Is this what fame tastes like?
I went out shopping with my sister at the Gurney Plaza in Penang. We went into a clothing store that my nephews like. It’s called the Extreme. The prominent character of this brand is ALI, or Action Ladfigure Inc. Don’t ask me more. I didn’t get it. I’m too old.
While I was trying out my selections of clothings, a girl knicknamed “Manek” (of course given by my lovely bloated self) approached my sister and asked if I were John Ong. That of course confused my sister as to how she may have known me. She was too young to be my classmate. Then Manek told my sister that she listens to Penang Hokkien Podcast. In fact, her boyfriend who is now in the UK introduced the podcast to her. Small world. Well, Penang is a tiny island.
A little shy that she was, Manek asked another coworker of hers to ask me if it’s okay to take a picture with me. Of course the whore of me tasting the first drop of semi-fame, said yes.
One thing led to another. I’m signing my name, and of course, advertising my podcast on their wall. Yes, the wall in the store. I hope no one gets fired. The signing of the wall wasn’t even Manek’s idea, it was the lady, who appeared to be the branch owner or manager. So, I think everything should be okay.
Is this a taste of fame? Well, at least for a few minutes. I’m not that naive. But it sure tasted good.
miku john!!!
manek here…
i set our picture as my hp’s wallpaper =)
hahaha.. im so happy to meet u at ex gurney !! =)
Hey Manek! I’m so happy to see you too.
You made me feel like a star for a few minutes!
You’re very pretty. Did you show your bf?
hahahahhaha ….
i was so excited when i know you are miku john =)
yaya…he saw the pix d …hehe
you are very funny n friendly !!!
John – don’t let this go to your head – I already know quite a few asian divas. I like you just the way you are.
LOL!
Brad? Who? I don’t know you. Where are my flowers?
You back? how come newspaper not show your news……hehe
see u at CG on 20 Feb, I am thinking what should I bring to you for the autograph…. do CG free Ipod…?
Welcome home John!!! Manek looks so pretty….just like us, ha!!!!
I have to agree w u that Nokia mobile phone is not as user friendly as Motorola, it is also not compatible to the Mac user like us indeed.
Nice to have a chance to chat w u on the phone yersterday even though it was a short converstion but u really made my day when I heard ur “devilish” laughter (again)….next to my ear, LOL!!!! : )
Can’t wait for the next “episode” during the Penang Hokkien Podcast gathering on 20th. Feb. eventhough I won’t be able to be there but hopefully I can i-Chat or Skype w u while u r doing the recording.
Walaubagaimanapun……Where the hell is that Swiss whore now – Reto ?
Hi John! I’m trying to comment again, let’s see if it works. I just found your podcast again after listening to it a whole year ago when you interviewed the Mischievious Boys. I am already a few podcasts behind from last week, but hope to catch up.
Looks like you are having fun! You are world famous!
BTW I love your intro music, is that you singing? And I love your Jetsons email chime too.
Oh, apparently it doesn’t like my website link…. trying again without it.
T. Kevin
Yes, CG provide free iPod……………… punya brochure saja…hehehehehe
wow miku john, just came back 4 few day oready been spoted by ur fan? he he tat lucky 2 be known somemore at ur own place……. anywhere welcome back 2 malaysia
John, spot you at BatuFerrighi tourist Night market last Saturday. Too bad I unable to call you…
dear manek…i will send u some video contain Miku doing recording which i manage to attend from 20 feb – 24 feb…
shuahuan~
thank you le