Internet, vitamins and old friends

The past 3 days, the internet was really, really slow. It was affected due to the recent earthquake in Taiwan - which had damaged some major cables .This not only affected the internet connection and speed due to congestion but also our phones lines in the office which connects OZ and NZ to Msia.

And because of that reason too, I was not able to update my blog (what an excuse! As if I do update it daily).
During my Melaka trip recently, I bought myself a new bag...remember? Check below.
Well, its supposed to have cute butterflies on it but I guess the pic is too dark - you can't even see anything other than the brown colour of the bag.

Other than that, they are having this promo on Redoxon Vit C in Guardian. I came across it accidently. I usually don't take any vitamins but thinking of how tight my schedule is going to be starting from Jan 07, hmm.... these can act as precautionary from falling sick easily.I did take this during PPM this year, and it did helped me. With lack of sleep, training under the sun and others...I need this for support.

And tonight, without any plan, I went out for a drink with RD and AFA to catch up on things that has been happening with their lives. Remembering some good and bad days. Reminding each other of the other friends that we have - whether they still remember us or not. Checking on each other's 'goals and objectives' in life. How our circle of friends are also getting 'smaller' as years go by.

Tomorrow, I have to catch a flight to Terengganu at 7am to celebrate Raya Haji with my grandma and relatives and need to leave the house by 5.30am - but what the heck - chances of meeting old friends are something that seldom comes by. Even if that means I only have 4 hours to sleep!

p/s: And why, of all days in a year, you guys chose tomorrow to have the basketball reunion/game at the UM? Uuuwaaaaa!!! I want to go!!!

Melaka - A historical visit

I had spent Saturday, Sunday and Monday with the family....not forgetting the boys. Saturday morning, as per planned earlier, cancelled, and later re-confirmed, I joined K.Ana and family for a wedding lunch invite in Melaka. Well....somewhere near Alor Gajah - can't really remember the place. Tagging along was Alep and Hazwan.

Before I forget , as promised, these are the camp photos.

We drove 2 cars - obviously I had no chance to sleep during the journey. The first trip was to the wedding. The lunch was great. They served traditional dishes - I just had to forget about going on my diet again. With tapai and bubur pulut hitam served as the dessert, who could resist it?

Later, we stopped by at a petrol pump station to change into our casual clothes as we planned to do some sightseeing in Bandar Melaka. I know, I know, nobody goes there anymore. I wasn't that interested at first. But after driving through Jonker Street, I just can't resist to stop by and go into those shops. We made a 1 hour stop just strolling from one shop to another. It was very interesting. The designs of the shops are attractive.I also found that the souvenirs are cheap comparatively to other countries. You can't get nice cute souvenirs if you go to the UK for as low as RM3 per item!
I ended up buying a nice sling bag with butterflies on it. The lady said its the latest design. Well, I don't really care as I've fallen in love with it at first sight. We snapped some photos here and there then move on to our next destination - the A' Famosa. And kids being kids, they saw McDonalds on the way there and we ended up taking a break there. As the kids when up the hill to snap some photos, K.Ana and I found a bench just nice for us to wait for them and get some rest. Knowing myself well, looking at that moment as the opportunity to take a power nap, without wasting my time, put on my sunglasses, and doze off for maybe about 15 minutes. Don't ask me how I did it, but I just couldn't care anymore about the surroundings. Nobody knows me there and I don't think I'll be going there again in the near future. And the most important thing - I was very sleepy and I needed a nap if I were to drive back that night.

The next destination was Tanjung Kling - Lala's house. It wasn't that difficult to find it. Her mother is a great cook. We were served with mee goreng for tea and later she asked us to stay for dinner.Again!! I can't resist the food. I'm putting the blame on the Basketball camp - that initiated my appetite. Since then , I can't stop eating. yeah...yeah...excuses...
Oh ya, we also found out that Lala is the neighbour to another Srikandi who had contributed to our R2V fund. Hmm...that's another reason to visit this place again.


At last, at about 8.30pm, we started our journey back to KL. The kids were really tired and they slept most of the way back. Alhamdulillah, we all arrived safely at about 11pm.

The next day was spent by waking up late. After a late breakfast/brunch - we went to watch 'A night at the museum'. it was a great choice for them. Everybody likes the movie...
And the day ended with us celebrating Along's birthday with Mr.Liew's presence.

Oh yeah..we also sat down and had a meeting on our next training plan for next year. Talking about relaxing....I don't think such word exists anymore in our vocab once we are involved with this basketball project. Work needs to be done all year round.

I need to continue with my training plan.......

Beanies...I love 'em

Today is Friday 22/12, the last working day before Xmas celebration - as per my office. It was a havoc in the office. Not only the number of calls are high but also almost 90% of the calls are complaints. Argghhh.....but its ok, since this is the last day. We got to do what we got to do.

On another note, I managed to get all 4 TY bears from McD. Below are my cute bears:

They are actually to add up to my TY beanies collections:



I have a lot more which is at my mom's place currently. These ones are actually my favourites. I love TY beanies. They can be found everywhere on my bed. Oh..I left the cheetah out. Sorry cheetah.

Last night, I prepared my planner for January till March 2007. I can't believe that I'm actually fully booked in on all weekends for those 3 months! It really scares me off. I hope I better have the energy and a great health to go through it and to make it happen. Its definitely not for me - its for the girls. Its something that I promised them. Insya Allah.


And before things get really busy, this coming 2 weekends I'll be with my family and close friends. Tomorrow till Sunday, I might be going outstation with some friends. So, hope to get some nice shots and experience to update my blog sometime on Monday maybe. And next weekend I'm going back to Terengganu again to celebrate Hari Raya Haji.

Well, let's see how things go from here.

To all my friends who are celebrating Xmas - Merry Christmas to you guys!!

My cute niece

An unexpected achievement

Dates are important to our lives. Especially for ladies. Last week, a date came up to my mind. That particular date seems so familiar to me. It feels as if there's something important about it. I tried my very best to recall what is it related to, what history it has, whose birthday was it , or maybe I needed to do something important.

I checked my PDA a few times, trying really hard to remember - but failed. I remembered, I was lying down on the bed during break, before the next session started, staring at the ceiling, trying to recall what is it all about. But it ended up me falling asleep (that's normal for me) without getting the answer.

Then the day arrived. Early in the morning, I received an sms from somebody. Somebody whom I will not be replying any of his sms at all - due to strong reasons.

Then only I realised, that the particular date which has been haunting me for the past few days WAS supposed to be my 'anniversary' date.

And I smiled. I was happy because I totally forgot about it - and I was really happy because one year ago, when things happened, I thought that I would not be able to forget about it at all.

And that is definitely a great achievement for me.

That means ...my life has definitely move on.

C.I.N.T.A = L.O.V.E

As promised Along and Sofia, we went and watched 'Cinta' today with Abang and Qassim. As per Hana's feedback, and some other's that I read from my friends' blogs, it is kind of good. Anyways,even without their feedbacks, I would definitely still go for it as I wanted to see our Datuk Rahim Razali acting.

The whole movie consists of 5 different stories about love between siblings, husband and wife, a nice old couple who doesn't know each other, 2 strangers who are in a different status and didn't expect it to happen and a friend whom just meant to help out the other person who was in trouble. Well, other than that, it also covers love and caringness between a child and parent, neighbours, office colleagues and us , as Malaysians. I love the places where the scenes were taken. It provides a strong, malaysian feel.

And those stories, are true stories. It is happening in our real life, among us.

Its tough when we fall in love with people who has alzheimer - we love them so much that we have to put ourselves in their life so that we would not be forgotten everytime.

Its not easy to fall in love with a married man who portrays a happy, perfect life with his family.We will always be a part of his secret life, and he can just come and go anytime he likes.

Its taken for granted when a perfect couple-a good looking husband with a beautiful wife and a perfect child, and suddenly love seems to be missing from one party, which hurts the rest deeply.

Its difficult when our own siblings do not understand each other and because of our own problems, we compare it with our siblings situation and trying to judge it the same way.

Its amazing what friends and neighbours can do and treat us to show us how much they care.Sometimes we can't see it in a glance.


I love my gals - they provided me strength to proceed with life and teaches me new things in life.
I love the boys - they made me laugh when I'm down and miserable
I love K.Ana and her family - she made me part of her family
I love my colleagues - they fill up my time and makes the worst jokes ever
I love my friends - they've provided me with a shoulder to cry on
I love my relatives - they still treat me as if I'm a young kid
I love my mom, sist and bro- they will always be there for me.Always.
I love Allah - He,has always, provided me with the feeling of being able to love.

I have all the love in the world except one. Well, nothing is perfect in this world. I can't have everything that I want. I just have to remember that.

But, maybe, one day.

The journey

These photos were taken on my journey to Terengganu. The other girl whom I picked up in Kajang to accompany me, was fast asleep 3/4 way of the journey.So, armed with my old but useful Minolta, I took some shots.

I don't know why, I just love the sky. Left at 6am from KL.....these will be the 1st part of the photos.

M.I.A for a week

NO...I did not go on M.I.A for a week. I was just away from any internet connection during that time:- from Saturday last week till yesterday.

For the whole week,I was in Terengganu, involved with the R2V basketball intensive camp there.Our very first intensive camp training for season 2007. Well, as usual, it was tiring. But this time, it was even more tiring then the previous ones that we had organised. I don't know why. Hmm....I guess I'm still in denial about age catching up. But, how could I even think of that? Looking at how strong Mr.Liew was, standing at the court, from start till end of sessions, 2 training sessions a day, for about 2 1/2 hours per session, it looks as if he had no issues at all. Most of the time , in the hot sun. We could all see that his shirt was really wet because of the sweat. And mind you, this guy, is already 60 years old.

Everyday, he stood there, as strong as an ox, coaching the children. Not only that, everytime at the end of each sessions in the afternoon, they will have friendly matches. And everyday, he played with the teams. He amazes me.
Even the other coaches who are 20 years younger than him can't even cope up with him.

Overall, the camp was excellent. Other than basketball training, the boys and girls had to attend classes by us or their seniors. As usual, I had to handle the English classes. And it did gave me some sweet and funny memories handling the children. Some of them are even notorious, but yet love the attention and to be pampered. They can make you angry and also make you laugh at the same time.

The camp ended today morning, with sweet memories in Terengganu. I've learned new things about the kids. And I believe they did too. Especially the form 5. I could only offer advice and guidance, but soon, they will be out in the real world on their own. It depends on them whether to remember it or not.I can just hope for the best.

I will put up some photos soon.

I'm fragile

I didn't know that I am very fragile until two days ago.
I was thinking about the dream I had, numerously, and missing 'it' so much, until it affects my health.

I forgot that I have asthma.
I forgot that when my mind is unstable, it caused my body to be weak.
I forgot that once my body is weak, I can easily get cold and cough.
I forgot that once I have cold and cough, I'll get asthma.
And one thing I never forget,
Is how bad I will be when I fall sick.
Its really bad....

And this coming week, I've got to be with the girls for the basketball camp.
I hope I'm strong enough to coach them.

Argghhh......this is when I'm hoping there is somebody there, beside me, to give me strength, to go on and make me feel better.

Unfortunately....

currently,

nobody can do that for me.

On Tuesday night, we went for a dinner at Chillie's BSC.its just an informal, dinner organised for our Office Manager's visit from the UK. It was nice. The company was great and definitely crazy. Other than the good food and dessert, we totally had fun.

We had this for dessert. It was really, really good - DO NOT even mention about dieting, ok!

Other than that, our office organised a 'Secret Santa' gift exchange thingy. And guess what? This was what I received. A can of Famous Amos cookies.Hmm...yummy.... I was totally delighted! Thank you to whom ever who gave me this. However, there is a big question......it was wrapped in a heart shaped design wrapper instead of Xmas wrapper. So, I posted a question to my officemates - is it for Xmas or is this person has fallen in love with me? (just joking....)

Dreams

I don't dream that often. I don't know why. When I put my head on the pillow, I will straight away fall to deep sleep and only dream maybe...I can say...about 3 or 4 times in a year.

But last weekend....from Friday till Monday.....I felt I was in a continous dream for that 4 days.
A dream which I've wanted for so long.
A dream which, previously I can just dream to dream.
A dream which will be part of my sweetest memories my whole life.

The sad part is....
The dream had ended

And now,
I'm in the real world again.

How I wish I could turn back the time,
How I wish the dream comes true,
I have a strong feeling,
That dream will stay as a dream.