~Cip cap Teh boh~

Dear SDCians..

How do u face tough situation where u r rushing for assignments, preparing for exams, uncertain about upcoming job interview, being bombarded by superior at workplace, or even have to separate from the person u loved? How bout feeling the lost of uni life where you were once looking forward day by day, greeted by juniors as you walked along central plaza, numerous supper nites, or running non-stop events as though your degree are endorsed by STAD?

Tea-break at Tanah Rata

On 21/04, SDC had its largest outstation outing ever where the presence of 15 warriors have make its impact at one of the spot along Banjaran Titiwangsa. Everyone looking forward for a recharge, especially the last recharge session was 4 months ago. The pressure inside the body has reach its height, essence of russian bear had dried, the body deeply in needs to be refill by Rajah's version of Sunkist..

Under one roof @ Lookout Tower

Have you thought of how long ur car able to travel once the ultraman's sign started to blink? As we reached Simpang Pulai and about to begin to drive up the hill, 2 of our Fe-lari show the sign of dehydration. According to our Das Sparrow, the next petrol station will be at Brinchang, which is about 30 km away. Luckily Proton and Myvii make us feel proud at least for once, as we managed to reach Petronas without the need to push the car along the way. Upon reaching, we checked-in into our apartment, and to our surprise (coz is cheap), it looked really good, spacious, brand new furniture and fridge, plus got Astro somemore. Then, we had our tea-break at one of the teahouse at Tanah Rata. Jega, looked fit and fat at the same time, show up there and shared with us the story on how he managed to escape from prostitution syndicate in India. That why he couldn't pick up all the calls and reply our sms late.

F.E.G in Action @ Lookout Tower

After enjoying cups of strawberry tea and strawberry scone, Das Sparrow suggested us to explore Gunung Brinchang as there were a look-out tower there. It was a very challenging journey indeed. From having multiple pit-stops that allow incoming vehicle passing-by to the extent of pushing Rajah's Wajar that stuck in the mud, finally we managed to reach the tower around 6.30 pm. It was very cool and windy, same atmosphere we had in Cable -car @ Langkawi , all of us decided to climb up the tower even some ppl (DiGi's Intern) scared of height. I believe that was the highest peak for hardegayya pose ever being made. Recalling the moment where 15 of us standing on top of the tower with limited space, multiple races, different ages, and one robot, yet all under one roof... This is what we called SDC....

SDC with Itallianesse @ Lookout Tower

Tolerance is the key to peace and harmony. As majority prefer to have our dinner at a chinese restaurant since there were not many attractive warongs around, Shuk and Din still willing to join us for dinner although we did ordered pork-free dishes. The vegetables were fresh and delicious especially one of the vegetables known as "cameronia", which only available in Cameron itself. Cost us RM300 for 15 people, I believe it was reasonable since it was a tourist area and during school hols season. If you have difficulty to order a chinese tea or "tea susu" in a chinese restaurant, you may request help from Robot as they way he ordered were as though the waitress was just 5 years old. Rained poured after our dinner, thus we decided to skip pasar malam and buy groceries from a nearby mart instead.

Happy Belated Birthday. Das Sparrow

The night session begin with celebrating Das Sparrow's Belated B'day. Das, u see, as much as we f**k you, we still love you.. Haha.. Then we had our much awaiting thanni sharing session. Our barrista of the day, Rajah @ Kunji showed his talent again by serving everyone non-stop and ensure full customer satisfaction. Since orientation, this has the most number of people involved and the session ended around 4 am. Wateva have to say, was said. Wateva not supposed to say, also being said. One thing for sure is that Tharan can leave in peace now... Haha.. Anyway, as the saying goes, "Wateva happen in Cameron, stays in Cameron"..

Enjoying our Sunkist

In the next morning, two vans brought us to the heaven of Cameron Highlands, the Boh Tea Plantation farm. Along the journey, we did stopped few times as there were briefing regarding the history of the farm as well as we were showed the difference between the young and old leaves. Teas in Cameron were pioneed by J.A Rusell since 1929. Trully amazing landscape, we were reminded that the better side of the world still exist. Although not everything is permanent, yet there are still things that can live long enough for us to enjoy.

New workers in BOH

Upon reaching the tea factory, we were given explanation regarding the process of transforming raw leaves into our tea bag. Here, we got to know that the best tea leaves is known as Palas Supreme. With empty stomach since we woke up, all of us then rushed to the cafe for our breakfast. This is the place which motivate me to visit again and again. Fresh cool breezing air, fantastic view of landscape, serve together with a cup of hot tea, I have just surrended myself to the nature. Many of us feel used to feel bad when losing something precious, yes.. it hurts, however lets bear in mind that we came into this world without bringing anything along as well. As for me, to be able to enjoy a cup of tea in such condition should be considered a gift of life alredi. We shall definitely revisit this place again next time...

Breakfast at BOH Cafe

Next, we move on to our last destination, The Market. This is what we called the shopping moment as everyone was fulfilling the request list from respective family, relatives, frens and his/herself. Maybe due to peak season, all the goods were quite expensive. A Shuk's size of corn cost about RM3. Although is worthwhile due to its freshness and sweetness, we really had to bargain kao2 because knowing its cost and it's derived from local plantation anyway. Among other items that u should get there are steamed potato, strawberry, fried mushroom and pre-packed vegetables which selling at 10 packs for RM15.

Someone's pants spoil the pics :p

As we were packing our bag before leaving the apartment, Jega, due to 'her' attractivenss :p, managed to attract a bee to laid smtg on him. Worry that he could turned into Bee-cch Man, we quickly send him to a nearby hospital for treatment. As the lobby was fully occupied by us, the situation look like someone in life-death situation. Anyway, doctor said he was fine. No funeral needed.

The Bee-cchh Man

We left Cameron using the 'old-way' way, which was the Tapah exit because there were jam in Brinchang, plus it was nearer from the place we left. Along the journey, which looked more challenging than F1 track, we had to make 7 pit-stops session. Well, if F1 Car needs pit-stops as well, moreover us, who drove on high-speed machines. As we were travelling, we noticed orang asli settlements and there was a waterfall spot for you to chill-out as well. After we reached the ground, there was a signboard written "Selamat Datang Lagi", which is very much meaningful to Chee Wei. If u wanna know why, you may ask him.

SDC Cameron 2009

Life is full of ups and downs, same as the journey we undertook in Cameron. If you choose to quit during the downside, u may miss the chance to see the upside again. May the SDC's spirit keep us being strong from time to time. Thank you for your presence, I will continue to live because of You.

-Live with Passion-