LIGHT ON THE HORIZON

US researchers said Wednesday they are able to selectively erase memories from mice in a laboratory, raising hopes for the numerous human memory afflictions from post-traumatic stress syndrome, bitter memories of divorces can one day be cured.

The new technique, is at a very early stage, could be applied one day to the human brain to erase traumatic memories,bitterness, unresolved anger,unforgiveness,deep-set fears, while leaving all other memories unaffected.

All those out there who have bitter memories of the past - dont silently plan on committing suicide- there is light appearing on the horizon.

IS THERE ANYTHING IN YOUR PAST THAT YOU WANT TO FORGET?

THE FOOLISH PRINCE

All that it took for the marriage to lose its rainbow colours ,was a foolish confession made on air for the whole world to hear.That man was Prince Charles and he admitted to infidelity on TV- a grave indiscretion which would lead to even graver consequences.The Prince had just committed an unpardonable and foolish mistake-offending a ladies sense of pride and dignity in full view of the public. And there was going to be a response.

It is unimaginable that a man born to such nobility, exposed to all the charm,aristocracy and best learning institutions of the whole world was capable of such indiscretion.Her response?She distanced herself and responded foolishly too. Charles admission triggered off the social life of the Princess of Wales- soon she responded by her own admission of "infidelity"- on TV too. Later the Royal Princess was seen in hotel lobbies and beachside in bikinis with another man- Dodi. The Fairytale wedding had taken a course for the worse.The end was tragic.Her grave was drenched in torrents of British tears.Why did it have to end this way?

Be doubly careful with provocations.Many provocations come across wrapped up in humble tones as admissions and confessions. Vijay- The Midnight Owl.

FRIENDSHIPS OF PROVIDENCE

In life some Friendships are formed by ourselves due to our particular station in life but some relationships are provided by Providence. If you don't have any friends from Royal backgrounds,its because Providence has not offered you that opportunity. I have refrained from using the phrase God because if the friendship goes bad, then we won't be using this phrase "God" to interpret our situation.Providence is better, but that would mean that God has no control over Providence and who you meet is all random chance out there. Too bad if you made a wrong choice in Friendship.

The people who surround you today- are they accidentally in your life or the work of Providence?? Be cautious about Friendships, for many books could be written about friendships that turned sour and friends who fell out of favour.Some Friendships that you have now are provided by Providence,and if lost it's gone forever. Even in situations of reconciliation, the orginal substance and Spirit of that Friendship cannot be restored wholly.The wound may heal, but the scars remain. Be cautious with your Friendships or it can be altered subtly, subconciously but noticeably.

"SORRY I CANT JOIN YOU FOR TEA TODAY AS I HAVE SOMETHING TO DO"

BEING INQUISITIVE

Its never a great idea to be preoccupied with whats in another persons backyard. Being Inquisitive is the word in English- "Ke Poh Chi" in Hokkien.Leave others alone unless they show signs of needing assistance. But for many Malaysians this is something difficult to adhere to.Peeping through windows and eavesdropping on someones conversation,or trespassing on someones privacy seems to be okay for many.In the village, everyone knows what is going on with the neighbours family- even though they are not on talking terms.We already have more than what we can manage in our own backyard so there is no need for us to peep over our neighbours shoulder.It is not just discourteous, its uncouth and a sure sign of ill breeding.Kindly remove your nose from that place immediately.

Vijay- The Midnight Owl

THE 3 MALAYSIAN PASTORS

One day three Pastors decided to get together for some fellowship.One Pastor said, since God has brought all of us together, why don't we just open up to each other? The two others thought it was a great idea.The second Pastor added, "As a sign of genuine brotherliness, sincerity and openess why don't we confess our secret sins to each other? The other two nodded in silent agreement.

The first Pastor began "I have this private sin and lately it is becoming a problem.I started with sipping some whisky but now I consume half a bottle of Jack Daniels every night.I have carefully concealed this habit and nobody knows anything about it, and I dont feel guilty because the first miracle Jesus did was to turn plain water into alcohol.Just before the Sunday preaching, I need 2 neat shots of that stuff.

The second Pastor continued, Lately I have been having an affair with this lady in our church.We have been seeing each other and lately got quite intimate.My wife and the church know nothing about it.Anyway I dont think thats serious because even King David did it.

The third Pastor suddenly looked downcast and said." Gentlemen, my secret sin is gossip and after what I have heard today, I just cant wait to get out from here!!!"

Vijay- The Midnight Owl

THE FAMINE & THE ASS

Once upon a time there was a sore famine in the land and so all the animals of the forest held a meeting to discuss this matter. The King of the Beasts, -His Majesty the Lion chaired the meeting and spoke up first- my brothers and fellow comrades, I believe that the reason for this famine is that one of us have offended God by a terrible unpardonable sin.So there is a heavy conviction in my conscience that a confession of our heinous crimes must be made today. I for one in my hunger have torn many of my fellow citizens to death and had them for lunch, dinner, crunched their bones and squeezed out their delicious marrows for supper.There is nothing like a blood soaked meal.I am still grieving for what I have done.

Then the fox spoke out-I feel very humbled by your Majesty's honesty but I must confess that I have snatched many little lambs from their mothers arms and have had many great meals.For that I am sorrowful but I feel the real culprits are the Shephards since they were sleeping on their jobs.All the other eminences were assembled there -the tiger, bear , crocodile, snake,hyena and each in turn made their grim confession of murder, brutal killings,mutilations, rapes,cannibalism and the phythons sobbing confession of swallowing other citizens while still alive.

Then all eyes fell on the ass and the ass nervously made his confession. Well my beloved countrymen -I distinctly remember some time ago that I passed by the old farmers house who lives at the edge of the forest.I could not help noticing the lump of lovely and delicious green grass in his farm So I quietly sneaked up and grabbed a mouthful and quickly slipped away.

To this confession all the other animals shouted with one voice against the ass,screaming on top of their voices- Why you vile beast, how could you ever have the heart to do such a heinous crime against an old farmer? Surely YOU are the reason for this famine!!! And in the commotion, they tore the ass to death.

MIdnight Tales from Vijay
Penang.

MY HONDA STORY

Hello everyone- I have just been featured in the latest issue of the Honda Magazine.I was chosen because according to them I look like the Emperors father in law.-- I will attach the pictures real soon.