Wednesday, September 06, 2006

Cigarded

I am Peter Stuyvesant
I have two friends, Benson and Hedges
I came from the city of Marlboro,
In the Salem high country
I Always carry a Mild Seven
I rode on a White Horse
Going to Kingsway in Kent
It was Lucky Strike I fell in love
With the daughter of Master Duke
Her name Was YSL
We got married by Perillys, the priest
We checked in at the house of Dunhill
And booked into room number 555
I laid her on the bed made of Gold Leaf
I played with her two Matterhorns
When I poked in my Rothmans King Size
She cried in delight, "You are a Rough Rider!!!"
You are riding like a mad Camel
When I asked her if she is satisfied
She answered" I want MORE!!!!"
Then suddenly she turned around and asked me if I want to
enter her Gudang Garam.
She said... depan belakang puas, barulah Sampoerna!!!
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Tuesday, September 05, 2006

Steve Irwin is DEAD???

What? Are u serious?

It had been a shock to me that Steve Irwin the "Crocodile Hunter" is dead. I was in the kitchen pouring a cup of coffee when I heard this news over the radio. I am a big fan of him. He is a funny guy and I had been enjoying his show so much over at animal planet. I still cant believe that he is dead being stung by the stingray. RIP Stevie....
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Sunday, September 03, 2006

Trade psychology

An interesting article I've found somewhere....

LEARNING CYCLE FOR NEW TRADERS

Hi folks.

This cycle is as true for trading as it is for learning to drive a car and consists of five components.

I'm going to take you through each stage so you can recognise exactly where you are in your trading journey.

Step One: Unconscious Incompetence.

This is the first step you take when starting to look into trading. you know that its a good way of making money cos you've heard so many things about it and heard of so many millionaires.

Unfortunately, just like when you first desire to drive a car you think it will be easy - after all, how hard can it be?? - price either moves up or down - what's the big secret to that then - lets get cracking!

Unfortunately, just as when you first take your place in front of a steering wheel you find very quickly that you haven't got the first clue about what you're trying to do. you take lots of trades and lots of risks. when you enter a trade it turns against you so you reverse and it turns again .. and again, and again.

you try to turn around your losses by doubling up every time you trade - sometimes you'll get away with it but more often than not you will come away scathed and bruised

Well this is stage one - you are totally oblivious to your incompetence at trading. Stage one can last for a week or two of trading but the market is usually swift and you move onto stage two.

Stage Two - Conscious Incompetence

Stage two is where you realise that there is more work involved in this and that you might actually have to work a few things out.

you consciously realise that you are an incompetent trader - you don't have the skills or the insight to turn a regular profit.

During this phase you will buy systems and e-books galore, read websites based everywhere from Russia to the Ukraine. and begin your search for the holy grail.

During this time you will be a system whore - you will flick from method to method day by day and week by week never sticking with one long enough to actually see if it does work. every time you came upon a new indicator you'll be ecstatic that this is the one that will make all the difference.

you will test out automated systems on Meta-trader, you'll play with moving averages, Fibonacci lines, support & resistance, Pivots, Fractals, Divergence, DMI, ADX, and a hundred other things all in the vein hope that your 'magic system' starts today.

you'll be a top and bottom picker, trying to find the exact point of reversal with your indicators and you'll find yourself chasing losing trades and even adding to them cos you are so sure you are right.

You'll go into the live chat room and see other traders making pips and you want to know why it's not you - you'll ask a million questions, some of which are so dumb that looking back you feel a bit silly.

You'll then reach the point where you think all the ones who are calling pips after pips are liars - they cant be making that amount cos you've studied and you don't make that, you know as much as they do and they must be lying. but they're in there day after day and their account just grows whilst yours falls.

You will be like a teenager - the traders that make money will freely give you advice but you're stubborn and think that you know best - you take no notice and over leverage your account even though everyone says you are mad to - but you know better.

you'll consider following the calls that others make but even then it wont work so you try paying for signals from someone else - they don't work for you either.

This phase can last ages and ages - in fact in reality it can last well over a year - My own period lasted about 18 months.

Eventually you do begin to come out of this phase. You've probably committed more time and money than you ever thought you would, lost 2 or 3 loaded accounts and all but given up maybe 3 or 4 times.

Then comes stage 3

Stage 3 - The Eureka Moment

Towards the end of stage two you begin to realise that it's not the system that is making the difference.

you realise that its actually possible to make money with a simple moving average and nothing else IF you can get your head and money management right

You start to read books on the psychology of trading and identify with the characters portrayed in those books.

Finally comes the eureka moment.

The eureka moment causes a new connection to be made in your brain.

you suddenly realise that neither you, nor anyone else can accurately predict what the market will do in the next ten seconds, never mind the next 20 mins.

You start to work just one system that you mold to your own way of trading, you're starting to get happy and you define your risk threshold.

You start to take every trade that your 'edge' shows has a good probability of winning with.

when the trade turns bad you don't get angry or even because you know in your head that as you couldn't possibly predict it it isn't your fault - as soon as you realise that the trade is bad you close it . The next trade will have higher odds of success cos you know your simple system works.

You have realised in an instant that the trading game is about one thing - consistency of your 'edge' and your discipline to take all the trades no matter what.

You learn about proper money management and leverage - risk of account etc etc - and this time it actually soaks in and you think back to those who advised the same thing a year ago with a smile

you weren't ready then, but you are now.

The eureka moment came the moment that you truly accepted that you cannot predict the market.

Then comes stage four

Stage 4 - Conscious Competence

Ok, now you are making trades whenever your system tells you to.

you take losses just as easily as you take wins

you now let your winners run to their conclusion fully accepting the risk and knowing that your system makes more money than it loses and when you're on a loser you close it swiftly with little pain to your account

You are now at a point where you break even most of the time - day in day out, you will have weeks where you make 100 pips and weeks where you lose 100 pips - generally you are breaking even and not losing money.

you are now conscious of the fact that you are making calls that are generally good and you are getting respect from other traders as you chat the day away.

You still have to work at it and think about your trades but as this continues you begin to make more money than you lose consistently.

you'll start the day on a 20 pip win, take a 35 pip loss and have no feelings that you've given those pips back because you know that it will come back again.

you will now begin to make consistent pips week in and week out 25 pips one week, 50 the next and so on.

this lasts about 6 months

then comes Stage Five

Stage Five - Unconscious Competence

Now were cooking - just like driving a car, every day you get in your seat and trade - you do everything now on an unconscious level.

you are running on autopilot. You start to pick the really big trades and getting 100 pips in a day is becoming quite normal to you.

This is trading utopia - you have mastered your emotions and you are now a trader with a rapidly growing account.

you're a star in the trading chat room and people listen to what you say. you recognise yourself in their questions from about two years ago.

you pass on your advice but you know most of it is futile cos they're teenagers - some of them will get to where you are - some will do it fast and others will be slower - literally dozens and dozens will never get past stage two but a few will.

Trading is no longer exciting - in fact it's probably boring you to bits - like everything in life when you get good at it or do it for your job - it gets boring - you're doing your job and that's that.

You can now say with your head held high "I'm a currency trader"


I hope you've enjoyed this text and can recognise yourself in some stage or another - personally I'm at stage four now and am constantly making good amounts of pips - I've been trading in total for about 3 years and the first two were hell on earth.

for those of you reading this who stick with it, ill look forward to the banter we have together in the future when we are both bored to death during the trading day
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Friday, September 01, 2006

Luv signs

Just read this for fun. Enjoy reading...

Are You In Love with an Aries? (March 20 - April 19)

If you are in love with an Aries man or woman, give this person flattery and firmness.
Aries like to be noticed and will bask in the glow of your affection and attention. Slightly self-centered, this individual thinks and talks in the "I" mode (not presuming to speak for another).
Able to take care of him (her) self, this being believes that you can take care of yourself, too.
Because
this is one of the strongest signs, Aries can be incredibly pushy. If you want to live happily ever after with this soul, you are going to have to learn how to push back.
Aries doesn't actually want to run over you, but this person thrives on challenges and enjoys the fight.
There is generally an assumption made that you like the fight, too.
Using your wit will impress this being a great deal more than resorting to a physical challenge.
Aries also love the chase.
They enjoy being in the driver's seat and pursuing a potential lover with craft and skill.
You will lose this being's interest in a hurry if you are too easily or quickly won.
If you know how to spar, you will have better luck with Aries the toreador.
Aries need physical activity and they love to compete.
If you are not a particularly physical person yourself, be sure to encourage your honey to work off this energy on his or her own.
You will find you have fewer arguments as a
result.
One thing that you can count on with this lover, however, is a short grudge.
This person has too much to do to waste time on nursing wounds and will actually forget almost any trespass quite quickly.
Don't expect him (her) to read your mind if you are holding onto one, because it will be totally misread.
Just as the rain-washes away the dust from the road, a good night's sleep or the passage of a few days' time generally cleanses.

Are You In Love with a Taurus? (April 20 - May 19)

If you are in love with a Taurus man or woman, understand that this person is a one-woman man or a one-man woman (unless Gemini predominates elsewhere in the natal chart).
Primarily interested in security, this being is looking to settle down and doesn't need a lot of movement. Preferring routine activities and traditional, established leasures, this person is happy to continue on with whatever he or she has been doing for
years.
You will need to be able to fit somewhat into this already settled routine.
You will attract his or her attention by giving gifts of quality; ticky-tacky is a turnoff for these practical souls.
Known for their good taste, you will be more interesting to this being if you value yourself.
Paying attention to your clothing and hair will help to show him or her that you understand the importance of appearance.
Taureans love to stay home and get cozy in their nests.
Their idea of a good time is to rent a bunch of videos and veg out on the couch or in the easy chair.
They also enjoy gourmet foods and fine wines and will often have highly developed culinary abilities.
These souls can definitely be won over through their stomachs, so dig up your best recipes and give it a try. They do, however, sometimes resemble their animal, the bull, in that they cannot be pushed; you will see some real digging in if you try.
Gentle persuasion is a much
better tool with these people.
You also should be aware that, in general, they often need to ponder each word that you speak before being able to give you an answer.
Allowing these souls a moment to think before expecting a response will result in a much happier relationship.
Taureans also have a real need for security; you won't make points by squandering assets or avoiding saving. These beings need to have a home base, which belongs to them and where they know they can retreat to in
times of trouble.
A nest egg for rainy days is also an essential.

Are You In Love with a Gemini? (May 20 - June 20)

If you are in love with a Gemini man or woman, give him or her elusivity and a lot of space alone.
This individual needs a great deal of stimulation to stay interested and you will be much more appealing if you
have some interests and friends of your own.
Detachment is also a help here and you must guard against
sentimentality with this soul.
Remembering that this person is, for the most part, a thinker rather than a feeler will help to keep this relationship in perspective.
Changing your hair, your dress, or your schedule is another way to keep this one off guard.
Spontaneity is extremely valued by this sign so buying theatre tickets or home plate seats from time to time can make you more attractive.
If you can drop what you are doing at a moment's notice in order to travel up the coast for a romantic weekend, you will definitely score a hit here.
The ability to have fun is another must as it is practically a religion for this individual.
If you can handle a relationship that is light and loose, you will be happier with this soul than if you are too attached.
Remember, too, that Gemini is a sign of duality.
You may sometimes feel as though you are living with two different people here and you never can tell which one will present itself.

Patience comes in handy if you prefer one twin to the other.
It also helps to realize that this being is inherently restless.
You will need to be able to keep pace with a odd deal of movement around the neighborhood as well as within your home.
Don't expect the furniture to stay in one place with this sign, either.
He (she) will soon find a better place to put the couch, the rug, the glass cabinet, or the pots and pans and you will be perceived as boring and dull if you complain.
If you think of this type of living as exciting, you will be very happy here.

Are You In Love with a Cancer? (June 21 - July 21)

If you are in love with a Cancer man or woman, give him or her your understanding.
This is a sensitive soul who needs to be brought out of the shell with attention and iscussion.
Patience is important here as often (but not always) this individual is quiet or shy.
He or she will only
share innermost thoughts after a great deal of trust has been established.
A Cancer lover is a deeply feeling person.
Once you have secured his or her love, you will be placed first, above all others, in everything that you do.
You will be expected to return the favor.
Somewhat possessive, this man or woman is prepared to dedicate life to you and wants to know that you appreciate it.
Passion is also extremely important here.
Although you will be encouraged to keep the matter between the two of you, sexy underwear and satin sheets are a hit.
Your pleasure is extremely important to this being's happiness so don't be afraid to explain what you like (diplomatically).
And, return the favor by asking in kind.
This person is really a homebody and will work tirelessly to fluff up the nest.
Preferring the company of the clan to large crowds, a Cancer lover is often willing to invest in a swimming pool or hot tub.
Or, you do
well when you share many sports or activities such as skiing, sailing, or bowling.
A cabin on the lake or a mountainside condominium are also attractive to this man or woman; the only other necessity is to have you right by his or her side...

Are You In Love with a Leo? (July 22 - August 22)

If you are in love with a Leo man or woman, the most important thing you can give him or her is your attention. This is one mate who will charm and caress you, make passionate love with you, dance with you into the wee
hours of the morning, give you the Sun, the Moon and the Stars, and all you have to do is notice.
But, notice you must.
It is true that most Leos need pats on the back as much as the rest of us require air to breathe.
This is because, for all their vim and vigor and outward confidence, Leos are actually quite shy and vulnerable on the inside.
In fact, it can be said that the louder and more brash a Leo sounds,
the more insecure he or she is feeling at the time.
A Leo lover is loyal, warm, generous, and fun. This is one individual who truly knows how to have a good time, and he or she wants you to be included in it.
You are a very special audience to this person and you are treated like royalty.
A Leo is not particularly interested in dating just anybody and you must stand out from the crowd to garner this one's attention.
He or she wants both of you to shine.
You will be appreciated even more if you don't mind letting this honey glow in the limelight.
A great storyteller, this one has a natural ability to draw a crowd of beaming faces.
Jealousy doesn't go over too well here.
You needn't worry overly much about losing his or her affections; once a Leo gives his >>>>>(her) heart, loyalty comes right along with it.
While this mate likes to make dramatic statements, ticky-tacky does not do.
Gifts should be
of quality and you are amazed at the ones showered upon you.
Compliments keep them coming.
A fixed sign, this honey sometimes may become set in his/her ways.
Personal opinions are very important to this lover and it may be hard to change this premeditated mind. Gentle persuasion works best here as well as pointing out the better aspects of his/her argument.
You can expect a lot from this lover.
He or she has a way of keeping life interesting and movement and action are constant companions.
If you are looking for a good time spelled F-U-N, you have certainly found it here.

Are You In Love with a Virgo? (August 23 - Sept 21)

If you love a Virgo, give him or her attention to detail. Some -- but not all.
Virgos are neatniks and cannot stand living in a mess.
Others need for you to acknowledge their ideas or accommplishments.
But all will be fussy about something, and you will keep this one happy
by discovering wherein lies the pet peeve and steering clear of it.
It is best if you realize that this individual has a real need for order in some aspect of his or her life.
This person can be counted upon to be consistent in a particular area for you, and feels cheated if the favor is not returned.
Because a Virgo is able to see the potential perfection in everything, don't be offended if little comments arise about getting the lint off your sweater or re-working your rXum?
He (she) just wants you to look your best and is happy to help you do so.
Remember, too, that this person sees life largely through an intellectual window.
He or she can always be reasoned with but may have a hard time dealing with displays of emotion.
This doesn't mean that your feelings aren't important; it just indicates that you may need to explain them rather than expect this honey to intuitively understand.
A Virgo lover likes to know and follow certain
ground rules so you probably should spend some time discussing his or her expectations as well as your own at the beginning of this relationship.
As long as you keep the lines of communication open, this should ward off any potential misunderstandings in the future.
You won't, however, find a more loyal mate anywhere.
This is one honey who keeps all of his(her) loving for you alone and expects you to do the same.
Fresh sheets and clean skin turn this person on more than fancy perfumes or sexy underwear, too.
Respect for this one's person and belongings keep him or her right by your side.

Are You In Love with a Libra? (Sept 22 - Oct 22)

If you are in love with a Li! bran man or woman, give him or her your attention and your company.
This is one individual who truly wants to share as much as possible in life and will be a faithful and dedicated partner if given the chance.
You may notice, too, that he
(she) always strives to be inclusive of not only you, but friends and acquaintances as well.
This person truly needs interactions with others and desires a full social life above many other things.
Because of his (her) desire for balance, you may also see some striking dualities here.
Soft lights and classical music could be interspersed with wild dancing revelries to rock and roll; each Libra expresses this aspect in his or her own way.
Whatever the oppositions at work here, they will play and interplay in equal amounts.
If you are not as comfortable with one side, just wait a bit until the other reappears.
This is one honey that can also be counted upon to help out with household chores.
Dishes, dusting, sweeping, hedge trimming, and lawn mowing are almost akin to lovemaking (love of home) in his or her eyes.
All you need to do is be 100% loyal and you will be treated like the King or Queen of the Castle.
It's quite a small
price to pay.
You can be sure, however, that this honey will never leave you lonely.
He (she) understands togetherness unlike most other signs and you would do well to return the favor.
Be careful, too, not to accept too many gratuities without exchange as he (she) will be aware of the imbalance and may harbor silent resentments in the future.
Enjoying the fun, sharing, and caring of this individual while giving back the same will ensure a long, happy, and
prosperous relationship for both of you.

Are You In Love with a Scorpio? (Oct 23 - Nov 21)

If you are in love with a Scorpio man or woman, give him or her your full attention and devotion.
Sharp as a tack, this person definitely notices everything.
You will be able to ke! ep no secrets here; this individual is an expert at ferreting them out.
Truthfulness is well appreciated by this mate.
Emotions are extremely important to a
Scorpio and you must be willing to explore the range (the valleys as well as the peaks) in order to keep this partner happy.
Passionate and possessive, he (she) needs a lot of physical statement.
This mate often even defines his (her) relationship to you by the amount of actual physical connection.
If you are not interested in touchy-feely, you might want to look elsewhere for true happiness.
Loyalty is also very valuable to this individual as he (she) will want to look at you as being his (hers) alone. Should you stumble in this area, you may be forgiven but don't think that your Scorpio lover will forget (with such a sharp mind, little is forgotten).
Of course, this works both ways and a more devoted mate would be hard to find.
You have in this partner an extremely strong personality.
This relationship works best if you can maintain some of your own strength and keep things equal.
Finding other arenas to excel in by yourself can
also help here as very few signs can successfully compete with Scorpio.
Don't ever try to force something on this mate, either; coaxing works better than brute force here.
Be aware, too, that Scorpio's power is often of the hidden variety.
You mustn't take this mate at face value only.
If you delight in challenges, enjoy the world of emotions and are also a sturdy and strong personality, you may have just your cup of tea here.
This is one individual who is going places and, if you can keep up, would be happy to take you along.

Are You In Love with a Sagittarius? (Nov 22 - Dec 21)

If you are in love with a Sagittarius man or woman, give him or her freedom and honesty.
This is one honey that will resist any and all efforts to be pinned down too definitively and you would do best to understand this from the start.
They are the players of love.
He (she) needs plenty of rope.
Don't expect quick
commitment here either; this lover is fairly independent and enjoys his (her) own company. You will never be bored with a Sagittarius partner though.
This individual is interested in almost everything and delights in sharing knowledge with you and everyone else.
"Flirt" could be a middle name here.
Jealousy is a no-no as the exchange of conversation is nearly as important as air and food to this person.
Friendly as a new puppy, he (she) meanders about collecting and dispensing data with all comers.
Physical fitness is also important here.
Often possessing natural athletic abilities, he (she) can be found hiking, biking, running, or skiing, and will want you to keep right up alongside.
You will have many joint memories of wilderness treks, roaring campfires, and starlit nights.
Adventuresome ness is quite
near the top of the qualities you must have to be of any interest to this enterprising individual.
The meek need not apply.
Your main challenges here may be learning to live with the occasional disorganization of this busy soul and the directness, which could be construed as lack of tact.
You must understand that this person abhors dishonesty and is quite incapable of participating in it.
Too many concurrent projects can scatter his (her) energy but your encouragement may be all that's needed to keep the number reasonable.
You have found a dynamic partner in this mate. Enjoy the wit and repartee, explore new worlds and lost civilizations together and talk until the wee hours of the morning.
With this individual, you can have fun!

Are You In Love with a Capricorn? (Dec 22 - Jan 19)

If you are in love with a Capricorn man or woman, give him or her encouragement and support.
This is one honey that will
work diligently to provide you with the best that money can buy and all you have to do is notice.
Quiet and competent, he or she goes about business with a professional attitude and a desire to please.
Pats on the back are appreciated here.
You do, however, need to realize that career is like lifeblood to this individual.
He (she) sees personal, professional work much like a husband looks upon his bride.
There will be late nights at the office, business trips, or working weekends, and you will be expected to understand.
Order is also important here.
Dishes left in the sink and loose socks cluttering up the bedroom floor will definitely be a turn-off.
Helpful hints from this individual are not meant as a criticism; he (she) just wants to assist in your perfection. You will also be expected to honor all dates and appointments; this man or woman is completely punctual and
reliable and wants you to be the same.
Knowledge
of proper etiquette might come in handy, too.
With this mate, you have found a >>>>>partner who is going places and is willing to take you along.
It won't happen on the instant/credit plan, though, as he (she) truly wants to earn it and own it personally. Because this individual is sometimes shy, you may need to get this individual talking in order to avoid the buildup
of resentments.
You are asked to contribute a lot here, but much is also given.

Are You In Love with an Aquarius? (Jan 20 - Feb 17)

If you are in love with an Aquarius, give him or her a very long leash and your respect.
This is one of the most freedom-oriented of all the signs and this individual will not tolerate nagging or any cramping of his (her) style.
You must understand that here you have found a person who truly looks at the world from a different perspective and needs to be supported in this endeavor.
Bright
and original, this partner sees the world as it will be or should be and feels somewhat personally responsible to bring the future about.
Some Aquarians feel so strongly about this that they are almost revolutionary in thought and behavior. Aquarius, as a rule, is also much more comfortable in the realm of thought than that of emotion.
This person actually has the ability to detach from his (her) body and view conversations and situations from love.
You needn't worry about judgment, though, as he (she) is extremely tolerant of everything except intolerance. Friends are important to this individual and you can expect a steady stream either through your house or his or her) business.
You have found here, too, a partner that truly seeks an equal relationship.
He or she wants to stand on his (her) own and wants you to do the same.
This is the eleventh sign of the zodiac and if you look at the number 11, it represents masculine and
feminine -- separate -- but also side-by-side and equal.
As we are currently proceeding into the great "Age of Aquarius," this is good news for us all.
Flexibility is also a must with this mate as he (s! he) enjoys last minute and/or unexpected surprises.
"Boring" will not be a word you use to describe this relationship as he (she) keeps you wondering what's going to happen next.
If you are looking for a partner with whom to have a fair and interesting match, you have found it here.

Are You In Love with a Pisces? (Feb 18 - Mar 19)

If you are in love with a Pisces man or woman, give him or her attention and sympathy.
You have met here an individual who will quietly listen to the tales of your days -- good and bad - and desires only the same consideration in return.
Gentle and caring, he (she) provides a safe haven in any kind of weather and can be counted upon to get you back on track.
Make sure that you
do the same.
Little gifts are greatly appreciated here and they need not be expensive.
The idea of the token of your affection keeps this individual smiling and returning the favor with surprises of his (her) own.
Snuggle-bunnies (hugs) or other displays of tenderness are also essential for true happiness with this mate.
You may need to make a conscientious effort to keep him or her talking about his (her) feelings.
Though deeply emotional inside, this particular sign -- more than others -- is prone to suffer in silence rather than speak out about personal irritations or letdowns.
Disaster lurks down that road as unexpressed emotions carry a punch far greater than expressed ones.
Make sure that the lines of communication stay open and you can avoid this pitfall.
Don't be alarmed when this honey desires to spend time alone; it is essential for his (her) mental health. Pisces doesn't have as strong an aura as many of the other signs do
and needs to re-charge the batteries without anyone else around from time to time.
Kindness also pays off in this match.
Often polite, he (she) generally is not fond of harsh words or rude phrases.
You have found here a person who prizes serenity above all else and one who will appreciate your efforts to keep the waters calm.
Once acquired, this bond will be long-lived and true blue.
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