Monday, August 30, 2010

Springtime!

Life in Melbourne is good now that we are entering the Spring season this coming month. Yes, it’s the end of the cold and gloomy winter. I am proud to say that I’ve gone through my first Winter season without much problem although there were some restless nights in between as to adjust the temperature the a consistent level or having my skin looking dry with thin fine lines, and no flu or cold attacks or whatsoever!

Spring is starting this September and I am looking forward for a nice and lovely weather where all the flowers bloom. A lovely saying, “Spring and "springtime" refer to the season, and broadly to ideas of rebirth, renewal and regrowth”. Although I love Autumn very much but Spring is still a wonderful season with such notion of ‘renew’.

Every morning during Winter is filled with darkness on my way to work and back home but now as Spring enters, the morning is bright and sun shining through. I will miss such moment of darkness during the travelling as I do not fancy sun shining on me so brightly first thing in the morning!

Spring is the best time to get myself tanner as I have been looking very pale at late during this Winter by hiding indoor all the time avoiding freezing my ass off.

Well, that’s for the season updates from Melbourne! Lolx and here is something that I’ve learned whilst my stay here.


Australian Slang: source

  1. Good onya: Commonly used in terms of congratulations, good onya is the Aussie way of saying good job, well done, bravo! This phrase is pretty common throughout all of the OZ and my personal favorite.
  2. How ya goin?: Sounds familiar? Probably so. It’s pretty similar to the American version of ‘How’s it going?’ but you replace the ‘it’ with a ‘ya.’ Very common. You’ll be saying this in no time.
  3. Heaps/Stacks: Though we have these words in other English speaking countries, they aren’t used nearly as much as they are in Australia. Anytime there’s a lot of something or a lot to do, there are heaps of it. IE- I have heaps of work tonight. I’ve got stacks of books to read, etc.
  4. Stuffed: A euphemism for the “F” word, you say you’re stuffed whenever a situation is looking pretty grim. For instance, if you’re in the middle of the outback and you run out of gas, you’re most definitely, severely stuffed.
  5. Hard Up: Anytime you’re lacking something or don’t have enough of something, you’re hard up on it. For example, most students are always hard up on cash.
  6. Jug: If you want a pitcher of beer, ask for a jug. Most bartenders don’t understand the word “pitcher” and you’ll end up getting a glass instead of a jug. So make sure to specify.
  7. Tallie: The Australian version of a 40 oz beer
  8. Stubby: A small glass or bottle of beer
  9. Tucker: Food. Typically used in association with bush food
  10. Footy: Short for Australian rugby
  11. Bloke: Your average guy
  12. Mate: A friend, a guy. Basically you can call anyone mate. The term especially comes in handy when you’ve forgotten someone’s name
  13. Cheers: A multi-purpose word that seems to be appropriate whenever you use it. Cheers simultaneously mean thanks, goodbye, your welcome, hello, and anything else you want it to.
  14. Dunny: an outside lavatory
  15. Pissed: Drunk. Not to be confused with ‘pissed off’ which means angry or upset.
  16. Seppo: The term used to describe Americans. It’s short for septic tank. Quite flattering if I do say so myself.
  17. Swag: A rolled up bed. Typically used when camping, swags give more warmth and comfort than just a sleeping bag.
  18. Uni: University
  19. Ankle Biter: Young child
  20. Bangers: Sausages
  21. Chemist: The Australian version of the pharmacy. If you need any medication, bandages, beauty supplies, etc., you’ll want to go to a chemist
  22. Bottle Shop: Liquor store
  23. Right-O: Another way of saying ‘okay’ or ’sounds good.’ Basically a term of agreement, signifying that you understand
  24. No Worries: The stereotypical Australian phrase is actually used in everyday life. Instead of saying ‘you’re welcome’, most people say ‘no worries’



Anyone of you using any of the slang above? 


Saturday, August 21, 2010

because he knows the worst thing about me, and its okay


Friday, August 20, 2010

Nikon D90 replacement?

I am currently looking for DSLR camera and it is Nikon D90.

I was comparing D5000 and D90 but at the moment the D5000 is out of stock and discontinued. Meaning there will be a new model replacing it. This make me look at D90 instead.


However, as I was Googling for D90 I came to know there will be a Nikon D90 replacement on Sept 15, 2010 for D90 with the rumoured basic specs below:



  • Magnesium-alloy body
  • 16MP sensor
  • 1080 HD video
  • Somewhere between 6-8 fps
  • Improved ISO range: 100-25600*
  • 39 AF points
  • Price: $1199 for body only



Now, I am not sure to get D90 now or wait for the replacement? What if the replacement has some bad review even if it is so much better than D90? What if ......... ?????


I am so indecisive now! Help!!!!!!!

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