Indonesian Traditional Dance: Tari Merak

Hey all,

just wanted to share some pics from last weekend's dance performance for Chinese New Year.

It's the year of the tiger, peeps! I tried to look as fierce as a tigress (RAWRR) but transformed to a peahen instead. (YAWW) ~pretend that's how a peahen/peachick might sound like. duh!

My dance partner and I danced Tari Merak from West Java, Indonesia.

The details of the costume are equivalent to breathtaking.

Pose with Dancers from India.

Smile! but to which camera? with Malaysian Dancers.

Alright, have a goodnite y'all...

mind you, it's only Monday! four more days till the weekend. :)

xx: 'Sha

Rihanna's and M.I.A.'s

Madness! Madness!

So, Rihanna just launched her new video called "Rude Boy" which created several arguments about the creativity behinds it!

Besides this issue, I like how Rihanna show dem dance moves. it's mad ill, yo! (i hope i use this sentence in the right context.)

Some people argue that it looks strikingly similar to M.I.A.'s "Boyz" (well, the title itself kinda parallel to each other).

I shall admit that I'm a core fan of M.I.A. and have nothing against Rihanna...

I think these both beautiful goddesses earn their loyalty and respect in fairly manner!

What yaaaa thinkkk?

Y'all be da judge...

Here are their videos that I acquired from Youtube (or let's just say "visit Vevo"):

Rihanna: Rude Boy

M.I.A.: Boyz

I mean, commoonnn... look at M.I.A's old video from her first album arular called Galang. She is known for her dope patterns done on greenscreen.

So... so... Did I hear "M.I.A.!!!! we're waiting in vain for your 2010 tour!!!" ????

xx: 'Sha

Lady, who are you waiting for?

Title: Portrait of the Lady in Pink (Mrs. Leslie Cotton) by William Merritt Chase

I went to Rhode Island School of Design Museum last weekend and this oil on canvas painting really captured my eyes. look at the details of the dress... oh divine perfections!
What I like about this painting is the use of color and space. simple pink and simple background.
Surprisingly, another work by Mr. Chase can also be viewed in Metropolitan Museum of Art, NY. titled "Lady in Black" (guess who's the subject? of course the respectable Mrs. Leslie Cotton)

The above painting reminds me of my computer's screensaver at work, "Pink Ribbon Barbie Doll". I've been wanting this Barbie for the longest but the price kills me most. Anyhooo, I'm still available for your contributions at any time. nyaahahaha. :]

xx: 'Sha

Relay For Life event.

OH SNAP! It's 2.19 AM (Eastern Time) and why I'm still wide awake?

No No No... this can't be happening to me! I have work in the morn' and class at night! I have to rejuvinate myself to the maximum... gotta wake up at 7 am to be at work at 9 am! ughhhh, doubt that I can make it tomorrow.

but before I go to sleep, I'd like to pause and ask you a question...

Have you ever loved someone so much and lost them to cancer?

If the answer is yes, or maybe "no" but Cancer affected your life in a different way.. then consider this news:

The American Cancer Society proudly announced Relay For Life at CUNY Manhattan! The event will take place on April 23, 2010 at Baruch College Gymnasium (2 DAYS AFTER MY BIRTHDAY!) from 5 PM till 8 AM, the next day of course (Imagine the whole great ambience?). I did it with my friends last year and we had a blast like a lot, like Gazzilion laughters, like more than words can say!

At the moment, there are 198 participants with 37 teams, Dollars raised so far: $6,797,63 (mind you, we're still counting!)

To be honest with you, I lost my closest aunt to Lung cancer. It was a devastating moment for me because I was on my short vacation when I visited her in the motherland! I'd like to dedicate my whole experience for her because I know she is now safe in heaven. May God remain by your side and protect you always, Aunty B.

So, how can you participate if you're a busy busy person? no worries, you may make contribution for Relay For Life and help those in need. Simply just click this link to visit directly to my personal page: http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR/RelayForLife/RFLFY10EA?px=9580058&pg=personal&fr_id=20653&fl=en_US&et=CjqiLobPVNUWSzusFeoaGQ..&s_tafId=411732

From your contribution, the American Cancer Society can:

1. Help people stay well by helping them take steps to prevent cancer or detect it early, when it’s most treatable
2. Help people get well by being in their corner around the clock to guide them through every step of their cancer experience
3. Find cures by funding groundbreaking research that helps us understand cancer’s causes, determine how best to prevent it, and discover new ways to cure it
4. Fight back by working with lawmakers to pass laws to defeat cancer and rally communities worldwide to join the fight

Every amount, no matter how small, makes a difference and provides hope.

Every dollar makes a difference! Your contribution is greatly appriciated.

Good night all! ...and sweet dreams!

xx: 'Sha