Mungkin - Anuar Zain

7-months have gone

Yesterday, 26th Dec 2009 was exactly 7 months my dear mom p.away.

I terribly miss her - just couldn't help it. Though my love ones is around, it doesn't help. My missing her drive me crazy. How i wish she is here by my side, talking to me, laughing with me..but that are just a dream which will never come true.

Mom... I miss u so much!

May your soul rest in peace..

Al-fatiha

Corporate Culture

Received this from my friend and thought i should share with you readers.. This is indeed hilarious - a corporate culture that translated in a funny way!



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And this is what those words on 'Annual Performance Review' really mean:

1. Outgoing personality: always going out of the office
2. Great presentation skills: able to bullshit
3. Good communication skills: spends lots of time on the phone
4. Work is first priority: too ugly to get a date
5. Active socially: drinks a lot
6. Independent worker: nobody knows what she/he does
7. Quick thinking: offer plausible excuses
8. Careful thinker: won't make a decision
9. Uses logic on difficult jobs: gets someone else to do it
10. Expresses themselve well: speaks english
11. Meticulous attention to detail: a nit picker
12. Has leadership qualities: is tall or has a louder voice
13. Exceptionally good judgement: lucky
14. Keen sense of humour: knows a lot of dirty jokes
15. Career minded: back stabber
16. Loyal: can't get job anywhere else
17. Plans for promotion/ advancement: buy drinks for all the boys
18. Of great value to the organization: gets to work on time
19. Relaxed attitude: sleeps at desk

Ha..ha.. its very funny...

Miss U so Much

I miss her..I miss her so much, miss kissing her, miss talking to her.. Its this lady who has raised me up and turn me to who I am today.. Mom..at this point of time, I deeply miss you. How I wish you are still here so that I could kiss you, hug you, talk to you, tell you what I have been facing, doing, eating etc..

Mom.. I miss everything about you..

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G O O D B Y E
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Mamma
You gave life to me
Turned a baby into a lady

And mamma
All you had to offer
Was the promise of a lifetime of love

Now I know
There is no other
Love like a mother's love for her child

And I know
A love so complete
Someday must leave
Must say goodbye

Goodbye's the saddest word I'll ever hear
Goodbye's the last time I will hold you near
Someday you'll say that word and I will cry
It'll break my heart to hear you say goodbye

Mamma
You gave love to me
Turned a young one into a woman

And mamma
All I ever needed
Was a guarantee of you loving me

'Cause I know
There is no other
Love like a mother's love for her child

And it hurts so
That something so strong
Someday will be gone, must say goodbye

Goodbye's the saddest word I'll ever hear
Goodbye's the last time I will hold you near
Someday you'll say that word and I will cry
It'll break my heart to hear you say goodbye

But the love you give will always live
You'll always be there every time I fall
You offered me the greatest love of all
You take my weakness and you make me strong
And I will always love you 'till forever comes

And when you need me
I'll be there for you always
I'll be there your whole life through
I'll be there this I promise you, mamma

I'll be your beacon through the darkest nights
I'll be the wings that guide your broken flight
I'll be your shelter through the raging storm
And I will love you 'till forever comes

Goodbye's the saddest word I'll ever hear
Goodbye's the last time I will hold you near
Someday you'll say that word and I will cry
It'll break my heart to hear you say goodbye

'Till we meet again...
Until then...
Goodbye

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Mom..Al-fatiha to you.. may your soul rest in peace.. Amen.

Plan

Listening to the song – already gone – makes me realize that not all plans turn out to be as what being planned. There are ups and downs while we cruise our journey of life – and plans are what we have to face and overcome all the situations we are and will be facing.

Always have a backup plan to cover those that do not turn out as planned. If the back up also turn out to be sour.. then you just have to accept it - as that is meant to be your fate. After all, we, human can only plan.. the Man up there is the one who has all the right whether to consent or otherwise..

Someone told me before: live for today and don’t think or make plan for tomorrow as you wouldn’t know if you still can see tomorrow. I totally disagree with this saying - as if you do not have an ambition, but looking back and analyze it.. there is a logic in ‘we wouldn’t know if we still can see tomorrow’. But again.. to me, we must have plan… plan for our life, our future… doesn’t that suppose to be?? Even a company has its plan – short term, long term… interesting huh??

Lets think about it..

Here is what the 'already gone' all about..

Remember all the things we wanted
Now all our memories, they're haunted
We were always meant to say goodbye
Even with our fists held high
It never would have work out right, yeah
We were never meant for do or die
I didn't want us to burn out
I didn't come here to hurt you now I can't stop

I want you to know
That it doesn't matter
Where we take this road
But someone's gotta go
And I want you to know
You could not loved me better
But I want you to move on
So I'm already gone

Looking at you makes it harder
But I know that you'll find another
That doesn't always make you wanna cry
It started with the perfect kiss then
We could feel the poison set in
"Perfect" couldn't keep this love alive
You know that I love you so
I love you enough to let you go

You can't make it feel right
When you know that it's wrong
I'm already gone, already gone
There's no moving on
So I'm already gone
Ahhh already gone, already gone, already gone
Ahhh already gone, already gone, already gone

Remember all the tings we wanted
Now all our memories, they're haunted
We were always meant to say goodbye

You can't make it feel right
When you know that it's wrong
I'm already gone, already gone
There's no moving on
So I'm already gone

An Evening to Remember

It has been a long time since my first write up about my campus life.. The recent fasting month - Sept 11th 2009 - we have organized a get together 'buka puasa' and here are some of the captures I'd like to share with you readers..







Though not all of them attended the gathering but it turned out to be an interesting evening - especially the appearance of Batrisya a.k.a Tisya (Raphy Radzi's daughter).

Some of them have suggested that to make this gathering a yearly event which I totally agreed..

Till we meet again next year my friends...

A Walk of Life

Today, while having my dinner, I saw an old couple walking pass by - holding hands. I hardly see Malaysian at that age having this attitude - holding hands, and I really admire couples who still holding each other hands especially old couples.

It suddenly struck into my mind...will I experience that situation? How I wish I could but considering where I am now, I doubt I can go through that sweet experience...

Hmm...only God knows what my destiny would be...

T E M A N

HAR..a special friend that I have known for more than three years. I enjoy every conversation we had. We are frequently communicate lately and am comfortable talking to Har..I can share almost everything with Har.

One thing for sure, I know I can always count on Har and Har indeed..my shoulder to cry on..Thanks Har for being there whenever I need someone to talk to..

Har had dedicated the following song to me.. Have listened and keep on listening to it, but still could not figure out what exactly the message Har tries to convey to me..I wish I could read Har's mind..

Whatever it is, i enjoy listening to this song..Thank you Har..

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T E M A N
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Sejak mula pertemuan itu
Hati melonjak terkenangkanmu
Tiap detik ku mengharapkan
Panggilan rindu mu sayang

Apa kau rasa yang ku rasakan
Mungkin ini satu permulaan
Biarlah mawar terus bersemi
Mekar harum mewangi

Tak ku menduga
Cinta yang ku cari selama ini
Dikaburi wajah-wajah yang tiada ertinya sayang
Hadir di sisi
Tanpa harap belas dan perhatian
Namun kau pasti hadir di situ
Saat ku perlukan

Jangan hirau cerca dan hinaan
Kita teman yang tak sehaluan
Butir kasih dan keikhlasan
Mengikat hatimu hatiku

Apa kau rasa yang ku rasakan
Mungkin ini satu permulaan
Biarlah mawar terus bersemi
Mekar harum mewangi

Tak ku menduga
Cinta yang ku cari selama ini
Dikaburi wajah-wajah yang tiada ertinya sayang
Hadir di sisi
Tanpa harap belas dan perhatian
Namun kau pasti hadir di situ
Saat ku perlukan
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Today in History

Today in history...
I am finally going to sit for my final exam - scheduled for 29th July 2009 - after 3 years... I have no strength to fight anymore... I just couldn't be bothered about the result... Am so tired of it... Afterall, my carry marks have achieved 50 and above..

I do hope I can attempt to all questions and managed to go through all of them.

Cant imagine how life gonna be after this.. no more evening classes, no more assignments..

These three years have thought me a lot..not only the knowledge but about life as well.. I am greatful to have signed up for this program.. otherwise I would have waste my three years doing nothing.

I'd like to thank these people who have encouraged me to sign up for this program... my colleague Nava and my CEO Rohan.. Thank you guys..

And not to forget those who have given me courage and strength to stay till the end.. Regrettably, my beloved mom is not around to share this joy.. I believe she is also happy out there.. Would also like to thank her so much for her blessing, especially during exams.. Thanks mom..your blessings put me where i am today.

To all my lecturers... thanks a lot for the courage and knowledge you have given.. I appreciate it very much. Here are my lecturers who I respect and thankful for everything they have thought me - Cik Syarifah, Cik Emy Ezura, Tuan Haji Romle, Sir Hillal, Cik Hardayana, Dr. Zaharuddin, Ustaz Kamaruddin, En Wan Salleh, Dr. Nurhizam, En Azmi, En Amin, Cik Rokiah, Cik Watie, En Arman, En Shamshinoor, Madam Zuhaida, Madam Jasmani, Madam Madiha, Madam Adyani, En Raphy, Madam Mastura, Madam Nadia, Ms Alicia, Madam Wan Suria, Mr. Aravindan, Madam Che Fuziah, Madam Suraya, Cik Siti Hasnah and those few I can't remember (am sorry)..

In the Loving Memory of my Mom

At this point of time, I suddenly start to think of my mom... What I need the most now is her blessing. I've been missing her blessing for almost 2 months.
Not only her blessing, I miss her, miss talking to her. I miss my monthly visiting her, driving her to the town to shop for her grocery.

Mom.. I luv u and at this moment I miss you so much..

Next week I will sit for my final exam..and this make me miss you more.. I used to call you and ask you to pray and recite for me so that I can get through the exam with flying colours but not anymore now...I miss all those moments.

Mom..I know you are surrounding me, you are seeing what have I been through all this while. I always believe that eventhough we are not in the same world, you still pray for me, you still give me your bless..i believe that.. and that makes me keep up with my life..

Mom..may your soul rest in peace..I luv u.

My Sweet Little One - Update 4

After being quiet for sometimes on this matter, today I decide to update readers with the news of my little one...
They have grown up and unbelieveable...still sweet as before... especially my baby, Moris.
They are dear to me though we are far apart... luv you so much my baby...i miss you..
Hope to see you next year...papa mentioned that he'll travel to this part of the world next year...i look forward to seeing you my baby, both of you...

My Final Moment with her - MOM... I Luv You

The most unwanted moment finally come…
Tuesday, 26th May 2009 at 5.46pm, the doctor pronounced the demise of my mom. I broke down but I have to accept it. Myself and my close sister were there when she exhale her last breath.

That day, I plan to look after her. I was on leave, drive down to the hospital and arrive during visiting hour. When I arrive, she didn’t open her eyes – I take it as she is too tired to open her eyes.

When I was alone with her, I whisper to her:
Not to hold back anything… if the time comes, just leave behind all her worries and go in peace as we somehow will manage.
Whilst my part as a daughter, I seek her forgiveness, I seek her willingness to ‘halalkan’ especially her milk, her time, her advice and ‘everything’ given while raising me.

Around half past two, my sister and few nurses help to clean my mom, change her bed sheet, and her hospital gown. I put some talcum powder on her body, her face, her arms as I want her to smell good when we and the visitor (if any) want to kiss her.

At 3pm the nurse wants to feed her with milk, but first drains out the indigested milk, clean the tube and fill in with the new milk. Somehow the milk doesn’t flow into the tube. My sister told me that it is blocked and looks like she doesn’t want to accept anything. The doctor suggests waiting for the next feeding time to see if it still block, then they will remove the tube from the nostril and inserting it from other part of the body. At the same time the doctor did mention that her heartbeat is getting weak. I start to recite a verse from the Quran whilst my sister starts whispering a verse to her. The nurses are there to observe her. Her pulse is getting weaker. I start calling all my sisters to rush to the hospital. The nurses keep on checking her heartbeat and around 4.45pm one of them mentioned that she could not hear her heartbeat anymore. She is not in the state to confirm it and waiting for the doctor to do so. Dr. Khairil Idham comes and checks her heartbeat and confirms that he could not hear it any longer. That time I breakdown but then I realize I can’t afford to react so as when I whispered to my mom earlier, I told her that I accept whatever news that comes and I am ready for it.

Two of my sisters arrived and could not accept the fact that my mom is gone. Another sister was on her way and I told her not to come, just wait for the remains to arrive (the remains is brought back to Melaka).

The specialist comes and asks me if he can pronounce the death of my mom. I ask his last check on her before he can pronounce as from the machine I can see that the line doesn’t show a straight line – he explains to me the reason; and finally, at 5.46pm he pronounce the death of my mom.

I was so sad, was so terrified but I try to control. I keep on telling myself that I am ready for this and I believe that crying will make the situation worse and my mom soul will not rest in peace.

That evening, I drive back to KL to fetch my niece and nephew; and pack my things. After all done, I drive back to Melaka and arrive around half past twelve. I recite a verse, fell asleep, wake up, recite and continue till morning.

Around 9.30am, the ‘bilal’ starts to bath my mom, I help to bath her for the last time. With tears, I bath her – never in my life I bath her as all these while she is fit and never at all she fell so sick that requires assistance to do anything.

I help out to wrap her body and when time to kiss and say goodbye for the last time comes, we take turn to do so. I am the fifth and the last person to bid farewell before they wrap her body totally – tears keep on falling on my face and I will never forget this moment.

I follow the remains to the graveyard and for the last time (for the sake of my mom) I help out the gentlemen to bury the remains. They were asking me to move from there and I refuse to – my doing so is because my mom doesn’t have a son to bury her and during her alive, she knows that I can be relied on. (She did mention that I am her daughter that she can count on in any situation and that, I assume she loves me more than the rest (I guess) despite I’m being the youngest). To payback her love, her sacrifice and everything… I choose to help the gentlemen to bury her.

I did visit her grave every morning before I leave for KL on Saturday. During my stay there, I visit few of the people who know her and told them about the demise of my mom and they just don’t believe it as they never hear my late mom fall sick or anything. They were shocked with the news.

Few of my friends visited me during the funeral – my friends from TI: Earrine and Affendy; and from UUM: Abang Zam and Juliena. Thanks for coming all the way from KL, I appreciate it very much.

I take this opportunity to extend my special thanks to all the well wishers - my CEO, my office colleagues, my UUM friends and my TI friends and the few selected person dear to me especially Pak Engku; to Pak Engku, thanks for being there for me and your never ending courage, advise and concern towards me, I appreciate it very much.

Tribute:
To my late mom… maybe I seldom say this to you but the truth… I luv you so much, I appreciate and thankful to you for having raise me, give me the education, thought me everything about life and the most important thing… bless me in everything I do. I’m gonna miss your bless and this makes me miss you my entire life. I remember you did tell us that a person, no matter how rich she/he is but if she/he doesn’t have a mother, she/he will be the poorest person in the world and today I am one of them and understand what you meant.

I find this song very much relates to my relationship with my mom – Mama by Spice Girl

She used to be my only enemy and never let me be free
Catching me in places that I knew I shouldn’t be
Every other day I crossed the line I didn’t mean to be so bad
I never thought you would become the friend I never had

Back then I didn’t know why
Why you were misunderstood
So now I see through your eyes
All that you did was love

Mama, I love you. Mama, I care
Mama, I love you. Mama, my friend… you’re my friend

I didn’t want to hear it then but I’m not ashamed to say it now
Every little thing you said and did was right for me
I had a lot to think about, about the way I used to be
Never had a sense of my responsibility

Back then I didn’t know why
Why you were misunderstood
So now I see through your eyes
All that you did was love

Mama, I love you. Mama, I care
Mama, I love you. Mama, my friend… you’re my friend

But now I’m sure I know why
Why you were misunderstood
So now I see through your eyes
All I can give you is love

Mama, I love you. Mama, I care
Mama, I love you. Mama, my friend… you’re my friend
Mama, I love you. Mama, I care
Mama, I love you. Mama, my friend… you’re my friend

In the Memory of My MOM

Recently I was shocked that my mom is diagnosed with cancer – ovary cancer. The doctor estimates that her chances for survival after an ops are another 21 months that is 1 year and 9 months.

Before the doctor confirms that she has an ovary cancer, I have already expected it to be the same as her siblings were past away because of cancer (breast, ovary, colon). I wasn’t aware that my sisters didn’t know about it.

My mom is now warded in a hospital and day by day her condition is deteriorating. The doctors (from three hospitals) do not want to take the chance to operate her due to the fact that the cancer has spread to her intestine (colon). The doctor from one of the hospital finally mentioned that they can do the ops but a minor one – remove the cancer cell partially as to remove all the cell will take a longer time and my mom just don’t have the strength to go through that long hours of ops. The doctor further mention that even to remove the cell partially, they are uncertain if my mom will conscious after the ops. The possibility of her going into coma is there. We are at dead end as we just do not know which one to go for – continue with the ops or not doing it at all.

Currently my mom is on a respiratory machine (oxygen mask) to assist her breathing smoothly otherwise she will having difficulty to breath. Whilst for the liquid that keep on producing from we even do not know where, the doctor taps it once every 2 to 3 days.

I did look after her once when she still able to talk, walk while in the hospital but the next day I became weak – I had bad cough, I had eyesore and nearly five days I did not visit her in the hospital. Yesterday (with the cough still around) I visited her as the doctor had advised to call all the daughters to be around. I can see my mom suffer and I just could not take it. With my classes and upcoming tests, exams, I can’t afford to be there all the time – I know that I am bad but I believe she understands my situation as she did tell me (during the day I look after her) to give priority to my work and studies. She knows what I am going through currently especially my work.

I am just afraid and I don’t know how to face the situation if things turn out to be… I am just not ready for that situation. I still need her blessing…and because of her blessing I am what I am today. I still remember she pass a comment to my niece… “look at your auntie, until today she still ask for my blessing in everything she does. It is not that she doesn’t know how to do the work but she just needs the courage and blessings”. I know she appreciate my asking for blessing as at this age I still turn to her for that piece of blessing.

Mom… I am sorry and please forgive me if I ever hurt you in the past (I know I did) and at present. I know I am not a good person but as a daughter I hope I have made you proud a bit (if not much). One thing that I just can’t fulfill your dream is marriage – I am sorry. I hope you understand the reason (which I know you did).

Pic courtesy of shannonthompson.blogspot.com

Are You The One?

To the person I luv out there,

I dedicate this song to you.
The truth… right now I don’t know if I really luv u.. I am confused.
I am not sure if you are the right one for me.

How I wish I don’t have this kind of feeling, this unpleasant feeling.
Am I bad for having this feeling towards you?
I know that this song is really contradicting with what I write here but..
I hope this way could make me realize and remind me

That you are created for me…if ever you are the right person for me..

M Y L O V E

My love, we have seen it all

The Endless confession, the rise and fall

As fragile as a child

Lately I'm sorry I can't hold a smile

But I stand tall to get by

No matter how hard I try to hide

Did you know I take the time for you

Did you know that I could see you through

Did you know that I would play the part

I must've made it clear right from the start

My love, can you give me strength

Somehow I forgot how to ease my pain

I know I'm right where I belong

Something from nothing never proved me wrong

But I stand tall to get by

No matter how hard I try to hide

Did you know I take the time for you

Did you know that I would see you through

Did you know that I would play the part

I must've made it clear right from the start

I would shade my whole life with you

Would you do the same for me

I would give all I am to youWould you do the same for me

And I will stand tall to get by

No matter how hard I try to hide

Could you see I've been brave

Did you notice all my mistakes

There were times I could feel you read my mind

Did you know I take the time for you

Did you know that I would see you through

Did you know that I would play the part

I know I made it clear right from the start

Another Chapter of Life

Its been more than a month since my last post in December.


First of all allow me to wish Happy New Year 2009 to all readers. May this year be blessed with happiness, peaceful, prosperous and above all.. good health.


Recently, I turned mid 30s - wow! what a long journey of life I have been through. Looking back at what I have done to myself the last one year... gosh! nothing much - what a waste of time!

Have tried to fulfill my life with something that is more meaningful but always fail.. Reason I always use is nothing else but.. time constrain..


Come to think of it, everybody are getting the same 24-hours a day but why am I using this as a big ticket to escape?? I myself know the answer.. mis-management of time.. but still, as a human, I never want to admit my weaknesses.

With the change of number in my age, I do hope that I become wiser, good in managing time and above all be grateful on what have been given by Allah the almighty. Amen!

Mumbai's Attack

The recent Mumbai attacked was a tragedy to us – the Hannover Re staff. A day before the tragedy, three of my colleagues were flown into Mumbai for a meeting – 1 local, 2 Germans.

Thursday morning (27th Nov), my colleague called and informed about the incident and they are staying exactly at the under siege hotel – The Taj Mahal.

Friday, 28th Nov: When I came in my colleagues mentioned that the 2 Germans are contactable. 1 of them will be flying out to Germany and another back to KL but still no news of Hema – the local.

Her husband flies into Mumbai with a hope he can locate her. From time to time Hema’s boss contacting her husband.

Saturday, 29th Nov: Still no news of her… Later close to midnight, her department colleague text me… Her husband finally found her… He recognize her through her heart patient chain she wore, her body nearly burnt and that’s the reason the husband couldn’t recognize her… I was terribly sorry over the news and inform some of my colleagues about it…

Her body will be flown to KL and arrive on Monday morning. The funeral will take place on Tuesday – waiting for her children who study abroad to come back. I’ll be going for the funeral tomorrow and hope I will not breakdown and cry…

To Hema, may your soul rest in peace... and to the rest of the victim. Amen.

An Experience I'll Never Forget

Recently I was diagnosed with endometriosis – a kind of fibroid. The gynaecologist also found cyst on my right ovary and he informed that there are few options I can choose from to tackle this illness – pills, jap or surgery. Having discussed this with my boss, I choose to go for surgery. The date is fixed 3-weeks later that is on 4th November 2008. During that period I was so tensed, so worried and I lost quite a number of weight.

Tuesday, 4th Nov: Finally, the day shows its face. I was alone registering myself to the hospital – none of my family were told (I just don’t want them to worry) and the worst part, the person who I can rely was abroad. Around 2pm, the nurses start to take blood, get me change to the surgery gown and etc. This is a painful experience to me as I never get any jap after my primary 6, no one is there with me – I felt a bit sad but I choose it to be like that.

When the anaesthetist comes, he put me to unconscious and takes me to the operating theatre. There onwards I don’t know what happen until around six I was waken up by the doctor and they took me to the ward- room 603. I was not fully conscious and when one of my colleague came, I still drowsy. That night, until the day I was discharged, the doctor and nurses never stop looking after me, giving medicine, take blood pressure count, etc..etc..

Wednesday, 5th Nov: in the morning, the nurses help to clean my body. I was still weak, I can’t move and I was on the urine tube, blood tube and on soluble diet. During the day, my colleagues came and visit me. I was still weak that time. The person I can rely came and visit me the same evening (he came back one day earlier due to an urgent meeting he has to attend). Another colleague of mine from the same department came and visit me along with his girlfriend that evening.

Thursday, 6th Nov: still on tube, I can’t move. Life is so bored.

Friday, 7th Nov: that person come and visits me again – today is his birthday. Unfortunately, I can’t celebrate his birthday due to my condition but I make it a point that when I recover, I’ll make up that missing moment. Having chat for quite sometimes, he finally makes a move…

I am supposed to check out on Saturday but I had slight fever today afternoon and my gynae doesn’t allow me. He further convince that I can’t check out when he learn that I am going to be alone at home. This make me sick and I couldn’t take it anymore – staying further in the hospital can make me crazy - I was crying and crying.

Saturday, 8th Nov: called my boss and update him on my progress. He is unable to visit me as he is having fever. My colleague visits me again in the morning. He stays for sometimes and the same night my uni-mate visit me with her mother and sister – am surprised but happy that she turns up. They are nice people… they are willing to send me home (all the way from Damansara) if no one help me when I check out.

Sunday, 9th Nov: finally I can check out. The person I can rely suppose to fetch me but he has to attend to something in the morning therefore unable to do so. I call my colleague and he fetches me. Around 11 he arrive and finally, I am free from the hospital… Drop by the office for a while to take my books, my boss is there and he does everything for me - carry books, open the door, send me down…

I will be on medical leave until the 3rd Dec, stay all alone at home… Hopefully, I’ll recover faster and that I am mobile to go here and there especially to my exam which starts from 19th Nov.

Just hope for the best out of this faith…. and to my friends who all these while give me courage, thanks a lot - I appreciate it very much.

Yogyakarta

I was in Yogyakarta for a holiday with my sister end of July. We visited two cities i.e. Yogya and Solo. Was so excited over the trip as this is the first time we are travelling together.

The hotel we are staying is so..so.. only. Wanted to go for the high end but the lower category rooms are fully booked. Somehow, I managed to secure hotel that is closed to Malioboro street.

The first day, we visit the palace, taman sari and the famous Borobudur - nothing to shout about as it is not as great as the Angkor Watt. Did visit the mount merapi Kaliurang the same evening – can still smell the sulphur.

The next day, we are off to Solo. We take train and the fare is so damn cheap – only IDR 7,000 per trip. The train is like our LRT.

I don’t know why.. I am so lazy to visit interesting places in Solo. Just walk around the bazaar, don’t buy anything here, whilst my sis is pampering herself in the saloon. Suppose to stay two nights but changed my mind as I want to watch the Ramayana Dance Theatre in Prambanan.

We had our lunch at one of the local stall – bakso… wow, its so tasty. Whilst for dinner, we have nasi padang….

The next day, I went back to Yogya… take afternoon train.. so packed. Arrive Yogya, purchase the theatre ticket. Tonight, we gonna watch the theatre. Having watched… its ok la… something different.

Sunday… is a shopping day. I walk along the Malioboro street from one shop to another. Managed to buy 2 pairs of kebaya for myself, 1 pair for my uni-mate, 2 sarongs for my sis and 1 pair of batik for my mum. Not to mention, souvenirs for my boss and my friend, Faisal.

The last night we are in Yogya, we go to Café Vie-vie – recommended by my friends but unfortunately it is so packed. We ended up having our dinner at one of the restaurant close by Vie-vie.

It’s quite an interesting trip though I don’t really do what I want to.. watching sunrise/sunset at the Borobudur..

Here are some pictures taken whilst we were there…

The Entrance of Taman Sari

In the compound of the Palace

In front of the Hall at the Palace

The Borobudur

Myself at one of the level at Borobudur

The main stupa surrounded by the small stupas

The Kaliurang Mount Merapi

The local (short distance) train to Solo

My Sweet Little One - Update 3

Hi... its my kids turn....

Received the following pictures last Saturday. Moris fell down and hurt his front tooth - it has turned gray now. He has grown up and he is a big boy already. Sometimes he just being naughty and tease Roman until he cries - poor my little baby.

They might be coming to KL next year - I can't wait to see them. Miss you boys... with lots of luv..

Moris and Roman

Look at this naughty boy..

Why my darling, who has teased you???

My sweet baby... like little cat just finished the milk

First look, people must be saying this kid is a girl... so sweet...

Here is my macho man...

My sweet baby....

These pictures were taken when they were in Boston.

Euro 2008

Euro 2008 .... Welcome.

Have the chance to watch Euro 2008. My favourite team.. Germany beat Poland 2-nil during the first opening - thanks to Lukas Podolski who scored these goals for the team.... keep it up man!.

The German team

The second game, Germany meets Croatia. Sad that they lost this game 2-1 (also scored by Lukas). I didn't manage to watch the first 70 minutes of the game. By the time I watch, the score already 2-0. Was wondering why Miroslav Klose didn't show his strength this time... I admire this player (who is with the Bayern Munich team back in Germany) the first time I watch WC 2002. Just couldn't remember the match against which country but they scored 8 goals for that game and Miroslav scored the most goals. Since then, I follow the development of this team (only if I have time). The last WC 2006, I was again frustrated as they were only managed to get the third place - lost to Italy during the last minutes of the game in the semi final...uhuk..uhuk...

Miroslave KLOSE with J.Kleinsmann

Germany won over Austria by 1-nil and it was scored by Michael Ballack... Now they move on and will meet the Portugal. They've won this game at a score of 3-2 (scored by Schweinsteiger, Klose and Ballack) that qualify them (the first team) to the semi final.. hurrayyyyy...

Yesterday, the Croat was defeated by the Turks by 3-1 (over penalty after a draw of 1-1). This means, my favourite team will meet the Turks... Gosh! hopefully they can manage to go for the finale...


Finally, the semis come. Germany is meeting the Turks. Yahooooo.... they won 3-2 and yes, the Germans are going for the finale... against???? Another teams in the semis are Russia and Spain. Didn't watch this game - the result.... Spain move on to final.

This morning, I woke up to watch my favourite team play against Spain. Somehow... they don't play well, as if no spirit to win... gosh.... what happen to you guys????? where are my heroes all??? With no winning spirit, they lost to Spain 1-0. I was so frustrated. Well, its a tradition of a game there is win and lose... we have to accept it... :-(
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