Is Laughter REALLY the Best Medicine?

Many people have responded well to my MSN request : "please recommend a good comedian on youtube".

Just to clear the air, I am NOT depressed or moody. I just am in the mood to explore the world of good stand up comedy. The saying goes that (as the title suggests) laughter is the best medicine, but is it? Here is a little road of laughs for you. Watch the videos I have attached, and vote on the right hand corner of this screen. Tell me if it lifted your mood, and of course, which comedian did you like the most. Cheers and enjoy!

Ed Byrne (Nominated by Ida & Hannah)

Pablo Francisco (Nominated by Vincent)

Russell Peters (Nominated by Many!)

Pete Firman (Nominated by Me)

Pam Ann (Nominated by Mike)

Frankie Boyle (Nominated by Me)

Russell Howards (Nominated by Ross, myself)

Papa CJ (Nominated by Me) = I cant stand his accent tho..

For my fellow Malaysians/Singaporeans, PHUA CHU KANG!

Some Funny Malaysian Advert. (You cant Vote for this)

PS. If you have a COMEDIAN you would like to Nominate, leave a comment!

Dear Economists, Something Else is also free..

The world today is war torn and plagued with hatred. Nuke bombs costs fortunes, lives and love lost.. The human race has become more selfish and price/image sensitive, to the extent that many would agree that Economists are right- only AIR is for free.

However, A very good friend of mine (you know who you are, my angel), once sent me a video that really spoke to me. Something else is for free, something more powerful than military, politicl and monetary strength. It has the power to feel warmth, a sense of belonging, a feeling of being wanted and cared for, a feeling of security. It binds us all in an emotional relationship, and is able to heal hatred and build emotional shields. What is it (unless you already guessed)?

H U G S !

I give credit to Juanman for his efforts in the Free Hugs Campaign (wikipedia it), and below is the video that got the campaign on its feet (even onto Oprah Winfrey's show) and has brought much warmth to the world. So, FREE HUGS TO ALL!

Gong Xi Fa Cai

GONG XI FA CAI

(Ang Pow Na Lai!)

Yeah! Happy Chinese New Year (CNY) to one and all! To those friends turning 12, 24, 36 ( i doubt i have friends any older than that, unless you are an aunty or uncle who reads off the internet- doubt that..), its YOUR YEAR, Year of the Rat! Anyhow, I am blogging this to inform you that i wong be receiving any red packets this year, since I am so far away in cold snowy Europe. So please, if you intend to give ang pows, please mail them to me! haha! Well, many people don't seem to know the do's and dont's of CNY..So here are a few at the top of my head that I practice on CNY...

1. Avoid Swearing, cursing and using negative words (eg. Die, kill, hang)

2. Avoid using knives, scissors...sharp objects

3. Avoid cleaning the house, ESPECIALLY sweeping!

4. Keep windows (& doors) open, and keep toilet seats and sink plugs shut

5. Take a shower with water boiled with Pamelo Leaves on New Year's eve

6. At least greet every family member

7. Receive ang pows (little red packets with money in it)

8. GAMBLE!!!

9. Perform the Yee Sang.. (tossing condiments for luck)

10. Avoid wearing dark colours or all white, if you HAVE TO, balance it out with Red (the colour you should be wearing)

11. Stay Positive, remember, what you do on CNY will carry through the entire year

12. Avoid Spending Money

13. Consume more sweet foods and candy

14. Eat Noodles

15. Have Fun!

So, if you feel that i am behaving weird on CNY, just remember I have these traditions (and more!) to practice..

To one and all Have a Healthy and Prosperous Lunar New Year!

(Pictures Stolen from off Google Images. They arent mine!)