Ria Sari: so dodgy but so good...

The location isn't ideal and the place has a "kampung" feel; but there are two thing about Ria Sari that really stands out. The food is one thing, but it's the "om" that makes the place truly memorable..

Dream garage (part1)...

If I was to have a "dream garage" this car would fill one of the slots. I know an Asian driving a pick-up truck isn't the norm; but I don't know why, ever since I was a kid I've liked them. The Ford F150 Raptor is currently my favorite...

7000km later...

The latest incarnation of 'raysir' has reached a milestone of some sorts yesterday. I know 7000km isn't a usual milestone to celebrate, but it'll do...

My city: which is my team...

With the Western Sydney Wanderers joining Sydney FC in the A-League this season, Sydney suddenly becomes a 2-team city. Now the question is where does my loyalty lies? I live and have grown up in western Sydney but does that mean I my loyalty is with the Wanderers? But off all the teams I follow, none are my hometown team. Then again my wife asks "do you really need to follow a team"? Well I have until October to decide...

A World of Color...

When we went in 2012, California Adventure Park transformed into "A World of Color" at night...

The car I wanted...

When I approached my "driving age" this was the car I wanted; a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution V. I wouldn't say I have a "dream car" then or now, but it would rate up amongst the ones I want/wanted...

Happy birthday Nongers...

A happy birthday to my cousin Kenny; who turns 18 today! We need to go snowboarding together more often!

Broncos: home and away...

The Brisbane Broncos home (bottom) and away jerseys for this year. Let's go Broncos...

In-N-Out...

If you have never tried some In-N-Out Burger before; you're missing out! It's just awesome! This burger was consumed somewhere between LA & SF (middle of nowhere California). Bring In-N-Out to Australia please...

Four years ago today...

Started with a question, answered with a kiss and I love her more and more each day. This picture though was taken before then; our first picture together?!?

The high school life...

My boys and I from high school. I can't believe that this photo was taken over 10 years ago! It feels like as it was only yesterday...

Aussie snow...

It's not that good, but sometimes it would have to do; it's the people you go with makes it worthwhile. This was in 2011, when we went down with Marsha & Kenny. Marsha didn't really "pick it up" but I know Kenny's hooked...

Who's Hajime Hosogai...

A week or so ago I said that when it comes to The Urawa Red Diamonds; the team comes before the player. That doesn't mean I don't have/had a favorite player. Even though this season (2012/13) Hajime Hosogai (finally) begins playing for Bayer Leverkusen, I will always remember him as an Uwara Reds player...

The EK hatch...

There's something about the Honda Civic EK hatch which just draws me in. If I had the monetary means I would build another. These two examples were my favorites growing up and were the inspiration to the original raysir...

Some of my homecooking....

Cooking isn't a skill that you would say I have naturally, but it's something that I've been trying to improve on. One of my "specialties" would be my Southern Style chili burger/sandwich (this particular one is with a side of roast potato). What do you think...

Part of the team...

I'm fanatical about the Urawa Red Diamonds (more so back then); so when I got the opportunity to "be a part of the team" how could I refuse...

Rancho Cucamonga Quakes...

With one of my newest caps; I had to represent Rancho Cucamonga. In a lot of ways it's a similar place to Penrith. Even though the Quakes are an affiliate team of the Dodgers (arch enemies of my Giants), I still had to represent...

The city by the bay...

San Francisco would have to be another of my favorite cities. I don't know what it is; the clam chowder here is top notch, it's home to my Giants, the cooler weather or just the vibe of the city. Think it might be all the above and then some...

Perks of the job...

Driving an "exotic" car at work is both a blessing and a curse. On one hand I can say that "I've driven that car" but on the other hand it's not a joy to drive them in the car park thinking "don't scratch the car". This R8 I drove was the worst though; the owner of the car was sitting in the passengers seat...

Converted to apple...

Today marks the day I converted my wife from "bananas" to "apples"...

The football (NFL) is back...

Well almost; this weekend marks the start of the pre season. My team in the NFL is the Houston Texans, a team I have followed throughout its existence (since 2002). There's been a lot more downs then ups, but I have a good feeling that this is the year. Bring on the Superbowl...

Locky: A Broncos legend...

If I was ever asked who my favorite rugby league player is, it's simple answer. I witnessed him play his entire career for my beloved broncos from 1995 to 2011. In today's sports it's rare that a player stays with one team his entire career, but Darren Lockyer is one of them...

Activate & Pulse...

These are the people I grew up with, the youth ministries I was involved in growing up; now though everyone is all grown up...

Craving some Yoshinoya...

They serve Gyūdon (beef bowl) and it has never tasted so good! The best part of Yoshinoya though, it's fast food. Only in Japan...

The team before the player...

If you ask me who my favorite player is, there's always one for most sport. But when it comes to football (soccer) of the J-League variety, there isn't just one. It's the team not the player...

Not living in a dictionary...

It's simple really; work and success will follow...

A Californian adventure...

Part of the Disneyland Resort, is Disney California Adventure Park. It was still under renovations when we went in earlier this year. Part of that renovation is the introduction of Cars Land (which is now open) which is why I can't wait to go back! I'm such a kid at heart...

You bought a jeep...

We have had this car for about a 2 months now, but this would be one of the first photos I like of the car (photo courtesy of Ci). What makes this car so special you ask? This is "our" first car. And yes, we bought a jeep..

Vinylmation: Disney 2012...

Here's some more of my vinylmation collection. This was to remind me of our Californian adventure in 2012...

Hey you old man...

Could this be me in a few years or just playing dress up a few years ago? This photo was taken back in 2008 at Toei Kyoto Film and Tv Studio Park. Being an attraction at the park was an awesome experience...

Preferred Roy reppin it in Ripcity...

First it was Steve Nash traded to the Lakers, now Brandon Roy signs with the Timberwolves. I know they say it's the nature of the game, but Roy was "retired" and didn't expect him to return because he had a chronic injury. But today, one year later, he returns with the T-Wolves. What's with that? For me I preferred Roy reppin it in Ripcity...