KL American - April 2015

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April 2015

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A Publication of the American Association of Malaysia KL American April 2015

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Some things we haven’t changed in 50 years …

Like making time for everyone

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Contents AAM April 2015 Advertisers Index Advertisers

(A-Z)

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Asian Tigers Transpo

Back Cover

City Motors

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Crown Relocations

Inside Front Cover

Eastern Carpets

Inside Back Cover

Malacca Woodwork

p.13

MANZA

p.26

The Expat

p.28

RSDHC

p.17, 30

Verticas Residensi

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Tropicana Medical Centre

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President’s Message

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Membership

Community Service

Weekly Activities / Monthly Activities

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What’s On at the AAM

Digital Shoebox: Beauty of Bagan

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Perspectives: KL Konfidential: Law on Drunk Driving in Malaysia

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Diversions: Crossroads in the Desert – A Road Trip to Remember

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Health Care in Malaysia

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AAM’s 2014 Charitable Giving; photo by Randee Duncan

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Editorial

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Memories

AAM Messages

AAM Community Bulletin Board

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AAM Calendar, April

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President’s Message Get ready to put on your

dancing shoes!

Well, it’s that time of year again – time to come celebrate the AAM in style, this year with a magnificent Great Gatsby theme. Hopefully by the time you you read this, your Ball tickets have been purchased. Our annual Ball is our biggest operating fundraiser, so with your help and the help of our wonderful sponsors, the Association can keep the lights on and activities and events planned for another year! We are trying something new for the Ball’s silent auction and we hope you like it. A giant thank you goes out to all the volunteers who help plan the event, donate and collect items for the silent auction, as well as the Ball committee who do all of the above and more. Without you, we wouldn’t have a fabulous Ball to look forward to, and a special thank you goes to our outgoing Major Events Director, Sherlyn Bourne, who came up with the fabulous theme and decorations (her poor visiting son had to bring suitcases full of feathers to us).

I also want to take a moment to say thanks for your commitment and support of our Association. 2014 was a year of great change and unfortunately through it all we were unable to close the 2014 financial books. This forced us to delay the Annual General Meeting. Please know we did everything in our power to make it happen, but we also wanted to make sure we gave the accountants enough time to handle the audit of our accounts properly. Everything should be in working order for the auditors by the end of the month with the AGM being held no later than the end of May. Your patience is greatly appreciated and we will notify all members at least 14 days out from the meeting.

Stephanie Emilo President

Corporate Partners For 2014 Presidential

Board of Directors President Stephanie Emilo President.aam@gmail.com 1st Vice President Nicole Fitch FirstVP.aam@gmail.com 2nd Vice President Peggy Uptigrove SecondVP.aam@gmail.com Secretary Ann Blacklock Secretary1.aam@gmail.com Treasurer Donna Sawyer Treasurer.aam@gmail.com Publications Director Kim Starr Editor.KLAmerican@gmail.com Major Events Director Sherlyn Bourne Majoreventsdir.aam@gmail.com Membership Director Morgan Mehta Membershipdirector.aam@gmail.com Community Service Director Marilyn Kindy Communityservice.aam@gmail.com Corporate Relations Director Heather Weber Corprelations.aam@gmail.com Bazaar Directors Lovie Alptunaer and Mary Mantei Bazaardirector.aam@gmail.com

Liaison Directors American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce Stephanie Chua

Liberty

ISKL Hilda Alposilva US Embassy Jessica Schnepple Samantha Elfmont

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Coca-Cola Malaysia

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Halliburton Santa Fe Relocation Services

General Manager Ann Tan

Editorial

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Jumpa Lagi…

Magazine Team

Editor Kim Starr Photo Editors Judy Pescio Kim Starr Contributors Lovie Alptunaer Randee Duncan Sephanie Emilo Marylin Kindy Michelle May Morgan Mehta Sally Nelson Debz Rafferty Kim Starr David Terenzio Chantel Uptigrove Peggy Uptigove Ozlem Wipperrich Proofreaders Randee Duncan Stephanie Emilo Marilyn Kindy Ann Tan Peggy Uptigrove

This is my last issue as the editor of KLAmerican. It’s been a fun two years, but now it is time to give someone else the chance to come to you each month with news and insights for the community of the American Association of Malaysia! I will still be in KL in the near term, so this is not good bye…

Editorial Support Ann Tan

April is shaping up to be another exciting month at the AAM, capped off by our much-anticipated A Great Gatsby Ball on the 25th. To get in the mood for this big event, our monthly Book Club will be reading the F. Scott Fitzgerald classic and will get together to discuss it on the 21st. So get ready to party like it’s 1925 and join us for the Ball!

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In addition to all that glitz and glamor, the AAM will host its usual monthly activities starting with First Fridays on the 3rd and Bingo on the 7th. This month, we are also offering a cemetery tour for the Chinese festival of All Souls’ Day (Ching Ming) on the 13th, followed by an elegant Lunch Bunch at Villa Danieli on the 15th and a beauty themed Coffee Morning on the 16th. We finish the month on the 30th with a full day tour to see two of KL’s most popular attractions – the FRIM canopy walk and Batu Caves. Hope to see you at the Ball or one of these activities!

Publisher American Association of Malaysia The KLAmerican is published 10 times per year. The deadline for inclusion is at least six weeks prior to publication which is the 1st of the month.

Advertising for non-profit organizations is free-of-charge on a space-available basis. The magazine staff reserves the right to edit copy for clarity, brevity, and accuracy. Information on AAM members is not to be used commercially.

Reproduction, in whole or in part, without written permission, is strictly prohibited.

American Association of Malaysia Unit 19-1, 19th Floor, Tower B The Troika, 19 Persiaran KLCC 50450 Kuala Lumpur GPS Coordinates: N3° 9’ 28.899” E101° 42’ 58.217”

In this month’s issue, I will be sharing photographs from my recent trip to Bagan and I will tell you all about my fun road trip in Jordan. Debz talks about drunk driving in her latest installment of KLKonfidential. And as always, there are lots of memories to share.

Kim Starr Publications Director

Tel: (03) 2161-9008 / 9009 Fax: (03) 2181-7005 E-mail: klamerican.info@gmail.com website: www.klamerican.com

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Membership Spring is here!

The Ball is upon us. This will be my first Ball. I’m not sure what to expect. I’m looking forward to seeing the decorations and everyone dressed up. It should be a fun night.

I write this article a month ahead so I just came back from our newly revamped First Fridays poolside at The Troika. I feel like it was a success. We had a really good turnout and raised money for charity. I am looking for a couple of volunteers to help in the upcoming months. If you like to bake or have a breakfast casserole that you think is good, I could use your help. One hundred percent of the money raised goes to charity.

It’s a good cause to come out and support, as well as an opportunity and meet and eat with others.

Looking ahead, I also have a coffee morning set up with representatives from Tropicana Medical Centre who will do a talk for us titled “Beauty from the Inside Out.” We will have a dietician who will give us tips about health and ways to be healthier, as well as a plastic surgeon who will talk about esthetic beauty. It should be an informative morning.

If you have an idea for a coffee morning or something that interests you, please send me an email. Let me know what your thoughts are. My email address is membershipdirector.aam@gmail.com.

Morgan Mehta Membership Director

“Selamat Datang ke AAM!” to our new members for February: Helen Armstrong & Matt Hobbins

SelamatDatang 12th edition

Francesca & Massimo Migliuolo Guraisha Mohamed

price per set (2 volumes):

RM50

Alyssa & Andrew Ortega Dina & Scott Robinson Laura & Mani Roy Mallika Sinha & Sanjiv Kumar Tami & James Spear Debbie & Frank Winterbottom

Coffee Morning:

Beauty from the Inside Out

We’ve all heard the expression “beauty is only skin deep.” We’re going to turn this myth on its head at our April Coffee morning.

Our guests from Tropicana Medical Centre will discuss “beauty from the inside out” and will us give tips on how you can look and feel your best through diet and healthy living. See page 10 for details.

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Now on sale at the AAM

Tel: (03) 2161-9008 / 2161-9009

School Supply Drive As the school year continues, why not drop off any papers, pencils, backpacks, or other school supplies at the AAM for a back-to-schooldrive for our charities? There is a basket at the AAM where you can donate supplies to help meet the needs of our kids.

Community Service Hello, There’s always something going on at the AAM and service to our community is no exception. In case you don’t already know, I’d like to tell you just a few of the ways the AAM keeps busy in the community.

• Charity visits – I think of these visits as our due diligence. It’s important that AAM knows the who/what/when/where/why of the groups it supports.

These visits give the AAM the opportunity to see first–hand the type of work being done and under what conditions, how donations are being used and where further help is needed.

• First Fridays – I’m sure you read the Membership Director’s Corner and the new twist to First Fridays at The Troika. Any proceeds will to go charity.

• The Entertainer coupon book – Entertainer Malaysia will donate 20% of the purchase price of the book or the app to ILTC – Independent Living & Training Centre Malaysia, an AAM supported charity. In an earlier newsletter I wrote about this group of disabled persons that provides free services for their members who are living with disabilities throughout the country.

If you have an idea or would like to propose an event or know of a vendor who is interested in giving back or perhaps you just want to give a shout out to a local ‘hero’, please contact one of the AAM Directors.

I will be stepping away from my position as the Community Service Director for 2015. I’ve learned so much from the people I’ve met and had the privilege to work alongside – and for that I owe a heartfelt thank you. There will be new faces and some known friends dedicating their time, talent and treasures to the AAM 2015 Board of Directors.

Thank you notes

Little Sisters of the Poor Gratitude is the memory of the Heart.

In closing, I want to share some of the thank you notes the AAM received from the charities it supports. Naturally, the donations were much appreciated but so were the photos. Our resident photographer Randee Duncan meticulously took photos of all of the individuals receiving their donation at the Annual Charity Check Presentation in February as well as some great group photos and candid shots.

With warm regards,

Marilyn Kindy

Community Service Director

With this sentiment that we, the little sisters, and our residents would like to thank you and all the members of AAM for all your efforts of charity to support so many charitable works.

It was a great honor for us to be present at your donation presentation to meet all the members and other charitable members of the organizations.

It was like beautiful flowers in the same garden at the service of our brothers and sisters.

Thanks for the photos.

Rumah Hope Thank you very much for your kind donation for Rumah Hope.

The 50 children, caregivers and management committee members appreciate your kindness very much. We love the pictures you sent us.

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Weekly Activities All activities are at the AAM Villa @ The Troika unless noted.

MONDAY

Mahjong 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Members: free. Non-members: RM30 (Non-members are welcome. The first two visits are complimentary.)

Get rid of those Monday blues by playing a lively game of mahjong.

We’ll shuffle the tiles, make ‘pungs’ and ‘kongs’ and enjoy the afternoon.

Beginners are welcome. Please email mahjong Coordinator, Randee at brduncn@gmail.com to confirm.

WEDNESDAY

Stitching Friends 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Members: free. Non-members: RM30 (Non-members are welcome. The first two visits are complimentary.)

New and seasoned sewing enthusiasts work together to share their love of the stitching arts. We meet at the AAM Villa @ The Troika. Please contact Coordinator, Diane Tenney at dianequilts@sbcglobal.net for details. Please be sure to put “Stitching Friends” in the subject line.

Monthly Activities Friday, 3 April 9:30 a.m – 11:30 a.m.

AAM Villa @ The Troika, level 3A in the common seating area Cost: RM10; all proceeds go to charity.

Parking is available at The Troika or nearby shopping malls. LRT to Ampang Park station.

First Fridays

NEW LOCATION!

Arriving in KL can be overwhelming in the beginning, but the AAM is here to help! First Fridays is a social gathering designed especially for expats newly arrived to KL to provide an opportunity to ask questions, gather information, and take a second to relax with new friends.

All members are encouraged to drop by the AAM’s Villa @ The Troika and help us welcome newcomers. Breakfast items and sweet treats, along with coffee and tea will be available for purchase as a donation for our charities. Please join us and pass on the invitation to new neighbors and friends.

RSVP: Appreciated but not necessary. E-mail klamerican.info@gmail.com.

Tuesday, 7 April 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

St. Francis Xavier Home for the Elderly Taman Sri Bahtera, Batu Lima Cheras Tel: (03) 9131-1464

Bingo with Little Sisters of the Poor Join our monthly bingo game to help spread the joy at this home for the elderly! We will bring prizes for the winners. The bingo morning is one of the highlights of the month for the residents.

Please email klamerican.info@gmail.com if you can join us.

AAM Book Club

Tuesday, 21 April 11:00 a.m.

In Colonial Restaurant G-13 The Intermark, 348 Jalan Tun Razak Cost: Individual

Book for April: The Great Gatsby

by F. Scott Fitzgerald, 180 pages.

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NEW LOCATION

Please join us for the AAM’s most stimulating monthly activity, the AAM Book Club, which meets the third Tuesday of every month at the In Colonial Restaurant in the Intermark Mall.

To get everyone in the mood for the AAM’s annual Ball, April’s chosen book is the American classic, The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzergerald. Dust off that old copy you’ve had since high school and give it a second look. Happy reading everyone!

RSVP: Appreciated but not necessary. E-mail klamerican.info@gmail.com .

What’s On in . . . April Health Talk: Dengue Fever – Causes, Symptoms and Prevention Thursday, 9 April 10:00 a.m. – Noon AAM Villa @ The Troika, Multi-purpose room (level 3A) Cost: None

KL “HOP ON” Evening Tour Saturday, 11 April 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Our pick up and drop off point will be: KUALA LUMPUR Tourist Information Centre 109 Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur Cost: Members RM155/Non-members RM185 (adult); Members RM105/Nonmembers RM135 (Children 5-12); Children under 5 – FREE Minimum 30/Maximum 60 participants.

All Souls’ Day (Ching Ming) Tour Monday, 13 April 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Meet at the side entrance of the InterContinental Hotel, Jalan Ampang Cost: Members RM160/Non-Members RM190; Minimum 10 participants.

Have you ever imagined that a small bite from a tiny mosquito could be so deadly?

Dengue fever is an infectious tropical disease caused by the dengue virus and transmitted

by Aedes mosquitos. At times it’s coined as the urban disease – people living in urban and suburban areas are equally at risk for infection.

Currently, Dengue cases in Selangor account for 50% of cases nationwide. Selangor has seen a 75% rise in Dengue fever, with 17 reported deaths, compared to only two deaths in January 2014. Between January and September 2014, there were 136 deaths from Dengue fever – more than triple the same period last year. In total, there have been 98,128 Dengue cases in 2014 compared with 37,698 cases in 2013.

While these statistics are sometimes overwhelming, you can arm yourself with knowledge and tips on how to protect yourself and loved ones from the deadly bites.

Remember, there is still no vaccine and no cure. The best way to survive Dengue fever is to go to a hospital as soon as symptoms suggest an infection.

The AAM invites you to come and hear this VERY IMPORTANT health talk presented by Ramsay Sime Darby Health Care on the causes, symptoms and prevention of Dengue Fever.

This is a free event. Light refreshments will be served.

RSVP: ATTENDEES MUST RSVP. Please email klamerican.info@gmail.com by Monday, 6 April.

How long have you been in Kuala Lumpur?

Weeks, months, maybe even years and you keep saying “One day we should take the Hop On Hop Off bus tour around the city.” Well, now is your chance. We are excited to bring this specially designed, fun-filled evening just for the AAM family. It is simply a HOP ON City Night TOUR...no HOPPING OFF. Meeting at the Kuala Lumpur Tourist Centre, we will board our private double decker bus for a memorable evening with a one-of-a-kind view of the city.

On this tour, we will leisurely be shown the city, with stops along the way for perfect picture taking opportunities as well as seeing the city from a 1,000 meter lookout point. Midway through our tour we will be treated to a Satay buffet dinner. We will be making stops at places like the Batu Caves that are beautifully lit at night, Petaling Street in Chinatown, Bukit Bintang and many other places. The city really takes on a different vibe at night so be sure you are a part of it. We will also have surprises and other offers on board for you. Sign up today!

RSVP: E-mail klamerican.info@gmail.com by 3 April. **Anyone with any food allergies, please indicate so when making your reservation**

This cultural and feng shui tour to Sungai Besi and Nilai Memorial Park is a perennial favorite among AAM members. “Ching Ming,” or All Souls’ Day, is a Chinese festival that falls in early April and is celebrated for 20 days. The Chinese believe in life after death and ancestral worship. They have elaborate funeral rites and interesting practices such as hell notes and house warmings for the dead. The tour starts with a visit to the old traditional Chinese graves in Sungai Besi, followed by a visit to modern graves in Nilai Memorial Park which is built on 200 acres of excellent feng shui burial ground. Believe it or not, some graves are built for the purpose of cheating death!

The tour includes a visit to plots of varying sizes and faiths - Buddhists, Christians and free thinkers! Most interesting is the “Millionaires’ Row” where some family plots cost over RM2 million.

Wear modest, comfortable clothing (no sexy shorts or low-cut shirts) and good walking shoes. Bring a hat or umbrella to protect yourself from the sun and plenty of drinking water. The price includes round-trip bus transportation, English speaking tour guide, and Chinese lunch (non halal) in a small local restaurant.

RSVP: E-mail klamerican.info@gmail.com

by Monday, 6 April.

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What’s On in . . . April Baking Class: Desserts from around the World

Tuesday, 14 April 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

AAM Villa @ The Troika Cost: Members RM130/Non-Members RM160 Class size is limited to 10.

Join Pastry Chef Chantel as she takes you on a trip to France and Italy to show you the techniques for making two fabulous desserts -- the French classic dessert Crème Brûlée and a twist on a dessert that originated in Italy, Infused Panna Cotta. Class will start with everyone making their own Crème Brûlée, and while those are baking we will turn our attention to the next creation, infused Panna Cotta.

Academy of Pastry Arts in Malaysia which is one of the top pastry schools in SE Asia.

Chantel has been professionally trained at Le Cordon Bleu in Austin, Texas and is currently attending the

RSVP: Email klamerican.info@gmail. com by Tuesday, 7 April

Class will consist of demonstration, preparation by students, baking, chilling and eating, of course. Or you can take home your delicious creations (bakewear provided) and all you will have to do is decide “What’s for Dinner?”

Villa Danieli Nestled in a corner at pool level in the Sheraton Imperial Hotel is an Italian trattoria known for its fine food and ambience. This will be our venue for Lunch Bunch in April.

Wednesday, 15 April, Noon Villa Danieli Pool Level, Sheraton Imperial Hotel, Jalan Sultan Ismail Cost: RM75 (prepaid by the deadline) Drinks: Cost includes coffee/tea. Other drinks may be purchased separately.

The hotel’s Culinary Director has created a four-course menu for AAM priced at only RM75 per person. For the main course, you will have a choice of chicken, sea bass or risotto.

If the mood strikes you, please wear something reminiscent of spring.

For this special Lunch Bunch, there

will be three steps in the registration process: 1) Provide the office with your name and contact details; 2) Inform us of your choice for the main course; and 3) Pay RM75 to the office before the deadline. We regret that your name will not be shown on the confirmed attendance list until all three parts of the registration have been completed.

RSVP: Email klamerican.info@gmail. com. The 3-step registration process must be completed by Friday, 10 April.

Coffee Morning: Beauty from the Inside Out Thursday, 16 April 10:00 a.m. – Noon AAM Villa @ The Troika Cost: None Sponsored by:

Our guest speakers from Tropicana Medical Centre will discuss “beauty from the inside out” and will give us tips on how we can look and feel our best through diet and healthy living, or when nature needs a helping hand, through aesthetic surgery.

Tan Yen Sing, a clinical dietician, will talk about diet and nutrition. She is a member of the Academy of Nutrition of Nutrition and Dietetics (previously known as American Dietetic Association), California Dietetic Association and Nutrition Society of Malaysia and was educated at The Ohio State University.

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Dr. A. Ananda Dorai, a plastic and reconstructive surgery specialist, will talk about plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeries. Dr. Ananda has over twenty years’ experience in the field and is one of the few plastic surgeons to have successfully completed a one year fellowship in Burns, Laser and Aesthetic surgery from Chang Gung Memorial Hospital (Taiwan).

RSVP: Please email klamerican.info@ gmail.com by Monday, 13 April.

What’s On in . . . April / May Tennis Lessons Have you ever thought about playing tennis? Here’s your chance to learn. It’s a game that is a great workout but it’s also something you can do as you get older.

Mondays, 20 & 27 April, 4 & 11 May (4 lessons) 10:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m.

KDE (Kebab Darul Ehsan) Raman Tun Abdul Razak, Jalan Kerja Air Lama, Ampang Jaya, 68000 Selangor Darul Ehsan Cost: Members RM160 Open to members only. Class size is limited to 3

Anthony Yap is the tennis pro at KDE. He has been at KDE for 19 years. He started playing tennis at the age of 35 and will be 71 this year. He is certified

by US professional Tennis Association as well as Oscar Wegnars modern tennis methodology. Anthony promises after four lessons you can move on to a bigger group and start playing the game. Another bonus is indoor courts!!

This is an exclusive class offered only to our members. You will be in a group of three, and your fee covers four weeks of lessons on the dates indicated. There are other time slots available, but we looking to fill Mondays up first. Please email the office to reserve your spot.

RSVP: Email klamerican.info@gmail.com by Monday,13 April

FRIM Canopy and Batu Caves Tour

Thursday, 30 April 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Pick up/Drop off @ Starbucks/Avenue K Cost: Members RM175/Non-Members RM205; Minimum 10 participants.

This tour is one whole day of non-stop adventure. FRIM stands for Forest Research Institute of Malaysia. It is located 16km NW of Kuala Lumpur in Bukit Lagong, Kepong. FRIM was foundedin 1929 covering up to 600 hectares of well-managed forest. On our tour, we will experience the jungle trails that will lead us to a walkway canopy hanging 30 meters above the ground expanding over a distance of 200 meters with four viewing platforms. Expect to see a waterfall and a fish pond along the way. We will also visit a herb garden and a forest museum. After we have spent the morning and part of the afternoon in one of the largest forest preserves just outside of KL, we will head over to the Batu Caves for some more adventure.

For those that have never climbed the 272 steps you’re in for a real treat when you reach the top. These limestone caves are the most visited tourist attraction around.

Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and comfortable clothing. Mineral water and insect repellant will be provided.

We will also be enjoying a boxed PICNIC lunch supplied by Subway. Please indicate your choice of sandwich/bread with your RSVP. Choices are: Chicken Slice; Tuna; Roast Beef; Spicy Italian; Chicken Teriyaki or Veggie Delight. All sandwiches (except Veggie Delight) are loaded with standard toppings (lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions and cheese) and come on either Italian or wheat bread. Also included in your box lunch will be chips, cookie and a bottle of water.

RSVP: E-mail klamerican.info@gmail. com by Monday, 20 April. We need to have a firm head count by this date to pre-pay our entrance fee in to the FRIM and for the Canopy Walk.

STRATO Our pick for Lunch Bunch this month is one of the “top” restaurants in KL. Located five floors and one spiral staircase above the AAM office in Tower B of The Troika, Strato will be offering set lunch specials for us or you may make your selection from their menu. Register your attendance before Monday, 11 May please.

Tuesday, 12 May, Noon Strato Level 23A, Tower B, The Troika, 19 Persiaran KLCC Cost: Individual Parking: Available at The Troika Closest LRT: Ampang Park station

RSVP: Email klamerican.info@gmail.com before Monday, 11 May.

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Looking Ahead...

Be sure to mark your calendar for these activities in April and beyond:

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01 May – First Fridays 05 May – Bingo 07 May – Coffee Morning, Mother’s Day surprise!

09 May – Saturday Night Out, Dinner/Wine pairing evening 12 May – Lunch Bunch at a highly convenient location 19 May – Book Club 23 May – Couples cooking school (LaZat) 26 May – Origami class

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AAM 2015 Ladies’ Spring Trip Vietnam 29 April – 3 May Time for the AAM 2015 Ladies’ Spring Trip! Pack your bags and get ready for a fun-filled, sightseeing, whirlwind tour of Vietnam’s capital city and beyond. We modified the dates to avoid Easter weekend and school holidays. Hope you can join us! To confirm availability, or if you have questions, please contact Peggy at secondvp.aam@gmail.com.

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Digital Shoebox

Beauty of

Bagan Story by Kim Starr Photos by David Terenzio

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Though widely considered one of the great “bucket list” destinations in Southeast Asia, and often mentioned in the same breath as Angkor Wat in Cambodia and Borobudour in Indonesia, the Bagan Archeological Zone has not yet been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But don’t let this lack of official recognition fool you into thinking it is not worth a visit. On the contrary, Bagan is truly awe-inspiring!

Located in the Mandalay region of Myanmar on the

banks of the Ayeyarwady River, Bagan boasts the largest and densest concentration of Buddhist temples, pagodas and stupas in the world, some dating as far back as the 9th century. We reached Bagan by a short flight from Yangon and spent two days exploring the archeological zone. Seeing the endless red brick ruins dotted across the agrarian landscape from the top of a stupa is a magical experience, as was enjoying a picnic lunch amongst the ruins and watching the sunset over the ancient city on a river cruise.

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Perspectives

KL Konfidential:

Law on Drunk Driving in Malaysia Story and photos by Debz Rafferty

Recently a friend’s 18 year old daughter was involved in an accident in KL. She was the front seat passenger and had been trying to get her MP3 player to sync with the car stereo system. The driver decided to help and as a result of the distraction she crashed into the central reservation.

Luckily, there were no serious injuries. The car, however, was not so lucky and was a write off.

It got me thinking.

1. Are we doing enough to educate teenage drivers?

2. Had the driver been drinking?

3. What happens to insurance in these cases?

4. Sadly, research has shown that not enough is done to educate drivers, let alone new drivers.

In this case no, they had not been drinking. But I have now started to notice the number of expats who climb behind the wheel having had, as they say in Scotland, “A night on the lash.” So here is some information about the Law on Drunk Driving in Malaysia.

1. If you are suspected of drunk driving, you will be given a breath test.

2. Your breath must not exceed 35 on the roadside test. In other words, 35 micrograms of alcohol in 100 ml of breath.

3. Unlike in Europe, you cannot refuse to give a breath test. If you do, you will be arrested.

4. If you score higher than 35 micrograms of alcohol, you will be taken to a police station where you will have to give a blood and/or urine sample which will determine more exact details.

5. If the driver is injured in an accident and taken to hospital, blood and urine will be taken and tested. Your permission does not need to be given and you do not need to be cautioned.

6. It is not a simple as “How many drinks can I have to be under the limit?” because drinks are assimilated differently. Also, if a man and women have the same drink, a women will show a higher breath test reading.

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7. Three and a half units will put you over the limit. Half a pint of beer or one glass of wine is ONE unit. However, glass sizes are larger so a wine glass often contains two units.

So what happens if you are caught drunk driving?

Malaysian criminal law varies depending on which state the offense is committed, and the religious affiliation of the offender is also taken into account. This is because Malaysia utilizes a dual justice system that considers Islamic Law when prosecuting Muslims. For example, if you are Muslim and you are caught driving under the influence (DUI) you could be flogged!

The Akta Pengangkutan Jalan, or Road Transport Act, regulates vehicle and driving laws in Malaysia. Sections 44 and 45 deal with “Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.” Section 44 reads that “If a person is intoxicated to the point of not having proper control of a vehicle, they are subject to a fine not exceeding RM4,000 (1,200 USD) and/or imprisonment for a term not exceeding one year. They will also lose their license for 12 months.”

I should add, if a person is convicted of a DUI, any future visa applications in Malaysia will be put under the microscope. Your employer is also likely to terminate your employment.

Other notes of interest.

1. Going back to car insurance, do you know what coverage you have?

Would it surprise you to hear that if your passenger is hurt in an accident you may not have insurance to cover injuries? Most Malaysian insurance only covers the driver for injury.

2. If your car is involved in an accident, a tow company will not move the car without a police report.

3. If you are injured by a drink driver, evidence of injury can only be gathered, and used in any subsequent court case, if given to a government hospital. And most importantly, THINK BEFORE YOU DRINK.

Diversions Crossroads in the Desert – A Road Trip to Remember Story and photos by Kim Starr

Me and Marika, circa 1991

Marika getting directions

Me and Marika 2014

Truly the middle of nowhere

Road sign in the desert

“Want to go glamping?” the email read. I was intrigued.

“Sure,” I replied. I could infer what glamping was, but I had no idea where in the world my friend wanted to glamp. The email was from my college roommate Marika, and since we graduated more than two decades ago, she had lived in France, Illinois, Kansas, Utah and Mexico. I caught up with her earlier in the year at a conference in Chicago, and at that time she was back in Ohio, living with her parents and helping her mother care for her dying father while her husband was in residency at a hospital in Newark, New Jersey.

Marika was going to be in Jordan for eight weeks in the fall on a Fulbright fellowship. She would be living in the town of Irbid and affiliated with a university there. She had a long list of sites to visit in support of her studies, but as Jordan is the type of place where a woman traveling alone is frowned upon, she needed a traveling companion. I was game. We agreed to meet during the Eid al-Ahda holiday in the desert to figure out what to do with our lives.

Visions of Thelma and Louise and Priscilla Queen of the Desert filled my dreams. We both seemed to be at a crossroads, and who better to contemplate the future with than a dear old friend who has known me my entire adult life. We met at an orientation session the summer

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before our freshman year at Ohio State and became fast friends since we were both going to be architecture majors. We went on to be roommates for the next four years, and we survived the grueling architecture studios together.

I went East for graduate school before entering the rat race in Manhattan. She went West for more academic pursuits, ultimately earning a PhD with an expertise in Islamic Architecture. We never again lived in the same town, but we kept in touch and visited often.

She moved to Mexico in support of her husband’s dream of attending medical school, but before I even had the chance to plan a visit there, I had moved to Kuala Lumpur in support of my husband’s dream to work internationally. When we saw each other in Chicago, we had to laugh at the irony of the two of us, such headstrong “girls can do anything” architecture students who grew up to be trailing spouses.

Shortly after I landed at Queen Alia International Airport, we were off on our desert adventure. Our first stop was a series of castles and fortresses east of Amman, but we had to figure out how to get out of Amman first. In the spirit of true adventure, we did not get a GPS with our car, but after missing our turn several times and getting hopelessly lost trying to leave town, we needed help. Who better to ask than the army! We stopped at a roadblock and Marika entertained

Glamor camping at Wadi Rum

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Marika proudly pointing to the winding roads she negotiated

Our trusty Chevy Spark

The lush Yarmouk river valley

the troops who were so impressed to hear a blonde haired blue-eyed American speaking such flawless Arabic that I almost expected a personal escort to our destination. With the sprawl of Amman finally behind us, we were soon enveloped by the emptiness of the vast desert.

Next stop: Petra! We arrived late in the afternoon and made a bee line for the main attraction. The archeological zone was packed with tourists, and the Siq, a 1.2 km gorge that serves as the main entrance to the site, was frighteningly loud as horse drawn carriages rumbled through the crowds. But seeing the enigmatic façade of the treasury appear at last at the end of the Siq stopped me in my tracks. It was breathtaking. We stayed until the sun went down and the crowds dispersed. Then we got up early and did it all again so we could see the ancient city hewn from the desert rock in the light of dawn. As the crowds started to swell, we were ready to move on, The time had come for our glamping experience. We drove south to Wadi Rum, the famous stomping grounds of Lawrence of Arabia.

Before arriving at the campsite, we toured the desert in the back of a pick-up truck. The red sandstone rock formations were reminiscent of Arches National Park in Utah, but the massive sand dunes were like nothing I had ever seen before. We arrived at the camp just after sunset. The tents were modeled after traditional Bedouin dwellings, from the outside at least. The insides were pure satin infused luxury.

Me at the ancient Roman city of Jerash

Dinner with Marika’s colleagues over looking the Yarmouk River

One night of glamping was enough to satisfy our curiosity and we were soon back on the road. Marika tested the limits of the little Chevy Spark we rented with her impressive manual transmission skills as we drove on the most perilous of hills in search of obscure crusader castles. Finally, we arrived at her dorm in Irbid. Yes, I said dorm. We were right back where we started! The University provided her with a modest apartment in the girls’ dorm, and it was eerily familiar with its standard-issue, institutional furniture.

I tagged along as Marika went back to work. I was a guest critic for the day in the architecture studio she was teaching. It was invigorating to be back in the academic environment. Her colleagues were all lovely and soon we had more invitations to dinner than we had days left in the trip. The fabled Middle Eastern hospitality certainly lives up to its hype. Using Irbid as our base, we toured the ruins of the ancient Roman cities of Jerash and Umm Qais, but the highlight of our time in Irbid had to be a barbeque dinner organized by one of her coworkers along the banks of the Yarmouk River. The valley was a lush and green counterpoint to the desert scenery we had experienced thus far, and the views to the West Bank, the Golan Heights and in the distance, the Sea of Galilee, were surreal.

With one more day before my return flight to KL, we headed to Amman for a quick city tour. Sadly, it was time to say goodbye to my dear friend.

We never did discover our future paths, but we had fun trying.

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All About Cataracts Cataract is a common problem especially in the older age group. Approximately one third of those aged 65 or above have cataracts in either one or both their eyes. Malaysia being a rapidly developing country with a growing number of older citizens, this is certainly an emerging medical issue. Age-related cataracts are responsible for 48% of world blindness, which represents about 18 million people.

What is a cataract? How does it affect our vision?

Our eyes work like a camera. The clear crystalline lens (situated behind our pupil) bends the light rays to focus objects sharply onto the retina (light sensitive tissue lining the back of the eye). The lens must be clear for the retina to receive a sharp image. A cataract occurs when there is a clouding of the normally clear crystalline lens of our eye. Hence, less light is able to pass through the lens resulting in a blurred and unfocused image.

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stages, a change in glasses and brighter lighting may help to improve vision. However, as cataracts continue to progress and opacify, vision becomes cloudy and stronger glasses or contact lenses will no longer improve sight. Cataracts symptoms are usually gradual, painless and are not associated with any eye redness. Unless the cataract becomes very mature, the individual may experience severe eye pain, redness and headache.

When do you require a cataract surgery?

Traditionally, surgery is advocated when the cataract becomes matured or “ripe”. Today, with the advances in the surgical techniques and intraocular lens technology, cataract surgery can be performed as soon as your vision affects your daily activities (such as driving, reading, computing, watching TV etc).

There is no medication that can reverse the effects of cataracts. Surgery remains the only way to restore good vision.

Causes of cataract Essentially, it can briefly be classified into 3 catego- How is cataract surgery performed? ries: age-related cataracts, congenital cataracts and Cataract surgery is one of the most common operasecondary cataracts. tions perform in the world. It also is one of the safest and most effective types of surgery. Generally, more Age-related cataract is the most common among than 95% of cases who have had cataract surgery the three. The crystalline lens consists mostly of wa- will attain better vision after that. ter and protein. The most abundant protein in the lens is water-soluble protein (α-crystalline). As we Cataract operation involves removal of the cloudy age, some of the water-soluble lens protein convert- lens and replacing it with a clear artificial implant. ed to water-insoluble lens protein. The water- in- Majority of the cataract surgeries are usually persoluble lens protein tends to clump together (aggre- formed under local anesthesia as a day care procegates) and start to cloud a small area of the lens thus dure. The operation usually takes less than 30 minresulting in the formation of a cataract. Over time, utes. the clouding gradually will grow larger involving more areas of the lens. Age-related cataracts usually The most common method of cataract surgery todevelop at a slow rate resulting in a progressive blur- day is small incision phacoemulsification. Prior to ring of the vision. the availability of phacoemulsification technique, extracapsular cataract extraction (ECCE) which inSome people are born with cataracts or develop volves making a bigger surgical incision in the eye them during childhood. These cataracts are termed to remove the cataract was the preferred method. congenital cataracts. Approximately one third of Currently, ECCE is only used for selected cases such congenital cataracts are inherited from their parents, as certain subluxated cataracts. others are associated with mother having contracted an infection during pregnancy, certain inherited Phacoemulsification involves the use of a thin ulsyndromes or unknown cause. Visually significant trasound probe which is inserted into the eye via a congenital cataracts should be treated in a timely small surgical incision in the eye. The clouded lens fashion to minimize the development of lazy eyes is broken into tiny pieces using the ultrasound vibra(vision in the affected eye does not develop nor- tions (phacoemulsify) and subsequently these fragmally). mented pieces are suctioned out through the same ultrasound probe. Once the cataract is removed, an Secondary cataracts develop as a result of some oth- artificial lens is placed into the eye (supported in a er primary eye diseases (eye inflammation, injury), thin capsular bag). This clear artificial intraocular medical conditions (diabetes mellitus), exposure to lens is essential to help your eye focus after surgery. toxic substances or certain medications (steroids, The patient will not feel the new lens within the eye. antipsychotic drugs) radiation or long term expo- Most patients need to limit their activities for only a sure to bright ultraviolet light. few days to a week and recovery time is brief.

What are the symptoms of age-related cataracts?

Cataracts may cause a variety of complaints and visual changes, including blurred vision, difficulty with glare (often with bright sunlight or automobile headlights while driving at night), dulled color vision, increased nearsightedness accompanied by frequent changes in eyeglass prescription, and occasionally double vision in one eye. During the early

Although modern techniques have made cataract surgery a relatively safe procedure, complications can still occur. These include bleeding, infection, loss of a portion of the cataract into the eye, displacement of the intraocular lens, glaucoma (elevated eye pressure), and retinal detachment. Fortunately, all these complications are very uncommon and should it occur it is usually treatable.

Memories Kampung Baru Tour with Simply Enak, 5 November

Photos by Sally Nelson, Michelle May and Simply Enak Members and friends ate their way through this historic KL neighborhood, learning a bit about Malaysian culture while they sampled some of Malaysia’s famous delights.

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Memories Indian Cooking with Sheela Kalaivanan, 13 November Photos by Lovie Alptunaer

The twinkling lights of Deepavali may have faded, but members kept the spirit of the Indian holiday going at this informative and fun cooking demonstration. Attendees learned how to make Indian favorites in their own homes, followed by a lunch featuring the recipes learned.

Bus Trip to Putrajaya, 15 January

Photos by Randee Duncan and Peggy Uptigrove Putrajaya is not just Malysia’s administrative capital. It is an interesting planned neighborhood full of modern architectural monuments and lush greenery. Participants learned about this garden city from a knowledgeable guide while touring on a comfortable coach.

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Lunch Bunch: Jom Makan at Café Serena Brasserie, 21 January Photos by Randee Duncan

January’s Lunch Bunch took on an international flair. The AAM teamed up with the International Women’s Association of Kuala Lumpur for this special outing at the InterContinental Hotel’s international buffet. While we kept one resolution, to make new friends, that other pesky resolution to watch our waistlines would have to wait!

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Memories Coffee Morning: Tea and Security Talk at the Ambassador’s Residence, 22 January Photos by Randee Duncan

The wife of the US Ambassador to Malaysia opened the doors of her home and hosted the AAM’s January Coffee morning. Attendees enjoyed breakfast treats and learned about security issues facing expats living in Malaysia from members of the Embassy staff.

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Memories Thaipusam Festival 2015, 2 February

Photos by Ozlem Wipperrich and Chantel Uptigrove The annual Thaipusam festival at Batu Caves is always awe-inspiring and this year the festival did not disappoint. Members were able to witness the spectacle from afar, or if the spirit moved them, participate in the processional climb up the 272 steps to the temple.

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Memories First Fridays, 6 February

Photos by Randee Duncan Members old and new came out in droves to bid adieu to our old First Fridays venue.

Starting in March, this activity moved to The Troika.

Lunch Bunch: New Shanghai Legend, 11 February Photos by Randee Duncan

A small but festive group of lunch-bunchers came out to celebrate Chinese New Year a bit early with delicious Dim Sum.

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Annual Charity Check Presentation Coffee Morning, 12 February Photos by Randee Duncan

The AAM “spread the love” this Valentine’s Day by disbursing monies raised over the course of 2014 to our supported charities. Members had the chance to learn more about the charities we support while enjoying delicious food at our new home, the AAM Villa at The Troika!

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AAM Messages AAM Online Communities

Holidays in April There are no public holidays in April.

The AAM is on Facebook! “Like” the AAM Facebook fan page by logging on, typing ‘American Association of Malaysia’ in the Search bar at the top of the page and clicking ‘Like.’ You’ll get the latest information on all of AAM’s exciting events and activities!

Introducing the AAM Google Group - a forum for members to consult with other members on queries and recommendations for anything from best family hotels to dentists to household help. Members can join in two ways. First, you can send an email to secondvp.aam@gmail.com with the email addresses you would like to add to the Google Group. Please put “Need AAM Google Group Invite” in the header of the email. The second way to join is you can go to Google Groups, search for American Association of Malaysia and then ask to be invited and the Administrator can add you. When you receive the invite via email, you must respond to complete the registration process. For more information, go to http:// www.klamerican.com/online-communities.

Membership Renewal

To avoid missing any issues of the magazine and to continue receiving discounted prices for AAM events, please make sure your membership is up to date. Renewal notices will be emailed to you one month before expiration. Dues can be paid by cash or check in person at the AAM Villa @ The Troika by or cash deposit to the AAM’s bank account directly.

Your $0.02 Do you have any ideas or suggestions for new activities, events or workshops that may be of interest to our members? Can you think of ways we can improve our current line-up? Any concerns about the AAM’s building facilities? Your feedback, whether positive or negative, is always welcome. Kindly drop us a note in the Suggestion Box located in the villa or email klamerican.info@gmail.com.

Solicitation Policy Solicitation of business by any member or guest is not allowed at any AAM function without prior board approval. Members are requested to respectfully observe the policy that membership information is to be used solely for AAM business and is not to be used for personal or business solicitation purposes. If you are interested in sharing your talents/services with the AAM, please contact the AAM office.

Reservation & Payment Policy

Event and Activity reservations can be made via email to klamerican. info@gmail.com, in person or via fax.

• If the reservation is made via email or fax, the AAM office will send you an acknowledgment receipt and advise whether or not the activity is still available.

• Fees MUST be paid within 48 hours of signing up for an event or activity. You will not be “confirmed” for the event/activity until payment in full has been received by the office.

• You may pay by cash or check in person at the AAM Villa @ The Troika or cash deposit to the AAM’s bank account directly. If you wish to deposit cash payments to the AAM’s bank account, please contact the AAM office for account information and instructions (your bank may charge you a minimal fee for this service).

• We cannot accept credit card payments at the office. We are currently working on details to secure an on-line payment system for your convenience. Further information to come.

Cancellation Policy

• Reservations MUST be cancelled FIVE BUSINESS DAYS prior to the activity in order to received a refund. If you do not cancel your reservation within this time period or you are a no-show the day of the Event/Activity, a refund will not be issued.

• For Events/Activities that have a required minimum attendance, AAM reserves the right to cancel or reschedule when circumstances warrant.

• Each Event/Activity will have a sign up deadline date and we must adhere to those dates. This allows instructors of classes to gather all required materials or tour companies to arrange the proper transportation for our group.

• If you still have not made payment by the reservation deadline for an Event/Activity, your name will be automatically removed from the sign-up sheet and there will be no further correspondence from the AAM office. To avoid disappointment, please make your payment within 48 hours of making your reservation.

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Check out our new location!

HELP WANTED The CEO of TalentCorp, Johan Merican, will have an exclusive session with the Columbia University Alumni Association on Wednesday, 15 April.

Topics to include talent issues dominating the news: • How to retain existing talent in Malaysia & why talented people leave • How education factors into our childrens’ future • How to attract and retain women in the formal workforce • Long-term implications of brain drain • Is there a reverse brain drain?

Location: Level 6, Surian Tower, No. 1 Jalan PJU 7/3, Mutiara Damansaa, 47810 Petaling Jaya (+603 7839 7071).

Time: 6:30 pm RSVP: Please email Carla.y.newman@gmail.com. All US Alums are invited to attend.

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• Social Media Coordinator: Are you a social media maven who can help bring the AAM up to date? This is a job that can be done through the comfort of your own computer and will help us to get the Facebook page, Google Group and other untapped social media outlets working to get the word out about us and our activities. If this sounds like something you’d enjoy, please contact the AAM office at klamerican.info@ gmail.com.

• Roadrunners Coordinator – We are currently looking for someone who enjoys running and is willing to be the main point of contact in forming a “running group” for AAM members. The Coordinator sends weekly emails to those in the group and sets the time and place for a weekly run. Put your best foot forward and contact Peggy at secondvp.aam@ gmail.com if you are interested in volunteering.

• Activities Coordinators – Have you been on a great tour that you want to share with the rest of the AAM community or heard about a fun thing to do that you are dying to try but need more people? Well, the AAM has a monthly Activities Meeting and we are in search of people who would like to coordinate activities for our membership. You can assist with just one specific activity, or you can come to the meeting and coordinate one of the many activity ideas brought by other members. For more information, please contact Peggy at seondvp.aam@gmail.com.

Avoid long queues KLIA and KLIA2 - Use the Foreigner E-gate for fast immigration clearance!

Foreigner e-gate is a self clearance system that allows frequent visitors to Malaysia to use the automated fast-track lane without having to go through the manual immigration clearance process.

Sign-up during your next trip to KLIA. The registration booth is located after the immigration counters/before the baggage claim.

The AAM Stitching Friends raffled off a beautiful quilt with all proceeds donated to the AAM’s supported charities. And the winner is Karen Beham! Congratulations, Karen!

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