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Date: 30th April 2009
As a Malaysian, I find your account of KL very interesting because, while Malaysia has long been a traditionally popular destination Asian immigrants, it is the first time I have read the blacks described as a part of the Malaysian mix. This is not because I am prejudiced against them, but because ten years ago you would be hardpressed to find a black face outside the campus of a couple of universities which attract international students. It was after 9/11 that Africans and middle-easterners (particularly Iranians) started to pour in large numbers into the country for tourism, education, employment and general immigration. This is obvious from the proliferation of African food joints and local supermarkets stocking African and middle-eastern food items on their shelves. But still to this day, even with their ubiquitous presence, perhaps because there is not a critical mass who have gained Malaysian long-term residencies, they are largely regarded by locals as foreigners who have not integrated into the Malaysian society. Nonetheless, it's very fascinating to note the point of view of a foreigner of the Malaysian society. I hope you enjoy the rest of your time here!
From Blog: Uh, oh! Ro ra ree!
As a Malaysian, I find your account of KL very interesting because, while Malaysia has long been a traditionally popular destination Asian immigrants, it is the first time I have read the blacks described as a part of the Malaysian mix. This is not because I am prejudiced against them, but because ten years ago you would be hardpressed to find a black face outside the campus of a couple of universities which attract international students. It was after 9/11 that Africans and middle-easterners (particularly Iranians) started to pour in large numbers into the country for tourism, education, employment and general immigration. This is obvious from the proliferation of African food joints and local supermarkets stocking African and middle-eastern food items on their shelves. But still to this day, even with their ubiquitous presence, perhaps because there is not a critical mass who have gained Malaysian long-term residencies, they are largely regarded by locals as foreigners who have not integrated into the Malaysian society. Nonetheless, it's very fascinating to note the point of view of a foreigner of the Malaysian society. I hope you enjoy the rest of your time here!
From Blog: Uh, oh! Ro ra ree!
Date: 14th April 2009
Spectacular
The photos are spectacular and the trek sounds awesome. Enjoy the showers and laundromat!
From Blog: Miyazaki Moment
Spectacular
The photos are spectacular and the trek sounds awesome. Enjoy the showers and laundromat!
From Blog: Miyazaki Moment
Date: 14th April 2009
Not fair!
Of course I know it...pics are amazing!
From Blog: Compensation for my brother's car!
Not fair!
Of course I know it...pics are amazing!
From Blog: Compensation for my brother's car!
Date: 17th March 2009
No fair!
Why are only Clif and I excluded? I demand compensation! You put the "India" back in...
From Blog: Compensation for my brother's car!
No fair!
Why are only Clif and I excluded? I demand compensation! You put the "India" back in...
From Blog: Compensation for my brother's car!
Date: 22nd February 2009
Wow, I can't believe that about the Olympic venues... are they insane, wait, don't answer that. They could totally make some cash from letting tourists swim in the water cube, and would it not do them good to keep up appearances, at least for a year.... I am sorry your experience of the wonders of the city were overshadowed by some not so ideal ones. Glad you are still enjoying all the yummy food though!
From Blog: How do you do? You love me, I love you!
Wow, I can't believe that about the Olympic venues... are they insane, wait, don't answer that. They could totally make some cash from letting tourists swim in the water cube, and would it not do them good to keep up appearances, at least for a year.... I am sorry your experience of the wonders of the city were overshadowed by some not so ideal ones. Glad you are still enjoying all the yummy food though!
From Blog: How do you do? You love me, I love you!
Date: 19th February 2009
I love this blog almost as much as I love you two. Keep the awsome pictures and commentary coming. Can't wait till your next entry. Love Mom xoxo
From Blog: Putting the Gong back in Gongshow
I love this blog almost as much as I love you two. Keep the awsome pictures and commentary coming. Can't wait till your next entry. Love Mom xoxo
From Blog: Putting the Gong back in Gongshow
Date: 17th February 2009
Photo 9
That is quite the erection...I mean a monumental erection...yeah right you know what I mean.
From Blog: Lost in Transition
Photo 9
That is quite the erection...I mean a monumental erection...yeah right you know what I mean.
From Blog: Lost in Transition
Date: 17th February 2009
Massage
I never want to hear about your Dad giving you and Lynn a massage again...and before you protest, I KNOW what I read
From Blog: Lost in Transition
Massage
I never want to hear about your Dad giving you and Lynn a massage again...and before you protest, I KNOW what I read
From Blog: Lost in Transition
Date: 15th February 2009
Yeah, I finally found your blog... Sounds like you guys are having a great time. And so happy you have found the yummy food.. my mouth is watering thinking of it! Enjoy!!!!
From Blog: Lost in Transition
Yeah, I finally found your blog... Sounds like you guys are having a great time. And so happy you have found the yummy food.. my mouth is watering thinking of it! Enjoy!!!!
From Blog: Lost in Transition
Lynn and Dez
Lynn Horst
As an outside perspective, I certainly couldn't tell you how "integrated" all the different ethnicities were on any real level, but ya, it did appear quite well meshed in terms of how people seemed to get along. I'd love to have spent more time in Malaysia, but alas time and money are always the great deciders. I'll be back, I'm sure, but until then, I'll just have to be satisfied with my tiny taste of what Malaysia has to offer.
From Blog: Uh, oh! Ro ra ree!