Picture upload problem on blogger

This problem has been going around for at least 4 days on blogger. Whenever I upload the picture and click "done", the picture didn't appear!!! not sure what is the problem but it seems like everyone else are facing the same problem.
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Scouted around on internet and this is one possible solution that I found to upload the picture manually:
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Still upload the usual way (choose ur size accordingly cos that will be how u want the pics to show on ur blog) but when the picture is uploaded, DO NOT click done. Instead, right click on the pic, left click on properties & copy the URL (add) there. Do not close the uploaded image window. Just minimise it.
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On ur blog window in edit HTML format, input the following:
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(img src = 'URL'/) substitute the bracket with <>
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where URL is the URL(add) that u hv copied. Close the uploaded pic window before u click publish. Once u click publish, u shall be able to see ur pics.
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Hope the above helps. :) Happy Blogging

Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen

Sypnosis: Decepticon forces return to Earth on a mission to take Sam Witwicky prisoner, after the young hero learns the truth about the ancient origins of the Transformers. Joining the mission to protect humankind is Optimus Prime, who forms an alliance with international armies for a second epic battle. [Source: Yahoo! Singapore Movies]
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Great Plot, excellent graphics and battle scenes!!! The developers really bring the CGI effects to another level. It is really a feast to the eyes to see the robots fighting, together with the support of the full arsenal of weapons available by human. The whole movie is not just about endless fighting as the director also tried to bring in some comedy effect to the movie. I particularly like Wheelie as he is quite a joker in the movie! Can’t wait for the 3rd installment!!
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Rate: 8/10

Morph

As of July 1st, 0000 I am officially transisted into adulthood. *sigh* No more concession to take unlimited bus rides.

Hannah Montana the Movie

Synopsis: Miley Cyrus struggles to juggle school, friends and her secret popstar persona. But when Hannah Montana's soaring popularity threatens to take over her life - she just might let it. So her father, Billy Ray Cyrus takes the teen home to Crowley Corners, Tennesse, for a dose of reality, kicking off an adventure filled with the kind of fun, laughter and romance even Hannah Montana couldn't imagine. [Source: Yahoo! Singapore Movies]

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Typical "celebrity kick back to reality" plot, where Hannah gets a dose of being an average joe where no one recognise her as she withdrew from the limelight to go back to her traditional hometown where commercialism is much resisted by the townfolks. To spice things up a bit, the director inserted some romance scene for Hannah to find during her short stay in the town. No doubt, the movie did contains some nice songs that are quite nice. I would recommend this movie for the songs aired but definitely not for the plot.

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Rate: 3.5/5

Angels and Demons

Synopsis: Adapted from the novel "Angels and Demons" by Dan Brown, the film follows the story of Robert Langdon, a well-known Harvard symbologist investigating a murder victim, branded with the Illuminati ambigram. Following his investigation, he soon discovers that a cult group is on a trail to murder four cardinals and destroy the St. Peter's Basilica during a papal gathering. [Source: Yahoo! Singapore Movies]

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Suspense, thriller, mystery and excitement, you named it, you have it. Just as exciting as the book itself, Dan Brown has managed to work around history and religion once more to craft out this exciting plot. If you have not read the book before, you will probably love this movie. However if you have, there will not be much of suspense and mystery as you would have already knew the ending. What the show can offer is the view of nice churches and scenery around Italy's Rome and the Vatican City. So just sit back, relax and enjoy the show.

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Rate: 3.5/5

Night at the Museum 2: Battle of the Smithsonian

Synopsis: Ben Stiller returns to the role of the unfortunate night watchman, Larry Daley who continues to encounter the living and breathing museum exhibits. This adventure takes the action to Washington D.C., where things at the Smithsonian aren't quite as quiet as one might think. [Source: Yahoo! Singapore Movies]

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Ben Stiller continues his encounter with the living museum exhibits in this second installation of the series. Though the humor is still there, however, I feel that the whole movie is in need of a new direction. Capitalizing on the same concept again and again is not going to draw the audience to part with their money to watch the show. Unless the producers decides to bring in fresh ideas, a third series (if there is) is doom to fail. An average movie at best to pass your time.

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Rate: 3/5

Australia Day 8 - Free & Easy Day

Day 8 - I and *mds* second last day in Australia. We decided to tour around the places that we had miss out the day before when Joanne and Wei Khoon was showing us around. Our first stop was a visit to their LG Imax for some 3D actions!! With that experience on hand, Ice Age 3 now seem like a good try to catch it in 3D in Singapore. =)Next up was a visit to the Sydney Fish Market, where the daily catches are sold directly to the public. This is the place where the seafood are the freshest and the arrays of different types and kinds of sea creatures you can ever imagine can be found here!! Most of the food sold are either deep fried in oil or oven baked with cheese. Although they are super unhealthy, but, they are nice!

Next up was a visit to the Paddy's market to shop for some local produces and souvenirs. All the items on display here are considered to be relatively cheap compared to other places in Sydney. So...if you want to have some good deals, you will know where to look. An interesting shop that we came across that are selling only abalones, which are really gigantic!!!

All in all, we had fun in Australia, with the theme park in Gold Coast and the beautiful places in Sydney. If the weather is kind enough, it would be better. Thanks again Joanne and wei Khoon for giving us a ride to the airport~ =)

Australia Day 7 - Sydney Tour

*mds* and I woke up to a chilly morning to meet up with Joanne and Wei Khoon for a 1 day tour around Sydney. As our hotel (Y Hyde Park Hotel) is conveniently located in the central Sydney area such that most of the attractions are all within walking distance, we decided to start our exploration by foot. First stop: Circular Quay and The Rocks. Below is a map showing the Central Sydney and the attractions that we are possibly going to explore!
The Sydney Opera House across the mini channel

This is the Farmer's market where the farmers around Sydney gather every weekend to sell their products. Some of the items on sale include wines, jams, bread and handicrafts. I have expected the shops available in the market to be on a bigger scale, possibly around the ones I have seen in USA where there are around thirty to forty shops, unlike here, where there is only around 15 shops available. We finished grossing though the whole place in less than half an hour.

A tour around where the immigrants are housed during the pre-history of Australia in 1800s.

Our lunch of the day: Pancakes on the Rock

Hot pancakes mixed with heavenly chocolate ice-cream and specially in-house maple syrup! Delicious =)

After lunch, we proceed to explore around the Sydney CBD area. The picture above is taken inside the Queen Victoria Building, where all the high scale boutiques are located.

I forgot what this building is called, it is either the Town Hall or St Andrew Cathedral.

I speak no evil, see no evil and hear no evil. =)

The Market City, where the Paddy Market is located. In there, you can find all the things that you need. Souvenirs, local products, towels, jackets and even nuts all at bargain price!

The LG IMAX, a 3D experience that you have never experience before.

This is the Pyrmont Bridge located in the Cockle Bay inside the Darling Harbour. The day that we came, they are celebrating the Darling Harbour 21st Anniversary. Expect lots of fireworks and nice performances starting in the evening.

Do you believe if I say that this is supposed to be a bowling alley + pool entertainment center? Looks like they are throwing a party here, where beer and chips are everywhere. If only Singapore has such services. Hah.

Our dinner for the day: pork and lamb ribs at the Hurricane Grill. Guaranteed 100% full if you managed to finish the whole stack of ribs!

The night scene of Darling Harbour

And the celebration of Darling Harbour 21st Anniversary is underway! =)

Thank you again to Joanne and Wei khoon for sparing their time to show us around the wonderful Sydney~ =)