Transnasionalist

Not too long ago, USJ 2's Petronas kiosk did something groundbreaking. Sharing their lot with A&W. But sadly (or fortunately?) it didn't last prominently long. Sales were by the way; mediocre.

The only reason I mentioned it was because that 'merger' thingie isn't that groundbreaking anymore. The one in USJ 21 is doing it with KFC, and the ones in Skudai, Pelangi Indah and Sg. Besi are doing well with McD. The idea of integrating petrol kiosks with fast food joints under one, metallic cubicle roof is personally for me, no more than a novelty thought. They're obviously taking the term 'oily fast food' to a literal level. Amusing.

While I was in JB, I accidentally unveiled an interesting family fact. Abg. Hisyam have been blessed with 15 years of marital bliss and 6 wonderful kids. As most of us are concerned; it is required to state the father's occupation in a child's birth certificate. Abg. Hisyam -being his job-hopping self- have without notice did something historic. Take a look at this and sum it up yourself:

Child-Job
:: Nur Dhaniyah-Marketing Executive
:: Nur Mohd. Daniel-Singapore Airport Operator
:: Nurnazirah-Tour Guide
:: Nurnabihah-Service Assistant
:: Nur Mohd. Haziq-Businessman
:: Nurhaziqah-Landscape designer/contractor

6 different jobs! Amazing!

Again, something struck me while I was on my way to catch the bus ride back home. Almost 70% of Malaysian who commutes by express busses chose Transnasional as their preferred bus service provider. I on the other hand, in true against-the-tide clamor chose Konsortium Bas Ekspress Semenanjung ever since my 1st semester in Bote.

Then after reading Alia's latest update, it makes perfect sense. I am proud to be a Malaysian and yet I am against almost everything that generally defines a Malaysian in the naked eye. So I guess its okay to live anywhere but here. As long as the flag is proudly raised in your heart. No matter in what corner of it.

With all the things said above. It has come down to one, idyllic conclusion.

Nationalist is passe.

Here comes the new breed of transnasionalists.