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2009 in retrospect – Part I

by Steven Leong on Jan.04, 2010, under Misc

Its 3rd January 2010 today, most of us are probably still reeling from the fact that we now have to write 2010 for “year” instead of 2009 on forms and refer to dates in 2010 as “in this year” rather than next year.

It is said that in life, you’d be lucky to meet a SINGLE true friend who truly made your life change for the better; I am lucky to have met more than one; and she who had made 2009 so special to me is perhaps the most important to date.

Well… 2009 wasn’t all good, again, I bear witness to actions beyond my imagination when they feel that they are threatened… I too bore witness to the amazing feats of the Kuala Lumpur 2009 5th Asian Para Games performed by people who we would not even expect to be able to walk besides us on the sidewalk.

Last but not least, a special thanks goes to everyone that has worked with me in 2009 especially Norman Hiu, Kenny Gregory, Ronald Shanker, Habeebah Sideeka, Jason Lee, Dr. Chen WS, Edward Chan, Peter Lim, Allan Ow, Mae Foo, Kris Wong, Eric Chan, Eric Chih, Malini and many others.

Now… enough talk and on to my favorite photos of 2009.

Rainy Evening at Guan-di Temple, Chinese New Year’s eve 2009

Devotee approaches the Batu Caves Temple during Thaipusam 2009 in Kuala Lumpur

Anti-PPSMI Protestors

Ven. Min-Ji performing a cleansing ritual during Wesak celebrations for 2009 in Fo-Guang San while Y.B. Dato’ Sri Ong Tee Keat, Y.B. Senator Tan Sri Dr. Koh Tsu Kun & Datin Paduka Chew Mei Fun looks on

Sri-Lankan monk offering blessings from a float at KL-Brickfields Wesak Procession 2009

Formula 1 2009 World Champion Jenson Button during his first ever autograph signing session in Sepang International Circuit, Malaysia

Japan GT cars in Sepang International Circuit, Malaysia

Malaysian sailors preparing their boats and athletes competing on the track in Bukit Jalil National Stadium during KL09 KL09 5th ASEAN Para Games

Thai swimmer in action during KL09 5th ASEAN Para Games

:2009, best of, favorite, kl09 asean para games, Malaysia

3 Comments for this entry

edward chan
January 21st, 2010 on 1:12 pm
HI Steven

Hope we can work together again for a good cause.

Rgds
Edward
Norman Hiu
January 27th, 2010 on 12:31 am
It’s a blessing and a wonderful opportunity to work along side you. Thank you for the mentoring from time to time also on and off assignments.
Jason Lee
February 19th, 2010 on 1:00 am
It’s been a great pleasure to get to work with you on and off. Thank you for all the tips and advises.

Will be looking forward to more of not only assignments together but yam cha session as well