THE PASSAGE OF LIFE

The busy passage

2011-11-10T05:01:00.001-08:00

Hi Blog,

Sorry for not posting. Was busy with works, studies, life and so on. Hours seem to flow just like a river. There were days with sadness, but the other side of it was the precious moments to be cherished and remembered. And I feel grateful for the bitterness and the sweetness that play as melodies in the songs of life..

Happy Thursday..

Friday Fill-In

2011-03-31T20:43:00.000-07:00

1. I can't believe I have too many pending assignments to be completed!

2. Opportunity is for everyone.

3. How can I finish-up everything on time ?

4. Fried noodles was the last thing I cooked.

5. Six of one is particularly what?

6. More assignments; nonono!

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to watch late-night movies, tomorrow my plans include reading & blog-walking, and Sunday, I want to mind-relax!

This is my first entry of meme after a long break from the blogging world.

Hope everyone is having pretty fun Friday!

Earth Hour 2011

2011-03-25T17:28:00.000-07:00

Come, let us all unite for just a 60-minutes, 8.30pm, March 26th.

Find out more at 'Earth Hour'.

'To put the world right in order, we must first put the nation in order;

to put the nation in order, we must first put the family in order;

to put the family in order, we must first cultivate our personal life;

we must first put our hearts right..

~ Confucius

As men are born to succeed, not fail..

2010-03-28T03:07:00.000-07:00

'People become really quite remarkable when they start thinking that they can do things. When they believe in themselves they have the first secret of success'

~Norman Vincent Peale

Busy weekdays, busy weekends!!

2010-03-21T07:07:00.000-07:00

Pity to my blog, didn't really have much time to update it. I was busy with my studies, completing few assignments while I was loaded with work piles during daytime! Weekends seem no more a good blessing time for me to relax and enjoy the beautiful days. Anyway, the weather is pretty unfriendly at the moment. Everybody is complaining how hot it is nowadays..

This week is another busy weekend as my office moved to a new location. We received a short notice to vacate our previous office just three days from the exact moving out date, and of course everything was not in proper order in my view. ThankGod, managed to unpacked few boxes this afternoon in my new workplace and I just have another one more to go. Phewww!!

I got few engagement and wedding invitations for the past few weeks and only last Saturday, I managed to attend a friend's wedding ceremony. I love to attend engagement/wedding ceremonies as I got to meet my old friends and so the new ones. And as far as I could remember, I would attend to all invitations that I'd received. Unintentionally I missed an old friend's wedding ceremony this morning. Owh I feel bad about it when I saw an update on a friend's friend update on FB. I think I need to write him an apology note for not coming. Sorry dear friend..

Anyway, hope everyone is doing fine and will be catching up with all of the fantastic bloggers soon! Thank you for your companionship!!!

Beautiful Blogger Award

2010-03-04T06:33:00.000-08:00

Award!! I was unfit to blog for several days back, but knowing to received an award, I was like grinning from ear to ear!!!

Bunch of thanks to Kathy of 'Blooming in Suburbia' and Bella at 'Bella is Reading' for giving me the cure for my sickness.

The rules:
1. Add a link and a note of thanks to the person giving the award.
2. Pass the award on to 15 bloggers whose blogs you have recently discovered that you love.
3. Share 7 things about your self.

The '7' things about me:

1. I like to enjoy the arts of reading, cooking and baking.
2. I love pets.
3. I am a home-body person.
4. I am allergic to dust.
5. I've learnt not to be judgemental, so I don't like to judge.
6. I always forgive and forget.
7. I love my family!!!

And spreading this award to these lovelies:

Icy BC at 'Dances of Dreams'

Nuts at 'More Than Just A SAHM'

A.M.I.N.A at 'It's My Life'

Grace Fancubit at 'Gracia Fashionista'

Yani at 'The Journal of a Princess Wanna-Be'

Chubskulit at 'Nostalgic Marveling'

Squirrelqueen at 'The Road To Here'

Mumsy at 'Raw Thoughts and Feelings'

Vicky at 'Beauty for Ashes'

Rosidah Abidin at 'Music of My Life'

Staci at 'Life in The Thumb'

Amanda at 'Self Sagacity'

Jodi at 'Jodi's Ramblings'

Laura at 'The 6 La La's'

Greetje at 'Greetje Greets You'

Thank you dears!!! May your light shine the blogosphere always..

Row The Boat

2010-02-16T21:10:00.000-08:00

Row, row, row your boat

Gently down the stream

Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily

Life is but a dream..

'Just don't give up trying to do what you really want to do. Where there is love and inspiration, I don't think you can go wrong'.
~Ella Fitzgerald

Pictures were taken at my elder brother's place, somewhere in Kudat, the northern part of Sabah. The district is most well-known of the northernmost point on the island of Borneo.

I'm participating for Ruby Tuesday & Watery Wednesday. Feel free to visit other bloggers from around the world too by clicking on one of the button below.

Mellow Yellow Monday #56

2010-02-14T18:44:00.000-08:00

A row of 19th century Chinese shophouses, in the oldest street of Kuching, Sarawak.

It is still a holiday here in conjunction with the celebration of Lunar New Year. This year, it falls on February 14th, welcoming the vividly lucky, lively and engaging Golden Tiger Year. I would love to post something about the tiger, but it seems that I only have more red pictures in my picture galleries. Perhaps it will be perfect for Ruby Tuesday tomorrow. :)

I hope you'll have a wonderful Monday!!

Friday Fill-In #163

2010-02-11T15:45:00.000-08:00

1. Pickles are not in my list of favourite food, I just don't like the taste!

2. Love is at home.

3. The snow is white.

4. There is wisdom in nature.

5. It's 5.16 pm; that means there's another few more minutes to go home.

6. True friendship is hard to find.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to night sightseeing, tomorrow my plans include going out photographing and scrapbooking, and Sunday, I want to stay at home particularly doing some movie/book marathon?? :)

Feel free to visit participants for Friday Fill-Ins. If you decide to do so, just click on the logo to enter the world of awesome bloggers and thanks to the host, Janet for this wonderful idea!

Do have the sweetest weekend and hope your days will be filled with love and happiness.

Journey to a Life Prosperity

2010-02-11T07:22:00.000-08:00

Prosperity is not an abundance of things, it is a state of mind. Mind is the actual instrument for poverty or prosperity, in which one regard the real meaning of 'abundance'. For many, the real abundance is in the hope of being rich or having a loaded bank account. And money is not the only kind of abundance! There is an abundance of opportunity, love, friendships, freedom, and the list goes on; but the most important thing is: You decide your journey to a life of prosperity.

'Wisdom is more important than money, jewels, and precious metals, because wisdom will get you all of those things' ~anonymous

Watery Wednesday #74

2010-02-09T21:20:00.000-08:00

Deserve to eat them fresh??

Well, they did...

Fishing makes them happy, so does eating the catch.

Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Please join the world of Watery Wednesday by clicking on the logo. Thank you!

Plant Good Thoughts

2010-02-07T01:11:00.000-08:00

'Regard your thoughts as seeds, no different from the tiny seed of a carrot, or an acorn from an oak tree. When the gardener plants a seed, the first duty is accomplished. The second duty is to take care of the seed by watering it and ensuring that what needs to happen under the surface can happen. You don't dig up a seed on a daily basis to see if it's grown. You trust that it will. You know this because humans have been planting simple seeds for thousands of years, and most of them sprout under the right conditions.'

~Having it All by John Assaraf

Friday Fill-In #162

2010-02-04T16:13:00.000-08:00

1. I know it's a lovely day today because it's Friday!

2. Every month without Public Holiday(s) is the longest month.

3. You can't help but having a comfy cat to sleep with!

4. I am available for some laundry works; bring it on!

5. Where have you looked yourself when you was only a teenager?

6. Time is now available.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to do some research on environmental marketing issues, tomorrow my plans include going to the market for some groceries with mom, having dim-sum for lunch, completing some study proposals, do some blog-walking and Sunday, I want to bake some cuppies!

Wishing you a happy and enjoyable weekend!

Personal Choice..

2010-02-03T20:50:00.000-08:00

I feel so blessed today, having the courage of doing something that is beyond my expectactions. Feel great of choosing to be 'happy', over something that is not so good in the view of the normalities. Anyway, for something bad to be good is not impossible. It depends on one's belief and how he decides. My reading recently brought me to this rule: Happiness is a personal choice and not the product of anything external. Perhaps this rule can be a good vehicle to drive us to the ultimate happiness???

Manic Monday #199

2010-02-01T06:24:00.000-08:00

What was your best day of the week last week and why?

Month end week is always frustrating. But last week, had a fantastic 'Monday', knowing that I'd overpaid of 2 thousand bucks for a telephone bill! The best part is knowing that I'll get the refund in few days time. Yayyy!!!!

What's the longest you've ever gone without sleep?

During my university year, the longest I'd ever gone was 2.5 days (approximately 60 hrs), without sleep. I wasn't alone completing group's technical drawing project. A friend and I took few cups of coffee to get awake and after submitting the project, we exhaustedly slept for one whole day.

Is how old you look and/or how old you feel right now different from your actual age?

Being a decision maker of the family, I feel older than my actual age. But I always come into people asking me, where do I study?? And that means, I 'look' younger than my age!!! ;)

Thank you to Fleur De Lisa for hosting this great meme.
Have a wonderful day everyone!!

James Brooke Bistro Cafe @ SOOC #65

2010-01-31T01:13:00.000-08:00

As early as few minutes before 6 a.m.

And as the sun started to shine..

James Brooke Bistro Cafe is located at the Waterfront, Kuching, Sarawak. Within 5 minutes walking distance from Hilton Hotel, Kuching and the famous bazaar, the bistro is a centre of attraction for tourists to have their meals while serving their eyes with the calming view of the waterfront.

Happy Sunday!!!

2010-01-30T19:00:00.000-08:00

It's another bright Sunday and thankGod I feel blessed to have this 'extra free time' to blog, which I seldomly have the opportunity to do so. It's not that I totally have no time in the world, but it's about having so much of passion to fulfill in a very short time. I couldn't resist to follow my precious heart, since every single journey is a teacher for the best experiences.

As for this pleasant day, I have few things to be settled down and they include updating my blog, doing some research to upgrade my notebook (it's getting slower and that can cause a huge frustration, really..), and creating a new blog. Owh yes, I have few stuffs to be sold.. or maybe just to give them away for free (maybe one just need to pay for the postage fee.. need to think about that!), just to make space in my overloaded room. Huh.. Couldn't imagine what it's gonna be to let go some of my belongings!

Ana-kulli-hal (a just learned Arabic phrase for 'anyway'), hope to catch up with the wonderful bloggers out there and may you too have a blessed weekend..

Watery Wednesday #72

2010-01-27T04:58:00.000-08:00

Quiteness of the Waterfront, Kuching.

'Watery Wednesday', is just another meme that I like to participate, as the watery theme is so calming and refreshing. Posting something watery over the blog, makes one's blog looks amazingly interesting. Did you play?

2010..

2010-01-16T19:05:00.000-08:00

As days passed by, without realizing how time flies very quickly, we are now in the new journal of life. I wonder how would this year's book begins and ends. For sure, creating happy moments throughout this coming journey will be the utmost aim! :) Since we are in the 17th day of the new year already, this is a short message wishing friends and visitors to my humble so-called journal, 'May you have a blessed year ahead'.

'Learn from Yesterday, Live for Today, Hope for Tomorrow!'

Watery Wednesday #54

2009-09-23T04:50:00.000-07:00

My pick for this week is pictures taken by my nephew during his visit to the Orchid Garden in Kuala Lumpur, with his granny. Since I never shot splashy pictures like these, I thought they would look something different and refreshing...

From the point of view of a 15-yr-old teen..

Did you play too? Come, join the fun at Watery Wednesday.

Eid ul-Fitr Celebration on Mellow Yellow Monday #36 & Ruby Tuesday

2009-09-22T04:27:00.000-07:00

It's the 3rd day of Eid ul-fitr and I've been putting some weights already! With varieties of the exotic Malaysian cuisine, how can I resist! We had few traditional signature dishes served to guests, but this year's celebration had been more special to our guest as we flied to the capital of Sarawak, Kuching to get the original traditional Sarawak Layer Cake also known as 'Kek Lapis Sarawak'. We enjoyed serving to our guests the colourful vibrant cakes on this Hari Raya.

Be my guest..

I'm also writing this post as my participations to Mellow Yellow Monday and Ruby Tuesday. Thanks to Drowsey Monkey and Maryt for hosting these cool memes. Please click on the link or the badge to visit other mellow yellows or ruby entries around the world.

'Live each day the fullest you can, not guaranteeing there'll be a tomorrow, not dwelling endlessly on yesterday..' ~Jane Seymour~

To all, may tomorrow will be another great day to be cherished!

Eid ul-fitr..

2009-09-19T06:33:00.000-07:00

Just a short hi to everyone and thanks for visiting.
A very special thanks to Vicky at 'Beauty for Ashes' for your thought of dropping by and leaving some nice words.

Also to all Muslims who celebrate Eid ul-fitr, wishing you the auspicious occassion of Eid bring joy and peace to your heart and home!

Friday Fill-In #140

2009-09-04T04:57:00.000-07:00

1. I feel sleepy, as usual!!

2. Blogging is always fun.

3. Right now, I can hear these things: music on my player and the television.

4. It's Friday I'm glad there'll be 2 days break from office.

5. The last time I played Friday Fill-In was couple of months ago..

6. Hope everyone will have a lovely day this Labor day weekend.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to watch movies, tomorrow my plans include reading, studying, movies again and Sunday, I want to bake, bake and bake!!

Happy Friday everyone & have a wonderful weekend!!

Watery Wednesday #51

2009-09-01T14:18:00.000-07:00

On the pond...
Calm swimmers...

Ruby Tuesday - Hanging Origami Mobile

2009-09-01T07:49:00.000-07:00

It is astounding how relaxing these origami mobiles are. Incredibly, they can be thousands of them, glance gently in the breeze, even in the slightest motion of air.

**Pictures taken at the Botanic Garden, Singapore.

It's my first time joining Ruby Tuesday. Bunch of thanks to Mary for hosting this great meme. To join, simply click on the logo below.

Happy Tuesday!

Cuppies!!!

2009-08-31T05:17:00.000-07:00

Few months break, thought my cuppies here would serve the eyes of you, wonderful readers. Had been wanting to bake and blog all this while, but time just didn't persist. I'd to put aside all the kitchen chores and the smell of fresh home-baked cakes on Sunday evenings for few moments.

These cuppies were baked on request of my sister, who always crave for my so-called 'tempting' couldn't resist cuppies.. Mmm.. that's what she said. She loves the sense of vanilla and buttery smell upon opening the box.

Guess it's the perfect time to continue my baking journey. I might stop for a while, but it never ends. That's the passage of life.

Manic Monday #180

2009-08-30T20:57:00.000-07:00

Are you usually late, early or right on time?

Depends on the situation. Usually, I'm early, and occassionally, i'm right on time... I hold to this quote, 'the early bird gets the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese..'.

What would be harder for you, to tell someone you love them or to tell them that you do not love them back?

Once, I'd been loving someone for quite sometime. It was not that I had never tried to tell that somebody, but everytime when I wanted to tell him, there were butterflies in my stomach. Telling them the truth that I do not love them would be easier of course.

Which would you rather have: a high salary or job satisfaction?

If I were given options, I would rather have job satisfaction than a high salary. Job satisfaction is vital to fulfill everything. Be it in terms of monetary or other factors. A high salary would not guarantee one to get everything he dreams of. Today, he might be working real hard for that big pay, in future, he might need to work extra hard to accomplish his satisfaction.

Mellow Yellow Monday #33

2009-08-30T16:54:00.000-07:00

After a long pause, I'm glad to share what my mom has grown in her beloved garden so far. As to match with my entry to the Yellow Mellow Monday, these pics were taken just a few weeks ago.

Happy Mellow Yellow Monday...

'BTT - Gluttony'

2009-05-14T04:05:00.000-07:00

Mariel suggested this week’s question (thanks Mariel!):
Book Gluttony! Are your eyes bigger than your book belly? Do you have a habit of buying up books far quicker than you could possibly read them? Have you had to curb your book buying habits until you can catch up with yourself? Or are you a controlled buyer, only purchasing books when you have run out of things to read?

Wow! This week's question seems to be 'tempting' enough!!! Only this early morning, I sat on the family hall with my cuppa coffee, staring at my neatly arranged books on the table. One of them is still covered with a plastic cover, while I've read few pages on the other two.. plus my current reading on my hand (it's halfly read, though!). And more inside my room.. Thoughts passed my mind... am I gonna make it?? Could time tell???

I have used to ask myself that kind of questions everytime I bring home new books. I just couldn't resist my desire. I love them and I never wanted to curb this greediness (grin). Even though I know I have a so-called 'to-be-read' pile a mile high, but it's weird getting out of the bookstore without buying something.. and the whole day would be empty, like I've skipped one of my routine! My nephew suggests me this, 'Don't enter the bookstore!'. Ok, sometimes I would just go away but then in few minutes time I would be inside the bookstore and you will find me with at least two books in my shopping bag walking out later on. :)

I'm a book-glutton... and this is a confession of a bookaholic..

Have a wonderful day!

Music Monday #1 : Droplets

2009-05-11T06:47:00.000-07:00

Hi.. it's my first time joining 'Music Monday' hosted by Lady Java. I actually came to this meme through Rosidah at 'Music of My Life'. Thanks mate for sharing and adding fun to my life!

I have quite number of favourite songs to share, but since this song has been very meaningful to me once, I'm presenting 'Droplets' by Colbie Caillat featuring Jason Reeves. Colbie Caillat also has been one of my favourite female singer these days.

Come join Music Monday and share your songs with us. One simple rule, leave ONLY the actual post link here. You can grab this code at LJL Please note these links are STRICTLY for Music Monday participants only. All others will be DELETED without prejudice.

'Getting started, again..'

2009-05-11T06:03:00.000-07:00

Oh God! It's quite hard for me to find words to start this post. Month of April has proved rather busy for me. I was not able to make my usual posts so do memes, and most importantly was reading outstanding blogs that I've been following. To mention them, I'm sure it's gonna be a long list here. So maybe if you have the time to visit and say hello, I've listed them on the right side-bar of my page. Have a pleasant journey visiting those wonderful bloggers!

I hope it's not too late to wish a very 'Happy Mommy's Day' to wonderful moms all over the world. Many thanks to every mommy who has meant so much to the children in her life, hope you enjoyed your day whether with family or friends.

And to my one and only mommy, thanks for your love...

If only my heart could speak...

2009-05-02T21:01:00.000-07:00

Hello...
From the bottom of my heart, thanks to all for stopping by.

This would be a very quick post of mine, to say 'thank you' to Bella at 'Bella Foxx's Life' and also Bella again at 'Bella is Reading...' for tagging me! Thanks!!! Your friendship would be kept fondly in my heart..

I haven't been posting for quite long but having to know my blogging friends were around, I feel so loved! As if only my heart could speak.. you would know how your accompany means so much to me!!!

It's been a while...

2009-04-09T08:55:00.000-07:00

Wanted to say hi to friends/visitors.. And a special 'hi' goes to Rosidah for being thoughtful.. (so kind & concern of you!!!) Bunch of thanks for the friendship.

I miss my blogging moment so much! Being a full-time banker with current workloads and study assignments have forced me to 'put aside' my blogging activities for a while. Addicted to 'blogging', it hurts!!

Anyway, I hope to start my postings soon. Perhaps I should learn to manage my time wisely enough. Dears, thanks for dropping by…

Warm wishes..

Earth Hour at 8.30pm Local Time, March 28th 2009

2009-03-28T01:29:00.000-07:00

World's event is approaching just in few hours time. Let us together, regardless of age, race, religion, gender, location be united to contribute towards the 'Earth Hour'. Switch off your lights for just 60 minutes.

Let's show our unity and concern about the planet we loved! It's never too late to show you care. More details can be found at the 'Earth Hour'.

Have fun!

'Sisterhood Award'

2009-03-28T00:02:00.000-07:00

Blogging sisters, awarding you this award. Happy blogging!!!

1. Renee at 'Circling My Head'

2. Rosidah at 'Music of My Life'

3. Staci at 'Life in the Thumb'

4. Anies at 'A Fraction of My Life'

5. RoseAnn at 'The Social Frog'

6. Runa at 'One Reader's Thrash is Another Reader's Treasure'

7. Victoria at 'A Bite of Country Cupcakes'

8. Sherrie at 'Just Books'

Bella at 'Bella is Reading' awarded me with this Sisterhood Award. I was touched deeply by her thought towards me. She's been a sweet wonderful friend in my blogging journey and her accompanies has never left me alone. That's what friends are for!!! Thanks dear Bella.

The rules:

1. Put the logo on your blog or post.

2. Nominate up to 10 blogs which show great attitude and/or gratitude!

3. Be sure to link your nominees within your post.

4. Let them know that they have received this award by commenting on their blog.

5. Remember to link the person from whom you received your award.

Congrats and have a good day!

Manic Monday #160

2009-03-22T19:46:00.000-07:00

Do you screen your phone calls?

Of course Y-E-S!!.. Unknown numbers surely wouldn't get me. I accept calls only from my phonebook. Sorry anonymous!!

When was the last time you lost your temper?

I can't remember, but all I did was silence...

When you're lost, do you ask for directions?

I plan my journeys. I don't really just grab my keys and head to unknown places. So definitely, I ask for directions if it happens that I couldn't picture the route... Provided that, I've searched through the net!

Have a great Monday everyone!!!

Holiday reminiscing...

2009-03-19T07:45:00.000-07:00

Sorry I left clueless on my previous post of 'Watery Wednesday #27'. I never thought the shot I took from a room that I rented was quite inspiring for some people.

Back on the location, it was in Kudat, the northern tip of Sabah Division. I was here last year, with my family for a holiday trip as well as visiting immediate family. We stayed at the 'Kudat Golf & Marina Resort'. I remembered, the long journey through the picturesque scenery of villages and paddy fields, and the tranquility of unspoiled country charm finally brought us here.

The resort, Kudat Golf & Marina Resort

Our room was located in the middle of the building on the 2nd floor. I was standing at the jetty to shot this.

The Jetty and The Golf Course

This is a good justification why one should stay here, you gotta see both the park and sea views... which is very odd for most of the resorts in the world! (This is an unpaid promotional advertising, just my honest opinion)

Also being the Marina

and a place for peace and tranquility..

From the room.. which I wish, I was here, again...

Watery Wednesday #27

2009-03-18T06:54:00.000-07:00

Wish I was here, again...

Mellow Yellow Monday #10

2009-03-16T08:03:00.000-07:00

May I proudly present to you from my mom's personal collection of orchids...

Looks like an insect but don't get fooled! ^-^
Happy Mellow Yellow Monday...

Manic Monday #159

2009-03-15T21:24:00.000-07:00

Are you a saver or spender?

I'm both saver and spender. How's that? Okay, I usually will keep a portion for savings and another to spend. I used not to spend upon getting my paycheque. My spending habit relies so much on my shopping mood (luckily I don't like shopping!).

Do you prefer to walk around barefoot in your home? Socks? Shoes?

It's our custom to walk around barefoot inside the house and I love walking with naked foot! But during rainy days, I prefer to walk with my socks (sometimes my bedroom slippers), since I couldn't stand the icey-cold floor tiles!

Do you talk to yourself?

Yes. I think it's normal to talk to ownself, albeit it sounds C-R-A-Z-Y. When I was a kid, I'd talked to myself, practicing languages pretending if they were in real conversations. No imaginery friends, though!!! :)

Did you play???

Love Story..

2009-03-13T06:58:00.000-07:00

Sharing of a wonderful story that I received on my mailbox recently. It's all about anything that we love can be saved, but might as well can kill. You decide, how's your love's journey end.

Just because someone doesn't love you the way you want them to, doesn't mean they don't love you with all they have.

'The love story of Ralph and Edna...'

Ralph and Edna were both patients in a mental hospital. One day while they were walking past the hospital swimming pool. Ralph suddenly jumped into the deep end.
He sank to the bottom of the pool and stayed there. Edna promptly jumped in to save him. She swam to the bottom and pulled him out. When the Head Nurse Director became aware of Edna's heroic act she immediately ordered her to be discharged from the hospital, as she now considered her to be mentally stable.

When she went to tell Edna the news she said, 'Edna, I have good news and bad news. The good news is you're being discharged, since you were able to rationally respond to a crisis by jumping in and saving the life of the person you love. I have concluded that your act displays sound mindedness.

The bad news is, Ralph hung himself in the bathroom with his bathrobe belt right after you saved him. I am so sorry, but he's dead.'

Edna replied, 'He didn't hang himself, I put him there to dry. How soon can I go home?'

Happy Mental Health Day!

Need a break...

2009-03-12T09:57:00.000-07:00

I was pretty damn lazy to do my genuine postings over the net even though there were lots of things floating on my mind since the past few days. All I did was read while having few cups of coffee, and attempted to drew out my mind of the paper. Pastels have been representing my emotion, and silence has perfectly been my partner. There was no artistic presentation, though.

Finished my current reading on 'The Cupid Effect' by Dorothy Koomson, finally. And moving towards to her other best-selling 'My Best Friend's Girl' soon. There are few more books that I've read half-ways, luckily I didn't get them jumbled up. I also bought 2 more books that came with baking and decorating kits.

The best part is, I haven't tried any of the recipes yet! (^-^)

Instead, I baked cupcakes for a special friend as a thankful token to him for being so helpful and kind to mommy. And he received these...

Vacation is filling my head now, I'm thinking to have a little place of calm. Perhaps, a sandy beach would be the perfect place for an isolation. I'm sick of the 'chaotic' city!

Watery Wednesday...

2009-03-11T06:41:00.000-07:00

The Farfugium Fountain and
Little Girl With Shell

Masterpieces by Dr Humphrey and Ms Vanessa Marston

Pictured during my last holiday on the month of February 2009. I didn't realize the shell on the girl's little fingers initially. It was so tiny that I only noticed it when I got back from the botanic garden. There are numbers of sculptures at the garden, but this one has captured my heart!

Mellow Yellow Monday #9

2009-03-10T08:59:00.000-07:00

It's Monday again, and it's time for another Mellow Yellow Monday!

I've searched for pictures from my folders, just to look for something different than my usual floral photos. My search ended up at nowhere, still... I came to this Orchid, from mom's little garden. Mmm... I realized, if it's not always food, then it would be more to the nature. :)

Enjoy fabulous Monday!!!

Manic Monday #158

2009-03-10T07:42:00.000-07:00

What would you do with an extra hour each day?

I treasure every moment of the day. Having an extra hour each day, I would be reading more, to explore more, and getting to know more about everything. Time waits for no one!

Do you wear a watch? If so, tell us about it. If not, how do you keep track of time?

I do. My first watch was a gift from mommy, an analog watch. She gave it when I was only 7. She taught me how to tell the time, the day she presented it to me. Since then, my wristwatch is the only my piece of jewellery that I could stand wearing it for the whole day.

If it was possible, would you want to know how many days you had left to live?

It's exciting to know the days left for us to cherish, but I prefer not to bother about it. Life is full of surprises. It's the journey of life...

Did you play? The above logo could be a door for you to enter..

Have a great Monday!

Friday Fill-In #114

2009-03-06T05:48:00.001-08:00

1. Completing a group assignment all by myself was my last random act of kindness.

2. Another place to be comfortable is beside mommy.

3. I always refer to God, in matters of the heart.

4. Coffee, tea or juice.

5. My friend and I never regret for taking separate paths.

6. Our home sweet home reminds me that there is a love of a family.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to stay-up doing some revisions, tomorrow my plans include attending classes and after that I want to watch movies and Sunday, I want to do some outdoor activities with mommy and reading!

No, that wasn't me reading! It was my nephew. Last month, while waiting for my mom to finished her shopping, we waited outside a shop but since the weather was kinda hotttt, I was not able to stay focused on my reading. So there I was taking photos of my nephew that he didn't like much to be photographed! (^-^)

Have a blessed weekend!!!

Points to Ponder...

2009-03-03T05:51:00.000-08:00

'Where there is pain, I wish you peace and mercy.

Where there is self-doubting, I wish you a renewed confidence in your ability to work through it.

Where there is tiredness, or exhaustion, I wish you understanding, patience, and renewed strength.

Where there is fear, I wish you love, and courage...'

Wealth, Success and Love..

A woman came out of her house and saw 3 old men with long white beards sitting in her front yard. She did not recognize them. She said "I don't think I know you, but you must be hungry. Please come in and have something to eat."

"Is the man of the house home?", they asked.

"No", she replied. "He's out."

"Then we cannot come in", they replied.

In the evening when her husband came home, she told him what had happened. "Go tell them I am home and invite them in!" The woman went out and invited the men in".

"We do not go into a House together," they replied.

"Why is that?" she asked.

One of the old men explained: "His name is Wealth," he said pointing to one of his friends, and said pointing to another one, "He is Success, and I am Love." Then he added, "Now go in and discuss with your husband which one of us you want in your home."

The woman went in and told her husband what was said. Her husband was overjoyed. "How nice!!", he said. "Since that is the case, let us invite Wealth.. Let him come and fill our home with wealth!"

His wife disagreed. "My dear, why don't we invite Success?"

Their daughter-in- law was listening from the other corner of the house. She jumped in with her own suggestion: "Would it not be better to invite Love? Our home will then be filled with love!"

Their daughter-in- law was listening from the other corner of the house. She jumped in with her own suggestion: "Would it not be better to invite Love? Our home will then be filled with love!"

"Go out and invite Love to be our guest." The woman went out and asked the 3 old men, "Which one of you is Love? Please come in and be our guest."

Love got up and started walking toward the house. The other 2 also got up and followed him. Surprised, the lady asked Wealth and Success: "I only invited Love, Why are you coming in?" The old men replied together: "If you had invited Wealth or Success, the other two of us would've stayed out, but since you invited Love, wherever He goes, we go with him. Wherever there is Love, there is also Wealth and Success!!!!! !"

**Picture taken at 'Butterflies in Spring', The Botanic Garden, Singapore. It was on February 14th, that they held a display of Phalaenopsis, commonly known as Butterfly Orchids.

Mellow Yellow Monday

2009-03-02T06:39:00.000-08:00

While browsing, I saw this meme from a friend's blog. I've been introduced to it before, but never took a try to post something that was yellow. Only today, I suddenly feel excited to look on my folders for something that I could share with.
And I found this...

I took this last year for my mommy's scrapbook. She has collections of colourful blooming flowers in our garden, but I only found this one that suits the 'Mellow Yellow Monday'. It looks so fresh and my mood appeared to be more calm and relaxed, although I unconsciously chose an uneasy feeling just now.

Well, I could see, when the nature adds a bit yellow with sunshine, it feels like all is warm and right with the world..

Have a blessed Monday!

Manic Monday #156

2009-02-23T05:32:00.000-08:00

What's one of the simple pleasures in your life?

Sleeping. (...it's my favourite answer...)

What do you like to snack on when you watch a movie?

Mmmm... ice-cream, perhaps??? No, I don't have snacks while watching. It's two different pleasures that you should enjoy on two different occassions. Yeah, no snacks while watching!

If you were a Survivor contestant, what would be your luxury item?

I'm a music lover, so I would say, my MP3 player. Currently I'm still using my 'classical' MP3 player but I'm considering for a change to an iPod. So when I've shifted to iPod, that will be my most luxury item as the contestant and I've many reasons for that, really..

Have a Happy Monday and hope you'll be having a great week!

'Your Blog Is Fabulous Award!'

2009-02-21T07:42:00.000-08:00

'Hi! I have an award for you. You can pick it up here: JUST BOOKS: YOUR BLOG IS FABULOUS AWARD!

Have a great day!!'

If you are wondering what was that all about, it's another award that I received from a thoughtful blogger! Yay!!!

Bunch of thanks to Sherrie at Just Books, she also has a fabulous blog to deserve this award. She has just opened another door for me to further my blogging journey. Thanks again, Sherrie!

The rule is to tag 5 newbies blogs that you have read lately. I confess that I didn't really have much time to look on new bloggers lately, but I'm tagging these fabulous bloggers who are working excellently on their blogs:

1. Bella at 'Bella Foxx's Life'

2. RoseAnn at 'The Social Frog'

3. Staci at 'Life in the Thumb'

4. Renee at 'Circling My Head'

5. Runa at 'one reader's trash is another reader's treasure'

Friday Fill-In #112

2009-02-20T09:31:00.000-08:00

1. Give me a comfy pillow and I'll take a nap!
2. Whenever I feel bad, I would write it down on my diary.
3. I wish I could have more time to learn, read, blog and sleep.
4. Carrot cake (The Coffee Bean) was the last thing I ate that was utterly delicious.
5. To live in this world is boring without music.
6. Other than this one, Rebekah's ..beautiful days... is the last blog I commented on.
7. And as for the weekend, I'm looking forward to read friends' blogs, tomorrow my plans include baking chocolate cake and window-shopping, and Sunday, I want to stay at home, reading and working on some assignments!

This was the Carrot Cake I ate during my last holiday (that was only last week) and it was truly delicious. It's mouth-watering!!! Mmmm...

Relieved...

2009-02-20T03:44:00.000-08:00

Finally!!! Owh I just don't have the 'purr-fect' words to describe how happy I am! After the pain of having stressful internet connection (I've been suffering since months ago), I'm now relieved that the problem has been resolved. Ahhhh.... and thankgod it's Friday, so much to do, so little time!

I'm just relieved, just like him...

Casper...

Casper has been with us after my uncle went outside the country and no one to take care of him. Since then, he tickles us and it tugged at our hearts. He was a poor little rabbit that he was bought without one of his ears. His left ear was being cut-off for unknown reasons. We are glad for homing Casper, another member of the family.

Have a very happy weekend everyone!

BTT - Authors Talking

2009-02-12T08:35:00.000-08:00

Do you read any author’s blogs? If so, are you looking for information on their next project? On the author personally? Something else?

My first love of reading arose from reading Cecilia Ahern's 'If You Could See Me Now'. From that, my journey of reading goes further by knowing her other best-selling novels through her blog.

I would always update myself on Cecilia Ahern's news, upcoming events and so forth through her blog as that is the only most convenient and quickest alternative I have. Besides that, by reading her blog, I feel close to her even though we are thousands miles apart. The Internet has always shortened the long journey and I'm thankful for that technology.

How about you? Do you visit and read any of author's blogs?

Happy BTT!

Happy Tag!

2009-02-02T06:57:00.001-08:00

I haven't been online for few days due to slow internet connection and busy busy schedule.. Only last night I managed to check my mailbox, although I was longing to read friends' blogs. Yay!!! A happy tag was waiting for me!!! I was extremely h-a-p-p-y for Bella's thought.

The rules:
1. Link to the person who has tagged you.
2. Write down six things that make you happy.
3. Post the rules, tag six others and let them know you did it.
4. Then tell the person when your entry is complete.

Dear Bella ('Bella is reading...'), thanks for the Happy Tag! It's the little things you do that mean so much to me! You always have a thoughtful touch..

S-I-X things that make me H-A-P-P-Y:
1. My beloved family for their continuous support and shower of love
2. My comfy cat, Baby Puteh..
3. Baking.. happy for a 'home-chef'
4. Having enough sleep.. yeah I'm a sleepy head!
5. Books to accompany me after getting enough sleep.. :)
6. Faithful friends.

I'm sharing this 'Happy Tag' with these wonderful people:
1. Renee at 'Circling My Head'
2. Rebekah at '..beautiful days..'
3. Staci at 'Life in the Thumb'
4. Brenda Colleen Leyland at 'It's a Beautiful Life'
5. RoseAnn at 'The Social Frog'
6. Shannon H at 'Shannon's Moments of Introspection'

'Have a happy tag..'

Which of the Five Senses Are You?

2009-01-25T23:24:00.000-08:00

I couldn't believe this. While I was reading some blogs, I came into a quiz of 'Which of the Five Senses Are You?'. I submitted my answers and this is the result:

You Are the Sense of Taste

You are a complete and total hedonist.
Pleasure is very important to you, and you spend a lot of time finding new pleasures to enjoy.
You hate mediocracy. You demand the best.
Obviously, you love to eat - and you often eat to excess.
You're the first of your friends to know about a new restaurant or dish.
Besides loving food, you love to kiss. It's possible you also love smoking - or at one time did.

Which of the Five Senses Are You?

Okay... I do love finding new pleasures to enjoy and I always demand for the best.. (even though I'm aware that nobody's perfect). I couldn't deny that I often eat to excess, and I could say that I'm among the first to know about the best place to eat! It's just that I don't smoke, and never had a try..

This quiz is fun. Dare to play?
Which of the Five Senses Are You?

Manic Monday #152

2009-01-25T21:13:00.000-08:00

It's my second participation for Manic Monday. If you would like to join this cool meme (hosted by Fleur De Lisa), just click on the logo below and have a great play!
Have a happy Monday everyone..

What gives you hope?

My family. The grand essentials of happiness are : something to do, something to love, and something to hope for.

How often do you get your haircut? Describe your worst haircut.

I get my haircut occasionally. I would rather keep my hair long enough and will only have a haircut just to make it short enough. My last haircut was the worst one, when I had long hair and decided to get it cut short, at a 'semi-pro' hairstylist as introduced by a friend. It turned out.. awful. Thankgod, as time passes by, it's getting longer and I guess I will grew it up and will never go back to that place again!

What's your most treasured piece of jewelry? Why?

I'm thinking hard. Okay... I do have jewelries but none of them being the most treasured piece. I don't really wear them!

Another big celebration..

2009-01-24T17:01:00.000-08:00

Chinese New Year of Ox, 2009 is just about to arrive. For the Chinese, get set to welcome the year and have a very prosperous New Year ahead!

'BTT - Inspired'

2009-01-22T04:25:00.000-08:00

Since “Inspiration” is (or should) the theme this week … what is your reading inspired by?

I'm a slow-reader, but I like to read. I am mostly inspired by good title of books. How further the title could portray the journey of the story would be an indicator. The story-line also do count in. As I read along the storyline, I would look for a plausible chain of events that may evoke my emotional or artistic response to get inspired.

Do you think a good title makes any difference? What is your inspiration?
Have a nice day!

Blooming Orchids

2009-01-19T08:04:00.000-08:00

Speechless...

Blooming orchids in mommy's garden...

...always wear the colors of the spirit.

Manic Monday #151

2009-01-18T18:48:00.000-08:00

I was just looking for something to be posted today. I browsed and found this meme. Well it's my first time joining Manic Monday. Another meme to be shared. If you feel like participating too, you may do so at here. Have a happy Monday!

What do you do to make yourself feel better when you are sick?

I admit that I'm a sleepy-head. So when I'm sick, it can be 'the best' reason for me to have a nap for the whole day. Of course, I would clean myself up at the very first place, then you would find me on the bed... sleeping. :)

What is the most amazing weather you've ever seen?

I've seen the so-called 'severe' weather conditions, 'La-Nina' back in 10 years ago. Literally the word 'La-Nina' has been derived from a Latin word that means 'the little girl'. I don't know further, that's all I could remember.

Do you listen to music or talk radio in the car?

I do both. It depends on my mood and the topic. When the dee-jay is discussing something hillarious or informative, I would stay on the channel, otherwise I would be listening collections of music from my favorite singers. I don't listen to traffic report...

Wedding Cupcakes @ Office Meeting?

2009-01-17T22:38:00.000-08:00

My schedule was pretty packed the last few days. Works and family matters got jumbled-up, and I didn't really care about the world's headline stories (for even the local one).. Believe it or not, I was lost in my own world! I was just lucky that I didn't faint during those hectic times.

As usual, days would just be empty without baking something scrumptious. Or at least, making fruit-flavoured pudding would just the best way getting my hands in the kitchen. Supposed that our AGM came for a one-whole-day meeting on January 13th, while I was busy completing reports he wanted in the eve, I was also busy in the kitchen baking some cupcakes and making-up some puddings. It was something like being at two different places at one time.

The experience was an unforgettable one, especially when everything ran smooth, unexpectedly. Our AGM satisfied with the overall reports, and everybody loves the cupcakes! I started to receive advanced orders for weddings and birthdays, though I never think of such business! :) I realized that in the middle of difficulty lies opportunity!

By the way, the simple cupcakes decoration leads to confusion when they turned to be like wedding cupcakes (as what my colleagues told me). Just wondering, do they look like wedding cupcakes?

I don't think so... Mmm...
Have a great day!

'BTT - Sing! Sing A Song'

2009-01-15T08:10:00.000-08:00

But, enough about books … Other things have words, too, right? Like … songs!
So, today’s question?
What songs … either specific songs, or songs in general by a specific group or writer … have words that you love?
Why?
And … do the tunes that go with the fantastic lyrics live up to them?

Okay, this topic is fun. I have a list of songs that I have loved until now for some certain reasons. The tunes really go well with the lyrics that give me some sorts of inspiration when I listen to them.

Home by Michael Buble

'... and I've been keeping all the letters that I wrote to you, each one or line or two, 'I'm fine baby, how are you?', well I would send them but I know that it's just not enough, my words are cold and flat, and you deserve more than that...'

You Make Me Feel Brand New by Simply Red

'... without you, my life has no meaning or rhyme, like notes to a song out of time, how can I repay, you for having faith in me...'

I'm Alive by Celine Dion

'...when you bless the day, I just drift away, all my worries die, I know that I'm alive.. I get wings to fly, God knows that I'm alive..'

Stay the Same by Joey Mcintyre

'...you were meant to be the way you are exactly, don't you ever say you don't like the way you are, when you learn to love yourself, you're better off by far, and I hope you always stay the same, coz there's nothin' bout you I would change..., don't change'

Realize by Colbie Caillat

'...take time to realize, I'm on your side, didn't I tell you? take time to realize, this all can pass you by, didn't I tell you? but I can't spell it out for you, no it's never gonna be that simple...'

Everything I Own by David Gates

'...is there someone you know, you're loving them so, but taking them all for granted? you may lose them one day, someone takes them away, and they'll never hear the words you have to say...'

What do you think? Do any of these has effect on you?

How about yours? Happy BTT!

Butterfly Award

2009-01-09T02:55:00.000-08:00

A pleasant surprise awaits me when I looked on my email this afternoon. I received an award from somebody who is so sweet and being thoughtful! Can you imagine how thrilled I was when I got to know that the person thinks that my blog was such worthy to her???

Bunch of thanks to Bella (at Bella is Reading...) for awarding me this wonderful award. This is my first award ever since I started blogging few months ago. Dear Bella, I just really can't express in words, how thankful I am!!!

This is a 'meme' award, so it gets passed on. The rules for passing it on are:

Put the logo on your blog.
Add a link to the person who awarded the blog to you.
Award up to ten other blogs.
Add links to the blogs you award onto your blog.
Leave a message for your awardees on their blogs.

My happiness today was contributed by Bella for this Butterfly Award. And to share my happiness, I would excitedly pass this award to:

Staci at 'Life in the Thumb'

Brenda Colleen Leyland at 'It's A Beautiful Life'

Renee at 'Circling My Head'

Carrie & Jill at 'Hey Sis, See This?!'

Happy Friday everyone!!!

'BTT - The Best'

2009-01-08T04:01:00.000-08:00

It’s a week or two later than you’d expect, and it may be almost a trite question, but … what were your favorite books from 2008?

I have several 'favourite books' that I have loved in 2008. And those were I considered to be 'The Best' since they could 'emotionally' attract me. Truthfully, as I adore the author so much, I consider most of their writings were incredibly impressive.

My favourite line-ups:

If You Could See Me Now by Cecilia Ahern

Thanks for the Memories by Cecilia Ahern

Change of Heart by Jodi Picoult

The Guy Not Taken by Jennifer Weiner

Goodnight Nobody by Jennifer Weiner

Remember Me? by Sophie Kinsella

The Gift by Cecilia Ahern

What's yours?

Happy BTT!!!

New Year Cupcakes

2009-01-06T05:37:00.000-08:00

Although we are in the 6th day of 2009, the celebration's not over yet. On new year's eve, I was too busy in the office for year-end closing, while others were enjoying their moments leaving 2008 memories behind. I remembered, at almost 11.00 post-meridiem I was still on the road trying to reach home by midnight.

Luckily, I managed to get home as I wished but I was too tired to welcome the new year. Fireworks lighting up the sky in the city can be seen from my home but again, I didn't feel the whole excitement. At that time, getting enough sleep was all I needed. Yeah... I didn't celebrate on the exact time, it was only since the past few days I started to send wishes to friends & relatives. Pathetic, wasn't it? :)

And only last Sunday I prepared few boxes of cupcakes with 'Happy 2009' wording and distributed them to few families of friends, relatives & neighbours. They were so happy & thanked me of being so thoughtful although I was quite late. Time doesn't matter, it's their happiness makes me feel so alive.

To all...

'We make living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give...'

'..our life is full of colors, I hope this 2009 will add more colors to your life...'

Happy New Year!!!

2009-01-03T05:23:00.000-08:00

Dawning of a New Year 2009..
New hopes, new joys and new beginnings..

May you have..

Enough happiness to keep you sweet,

Enough trials to keep you strong,

Enough sorrow to keep you human,

Enough hope to keep you happy,

Enough failure to keep you humble,

Enough success to keep you eager,

Enough friends to give you comfort,

Enough wealth to meet your needs,

Enough enthusiasm to make you look forward to tomorrow,

Enough determination to make each day better than the day before.

Let's turn a new leaf..

With the smell of new rain..

Birthday Cupcakes

2008-12-29T02:23:00.001-08:00

Yay!!! It's public holiday over here and I was assigned to prepare cupcakes for my nephew's belated birthday. His younger sister is celebrating her birthday today, December 29th. I prepared those cupcakes earlier, though they were not as good as I expected they were supposed to be. I wanted them to be more alluring but as I was really tired and sleepy, I just managed to come out with these.

This one was rather very simple...

Anyway, a wish for my little nephew...

Happy Belated Birthday!!! Aunt will do better next time..

Chocolate & Strawberry Tartlets..

2008-12-27T07:38:00.000-08:00

Wanted to do something unusual today. Ended up, baking tartlets of chocolate & strawberry. Well, they were my first attempt but mommy likes them. They were crispy & crunchy on the outside and those filling were sweet and tempting. Mmmm...

Weekend is just the perfect time spending quality time with beloved momma!!!

Happy Holiday!!!

BTT - Wintery Books

2008-12-24T23:00:00.000-08:00

No, no … this isn’t the question you’re probably expecting, that asks about your winter reading habits.
What I want to know today is … what are the most “wintery” books you can think of? The ones that almost embody Winter?
(Personally, “A Winters Tale” by Mark Helprin pretty much nails this for me, and “Smilla’s Sense of Snow” was right up there…)

I couldn't think one with the word of 'winter' or 'snow'. But I remembered, my grown-up book that I had loved the most. It was 'The Christmas Book' by Enid Blyton. I read this book as a youngster and I could say this one could be linked with Winter.

What's yours?

Happy BTT!

Wishing You Joy & Good Tidings..

2008-12-24T19:54:00.000-08:00

It's December 25th and I guess there's merriment everywhere. Here too, all are 'in the mood' of the holiday and trees are decorated with nice ornaments and lights. Most of the shopping complexes have their own Christmas attractions and I could say they were really really nice. I managed to take some shots at one of the shopping complex here in the city.

I took this pic almost 2 weeks ago. The setting was cute with those huge lollipops, though it looked very simple.

The bread house looks yummy too.. and for that I baked and decorated these cupcakes just to follow the mood.

May blessings shine upon you.. :)

BTT - Generosity

2008-12-18T02:03:00.000-08:00

Do you give books as gifts?
To everyone? Or only to select people?
How do you feel about receiving books as gifts?

Books are always been the best gift for me. It’s just that some other people won’t value books as preferred gifts compared to other common gifts. I would selectively choose to whom I would give books. As far as I could remember, I had ever given books to my elder sister on her birthday, my niece also on her birthday, and my nephew as souvenirs when I traveled outside my residing country. As I highly value books, I would always be happy to receive books as gifts (even though I never received them as gifts.. :)

Do you think so???

Happy BTT!!!

BTT - Time Is Of The Essence

2008-12-10T23:59:00.000-08:00

1. Do you get to read as much as you WANT to read?
(I’m guessing #1 is an easy question for everyone?)
2. If you had (magically) more time to read–what would you read? Something educational? Classic? Comfort Reading? Escapism? Magazines?

Time...
Is the precious gem of life.

If only I had more time (magically) to read, I will spend more time reading facts and educational materials. Why??? It makes me knowledgeable and I wouldn't need to depend on others. It is something like having the world in my pocket.

I would also be using that extra time to read day-to-day stories, experiencing what it is to be in other people's shoes. For that, I'll be learning the ups and downs of life.

Mmm.. having so little time and much to read, I always didn't get sufficient time to read all I'd wanted.

What do you think???

Happy BTT!

Happy Eid Ul Adha!!!

2008-12-07T08:46:00.000-08:00

To all Muslims around the globe, happy celebrating this 'Day of Sacrifice'.

December 08th, 2008

Points to Ponder...

2008-12-05T20:36:00.000-08:00

I received an email not so long time ago and I like this so-called 'Words of Wisdom'. Just to share this wonderfully written words and credits to the person who wrote this.

We are born with 2 eyes in front because we must not always look behind but see what lies ahead beyond ourselves...

We are born with 2 ears, one left and one right, so that we can hear both sides, collect both the compliments and criticisms...

We are born with a brain concealed in a skull, then no matter how poor we are, we are still rich and no one can steal what our brain contains...

We are born with 2 eyes, 2 ears but 1 mounth for the mouth is a sharp weapon. It can hurt, flirt and kill; remember our motto; talk less, listen and see more...

We are born with only 1 HEART, deep in our ribs, and it reminds us to appreciate and give love from deep within...

BTT - 5 For Favourites

2008-12-04T03:37:00.000-08:00

1. Do you have a favourite author?

Yes.. Enid Blyton, when I was a child and Francine Pascal for the series of Sweet Valley High & Sweet Valley University. Current favourite author, the gorgeous Irish writer, Cecilia Ahern.

2. Have you read everything he or she has written?

Not yet. Cecilia Ahern's 'The Gift' is on my current reading list.

3. Did you LIKE everything?

I could say, it's very near to everything.. But as I favour them, I always tried to like 'the whole everything'.. Does that sounds weird? :)

4. How about a least favourite author?

Every authors have their own ways to tackle readers, yet none of them being on my least favourite author.

5. An author you wanted to like, but didn't?

I wanted to like Jeffrey Archer but never got to fall in love with his famous writings on 'Kane and Abel'.

Happy Reading!!!

Wordless Wednesday

2008-12-02T22:21:00.000-08:00

Was not in mood to go to the office today. Woke up as early as 5.15 ante-meridian as usual and did some house chores to bring up the mood but really, none of them has worked! So I got back to my bed while my baby puteh sat on my laps cuddly, just about to finished few hundred pages of 'If You Could See Me Now' by Cecilia Ahern.

But then I heard momma waking me up. Oh gosh, I must have dozed-off and it was 7.30 ante-meridian!!! Frankly speaking, an hour to get ready to work is not sufficient enough for me. So I texted my colleagues, I'm taking leave today. Hahahh... I didn't plan for it! :> At least I can use this time to finish my reading so I can start the newly-bought novel, again by Cecilia Ahern.

Cecilia Ahern made me cry for her nicely written novels. My next reading will be 'The Gift'. This is a story about people who, not unlike parcels, hide secrets. They cover themselves in layers until the right person unwraps them and discovers what's inside. Well, that was only part of the story that I took from the very first page of the book. I'm just counting pages to end my current reading. I'll come back with the whole story.

Happy Wednesday Everyone!!!

'Booking Through Thursday'

2008-11-27T06:10:00.000-08:00

THANKFUL

Today is Thanksgiving in the U.S.
Now, you may have noticed that the global economy isn’t exactly doing well. There’s war. Starvation. All sorts of bad, scary things going on.
So–just for today–how about sharing 7 things that you’re thankful for?

Happy Thanksgiving To All in the U.S. Wishing this Thanksgiving finds you with plenty reason to give thanks!

It's my 7 things that I'm thankful for...

my life.. for my career and everything that has happened to me..

my loving family (and that include my cat.. surely!!!) they are my friends through thick and thin. They could stand my unpredictable and changing mood. Thanks with love.

my precious friends all over the world. the laughter and friendship that I share with you are what I'm truly thankful for!

music is moonlight in the gloomy night of life. Without music, I'm empty.

food.. there is no love sincerer than the love of food???

the borderless world (the net), for me to explore the whole world.

and lastly, (saving the best for last).. thanks to God for all His blessings! Without Him, I won't get to experienced this wonderful life...

'May all the blessings of life be yours in abundance'

Breathless Weekend...

2008-11-24T05:45:00.000-08:00

'the red rose whispers of passion, and the white rose breathes of love,

o, the red rose is a falcon, and the white rose is a dove'

John Boyle O'Reilly

I had a nice yet memorable journey to the Kinabalu National Park last weekend. Driving my 'cutie' all the way to the Mesilau Nature Resort took us almost 2.5hrs to get there. No, we were not about to climb the summit of Borneo!! (as the Mesilau Trail is an alternative trail to climb Mount Kinabalu). We were supposed to spend our holiday at the Crocker Range Lodge (for the first time)! Mmm... Our first (and last I guess???) experience getting to the Crocker Range Lodge was unfriendly, though. Many parts of the Mesilau were really really steep, till momma couldn't just get through it. We changed our plan. Instead of staying at the Crocker Range Lodge, we stayed at the Hill Lodge inside the National Park.

We did enjoy ourselves along side the vistas of Mount Kinabalu there, although we were really tired being on the road for hours! And the best thing about this journey is that the bonds that connect us as a family that would be thoughful till the end of our lives.

'the love of a family is life's greatest blessing'

Friday Fill-in #99

2008-11-21T04:32:00.000-08:00

1. The last band I saw live was quite long time ago and it was a local rock band.

2. What I look forward to most on Eid ul Fitr is food!!! (I love to eat!!!)

3. My holiday shopping is just like my ordinary shopping.

4. Thoughts of happy vacations fill my head.

5. I wish I could wear leather jacket.

6. Bagpipes are Scottish traditional instruments.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to watch movies on the TV, tomorrow my plans include sight-seeing at the National Park, photographing and relaxing, and Sunday, I want to be at home, reading!!!

Happy Friday to everyone!

The Holiday Card Exchange

2008-11-16T08:18:00.000-08:00

Hey! This is fun!

Don't say Good-Bye to 2008 without receiving wonderfully designed cards in your mailbox!!

Participating is easy:

Just click the button below for more information and let's exchange!!!

Happy Holiday To All! Spread the words dear...

'Booking Through Thursday'

2008-11-12T22:22:00.000-08:00

WHY BUY?

Even if you are a die-hard fan of the public library system, I’m betting you have at least ONE permanent resident of your bookshelves in your house. I’m betting that no real book-lover can go through life without owning at least one book. So … why that one? What made you buy the books that you actually own, even though your usual preference is to borrow and return them?
If you usually buy your books, tell me why. Why buy instead of borrow? Why shell out your hard-earned dollars for something you could get for free?

It's my first BTT & I'm happy to share my answer...

I used to go to the library to borrow books.. Till now, I borrow books that ONLY in good condition. I couldn't deny, I'm judging a book by its cover! :) And the cover, does matter for me.

So why do I buy them? Because of their covers of course. And, their contents too. If I possess them, I would have all the time in the world to read them without worrying whether I could finished reading them or ending up few pages left unread. Happy reading!!!

It's a Gurl!!!

2008-11-06T19:59:00.000-08:00

Hi... It has been four months since my last post.

Four months with the ups and downs, pretty much and MUCH to elaborate here. :) mind my language, I started to mumbling with words that aren't supposed to be there with don't-know-what reasons.. eheheheheh...

By the way, my sister-in-law recently delivered a baby and it's a gurrlllll!!!! She's so cute with the name of Nurul Jaszmeen. My 2.5 hrs journey to Kudat felt relatively short, as I excitedly couldn't resist to see her. After checkin'-in at one of the hotel there, with the guide of the friendly hotel staffs, I managed to drive to my in-law's house, with 2 other passangers... of course my momma & my nephew!!! Praise me, my last visit to Kudat was about 2 years ago.

Here she is, Jaszmeen the baby...

Cherish the new-born Jaszmeen...!!! :)

'mummy's passion...'

2008-06-28T09:30:00.000-07:00

Home gardening...

That's it! A home in the garden, or shall I say it the other way round.. doesn't matter huh.. Sometimes I was amazed for what mummy grows. Spending her retirement days since the past 6 years, she has made our home as the pleasant place to live on earth!!! And mummy did pretty well for making me a 'home-body' for these...

Well done mummy for your lovely flowers that brighten our days...

'being happy & happier..'

2008-06-24T08:27:00.000-07:00

What a great day today. I decided to be happy, for every reasons I chose not to worry. I worked happily for 2 hours, completing my never-ending daily report (whereby I normally would be sparing my 9am-6pm working hours..).. In fact, I was in the office today for 6 hours only, plus all the non-related working matters!!! And guess what??? This feeling is truly a state of being honest to myself. Finally, after all this while I've been ignoring my inner-self and forcing my soul to follow my thoughts, I found the precious gift of all..

The journey in search for the 'real' me would still continues.. In expressing my hidden feelings, I'm wanting to give my love to someone whom I supposed, I don't need reasons to love him. I love him for who he was and who he is. I believe, confessing my true feelings towards him would make me more happier than ever (doesn't really matter what will happen next..). At least, I'm being responsible to my heart!!! Time would tell, sooner or later...

'You come to love not by finding the perfect person, but by seeing an imperfect person perfectly..'

'i believe..'

2008-06-21T00:24:00.000-07:00

I believe that the sun shines after the rain
I believe if you don't get hurt you'll never gain
I believe in not doing things the easy way
I believe that being selfish doesn’t pay

I believe something good comes from something bad
I believe that for tears of happiness there are tears of sad
I believe everyone has a guardian angel
And the good you do will be rewarded well

I believe sometimes there is no explanation
I believe money can't buy people's affection
I believe you don't know what you've got until it's gone
I believe a new day arrives with every dawn

I believe that to learn you have to live
I believe that to love someone you have to give
I believe one moment can change your life
And there's still help when you’re in strife

~kayla neil

passion for...

2008-06-14T01:25:00.000-07:00

Day in and day out, cats meet us at the door with affectionate ankle-rubs, demand lap-snuggles, and dole out whisker-kisses and head-bonks when we need them most. Cats don't care what we look like, how much money we make, if we're famous or unknown... :) they love us no matter what, and that is why I love them so much!!!

Celebrating 'the bond'.. I would like to share my passion for cats... (unfortunately mummy allows me to keep only one).

Everything a cat is and does physically is to me beautiful, lovely, stimulating, soothing, attractive and an enhantment...

perhaps while everyone was sleeping tightly, i was with her, studying till late night...

being loyal, still....

'wake up sweetie... momma is getting late for work..' owwhh!! how i wish she could have a nice sleep on my lap for as long as she likes...

still sleepy...

...anyway, have a great working day momma!!!

'...thank you...'

2008-06-05T08:34:00.000-07:00

'thank you!!'.. juz a nice word to start with.. I believe an appreciation can make a day, even change a life. And always, love and kindness make a difference as they bless the one who receives them, and the giver..

thank you... to beloved mummy, for being a superb-single-momma!!! no one could replace you, ever.

thank you... to an inspiring mentor, mr A for your guides, experiences, thoughts, etc... you keep my brain working... :)

and thank you to friends... for your friendship and your love. Knowing you is something I'm made of... Your friendship is a book that I may read in...

gracias...!!!