Hari Raya 'Hari Mulia'

It is not too late to wish everyone a happy hari raya. As usual hari raya is a day to celebrate after Ramadhan. However my raya this year was not as expected because i had to celebrate Raya Eve without my other half. He had to fly to Mokpo, Korea a few days before Hari Raya.

Aside from the usual festive cakes, fizzy drinks and 'open houses' invitation, i can say that i was lacking interest in celebrating the glorious day. After going to parents' home on the first day, it took me 3 weeks after 1 Syawal to finally enjoy Raya visits when my Number 12 finally returned from abroad.

Infact first week after Raya, i opted to go for a getaway in our home soil and make myself busy with the activities the resort is offering.

But it was a sad view from the balcony..

It's that time of the year

Ramadhan 1431 is here and today is the 6th day of the fasting month. Alhamdulillah I am still here to fast and feeling relieved as i was actually looking forward for this holy month. The excitement for the coming of Ramadhan had been in my mind two weeks before it starts.

The month has this special scent in the air. That feeling of togetherness in devoting our obligations to the All Mighty and it further strengthen family ties - a time to be together for each other. As we are also encouraged to give to the needy and the poor, the month is a time to reflect on self where religious discipline reminds us that we are who we are and it serves the purpose of living in this world.

To me, it is also a time to remember our dearly departed and our role as the generation that appreciates life and what it has to offer.

From me to you - Ramadhan Kareem

Think tank the tanks

This photo of was taken by yours truly on my visit to Yosemite National Park in California, January this year.

June is mellowing down on me as i was beginning to adapt to my second job. At first it created a lot of think tank , to collectively bring myself on the reality - how to squeeze the ever-hectic schedule?

Some call it madness but i think it was more to being able to survive the challenges. I had to change my Tasek routine from morning to the afternoon. Which means that i need to rush from work and change by 4.45pm in order to complete the routine by 6pm. I have an hour rest for dinner before having to rush to Gadong for second job.

Usually ends at 2am i have about five hours sleep before waking up to a morning job.

I am beginning to adapt to this schedule each day towards July where the epitome of buzziness (to others) reached its limit - in which i was able to avoid! Hah!

I was being frank on not allowing myself to get involve with that yearly project. To be able to tell someone right on his/her face that you don't want to jump into some kind of yearly project that won't be of any benefit to you.

Call me an opportunist but..

Thanks to being bold and being Dewy....

All Smiles when Lea's Shackled

Last night was a family affair when Dahlia is now, engaged. The Family of Haji Mazidi visited Mulaut Family to discuss future prospects between the two families.. *ehem*

Haji Japar made a superb job presenting on behalf of the family and so as Hj Bakir on behalf of the visitor. I actually love witnessing their dialogue especially when Haji Japar uses interesting terms like 'Bunga', 'garan' really shows his wittiness and wisdom as an 'orang tua-tua' .. full of symbolic and metaphoric meaning, which made me and others smile throughout the event.

Cracked jokes and warmth promises closer prospects umm.. probably this December. Right Dahlia? hehe

Membuka Mulut

All smiles Enjoying the wittiness of both 'wakil'

and when they cracked jokes..

Dahlia, all smiles

Forward..

I have been attending few tests nowadays because i feel that the time is ripe to move forward and grab the opportunities where ever it lies. Opportunities are everywhere.

A few days ago, a friend of mine questioned my motive for attending those test, as if i am not 'bersyukur' and greedy. But then again his opinions are his to keep and i am not affected at all by his words.

Alhamdulillah, because i am forever grateful for what God has given me. Infact, correct me if i am wrong but religion also told us that learning is a lifelong process and improving our way of life is much encouraged.

I think it is up to oneself to make these important decision, and all i'm doing is nonetheless for my future, my family and the people close to me.

Perspective on Prospects

This photo, i took while i was in San Francisco in front of The Pink Lady (the pink house). The bus stopped just infront the house and i love these tulips.

I can say that i am a bit happy with the current situation I am in. I have lost some weight but i believe i need to lose a bit more. Working is one of my favorite routine (although tiring at times) but because by doing so, i am able to maintain (if not ease) some financial obligations and save more for more travel plans. After Los Angeles, i am beginning to love the idea of traveling to places i've never been before. To live life to the fullest with my loved ones before i can venture into more important life cycle. Life cycle? ...

Syahmi turns 5!

I need much catching up to do to 'revive' this near dead blog hehe.

But how could i not include my favourite nephews' 5th Birthday Celebration. Yes, its Syahmi - my cute cuddly nephew that i dearly love.

He's bright a kid, full of surprises and laughs a lot. I like a kid who laughs a lot cause they cheer me up. So what happen is that, his Mum and Dad invite us over our parent's residence to grace his 5th Birthday occasion.

All members of immediate family was present but i couldn't shoot all their photos, camera's acting up.

The kid of the hour with his lovely sister, Sarah

then its Food Fest, as usual but the now slimmer bestfriend decides to eat less.. so sayang hehe

bestfriend, Izyan and mom

I was searching for photos of Syahmi's Mom and Dad but realize that i have used up camera's memory. Well, congratulations anyway to Susy and Sofian for raising this cute kid.