hello there..blog!

It's been awhile..I know.
Life has been so hectic, one can only imagine. With my new school just opened the past 2 months, there were several days I was on a 7am-7pm shift. Now, things are starting to get adjusted,but still quite hectic. By the time I get home, I am in my mommy mode of looking after mateen & doing house chores. Thus, spare time for blogging is totally out of the picture! But I do miss blogging. Sigh..

A lot has happend of course.. Mateen being admitted in the hospital due to food poisoning on my birthday, celebrating Mateen's first raya, first Birthday party and 2nd Deepavali.. I wish time is on my side to update the meaningful events. Well, God knows when my next spare time will be. Here are some of the pics taken during those events.

Also, Salam Aidiladha. I will be my (and mateen's) celebrating raya haji in KB. Have a great one peps!

RIP Hian Kwang

Last Monday, I got a shocking news from Chia Yee about the loss of my dear high-school friend, Hian Kwang. He was only 28 years old.

He has been suffering from a brain tumor since last year. Ironically, he was at the midst of becoming a neurosurgeon. I remembered signing a "Get well soon" card for him during Mateen's aqiqah, and upon receiving he gave an email saying "Thank you Helena & Mateen".

I've known in way back in 1996, during my PBSM days. We got closer in 1997, becoming really active members, and in 1998, we were both elected in the committee, me as vice & him as president. Over the years until 2000, we both worked our sweat off for the unit, PBSM SL(Y)180. The ups, the downs, the dramas.. we completed most of our courses and even got the opportunity to go to Japan for exchanged program. For me, he was not only a good leader, but a good friend indeed. We too share our love for music (he's good in guitar & drums), and of course, hanging out at one utama was a usual thing back in those days.

Fast forward post high school, we didn't see each other at all. I knew he was in NZ, and he knew I was in Aussie. It wasn't until in 2007, when he was back in KL for a short trip that him, yit hui & I decided to meet up at Ismail Mamak, TTDI.I remembered clearly he wanted me & yit to visit him in NZ, and he wanted to bring us in his plane (he's learnt how to fly too). The three of us also talked about the good ol' high school memories, and how our lives have changed. Little did I know that was my last time meeting him.

Hian Kwang, you are one unique individual who has lived your life to the fullest. May you rest in peace, and you are now free to 'fly' in the heavens above. You are deeply missed. Take care my friend..May God Bless.. Your memories & friendship will be cherished.

RIP Yeoh Hian Kwang
28 November 1982- 21 August 2011

my fellow teachers

This is my first time blogging from my phone.. lets see how it goes..

Today was an interesting day. The morning started off with the big boss giving prep talk to the infant teachers. I arrive slightly late than her, I felt the guilt of not arriving on time.

Halfway thru her talk- she made announcement bout the change.. I am appointed as the new infant principal. and the response? The teachers were delighted and even gave an applause.. I was so overwhealmed.. :-)

After her talk and assigning the teachers their duties..I headed off to meet the toddler n kindi teachers who are getting their new letter offer, with positions of lead teacher, class teacher & assistant teachers with their new salary & allocated shifts.

Overall, most of them were happy with their LOs. The lead teachers were very satisfied with their new pay. One class teacher was very happy, especially when the new salary will be in on his birthday. It was a great feeling looking at their happy reactions & smiling faces.

iiBut..one particular teacher didn't get the class teacher position due to the full quota. He's a good teacher, but I just couldn't give him that post. And he as really upset...

I felt terrible after he left the room. I then begin 2 realized, although majority are satisfied, but you can't never please everyone.

Somehow, luck was on his side, the management gave him that position. Fyuhh,what a relief!

So today, I've learnt a lot from my teachers. Tmrw will be the infant teachers' turn 2 get their new LOs. Hope all will be satisfied...Insyallah..

Someday Doctor

I'm about to lose my mind
you've been gone for so long
I'm running out of time
I need a doctor
call me a doctor
I need a doctor, doctor
to bring me back to life..

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Wife: How the hell did we wind up like this
Why weren't we able
To see the signs that we missed
And try to turn the tables

Husband: I wish you'd unclench your fists
And unpack your suitcase
Lately there's been too much of this
Dont think its too late

God: Nothin's wrong
just as long as
you know that someday I will

God:Someday, somehow
gonna make it allright but not right now
I know you're wondering when
Husband/Wife: (You're the only one who knows that)
God: Someday, somehow
gonna make it allright but not right now
I know you're wondering when

Wife: Well i hoped that since we're here anyway
We could end up saying
Things we've always needed to say
So we could end up stringing
Husband: Now the story's played out like this
Just like a paperback novel
Lets rewrite an ending that fits
Instead of a hollywood horror

God: Nothin's wrong
just as long as
you know that someday I will

God: Someday, somehow
gonna make it allright but not right now
I know you're wondering when
Husband/wife: (You're the only one who knows that)
God: Someday, somehow
gonna make it allright but not right now
I know you're wondering when....

a wonderful surprise

Last Sunday, I was doing my usual grocery shopping at Tesco, then I saw the sign.

"Spend more than RM 50 in Tesco and your child gets free photo shoot for the 'Si Comel Bayi' Competition".

I saw the mini booth that the organizer has set up, and I saw the cute little costumes for the kids to wear. So, I went back home, took Mateen & off we went for his first photo shoot!

I had to choose between a cow, a bee, or a cowboy for his size. I choose Mr Cowboy of course..


Love to his that little tooth of his! It's his first & only tooth so far.

I got this picture in A4 size being framed + 2 3R size photos. I didn't get the CD or album cause it was quite costly.

It doesn't matter if Mateen doesn't win this.. the fact he has a cute photo session truly makes my day! :)

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This week was been filled with full of surprises..
For the first time, I got 2 birthday gifts...2 months in advance!

First, Kak Long bought me an Intimately Beckhams perfume, Night version. I did asked her to buy for me during her holiday in Aussie, but I thought I would pay back. Instead, she bought for me as a birthday gift instead. *Yeay!*

Another surprise came from Mr Bert himself. He told me that he's gonna get me a Smartphone, and I was shocked! I didn't expect him to buy me want,although it was a wish list item. He's reasoning was, he got a good bonus, so he has always wanted to get me one plus he knows how much I really really want it. Plus, so happen that my current hp has been going quite 'cuckoo' lately.. I could send smses, but couldn't received any msg. Msgs come the next day instead. And when I checked , its not the sim card, it's the phone.

So, because of that, I receieved my *wish list* present today!

And now, I got 2 advance birthday pressies from 2 special people...I am ecstatic! :)

Now I can tweet & smell good... anytime, anywhere.. hehehe...

View from the top

"They take pictures of mountain climbers at the top of the mountain..

They're smiling ,ecstatic, triumph..

They don't take pictures along the way..

'cause who wants to remember the rest of it?

We push ourselves cause we want to,

Not because we like it..




The climb,

The pain and anguish to take it to the next level..

Nobody takes pictures of that..

Nobody wants to remember..





We just want to remember the view from the top..

The breath-taking moment at the edge of the world..

That's what keeps us climbing..

...and it's worth the pain..

that's the crazy part..it's worth anything.."


-Dr M. Grey, Season 6 (Episode 17:Push, Disc 5)

9 months already..

Mateen had his first swim @ Subang Golf Club today. He was in the 'float' that I bought from Penang, but he lean to the front too much, so it was an awkward position. So, Mr Bert let him off the float, and he enjoyed it! We even brought his rubber ducky for company, but he enjoyed being with his daddy, and he turns 9 months today.. :)

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I waited to watch the DVDs together, so that we can spend time together, but no, you went ahead & watch it first.
I had to wait and do chores alone, while waiting for you to come back from having leisure time.
I have to wait to do my facial for months now, and still have not make appointment.
I have waited for a year, and still not getting anything.

Maybe I just don't deserve it.. sigh..

*It's the emo speaking, just letting it out..*

say my name...say my name..

Someone did ask me, how did we decide on Mateen's name?
Well, I remembered clearly, it was after Arfan (my nephew in JB) was born. I was about 3 months pregnant. It was 1st April 2010, to be exact.

While watching tv, tetiba aje Mr Bert asked me
"Hmmm...nama Matin sedap gak, kan?"
"Matin? Where did you get the name?"
"From Asmaul Husna, it's one of Allah's name..Ya Matin..."
"Hmmm...Matin...yeah, sounds nice... and quite unique, never known anyone with that name.."

I then quickly checked the Asmaul Husna book (which was my nikah's doorgift).

Matin..the 54th name of Allah. Meaning: Yang Perkasa, teguh, the firm one, the super power.
Good meaning, I thought.

"Okay dia, Matin sounds good.. but, I want "double e", like my name. So it'll be Mateen"
"Alright. Tak jadi Yousuff.. nak Ahmed Mateen, if it is a boy.."

At that time, we wanted 'Munckin's gender to be a suprise. Intially, Mr Bert wanted the name Yousuff , after the Nabi, but, I wasn't too keen. When I asked why Ahmed instead of Ahmad, he said "Let it be different..ala2 Pakistani name.." Haha.. aper2 ajelah!

So it was confirmed at that time, if Munckin was a boy, his name would be Ahmed Mateen Bin Ahmad Munir. Lots of letter 'e', just like my name ! :) Somehow, we never got around agreeing to a girl's name, although we did have options. Mcm tahu2 aje Munckin would be a boy.. ;)

Yesterday, when Mr Bert was playing with Mateen, he wanted to call Mateen's full name..
"Ahmed Mateen Bin Mohamad Munir.."
"Huh? Mohamad Munir? You got confused with your name, right?"
He shyly smiled... malulah tuh.. :p
Mohamad is my FIL's name btw..

I remembered reading my fren's blog, her hubby wrote an entry about adjusting to his son's name. He wrote on a form 'son's name' bin 'his father's name, instead of his name". Get it? haha.. I find it hilarious..

Mateen now has many nicknames:- members(My lil bro calls him that).. cik mat..ahmed (Mr Bert calls him that).. buyat..boyot.. tomel.. gerams (I call him that)..cucu Tuk mak... anak mummy.. anak papa.. macam-macam adaaa...

party pooper..

Lately, I have been thinking a lot about Mateen's 1st Birthday.
I was deciding on the theme.. either Dibo the Gift Dragon or Agent OSO..
I was deiciding on the food to serve..the venue.. the guestlist.. the doorgifts...alot went thru my mind..

Then, I asked Mr Bert about his ideas or opinions..
He said that Mateen's "too young" to have a party, he won't even remember anything.
He rather have a small makan session with my family, just a little cake, and that's it.

And with that, I've started to have second thoughts.. to have or not too have a party for this little Munckin. Oh dear...

Financially? We are quite tight..I had to do a major service for my car recently, so I am quite broke for the next few months to pay up my credit card. Mr Bert is still paying for the hospital bills (when delivering Mateen last year), deducted from his salary on a monthly basis. Of course, to take the easy way out, just skip the party & just do lunch with the 3 of us.

But on the other hand, I would like to have a little party.. Mateen & his 'same age' friends playing together ..mummies & daddies exchanging stories about their little ones.. having cute party decos & such..It is memories for him, and myself..

So, I'm torn in between..not sure what to do..

Maybe when he's bigger (like, 2 years old?), he'll understand & appreciate birthday party better, then we can 'invest' in a bigger party instead. (Insyallah by next year, we will be financially stable..). Hmm...

No final decision yet.. I still have less than 3 months to decide...

random thoughts

Okay, I know my birthday is 3 months away.. but my wishlist would be..

1) to own a SmartPhone.. an Iphone would be nice!
2) to have a new set of make up.. the ones from my hantarans dah mostly habis..
3) to buy Tudung Ariani in a whole range of colours.. :P
4) to go for Pedicure & Medicure.. it has been too long.. would love to go with my gfs.. *winks*
5) to buy new shoes... my current ones are at the wear-and-tear stage..
6) to have an oven for the kitchen.. so that I can cook marvellous dishes.. cookbooks would be nice too.. :P

well, who cares if it doesn't comes true.. it is a wishlist afterall... *wishful thinking*..tee hee..

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Lately, I don't find interest in those singing-competition-cum-reality shows anymore. Too cliche. Too predictable. Too..boring? hmm..

Now, I am so into.. COOKING shoes! Masterchef.. Top Chef.. Chef @ home...Jr Masterchef.. Masterclass...love to see their yummy dishes..

The thing is... I am FAR beyond their skills..maybe because I don't have the 'ideal kitchen..or the tools.. or the ingredients.. or the passion.. I still get 'uncooked' chicken when I fry them.. or tasteless soups.. or soggy noodles.. Lucky thing I don't have to cook for Mr Bert on a daily basis..maybe he loathe my cooking.. baahh.. I rather watch these 'experts' cook instead.. they make cooking looks SO easy..

I need practice.. I know..(-_-)

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Mateen has grown into a big 'baby' boy..At about 8 months old, he can officially crawl, sit without support, babbles & screams alot, knows his favourite songs (usually the theme song of the cartoon), holds his milk bottle himself.. and has started to be so manja with me. At times, he will cry his little lungs out if I leave the room, usually to indicate that he's cranky for milk or sleep. He loves sitting in the walker, he'll travel around the house, from the front door, to the kitchen!

He had his first hair cut @ the mamak barber, and he behaved well. He sat on Mr Bert's lap, and kept on looking at the Uncle's pair of scissors. At the moment, he is "gonjeng" (think GI Joe).. but he's locks will grow soon..

The past month, he has been to Seremban 2, Termerloh..and also Singapore! not bad for a little traveller..

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There are some things I've planned out for next year...

I plan for Mateen will go to TCH school by March.
I plan to go to US with my family in April.
I plan to be pregnant again by middle of the year.
I plan to fully bf no.2 if possible.

But of course, I can plan all I want, but God decides..
Let's wait & see...He knows best...

I'm Back....

It has been a while hasn't it..I have been so busy, one can only imagine..

There's lots to update.. Mateen's milestone, my Singapore & Penang trip, Mateen's ( & mummy's wishlist..) God knows when I will update.. haha..

Just a short one for now.. toodles..:)

worktrip begins..

"Siapa anak mummy?"
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"Saya!"

Chilling with my cheeky boy @ 7 months old.

Am off for my work getaway to the 2 islands, Singapore & Penang, 14 days in total. Mateen was sent to my parent's house. Surprisingly no tears from me nor him (just yet!), and he actually slept the entire time on my chest before handing over to my parents. I think he knows that mummy will be away, so he wants to manja2 with me..

After sending him off, I spent almost the whole day packing. Since the 2 trips are back to back, so I have to pack everything today.There's a total of 5 bags for both trips, I really hope I didn't leave anything behind..

This will be my first time away from my baby.. for a very long period of time. It has not sunk in yet, but I bet I will be missing Mateen like crazy..and yes, Mr Bert too..

See you boys this Saturday...

5 simple steps

Do you know the Cartoon "Special Agent Oso" on Disney Playhouse channel? Well, I know it thru watching it with my son. Agent Oso, the yellow panda bear, has a palm pilot who "helps" him by singing '3 special steps'..which happens to be one of Mateen's favourite songs.

Well, Agent Oso needs the palm pilot to help him solve cases. But for my case, Mr Bert needs 'your's truly' to help him as well.

Mr Bert came home yesterday, and was telling me for the training that he is attending, and that he is require to present "5 steps" to do anything... For example: how to wash clothes, or how to wear a tie.. It can be anything, but it must have 5 steps..

So..guess what we settled for..."5 steps on how to change a Cloth Diaper (CD)".

Step1-Adjust the buttons of the CD according to the baby's waist size.

Step2-put in the inserts into the CD.

Step3-fold the lining & put on top of the CD

Step 4-put the CD on the baby's bum (like how we usually change diaper)

Step 5-strap the buttons of the CD & adjust accordingly..

Well, I helped him with the 5 steps.. he didn't kn0w about Step 1-3 initially.. And I helped to prepare a loose CD, the insert, the lining and also Bluey the teddybear as the model for the day..hehe..

And guess what, he got the BEST PRESENTATION amongst the guys...YEAY!!!

When he told me about it, he was chuckling away, and I can tell he has a beaming face as well..aww, am so proud of my man! It must have been so cute seeing him changing a CD with a teddy bear at WORK! tee hee hee..

Great job dia!! Glad to be part of this... (^_^)

lake weekends + passport

I've started this routine with my boy on weekends.We have breakfast at the lake near our house. Reasons being :-

1) for a change of environment. He needs to see more green scenery.Being out from home is good for him (and mummy too).

2) I've always love "lepaking" @ the lake, since my Adelaide days. I feel calm & serene when admiring the lake.

3) as part of my 'exercise' regime (konon). Mateen & I will walk around the lake (quarter round only :P), and find a spot near the playground while facing the lake.

As soon as we find a spot, I will prepare his breakfast, either farley biscuits or cerelac. I will also bring my tea & bread for breakfast. Mateen enjoys it, watching ppl running passed by, seeing the MPAJ guy with the leave blower machine, and just enjoying the early morning freshness.

So my dear boy, this will be our weekly routine okay? Just you & me... :)

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Managed to do Mateen's passport today. It was done within an hour.. very efficient indeed! It's only RM 150 for the next 5 years (applicable for those under 2 years of age).Lucky thing I've done Mateen's passport photo a few weeks back. He was exactly 6 months in the photo.

Now Mateen has license to travel around the world. I'm sure you'll love travelling sayang (just like mummy! :D)

First destination..Singapore! Next..maybe D.C? (hint hint papa..)

Hectic May ahead..

Just got these today..

Adorable right? My friend does it.. really reasonable pricing too! If anybody is interested, lemmie know. I can help to order. ;)

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Yes, it has been a while. It has been almost a month since I started my new job. Work has been hectic, but good.. I am happy with my job. The environment is refreshing & positive, the ppl are cooperative& nice (and quite 'gila2' too). But it is still too early to give judgement. Oh well, for now, I am glad to be part of the team..

Btw, the month of May will be a super hectic month for me. First of all, this is confirmed..

Will be in Singapore for 11 days for practicuum training. The management has chosen me to lead the group of infant teachers. Although I am in the toddler group, but they want me to have the experience as well. I am honoured that they have chosen me.But of course, there's a downside..I will be away from my boys...

It has not "struck" me yet, but I am sure I will be 'homesick' during my stay there.. boohoo~ However, I have planned that weekend in Singapore for them to come & visit me! Air tix all booked..planning to meet relatives & friends, of course a bit of shopping & sight seeing is a must! Thus, this will be our 2nd family holiday, and our first overseas trip together! It's only for 2 days, so I better make the best of it! Can't wait...

Then, another trip came up. My company's 25th anniversary..in Penang! The very next day after my arrival from Singapore, I will be off to Penang pulak for 3 days 2 nights.. As much it will be a fun & relaxing event by the beach, but I am sure my mind will sure think of home.. If only my boys can join me too.. Oh well, this is what working moms need to face kan? Sacrifices need to be made.. Be strong meen!

The week after that , I have the Curriculum Training with my Toddler teachers for 2 weeks, in KL.. so it's a busy busy month for me! fyuuhh~ Bring it on baybeh!

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This is one of Mateen's fav thing to do right now... the "free-fall" or "swimming" gesture...

Here's one of my favourite photo of mateen. Him in Yellow Cloth Diaper with yellow ducklings.

Budak tomel-tomel.. Alah, how to leave him in May? Ooohhh Tiiiidddaaakkkkkkkkk..........

1st day @ work

How was my first day at work?
Well, here's my work desk..

And here's the view from the window..

Not bad huh?

Btw, the office I am in now is the HQ, so it's temporary. My future office will be in the childcare centre, which is still under construction. I have yet to visit the site, but the proposal layout was really impressive. Insyallah, by September the childcare will operate.

So far so good..My ex-boss (now my new boss) is there, so it was great to hear a 'familiar' voice around. He explained to me the mechanics of the centre, and I have started work by going through the list of materials of each class & also doing the teachers list. I have 24 under me, mostly malay teachers, and I have 6 male teachers as well! This should be interesting.. I was quite occupied through out the day..

One good thing about joining this company, they provide lunch, and sometimes breakfast & tea too. I had curry ayam with vegs + rice.. I was super full after lunch. Tmrw I will opt for bread instead of the rice!

I would say, my first day went well. I went there feeling happy, came back home feeling the same. The only person who was not happy was my little hero. Cik Nor mentioned that he has been really cranky the whole day, cries a lot and slept less. Sighh, why lah baby? Tengah beralih bulan ye? Hope he won't be as cranky tonight..

Menyiarap @ 5m3w

Mateen @ 5months 2 weeks, at that time he still can't sit on his tummy (menyiarap). He always does this 3/4 turn, and flip back to his original position. Unless we "assist" in turning him over.

I was often worried, why isn't mateen able to roll over? Was it because he doesn't sleep on his tummy anymore (he did that for the first 2 months, then he chose not to). I often wonder when will menyiarap on his own.

And alhmadulillah, at 5 months 3 weeks, he did it! He created his own milestone of able to sit on his tummy!

I first saw it when I was picking him up from his taska. He was happily turning around his court, on his tummy! I was SO happy to see that. According to Cik Nor, he has been doing it the whole day...Yeay, dah boleh tiarap!

Now, he is happily rolling over whenever he gets the chance. Even during changing diapers & clothes! Oh gosh, it can be tricky! And I loathe it when he does it after his feeding, and he would vomit some milk/food out! Adduhh.. So now, after feeding, he will remain in his rocker for about 30 minutes before I "release" him to the floor for his roll over exercises.

At this stage, he starts to "talk" and make conversations, experimenting with his high pitch voice.. he likes to give a "muach", as though he is giving a kiss, and he loves to spit, even when he's eating! (imagine the mess). And yes, he loves to show his tongue now.. =p

My boy's growing well, despite being a pre-term baby.. Praises to Allah.. Next week he'll be 6 months old! I plan to take passport photo of him, just for the fun of it. Who knows, we might need to do him a passport soon. tee hee..

Mateen sayang, don't grow up too fast. Mummy's enjoying you every second of the day..

Mateen @ Mr Bert's office. Future legal advisor perhaps? ;)

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I am at the midst of experimenting something.. I am trying to give mateen my EBM again. It has been 2 months since he has weaned off, but now I feel like I wanna give him again if Allah permits Insyallah. When I pumped this morning, of course nothing came out, but there was still a little bit of milk. So, am taking some supplements & I try to pump as often as I can, even it is 10 mins. I am trying. Lets see how this experiment works out.

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Today was not a productive day for me. I slept 2 hours in the afternoon, beside mateen. I think it is to recover my sleep debt for this week. hmm..

Mandi pun pukul 3pm! eerkk!

ButI enjoyed my Nasi dagang for brunch & Chicken glass noodles for tea-dinner. Yummers!

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Tmrw I start my brand new job..not sure what to pack actually! Planner diaries, notebook, some stationary.. hope I didn't miss out anything.

Pretty excited actually..hope everything will work out great. :)

a bitter sweet goodbye

Today was my last day in Beaconhouse.
Frankly speaking, I never thought this day could come so soon. I've always imagined that I would stay on for a couple more years, being the HOS with my kid(s) in school. That vision had always been in my mind. But, that has change now.

3 1/2 years in this company, and I have learned a lot.
I was pretty lucky to get the offer as a HOS, although I have applied as a teacher post. The first few months were crazy for me. It wasn't easy as being the HOS requires a lot of Management & Administrative skills, aside from my ECE knowledge. A HOS needs to be a multi-task person, and it was rather overwhelming for me.

When I started out, being the youngest in my school and needing to lead the school was rather challenging. I had some difficult teachers, demanding parents, and I have no clue of managing things. Over the years, I began to gain confidence, and I am able to understand the dynamics of the system, the management, the teachers, the other HOS, the parents, the children.

Downfalls, there were several. I think there were some entries that I wrote, especially when I feel doubtful of myself after getting complaints from parents & the management. There were several times when I cried in the office, once I was comforted by a child, the other by my teacher. Once I cried at the supermarket after getting a call from the management. The hospital incident.. Sigh..Those were the ugly times.

But despite the downs, there are the ups. My achievements include organizing the school concert (2 sessions for 6 preschools, just before my wedding!) & the school carnival (when I was pregnant), having to reach the highest student target of 135 in July 2008 (before the management decided to raise the fees), having satisfaction comments from parents about my teachers, managed to attend several ECE conferences, constant increment every year.. Alhamdulillah, all were meaningful experiences for me.

And today, the journey has come to an end. I have 2 farewell luncheons, one with the HOS, and the other with my teachers & staff. My farewell wasn't too emotional, but it was a quiet and meaningful departure for me.

When I was biding farewell to everyone, one of my kitchen ladies started to cry. She said,

"Selama cikgu kat sini, cikgu tak pernah marah saya.."

Oh my gosh, I was super touched!

Another kitchen lady, approached me and actually salam & kiss my hand to apologize for any of her wrong doings. And mind you, she is 56 this year. Terharunye..

Some of the statements that was told to me..

"We're gonna miss having you around..."
"We'll definitely miss your cherry voice"
"Please don't forget us, and keep in touch"

Insyallah, I will remember the experiences and the memories that I've gained. I look forward for the new adventures in my new job, which starts on monday.Wish me luck..

Me with the Head Of Schools (HOS)

Me & the Bangsar crew..

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Love this picture of Mr Bert..the scenery is the same like my current blog page right? *winks*

Reminiscing the past..we'll get there soon dia...love you today, tmrw & forever my dia..

post TKC

It's 1.12am..and I am wide awake. Can't sleep. Thinking to much..So, I decided to update my blog & my photos on fb. Hopefully I can sleep in tmrw on Sunday morning.

Finally, after much 'determination', I managed to watch "Terima Kasih Cinta " with good ol' buddy Mai. We managed to get a good view, although to the side of the stage. It was Mai's first time to Istana Budaya, and me being a "veteran" there showed around the place.

We arrived 20 minutes before the show starts, went to see the merchandise. I was suprise to see the souvernier booklet was only RM3 worth! And the chocs, 3 sets (of 2 chocs) for RM10. So why not, we grab it of course!

Another interesting thing happening at the booth was the "Love Quotes" boards. Anybody can just pin up their quote or their expression about LOVE in these colourful post-it notes. There were like 3 big boards, almost filled with numerous quotes about love. And I didn't miss the opportunity.. I wrote as well..

"Love hurts, but it's worth it. when love & hate collides.."

Yeah, I know..I doesn't made sense.. wasn't at the right state of mind to think that time.

Then come the show...the whole theater was an adaption of the movie 'Cinta', my all time favourite malay movie. The story line was the same, and they added some familiar ballad songs into the entire musical. In a way, it was like a Malaysian "Glee", theater style..;)

I find the 2 outstanding performances were Deja Moss & Anding (surprise surprise!). Very good vocal control.. Was hoping to hear more of Vince & Norish Karman's singing debut. Love the simple props, and the colour coding of each 'related' character (orange, blue, green, pink). Overall, it was a good show! I sang along to several songs :-Seribu Impian, Sejati, Perpisahan, Itu Kamu, Cinta, etc.. and I was satisfied with the show. Well done peps! It was worth.. glad I made it! :)


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Here are some pics, courtesy from Mai's camera..:)

many faces of mateen @ 5 months old

Things are getting better now.. no more heavy rains, just cloudy with a little touch of sunshine..:)
Been posting too many sappy sad songs.. let's change the mood & post Mateen's latest photos @ 5 months old..















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Mateen now has 2 room mates at his taska.
Mia Zahra & Damia. Baby Mia, 3 months & Kakak Mia, 1 year.
Mateen is still the only baby boy..he likes all the attention.. ;)

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I was stuck in a massive jam earlier. It rained so bad, I was on the road for 1 hour. Lucky thing I managed to reach the taska by 6.30pm.. or else, late penalty charges applies.

Anyways, in the car, the DJ started to play some catchy tunes, the songs that kinna reminds me of the good ol' gym days.. At that moment, I really missed my gym days.. the Body Pump, Body Combat, Step classes.. Love the sweat & collaborative workout..

Fast forward to now, I can't seem to find time to workout.Weekdays are out, cause I have to rush & pick up Mateen before 6.30pm, unless I don't mind paying an extra RM 5 daily. sheeshh. Then Weekends are the times we have plans, or it's our cleaning day, or laundry day, or groceries day, or my cooking day..

So how? susahnya nak excercise..

But suprisingly just now, I was in the mood to try out my wedding bajus... Both my baju nikah & my baju bertandang FITS! Which means, I have gone back to my pre-pregnancy body! Biar betul? hehe..alhamdulillah.. But I know, still got some flabs to work on..

Wanna go for those aerobic classes.. :(

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Am starting to love tweeting.. it's fun, especially when you are free or bored.
Wanna BB Bold...quick!