cheer up

Called Mr Bert for the usual nite call.
" Hey dia.. are you at home?"
"No..kat office.."
"Really..at this hour? SO late?"
"Yeah.. what to do.. there's lotsa work"
"Oh dear..mesti tak makan dinner lagi.."
"Uh-huh. Eh meen, I have to finish this email. I can't concentrate.."
"Oh okay.."

He puts down the phone.
Well, is not that I was upset ke aper. But, terasa la gak kan..
Anyways, I continued surfing.
Not long after, Mr Bert called back!

"Hey.. I just left the office.."

My heart smiled.
It is sweet when he 'knows' how to cheer me up, although not in the most obvious ways.
(^_^)

Lega..

I feel quite relief after everything has been cleared up.
Susahnya nak jaga hati semua pihak.
Again, it is all about the different culture clash..
Despite the differences, everything falls into place.
Alhamdulillah..

Anyways, a little ad for my talented photographer cousins.
They just started their own photography company, and I must say they are pretty good!
Kamil's has always has great eye in taking pictures.
Visit http://www.cahayaphotography.com/ for more details.

New Layout

Finally, managed to find time to change this blog's layout.
It is simpler.. simple & sweet.
I've added my wedding countdown, and also there's a shoutbox too.
So, hopefully I'll stick to this skin for reasonable period of time.

Latest updates..yes, we have finally agreed on the big day's date!
(Hence the countdown)
Finally everyone is agreable to it.
The 'dugaan' bit has started to kick in a bit. Sigh..
Ya Allah, please let me be strong & focus. Amin.

Anyways, since the date has been set, I can now plan for my Annual leaves for next year.
2nd step..77 days & counting.

The Ring!

"Will you marry me?"

"Yes dia, definately!" (^_^)

ring hunting again

We did surveyed around, found one ring that we both liked, but somehow, we're still not satisfied.
I wanted a pink diamond ring, but of course it is not in the budget! hehe..
Perhaps I should go for coloured stones.. but that wouldn't look like an engagement ring, would it?

Am glad to see that Mr Bert is very enthusiastic to go for ring shopping. And mind you, we're looking for MY ring, not his!
He scouted the day before we when for ring hunting, he surveyed around today.
We're supposed to meet up on Sunday to continue our hunt, but he insist that we meet up on Wednesday.
Semangat kan? But I loike! hehe..

Hopefully we'll find the right ring soon...

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Mr Bert has met the lady who will be doing my hantarans over the weekend.
"So, you've discussed everything with her?"
"Yeap.. she said she'll do yours in pink."
"Pink?? Dia, it's supposed to be purple la. Pink is for nikah"
"Eh.. I thought you're giving me purple?"
"No la dia.. I am giving you blue, you are giving me purple?"
"Oh ye ke..okay, I will tell her the changes"

Aduh..sabar ajelah my dia! tsk tsk..
The other day pun, his mom also got confused with the colour scheme.
Maybe I made them confused! hmm..

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Had a chat with Kak Long earlier.
She gave a few good advices:-
1) "It is your wedding. Don't bother what others think, you should decide what's best."
2) "Alah, ikut kemampuan la. Who knows in the future, you might get better things.."
3) "Isn't Kak As' story inspirational? Go Meen, you can do it!"

Okay Kak Long, I will try my best to change for the better.
It has to start..TOMORROW!!
Go Meen go, before it is too late!

Ring shopping

Tomorrow we are going to find the ring..
I am super excited!!
Ring-shopping, here I come!

12 weeks more

12 weeks more till the 2nd step..
Time sure flies..there's so much to do! *gulp!*
counting the days..

chat with naj

I just got off the phone with my good ol' friend, Naj.
She called all the way from Belfast..and we spoke for a total of 2 hours!
It was so fun talking to her..we chat from her hectic doctor schedule, to about married life, about Mr Bert, bout our friends. It seems that the conversation will never end. I feel like I am in high school again, back to the days when we used to 'bergayut' for hours & hours. And guess what, nothing has changed! hehe..
I miss her 'craziness'.. she still the same-ol' Naj.
Thanx for calling Naj..I hope you are able to come back for my big day!

Earlier this morning I had a trial make up.. and it turned out nice!
So, photographer checked. Make-up artist checked.
And a whole lot more to do.. 12 weeks & counting!

Btw, to all muslims.. Selamat Hari Raya Aidiladha..

lagu kita

"..Dan aku terus,
Menyanyi lagu ini untukmu
Walau berjuta mendengar
Lagu ini hanya untukmu..
Arah hidup kita
Digambar bintang di angkasa
Berkelip melukis cinta
Terciptalah lagu kita .."

dia in hospital..

Mr Bert is in the hospital yet again.
My poor baby!
This is his 3rd time this year, his tonsils are badly infected.
He is to be warded for 3 days. Dunno if he can go back to KB on time.
Be strong dia.. you'll be fine Insyallah..

As he was filling out the particulars, the nurse at the counter was updating his data on the computer.
She asked "Who will be your Emergency Contact person?"
"She is.." he pointed to me.
"And the relation is..?" she asked again.
He was looking at the option boxes:- Wife/Husband/Father/Mother/Brother/Sister/Others.
"Errmm... 'Others' kot"
"Well, what exactly is her relations to you?"
"It's fiance to be.. tapi takpe, you can put under 'Others'"
Then, as she typed on the computer, she said "Oh, there is a 'Fiance' option. I'll put her as your fiance alright?"
"Okay.."
I was literally smiling from cheek to cheek. (^_^)
It feels good to be in a new "category" option. *grins*

blast from the past..

Somehow today, I encountered a 'blast from the past' episode.
2 blasts, if I may put it.
God is really testing me..dugaan yet again..

Alhamdulillah, God gave me the strength.
I am able to brave myself to overcome these hurdles without any second thought.
The memories didn't give any impact.
The damanges were done, and forgotten. Syukur..

You know, I am rather thankful to be Mr Bert's FTB.
It is waaayy much better than being a gf.
(Although the status is quite the same).
Now, anywhere I go, and when I look down at my hand, looking at my ring..
I can somewhat feel a sense of belonging.
Its a kind of feeling that you are safe & secure.
That I am his..for real.

I now begin to appreciate his efforts & his concerns.
Relationships don't come easy, that is so true.
Every obstacle that we face has made us stronger, make us closer.
I am truly blessed, truly grateful, truly thankful that Mr Bert has come into my life.

To the love of my life, thank you for being you..
Love you, today, tmrw, & 4eva dia..*muax*

Sneak peak of kain wedding

Hey folks.. am back!
It was such a short trip, the main itenery of the trip was to shop shop shop.
And shop we did! (^_^)
Here is a sneak peak..





Ok tak?
To be honest to you, it was pretty overwhealming when purchasing these kains.
When the final decision was being made, at the back of my mind went "Oh my gosh.. this is it.. this is my baju for the big day!"
I wanted someone to pinch my cheek, just to make sure it is for real.
Obviously it was..
Am so excited!
Now, I just need to figure out what kind of designs for each kain..

surabaya!

After a week of hecticness-nak demam-planning for next year's timetable-catching up with old friends-down with flue-party day-curriculum meeting-busy week, tmrw am flying off to Surabaya! Yahhoooo~
A much deserved break, for sure.
Am all packed. Just need to get a good book to read at the airport.
Till then, have a good week ahead! (^_^)

lucky

"They don't know how long it takes
Waiting for a love like this
Every time we say goodbye
I wish we had one more kiss
I'll wait for you I promise you, I will..

I'm lucky I'm in love with my best friend
Lucky to have been where I have been
Lucky to be coming home again
I'm lucky we're in love in every way
Lucky to have stayed where we have stayed
Lucky to be coming home someday.."

FTB outing

Today was our first outing as FTBs.. (fiance-to-be)

Had lunch at Chicken rice shop, then headed towards the Ground floor where there was a Chocolate Cake Charity Competition being held.

Then, he saw his own celebrity twin.. Mr Fahrin himself!

I pleaded & begged him to follow me & take pic with his twin, but he refused!!

Sabar ajelah.. (-_-) next time then..

Today was quite a fun day with my FTB.

He is more expressive, more jovial..

We shared a lot of things today.. our feelings, our thoughts..

He seemed to say "daymnn" a lot tadi.. chomel betul..

Now, need to decide...091009 or 010110?

Hmm....

Pre-Booked!

Folks, I am officially pre-booked!

Alhamdulillah.. everything went really well..
I was so anxious & nervous about the whole thing.
In the morning, after a tak-lena-sgt tido, I was sorta in a bad mood.
Not bad mood la.. My anxiety was taking over me, and I was in a 'daze' mood.

Now I know how Suci felt during her nikah.
It's not that we're not happy or excited.. but, the fear of anything that can spoilt the event.
I was so scared, that I even thought that they were not coming! (They came about 45 mins late)


So, I was minding my own business..did my laundry, helped in the kitchen.
Then, Mama came to me & said..

"Since we have the time now,why don't you go up & sembahyang Dhuha, sembahyang hajat.. Doakan everything will go well".

So I did.. I prayed..and I actually cried..
At that point, you just have to tawakal to Allah.. it is in His hands..

When they arrived, I had to be 'quarantined' upstairs.
Even an exciting CSI episode didn't get to hush my anxiety away.
I couldn't sit still. I went inside my room, then out. I was sitting down, then stood up, walked around.

Then suddenly..
"Meen, meh turun bawah.."

I stepped down, and I saw everyone was smiling.
I sat next to his mom, and she took my hand..
"Bismillah..." she said, and she wore the golden ring on my left finger.
and with that.. I am officially pre-booked!
Wow.. after all that hi-wire feelings.. it all ended smoothly.. Alhamdulillah..


So then, we ate, mingle around, took pics..
Before you know it, they had to leave to the airport.
After saying our goodbyes, I had my solo photoshoot taken by my bros.
Emer actually took a total of 900 shots of this event.. imagine that!
And of course I didn't wait. I went thru ALL the pics.. looking at which shot looks nice & all.
Btw, you can view my merisik pictures here.

Then suddenly..I fell asleep!
I think, all the hecticness ran off... suddenly my body needed the rest.

I had a deep sleep.

After my nap, the family quickly dressed up to go watch Magdagascar2.
Mr Bert met up with us at the cinema.
He was looking so tired, after all that driving..cian dia..
It was our actual first cinema date.. with the family! hehe..
The movie was hillarious.. so funny la those silly animals..

After our movie session, we headed off to Chilies for supper.
Mr Bert had to leave early.. he needed the rest..

Overall, the day was a happy & good day for me.
Alhamdulillah.. Mr Bert now is officially my FTB! (Fiance- to-be) hehe..

One down, two more to go..
16 weeks & counting...

merisik tmrw..

Today was Creative day in my school..
and also Kamil & Nadirah's nikah..
Welcome to the family Nadirah.. congrats to the both of you!

Creative Day turn out to be better than expected.
The children & parents enjoyed their morning.. despite the shortage of UHU Glue & the popular Buncho colours (Pink & Red).

Anyways, after my hectic morning, I did some errands for the special day tmrw.
Took my cuppacakes. Nice Irises!
I gave myself a medicure & pedicure treat. My nails & toes are looking shining & pretty good looking!
I cleaned the guest room & the hall, helped Ma in the kitchen, laid the table, cutting & chopping things up, wrapped the hantarans.

Hmm.. everything seems alright.. except:-
1) I got a zit on my left cheek. Of ALL the days! Pergh~
2) I still dunno what to wear. Might go with pink baju kurung.

I am having a mix of nervousness yet excited bout tmrw.
First steps in less than 12 hours..
My last day as a gf.. hehe..
Wish me luck yah.. hope everything will go well.

dugaan merisik..

It's funny how many things can influence one's feelings.
Initially.. I was excited, not over-the-top, but I was looking forward to the day.
I guess because it is expected, so yeah, I was ready.

But, the unexpected happend.
I was caught in the middle.
I was caught in-between two different mind sets.
I was in a dilemma.

After confiding to Shades, I called up Mr Bert.
My intention was not to tell him. I just wanted to hear his voice, to make me feel calm.
He knows me better. He could sense there was something wrong. And boy I cried.
He assured me he will discuss things again.

The very next day, everything was set. But somehow,my emotions were hi-wire.
At times, I feel happy, especially when I was trying the ring sizes, buying the songket & kain, looking at the wonderfully wrapped boxes.
But at other times, when it triggers, I can cry the entire River Nile.
I feel some-what guilty, terribly scared & terified, hoping that this is not a bad start..

Mr Bert has been wonderful at times like this.
He assured me that things will be okay.. He reminded me to pray that everything will run smoothly.
I feel so relief when he said statements like,
" Baba nak sangat meen jadi menantu"
" I dah sayang you, my parents dah sayang you too.. so, we proceed kay.."
:) Thanx dia.. you mean the world to me..
Btw, he has been in good mood lately..
Love it when he's like this!

So now, I have a different mind set.
Am looking things at a different light.
This is just an obstacle for happiness..
(nih baru merisik..how bout tunang..yet alone nikah!! Ya Allah, let me be strong..)
Insyallah, everything will turn out well..

The first step.. one day to go..

16th Nov

Wow! It has been a month..

My school concert was finally over last saturday.. Alhamdulillah, everything went quite well. Much more organized this year. My 'Gingerbread Fred' turns out to be a comic act, 'Bear Hunt' was a cute sight, and everyone enjoyed 'Peterpan', especially when the pirates starts to dance! hehe.. Well done my children! *clap clap*

Latest update?
Looking forward for 16th November.. *winks*

bad day..

Today was one of those bad days for me. Sigh..
Sometimes I wonder, am I fitted for this job?
Am I not facing the challenges?
It is always this month round when I will face difficult scenarios at work.
Like everyone says, you can never satisfy everybody.
Am so down now.. :(
The official theme song in my head is Daniel Powter's "Bad Day".
Please, God, let me be strong..

Anyways, starting tommorrow, my weekends will be full.
Relatives coming over, weddings, open houses.
Hope the weekend will cheer me up.

cravings..

Today, I suddenly have this craving for something chocolaty. a Chocolaty ice-cream. Or Chocolate Ice Blended.. yummmm....
Usually, I will opt for something fruity when it comes to desserts.
But somehow today, was an exception..
After I finished my fortnightly shopping for the school, I treated myself with the most "yummilicious" ice cream that I can find from the TESCO ice cream counter, The "CRUNCH" ice cream.

I was telling the lady cashier:-
"Ice cream tuh bayar asing tau. Saya mengindam nak makan.."
"Oh..kakak dah hamil berapa bulan?"
"Hamil????? Oh tak.. saya teringin nak makan aje.."
"Ooohh.. kakak dah kahwin ke?"
"Aduh..belum lagi lah.."
Malunye aku...

I only managed to indulge the ice-cream after reaching home & sorting out the groceries.
By that time, the ice-cream was half melted already. :(
I ate it anyway..but somehow, it wasn't as satisfying as it seems.
In my mind.. I was craving for something more heavenly..
"Tim Tam Ice Blended from Gloria Jeans!"
Ohhh..yummy...
I remember those days in Adelaide, I used to treat myself with one of these.
It was my "reward" pleasure to self.
Why don't they have it here..hmmpphh..

Anybody care do make one for yours truly? hehe..

Open House

More Raya Pics..

It was a small scale open house, only for close friends.
Good food, good company..It was great to have everybody around!

Raya @ Setia Eco Park

Raya Pics!

It's our first raya at our new home.
Ma has been hinting a lot to me that it will be my last raya "solo"..hmm...

Dzhofier made a cute statement when being asked about the colour of his baju melayu
"It is pinklelish purple!"
A new word to be added in the dictionary.. hehe..

Anyways, wishing everyone a safe & superb Raya..
Maaf Zahir & Batin!

Love forever..

" Love you today, tomorrow, and forever.."
(^_^)

I give, give you my heart
Today, tomorrow and forever
You'll always be my love

I vow we'll never part
Today, tomorrow and forever
Long as there's stars above

The cares of life will fade away
As long as we're together
So stay, stay in my arms
Today, tomorrow and forever
You'll always be my love

- Elvis Presley

Trivia Ques..

1. How old are you?-
Quarter century old..

2. How old will you be in 3 years?
28.

3. Will you be married then?
Haha.. Hope so, Insyallah..

4. Are your parents married or divorced?
- both.

5. Are you currently in a relationship?
- Yes indeed.

6. Have you ever been given a rose?
- Yeap..most recent was during Teacher's day!

7. What is your all-time favorite romance movie?
- Woah.. so many to mention.. I guess I will go for 'While you were Sleeping' & 'Love Actually'..

8. Have you ever been in love?
- Yes.

9. Do you believe that everyone has a soul-mate?
- Yes I do.

10. Have you ever had your heartbroken?
- Hell yeah! Been there, done that..

11. Have you ever seen a friend as more than a friend?
- Yes. Old story.

12. Do you believe on the statement of "once a cheater always a cheater"?
- Kinda..but sometimes ppl change for the better. Regardless, the cheater will never be in my good books anymore!

13. Do you like anyone right now?
- Yeap, very much.

14. Scared to fall in love?
- Used to have the fear..not anymore! (^_^)

15. At what age did you start liking the opposite sex?
- I think it was way back in Standard 2.. I used to like this boy who was so good in Art.. Raja Zulfiz! Gosh, still remember his name! hehe..

16. Are you and your ex(s) friends?
- I try not too..it's for the better..

17. Do you talk about your feelings or hide them?
- Depends on the scenario.. and the person too. I tend to hide it first before letting it out.

18. What song do u want to be played at your wedding?
- Haha.. a lot! Currently am loving 'Semua Untuk Cinta' by Mike

19. Three things you can't live without?
- Hmm, tough one. Handphone, my wallet & my specs! hehe..

20. Name the people you can tell almost anything to
- SHADES without a doubt!

21. Things you want to do before you die?
- If I can afford it, to travel to as many places that I've never been, especially to Europe.

22. Are you happy right now?
- I am content.

23. Are you a vegetarian?
- Nope.

24. Do you eat the stems of broccolli?
- Never tried.

25. Do you only drink bottled water?
- Don't think so.

26. Makeup?
- Yeap..

27. What do you wear to bed?
- Usually chafton..

28. Have you ever done anything illegal?
- Hmm...I think so! ha..

29. Have you ever had a panic attack?
- Err.. maybe I have..

30. Can you roll your tongue?
- No I can't! Seriously can't do it!

31. Are you a cold person?
- Don't think so..unless in a bad mood.

32. What's your favourite holiday?
- Woah, this is hard. I can't decide! Hmm...as long as I am with good company, anywhere is good. Like they say "It is not where you go..it is who you are with.." *winks*

33. Hair color?
- Brownish Black

34. Ever dyed your hair?
- Yeap, loong time ago..

35. Hair type?
- wavy..

36. Future child's name?
- Well, there are a few ideas. Wait till the time comes..

37. How many kids do you want to have?
- At least 2 Insyallah..

38. Do you cry a lot?
- When I am super emotional and sensitive, oh yeah..

39. If you could go anywhere in the world on a vacation, where would you go?
- Europe!

40. Do you sleep with stuffed animals?
- Technically yes.. now Theodore & Harry are on the floor for the time being..hehe..

41. Have you ever done something you told yourself you wouldn't do?
- unfortunately yes..

42. Beach, city, or country?
- beach!

43. Who was the last person you touched?
- hmm.. one of my kids...when she wished me Selamat Hari Raya..

44. When's the last time you cried?
- Oh, quite recent.

45. Do you wish for something?
- Oh definately. For more patience & courage in life, and for more money to spend..hehe..

honey

I had a chat with one of my kid in my office today. She stepped into my office just to have a chat with me! (sabar ajelah..kecik2 dah pandai ponteng class!). Anyways, she started asking..

"Teacher Helena, we went together to Beauty & the Beast right?"
"Eh, we didn't go together. We met each other there"
"Oh yes.. you were with a boy"
"Oh yes.. that’s right.. you remembered"
"You know.. my mommy call my daddy 'honey'.."

I burst out laughing..
I think she was trying to relate Mr Bert as my "honey".. awww...
Chomel kan? hehe..
Hmmm...from 'dia' to 'honey'.. (6_6)

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Finally, the photos from Tuk's 80th Birthday is on the website! yeay! Visit Fatini's Site.
Lovely photos indeed!

Dr Phil

A rainy sunday.. and I have time for myself! I wish I can afford to go for facial or something.. but not for this month..Pokai dah with the expenses for Raya.. T_T

Anyways, a lot has happend the past week. I was quite low most of the time.
I read Dr Phil's article in the latest 'O' Mag, and he said:

" My theory has always been if it takes a person that long to talk to himself/herself into something, then it's not right. You may end up staying in this dead-end situation because it is easier not to make a change".

I was SO affected by the statement. Sigh..

Right now.. I am just gonna play it safe. No more extra efforts. For my own good.
God is really testing me this bulan Ramadhan..
Let me be strong..Amin..
Hope the best is still yet to come..

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On a lighter note, I found these for my scrapbook..

At least 'something' cheered me up. :)

Also, I've been occupying myself for my school concert.
The costumes, the dances, the props.. fyuhh..
Imagine Pirates- Red Indians- Gingerbread- Bear Hunters on stage! *gulp!*
Well, is that time again when Meen will be extra extra busy folks!
Adios for now. Selamat berbuka peps!

selamat berpuasa..

Salam to all..

First & foremost.. Selamat Ramadhan.. it has been 2 weeks already, and life has been quite hectic. From waking up in the morning for shahur, kemas dapur, then stay up straight till going off to work, work, leave office at 4pm, then pick up my mom, then either join in the "madness" crowd that goes to pasar ramadhan or help with the cooking at home, preparation for berbuka, berbuka, smbhyg maghrib, kemas dapur, smbhyg isyak, terawih, witir.. then, usually by 10am, I am SOUND asleep! so yeap, that's the usual routine for now. Lucky thing is a saturday today, so just gonna briefly update this blog of mine. Also, aside from the new routine, I wanted to update earlier, but this "blog skin" of mine sometimes will have this "limited photobucket" god-knows-what appears. Might consider to change this skin. Oh well, when time permit of course.

Oh dear.. my eyes are starting to get a lil bit heavy.. I think I need to sleep. So much for wanting to update! hehe.. Will continue later when I can. Selamat berpuasa..

Shall we dance..

"It'a raining men!"
Gosh, the weather today. Wanted to go home at 5pm, but because the rain poured SO heavily, we decided to wait till the rain ease down. 45 minutes passed, and the rain has gotten even heavier. In the end, we decided "Fine, let's just go back home now!" , and it was like a flowing river going back to my car!

I went through Jalan Travers.. and it was FLOODED so badly! Oh my goodness! I couldn't even turn left to Jalan Duta, and I was STUCKED in between many other cars! The water level was reaching half of a Kancil's tyre, and I got scared. Then, a van decided to brave through the flood.. and I followed the van. The water level was reaching below the car knob handle. I berdoa mcm nak rak.. tawakal aje.. then, before the Museum, I was free from the flood! Fyuuhh.. alhamdulillah.. I headed straight to Lake Club for a pitt stop. No point going through the heavy rain with the jammed roads during the rush hour.

After I parked, I was checking my car.. and guess what.. my front plate number went missing! Looks like the flood took it "away".. chehh... now gotta make a new one.. cian my Romeo.. but I am so thankful that both myself & my car survived the flood.

Mental note: Please remain in the office if there's heavy rain. Also, listen to the radio for traffic updates before leaving the office.

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Am starting to see Mr Bert in a whole new light now, the 'other' side of him.
Yesterday's dinner was an eye opener for me.
He socialized.. he opened up.. and, the best part.. he was 'sporting' enough to dance on stage! (and enjoys it!)
Wow... I was really impressed! Never knew this side of him, which suprised me (in a good way of course!). I am SO proud of him! (^_^)

Also, am starting to learn new words from him.
7E. Kulat-kulat.
Okie, there's more.. but I can't recall. Am too tired from all the rain.. hehe..

Everyday is a new experience with him. It's gonna be an interesting journey indeed..:)

SNEEZE!

The candid moment for the day:-

"Hello dia.."
"Aaaaaaaaa- Chooooooo! Alhamdulillah.. hehe.. Hey Meen.."

I couldn't stop laughing after that!!

" Bless you dia.."

It really made my day.. :)

Today am starting my scrap book.. have been getting lotsa ideas..
I've sorted decided on the the themes.. A mixture of these..
We're getting there..yeay!

sometimes when we touch..

"And sometimes when we touch
the honesty's too much and I have to close my eyes and hide
I wanna hold you till I die
till we both break down and cry
I want to hold you till the fear in me subsides .."

This song was being played in the car after our dinner yesterday.
We were "duet-ing" in the car..hehe..
Dinner was fine.. except for the spliting headache that I had.
Mesti kena hujan.. arrghh..
Mr Bert was nice enough to be patient while I slowly finish my meals.. and I was eating extra s l o w .
The past week.. Mr Bert has been more cheerful.. he has been asking a lot about my preferences, my opinions...
but, the most obvious thing..was his tummy! haha..
Dah bahagia dah ke? (^_^)

a father's blessing..

Today is Nani's birthday and it is also her 4th year anniversary. She is blessed with a family; a husband & a pair of twins.

Talking to her today was exciting as always. She will always keep me updated with the latest happenings, and sharing her experiences & stories.

Today, she told me about Baba.

I only met Baba during my recent KB trip, and according to Shades, it seems that I have a "chesmistry" with Baba. He is afterall a very nice fella. (refuse to say old man..hehe)

Nani told me that after my meetings with him, he has never fail to mention my name during his prayers.

"Baba selalu doakan Meen.."

My heart was beating super fast when I heard that statement.. until now, I still feel overwhealm. Syukur alhamdulillah..

Nani told me that 'good news' might happen after Raya. The first step, perhaps..Insyallah..

"..one step at a time.."

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Yeay! we made it on the web! hehe..
It was my suprise cupcakes for Mr Bert on his recent bday.. and he loved it!
Too bad I didn't get a piece of the cupcake..hmmphh..
Anyways, to those who are interested, go to http://sosweetpliz.blogspot.com/ & place your orders! yummy cupcakes awaits!

new chapter..

Salams to all..

Wow..it has been more than 6 months since I last blog.. That is super long! After much thought, I've decided to change my whole layout.. it is so neat now..quite cute too, I loike!

Now, I can't promise that I'll blog as often as I used to. Working life has been quite hectic.. By the time I reach home, I just wanna take a long warm shower, be in my chafton, and just lay down on my bed & sleep! I find it quite relaxing to just surf other blogs & read about blogger's experiences. Then it hit me... I miss that! I miss sharing my thoughts, ideas & experiences (pics too).. So yeap, now am back to blogging.. but, how frequent? God knows.. As often as I can b4 am off to bed!

How's life you may ask? Alhamdulillah, everything is good. It hasn't been all smooth for sure, but God is great. I am so blessed with everything that has been happening.. A new chapter of life might be happening soon insyallah.. (thats partly why I wanna start blogging again! to share my new found love..)

So everybody..Meen is back (at least for now!). Till then.. spread the love! (^_^)

2008

Hola peps..HAPPY NEW YEAR 2008!

Btw, the pic here is supposed to show 01.01.2008..
After several attempts, finnaly the pic was a success..sort of!
This year, I celebrated new year's at my own home, with close friends, great food and overlooking several fireworks from the balcony..
By 1 am, all of us were tired.. so ending up watching x-men 3 while some slept on the sofa..
Talk about "dah tua! "hahaha..


So now, 2007 has gone..
It was such a life changing experience for me in 2007.
The good, the bad..the ugly..


But hey, 2008 is here..
new year, new experiences..insyallah..


Things to look forward to this year:-


1)WEDDINGS:
Bon's sis' wed in Feb
Li's wed in March
Cuz Jaja's wed in March
Miza's wed in May
Farah's wed in July
Dayang's wed in August
Cuz Sani's wed..either in August/Dec
Anita & Cuz Attiyyah's wed, sometime this year..


Wahh..so many ppl are getting married! can't wait..


2)MOVING HOME
I look forward for the new house..not the actual moving itself..
There goes my petrol & tol money! boohoo~



3)WORK
So far, I have reached 121 students..the january 115 target has been achieved.. alhamdulillah..
Now, I hope I can reach the 135 target by march..and 145 by end of the year..
Lots of new things for the school..new classes, new teachers..
hope this year will turn out okie..


4) TRAVEL
will my long awaited Europe trip happen this year? Insyallah, I hope so..



Hmm, thats all for now..
The list can go on & on, but I'll just stick to these first..
As everyone knows, ANYTHING CAN HAPPEN IN THE FUTURE..
So, lets wait & see..(^_^)


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Oh yes, my Brunei trip was great!
Will upload the photos soon, aights..


To the Sulaiman family, thank you for the warm hospitality..
To wani, thanx for bringing me around..
and of course, to the newly weds...the sHAuHcRiN.. thank you for inviting me to the beautiful wedding...enjoy your married life!


One sweet day, if I go back to Brunei, theres ONE place I don't mind spending hours & hours in.. the KOMUNIS shop!
Should have bought more CDs! hehehe..

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Shades, just wanna say that you are a life saver..
Thanx for the "semburing"..
lets hope that everything will change for the better after this insyallah..
Couldn't have done it without you..you're the best!! *muaaxxx!!!*