What have I been doing (and some link loves)?
Posted by pelf in Personal Stuff, Reviews & Link LovesI have had a very slow week, in terms of writing, publishing, commenting and blog-hopping. In fact, I haven’t been spending as much time as I would love to on my blog because I have been too caught up with writing up my thesis. I have set myself a deadline which I hope to be able to honour so that things get done, and I could get on with my life. It definitely isn’t fun going to bed every night thinking about the unfinished thesis, and whether I would ever graduate with a Master’s degree next year.
Anyway, did you know that I was invited to guest-blog at Domestik Goddess some time ago? And because Jen writes about arts and crafts, she suggested that I write about crafty friends/bloggers I know. My first article, which featured April and her hand-made jewellery was published on Nov 1st. My second article would be published on Nov 15th, but I shall not disclose my second “featured blogger” 
Ouh, and I have recently given my charity-based blog, The Giving Hands, a face-lift. I am currently using a simple-and-clean theme called Content Cream, by Mohsin @ Blogging Bits. I am almost done with the tweaking, so you know what to do now, don’t you? And I am working on trying to keep to a posting schedule (which has yet to be determined due to the current thesis-writing frenzy) 
One more thing, Edrei was recently short-listed as a finalist for the 2007 Weblog Awards Best Asian Blog — how cool is that?! 
I mean, how often do you find a Malaysian picked up for such an award? So, do us all a favour, and vote for him, will you? 
The voting will run until Nov 8th, and you can vote once every 24 hours! So please make every vote count! 
And now, some link loves for my top commentators:
- After a little “talking to” (I wouldn’t call it convincing because I wasn’t trying to influence him), littlebro, my ex-housemate, had finally decided to revive his blog, which had been left since 2 years ago. Check out this tribute to yours truly!
- Chen shares an East Malaysian signature dish — jungle fern!
- Does your Mum keep one of those very ancient irons at home? You know, the one that uses coal, and is drop-dead heavy it makes you think how anybody would use that to iron clothes? pearl has a picture of the classic iron!
- Is your blog dying? How do you tell if you are slowly (but surely) abandoning your blog? Wayne Liew shares some points on how you can ensure that your blog doesn’t die
- French blogger, Zhu talked about her experience as a receptionist in Hong Kong and why she wouldn’t get herself a handphone
- yenjai shows what you can do with the barcode sticker that comes with a new book.
- What do you do if you can’t lock the boot of your car? You latch it, of course! And Pelfy shows us an example of how you can do it (and attract all the attention)
- silveraven has some pictures of a “bastard cut“! *gulps*
- Diana13 compiled a list of articles with tips on how to increase your blog traffic, write better, save time, make money online and some photography and security tips.
- A group of Muslims are trying to clear some of the misconceptions about Islam. Visit their website AskMuslims.com to learn more about Islam.
Do you realize the usual guys are getting all the link loves every week?? Come on, drop by more often, leave me more comments (and loves, and hugs) and you could be on the list next week
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Thanks for the link love ! I appreciate
Zhu’s latest blog post: Us vs. Them
No problem, Zhu. I
that particular post of yours !
Love link received. Thanks!
Pelfy’s latest blog post: No bread, no breakfast?
I just love to comment here. It will make me link rich! Muahahaha…
Thanks for the link again…
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Thanks for the link love. I should try too this kind of post
Diana13’s latest blog post: 13 Autumn Photos
OMG, I was just posting bout no one in my blog & there you are, promoting my blog!
Also,all the best for your thesis writing! I’ll be waiting to attend your convo next year~
Thanks for promoting my blog & also the lovely link love, dai kah cher!
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Great list. I love the blogging tips.
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I’m so glad you enjoyed the guest-posting experience, Pelf, and the side-step out of your usual niche — I’m looking forward to seeing what your next artsy-crafty interview piece might be!
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Good luck on your thesis
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Good luck and all the best regarding your thesis.
I don’t have that ancient iron at home but there are few on display in my workplace inside the meeting room
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sorry i haven’t been visiting you either..busy
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Ahh, wuching.. I guess we’re all busy at one time or another
I bet that thesis will be a great one. Have fun while you’re at it!
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Good luck with your thesis.
Thank you for posting our website and helping us clear some misunderstanding people have about Islam.
Peace.
This is my first visit here. I learnt your blog from bloggeries. If my memory serves me well, I used to be in your other blog; it was with different theme if I’m not mistaken. It’s good to see another Malaysian blogger around. Keep posting and good luck with your thesis
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