Zurina's

Rumah Shalom

2008-10-07T03:31:00.001-07:00

Raya 2008

2008-10-07T02:55:00.000-07:00

Raya this year started at Mount Kiara. Went to parent's place a bit later than intended. Met almost everyone than headed to FM to pick up Evan. We went to Ampang and visited my Aunt n cousins. It was as short and sweet visit.

Later that night we ended up at Rosman's place, played fireworks and ate and ate and ate.

I didnt take lots of pics like i normally do. Just wans't in the mood. But I took pics with all the men in my life, 4 of whom, have been there thru thick and thin through out my life time. One I consider very new and quite significant...how long??? only God knows...

My Cousin Reen's Wedding 8 & 10 August 08

2008-08-12T22:41:00.000-07:00

The year was 1974... 2 gorgeous babies were born about 6 months apart. Since their siblings at that time had a min age gap of 13 years apart, they became good friends. They are cousins. Time went by, they grew up and grew apart. Some things do not have an explanation and is best left as it is.

Anyway 08.08.08, an auspicious date. Everyone wants a part of it...a date to remember! So my cousin chose this date to be married. Enjoy the pics...1st one here is Sofireena and Saiful, the happy couple.

My big bro has got a new toy and loves clicking his camera away. I noticed a lot pictures of me taken, with and without me knowing it. Of course I wont put the candid ones here! Here's one of mom, my sister-in-law and me.

Our little monsters, we're running out of monsters and need someone somewhere to produce new ones...I guess it's the bride and groom's turn?

My sisters-in law Azlina & Rodziah

The focus in this picture is not the 3 ladies. It's actually the 2 portraits in the background. My grand-ma and grand-dad. Grand-dad looks like Hitler doesn't he?

My not so little niece, Liyana. Growing up so fast. Please slow down, you're making me feel old. I used to change her diapers and now she borrows my shoes every time she has a party to go to.

Dad and me...maybe secretly he was wishing it was my wedding? What do you think?

Highlight of the night for my side of the family is....well for those of you who knows me and is reading and looking at these pictures, you'll know what I mean. How this night ended was funny, adventures even... but how it started, I myself would never have guessed. Only Richard and I knows it ;-)

Nadhirah's 1st birthday

2008-07-07T20:31:00.000-07:00

Little Princess turned 1 on 28th June 2008 and I suggested we celebrate it at my pool side.

So who is this little princess? She is the daughter of my "partner in crime" back in TM. Such an adorable gal with adorable smile.

More people were suppose to come but Malaysians being Malaysians...last minute things came up so...you get the drift... Never the less, we had fun! The invitation was at 3pm but 'some' people hang out till 11pm. I practically had to make them leave...hahaha! Well, not because I didnt enjoy their company but simply because I had a date after that...(save that story for another day ;-) )

Dr Syed with mommy Sharifah Shuriana and princess Shariffah Nadhirah...

Below is Zulaikha and me...suprisingly, there are still innocent people on this planet. For those who know her, you'll understand what I mean.

Razmin & family...

The whole geng

A quickie in Singapore!

2008-07-01T20:41:00.000-07:00

No...quickie here does not mean the quickie you guys have in mind! It means a quick, relaxing, no fuss, just go woth the flow getaway.

I wanted to chill before starting a new job on 25 June 2008, had so many plans but ended up in Singapore for obvious reasons only my close friends and I know.

Never the less, it was fun coz at the end of the day, it doesn't matter where you are but the company you're with...

So basically I spent 5 days with my friends, met new and old ones, had good laughs, felt rejuvenated and all geared up to start my new job on 25th June.

3 of us had dinner at this place near Changi Coast (I think) when the guy who was serving us was sooo into Darshana...I mean...who can blame him right?!

Then we got invited to join the ex-MSS guys who are now working in Singapore! Great networking huh! Free drinks for everyone!

The night ended at 5am...bar hopping, cafe hopping...

Mr & Mrs Khuru's Auspicious Day - 18 May 2008

2008-05-24T03:03:00.000-07:00

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Its a Sunday and we actually woke up at 7am to attend this wedding. A slow drive, Shawna and me...we finally reached the temple at 1130am with 1 wrong turn in the process. As you can see in the picture above, I am missing...thanks to the camera man. If he was a professional, you would be able to see me on the right of the picture...what can I say...

The whole gang was there, Priya & hubby. Hey their baby is soooooooooo adorable. He is not in this picture but trust me, those eyes are going to break a lot of hearts in the future!
Geeta and Dr Ben was there too. Look are those voluptuous lips. I am referring to the baby and not the mommy...of course it is obvious where he got it from!

My two Marshmallow and Coco puffs (or was it Honey Stars) I cant remember and dont ask...its a long story!
Ok ok, so Shawna and I are petite...a cute way of saying that we're short.

So we sat around, watch the whole ritual going round and round the fire, the loud music or should I say prayer and people crowding on stage with the bride and groom. We ate, the food was not bad but for some of us who has allergies with veggies...we looked at each other and understood that we need to go to a restaurant after all this is over

We had a little problem deciding where to go, who is going, who is taking which car...and after 15 minutes of arguing and standing in the hot sun, I can feel the sweat rolling down my not so obvious cleavage, we finally decide to go to Ipoh for the "famous" coffee. Then there was another argument on who is following whom based on who knows the way better! Well we got there and then the restaurant was full and it was non-Halal. At times like this I wish there was only 1 religion or there aren't different rules in them. So we went to 2 different restaurants. It all went well at the end.

By the way, I bought 80 bucks worth of flowers...supposedly to decorate the bride's car. Well the flower ended up in the back seat. Not my fault... Technical error! (mental note to myself..need to perfect the technique before Shawna's wedding). Ah well...it's the thought that counts!

I had an extra passenger in my car driving back to KL as 'someone' had a back ache. So much for wanting to reach KL early, we took a detour to Tapah to visit a water fall area...I think it is called Lata Kinjang. We went, we stopped, we saw and bought banana fritters, keropok and an umbrella and we left! Of course we had the entire population of Tapah staring at us in heals and 'pretty' dresses surrounded by people in wet t-shirts, sarongs, shorts and slippers. Oh, I almost forgot, the guy who sold the umbrealla was interested in Shawna..is that good or bad...well I think it is funny!

All in all I think it was a good trip! Don't you guys think so?

Perth

2008-01-23T22:38:00.000-08:00

Unplanned Family Getaway!

2007-11-18T06:18:00.000-08:00

17 Nov 2007. A simple weekend to attend a wedding turned out better than expected. Who would have guessed that all my brothers along with their family would tag along on this trip. Best of all, everyone stayed back for a night in Taiping. Only 2 people missing is Rozita and Fareez. I still didnt get the family photo I wanted but everything went well.

Sean Andre Lopez

2007-10-30T01:48:00.000-07:00

Old pictures of my farewell

2007-09-24T11:14:00.000-07:00

Another Farewell - Diego, Kevin & Ni Ni

2007-08-27T08:02:00.000-07:00

Its been 3 years since I got to know these guys and seems like it was only yesterday. We had fun in Souled Out. Great people and good food.

All the best to all of you in your new places and new jobs...I'm sure u'll do just fine.

After dinner we had more fun but I cant reveal it here..so my dear readers, i shall let your imagination run wild...;-)

Sweet Ni Ni and me...Emily and me...then there's the guys, Jarod, James, Yau and Laurant

Frasers Hill - Weekend with the family

2007-07-29T06:19:00.000-07:00

27 July 2007...I decided to organize a family getaway and utilize the many resorts that the company has. So I booked 6 rooms. My plan was to drive up there, let everyone do whatever they want, find a comfy spot and conceal myself with the latest Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows. Didn't expect anything interesting to happen... I thought wrong... ;-)

Anyway, I left KL about 12 30 noon with Mom & Dad. Rosman & Family left at 4 pm and Roseley & family arrived the next day at around 8pm.

My drive up was very slow and steady. The view was beautiful..Dad was cool and kept reading the road signs every chance he gets. Mom was ok at 1st but she got sick , dizzy and started to throw up with all the winding roads.

The care taker of the bungalow prepared dinner and it was good. Simple but delicious.

On Saturday, we went exploring the so called town where I met Dave, my Canadian friend...:-)

We went to the Old Smoke House and had scones for tea. The picture below is Liyana and me.
The infamous landmark in Frasers Hill...the Clock Tower.

Here's a picture of Aiman and me...you know how nephews are...looks like he is forced to smile and take a piture with his aunty

This is a picture of me infront of the bungalow at night.

This was taken at the Old Smoke House.

This is the view from my room. Breath taking....

The kids with their favourite Aunty. Liyana, Ariff, Aiman, Adrie, Imran & Afiq. (Natasha, Fareez, Aqilah & Ezatti couldn't make it due to some unexplainable reasons!)

14 years ago the family went to Frasers and we all took a family picture at the same place. Back then everyone was present. This time Roselan's family, Rozita's family and Nenek is not around... :-(

In the end, the weekend I thought would be boring turned out to be fun. I'm glad I organized it. Mom & Dad...I love you . Ley and Man you're the greatest bros a sis can have and thank you for giving me the best sis-in-law on the planet! To all the kids, please look out for me when I grow old ok! Love you all!!

Hmmm...where shall we go next? Who will back out during the last minute?! I wonder....

Another Year Wiser July 16th

2007-07-22T10:47:00.000-07:00

Another year has passed, so many things has happened and I've gain lots of new and interesting experiences. Nothing matters more than being around people you love, makes you happy and accepts you just the way you are.

I started my day by rushing to the offic eofr a quick interview, went for lunch at Klimtz, head to Cineleisure for Harry Porter, went for a body massage and last but not least had Dinner with Ni Ni and Jeya at Delicious, Bangsar.

Lunch was not as what I expected since the last time I was at that restaurant. i enjoy Harry Porter a lot! Especially the scenes in Professor Dolores Umbridge's room. For obvious reasons, I like the plates with cats on the wall! Wish it exist in real life!

After dinner, we adjourned to Baskin Robbins for ice cream and Devi's for teh tarik. It was nice to have Ni Ni sit put and not having to rush anywhere. What an honour! Thanks! Thank Jeya for listening to all the crabs that Ni Ni and I came up with that night!

21st July, I had another celebration at 7atenin9, Ascort. I was told to be there at 10pm. Guess what? I was the only one there and the organizers were about 45 minutes late...The fact that I had a bad sore throat and hate waiting for people didn't make it a good start. But at the end of the day, back to square 1...it's great being around friends you love!

Incase you are wondering, I still don't drink but just love to leave evidence that I do...So Pooi Chee, I think you are right, I should should sending the wrong vibes!
After 7atenin9, we went to Poppy Garden! No pictures were taken in there but it was just too crowded for me and smoky so I stayed for 1/2 hour only!

Thank you everyone who got me the card and the vouchers! I will go get my fan soon! God bless all of you!!!

James and Rachel's Wedding ... 20-07-2007

2007-07-20T01:44:00.000-07:00

Ong and Rachel...a beautiful beginning. Congratulations! It feels like only yesterday we met and had our mamak sessions at Bistari Desa Hartamas, our usual meeting spot. Who would have thought love can blossom between this two. I guess we have to thank Kevin and G for this unification (got the word from Microsoft Word..hehe).

Thanks to you two, I finally got to attend a church wedding. If I was gonna wait for my friends Alina and Shawna it's probably a few more years down the road (no offense ladies). Just curious, can a non Christian be a witness for a Christian wedding?

Hey Kevin, if you are reading this, sorry I didnt have much time when I was blogging about your wedding, besides..I couldn't sleep tonight!

The picture below was taken right after the ceremony at the Church just before I ran back to work!

These were taken after the vows were made, Rachel...you were not the only one who cried...I cried too, from the moment your dad gave you away...can't help myself..I cry at weddings! I am a sensitive person...so sue me!

The pictures above was taken at Passion Restaurant where they had their dinner reception. I must say it was a very nice and simple concept (kevin, the nasi lemak concept will not work!). Everyone was very relaxed...no swans on stage..yada..yada.. and I love the band (Ong please get me their number, ask if they'd perform at a Muslim wedding!) I also like the wedding favors. Cute! Will take a picture soon and post it here later.Kevin and I chilling and reminising about the pass, when everyone had more time to meet up, play snooker, drink teh tarik at the mamak for hours without a care in this world. Rosli said..."stop using the phrase Once Upon A Time and Back When...' We're not that old you know!!!The guys were trying to hold their breath and hide their pot belly! Hey guys, over the years only Rachel and I have maintained our figure don't you agree?Rosli, Ong, Fazlan, Kevin and I.

Kevin, Me, Rosli, Neni and kid (can't remember his name but has very nice eyes!)

Congratulations once agin to Mr and Mrs James Ong!!! May they'll be dozens of little James and Rachel running around! Good Luck!!!

Sam & Aisha - 3 July 2007

2007-07-03T09:32:00.001-07:00

Finally the moment we've been waiting for our Cikgu Salsa to be wed is here! It was a beautiful reception. Aisha was gorgeous and Sam stunning. The colour scheme through out the nite was sweet. I love the wedding favour...(make me fat only). Ada lagi tak? Here's a picture of the bride and groom taken on our way out...it had to be a quicky coz there was a longggggg que behind us waiting to congratulate the happy couple and we were already getting dirty looks from people behind us. Everyone rushing home since its aTuesday night and almost everyone who earns a decent living has to work the next day. Featured in the pic below is also the delicious wedding favour and the wedding cake...Not to forget, their pelamin.

Most of us were busy posing all nite long, feels like a celebrity!

Michael and I

Partners in Crime...Rajah, Sharifah, Jeya, Me and Jags

Ladies of Havana Estudio

Foo Er and me

Viennese Ball - 29 June 2007

2007-06-30T12:47:00.000-07:00

The time we've all been waiting for it finally here. A whole months of hard work and practise is paid off. My Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights were occupied for the whole of June and dedicated to learning the Waltz. Thanks to the Austrian Embassy, this is one experience I will cherish for the rest of my life!

Yay!! I finally donated blood!

2007-06-17T20:13:00.000-07:00

18 June 2007

I like it when unexpected things happen in my life. Almost expect the unexpected, I say to myself. Anyway, I went for a quick breakfast and saw the nurses setting up the little corner and asked them how much sleep do I need in order to qualify and she said 5 hours. A quick calculation in my head puts a smile in my face coz I finally can do it!

As usual I just love needles and was very amused with the volume they took. I felt silly when I thought to myself...wow...my blood is warm...(duh! I said to myself after hearing my thoughts out loud!!)

After that, I received free food and a CD holder... not bad huh?! What a great way to start your day!

Full of Jit

2007-04-17T20:17:00.000-07:00

7 April... I went to BSC and decided to get me a ticket to watch Full of Jit. No one wanted to go so I decided to have a 'ME' day. Of course the usual happens, after the show, when you tell your friends you went for this and that, they say...why didnt you tell me...I wanted to go too!!! Whatever!!!

Anyway, I went for the show at 830pm on Tuesday, 10th April. It was worth every cent and my time spent. It was my 1st standup comedy and it was really cool to see.

"Silliness, Anger and lots & lots of Hope" is the essence of Jit's humour. Yes...everything he said was funny, sarcastic and makes you laugh your head off but in a way sad... But what I like about the whole scene was the audience. I could see they are from different age groups, races, backgrounds and yet were all able to enjoy the show and relate to his jokes and got (I hope) the "message" (I'm sure there were many) he was trying to convey.

I drove home smiling and told everyone at work to go the next day. All the best to Jit and I'm looking forward to see more of his work.

Capoeira

2007-04-01T19:42:00.000-07:00

1 April 2007, I signed up for Capoeira. It's a Brazilian form of Martial Art but has dance moves to it which require a lot of coordination.

My instructor is Soldado. Half of the time he has to repeat what he says coz I dont understand his accent but he is 1 cool dude with a nice bod ( to be precise...nice booty!Ooooh and I like his perfume too) haha!

He says my coordination is good (I dont know about that but I sure know that it is not as flexible as it used to be but still ok). I had to learn the basic move in Capoeira which is the Ginga (pronounced as Jingga) and also remember some terms which are totally alien and foreign to me...i.e Skiva de frente and Skiva de font (not sure if the spelling is right). Anyway, I discovered muscles I never knew I had or have been asleep for ages.

Last Sunday, April 15, I tried new moves which made me sore all over. I just could not get up and refuse to even think of getting up! But all in all, it was cool. Now all I have to do is understand what he is trying to say..Ha ha..And last but not least, I think I should start acting my age...

Who would have thought...Part 1

2007-03-30T03:35:00.000-07:00

It seems like it was only yesterday I joined this company. Who would have thought that 3 years have passed so fast and loads of wonderful memories and experience. I finally left it and I had so many versions of farewell that I could not thank everyone involved enough. 1 May 2004 - 30 April 2007, never thought that I would enjoy myself & made lots of friends and some are like family to me. I have changed a lot too and my perspective in life is also different now.

Here is one farewell dinner organized by NiNi, Shawna n Jeff. We went to Madam Kwan's Bangsar. Food was yummy, company was great and I'm blessed to have these people crossed my path. I looked exausted but I was happy and had a great time.

What shall I do in 2007?

2007-03-27T20:58:00.000-07:00

We're now in March and I haven't done or enrolled myself in anything new. Opps actually I have! I'm taking swimming lessons. Last year I took up salsa and belly dancing. Both are so much fun. I'm still into salsa but putting belly dancing on hold for a month or two. Next...I'm considering Capoeira, the Brazillian Martial Arts. I went for the workshop last week and discovered moves I never knew I could 'still' do! (btw...the intructor has a nice bod!) So if I do sign up for this class, it's gonna be this Sunday, 330-500pm. Busy...busy...busy

In salsa, I'm now in Improver 2 class. Long way to go before I can have moves like Vanessa Williams or JLo (not sure whatever they were dancing was salsa). Anyway, the picture below was taken after my Beginner 2 Class with the whole gang.

The picture below is taken after class at the Mamak's. How does one expect to live a healthy life when we keep on having teh tarik, tosei, roti canai and curry every time after classes. Well, at least we're all having fun! Most of us are in separate classes now while some decided to quit or take a break.

The cool thing about learning salsa at HAVANA ESTUDIO is that they have monthly studio party (those interested can call Sam or Aisha at 0122806969/0122018690). We get to mingle and dance with people we do know and don't know. Check out my moves...

It's been a long time since I last went on a holiday on my own and have a 'ME' time all by myself. Last alone holiday I had was to Europe in 2004 and last holiday I had with a friend was to Bali in 2006. Where shall I go next? USA...India...Korea...Egypt. We shall see...

A year wiser

2007-03-13T00:38:00.000-07:00

15th July 2006, my lovely collegues organized a party for me at Friendsters, Damansara Perdana. Alina, Karl, Don and John was there too. My morning started well, got a new dress, a new shoe (despite the stitches I had on my toe) and had my hair done. Not until 6pm when my date called to say that he was not feeling well and can't make it to dinner. Can you imagine how I felt at that moment? Suddenly this tune came to my head..."it's my party and I'll cry if I want to...", well or course that song had a different story to it but...hey who could blame me for crying right!?
Anyway, the party went on great coz I was surrounded by people I love and they love me. These are the friends whom I can rely on, there when I need a shoulder to cry on and accepts me for who I am. Who could ask for more. We did some bizarre stuff that night and it will be an experience I'll cherish for the entire of my breathing life. (not something I wanna do again though...hehehe)

That night, I could choose to be miserable and sulk all night. I could choose never to talk to my supposed 'date' but how can one blame a person for being sick at the last minute (or was he reaalllly sick? Whatever!). Should I have insisted that he showed up and spread the virus to the rest of the gang? In life we have a choice...to be unhappy and ungreatful for the things you don't have or to be the Sunshine and thankful for the people around you and the things you DO have. And I chose the latter.

I've learned that friends come and go. Some are like family, some disappear for different reasons; they moved away and lost touch, you had an argument and still disagree even after 20 years or just found new 'circle' of friends that would benefit their reason for being alive!
In my 32 years of living on this planet, I've found 2 friends whom I cant get rid off or they cant get rid of me no matter how hard they tried. Lynda and Alina. I've known them since I was 7...will tell you about them 1 of these days. Anyway, I've written this way back in July and have only decided to publish it today. Thanks to everyone who was there for me! Luv you!

What Ever!

2007-03-13T00:15:00.000-07:00

This message is dedicated to all my buddies and people who have been around me since last Thursday. I've been a bit down and grumpy so anybody who ask me any questions gets.."WHAT EVER!!" as an answer. Hehehe...sorry people, a gal is allowed to be grumpy, snotty and sassy anytime she wants without a valid reason! That's the beauty of being a gal! Anyway, I'm snapping out of it...(a few percentage is still there, so I'm gonna do a bit more of my retail theraphy, then I'll be fine ;-) )

Having said that, I've realized that I dont have pictures of those dearest to me, who've made me the person I am today... My FAMILY. Here's the gang!

Here's the next generation...4 are missing from the picture (not my fault that these people always miss family gatherings). Anyway, these kids are the reason I (sometimes) feel old.

MSS Annual Dinner 25 January 2007

2007-02-20T20:29:00.000-08:00

This year MSS had our annual dinner at The Courtyard Garden. BTW, I'm updating this just for you Shawna...(I know u will be among the 1st to read this)

Anyway, it was fun compared to the previous years. I got awarded the cat woman of the company and I won RM300 voucher!! Yippeeeee!
Jeffrey Ng, 1 cool dude. My bro. When he 1st joined us he had to sit infront of Shawna n I. Poor boy freaked out as we begin the process of 'converting' n 'corrupting' his brains! Now he is just the way we want him to be!!!

Here are the Care Bears, Ms Congeniality, Puteri Lilin and Cat Woman of Measat.

This is Elio from Boeing. When he 1st arrived, most guys n gals thot that he looks like Richard Gere. What do you think?

The beautiful ladies of Measat.

There are actually 7 people in this picture...Can you tell?

When this party took place I was just getting my social life back in order, my weekends back in place and catching up on lost sleep. Little did I know that I'm in for an adventure for the next 3 weeks (could have been 2 months but we had to keep it short under unexplainable circumstances) starting the very next day after the party. An unknown alien species was to turn up in my life and leave a MARK in my heart, causes my head to spin and my whole system corrupted. Now that's a different story.

Anyway, as a whole everyone had fun. Some left early, some adjourned else where and some was there till 2am. Keep up the good work guys!

Time for Yi Sang again!

2007-02-20T20:12:00.000-08:00

I look forward for Chinese New Year not because I celebrate it but because this is the only time I can have Yi Sang and my favourite is at South Sea Seafood Restaurant at Terminal 3 Subang (call 78461401 for reservations)...no I don't have a share in the restaurant.

Anyway, ten of us went and we had butter crab, sweet n sour crab, lemon chicken, butter prawns, kailan with garlic, geoduck (a weird looking seafood which looked like a penis) and dessert. Yummy!

I didnt have my camera with me so I have to rely on my 'buddies' to email me the pics. So far I only have the following pics...

Just in time for more pictures. Didnt I mention that the geoducks look funny? They dont look nothing like any DUCKS I've ever seen in my life! Who on earth named them anyway?

Manal & I

Elio & I

Valentine BBQ at Gan's

2007-02-20T19:29:00.000-08:00

10th Feb, Gan organized a BBQ at his house. He has 1 coooooool parents. A bunch of us just lazed around drinking, eating and chatting all nite. Here's A pic of the ladies.

Shawna, Alicia n I

Vicky n I . I think I'm having a writer's block at the moment coz I cant think of anything else to write here besides the fact that the company was good and the food was delicious!

My darling bro, Meng Hann

My goofy pal, Jeff

Steve n I

3 Stooges

Belly Dancing at Luna Bar!

2007-02-05T19:51:00.000-08:00

4 months ago I signed up for Belly Dancing and never thought I'd be performing in front of an audience. I was never serious in class or paid attention to anything Nancy tells us, so when she said we will all be performing at Luna Bar, the whole class got excited and that when everything was about belly dancing. We eat, sleep, talk Belly Dancing for 2 months.

4th February finally came and my friends and family members came for the show. Some had to cancel last minute coz they had to MANOUVRE a satellite!!!

Who says its too late to learn anything?!

1st February 2007!! Thaipusam & Federal Terrritory Day.

2007-02-01T23:42:00.000-08:00

Thanks to Ni Ni who is determine to find herself an Indian husband and these 2 hunks from the USA. If it weren't for them, I would never step foot in Batu Caves even though I am Malaysian. Be it on Thaipusam or any other day.

This is us...Ni Ni, Jeff, Steve and I, waiting at Sentul for the train that takes us to Batu Caves.

Believe it or not some of us woke up at 530 am.

There were millions of devotees climbing up 272 stairs (I think) and guess what?! We managed to do the same!

Look at that crowd. Thank God we were early, everyone still smells fairly OK...

Jeff...a smile of satisfaction having completed the climb...."Yay! I did it!"

"Hey Rose..Look! I completed the marathon too!"

"Once is enuf, I'm here so I should do it, not something I'll do again! ;-) "

Been there! Done that! Now lets go eat!

Just Reminiscing on My Life

2007-01-28T18:52:00.000-08:00

2006 was a good year for me. I met lots of new friends, some became very close to me and some went their separate ways. I tried new things, started salsa, belly dancing classes and ventured into my own business. Never knew I could enjoy dancing so much!

This year, I've given up my business and looking for new things to try. Perhaps hip hop dancing, swimming, acting or take a language course...after all, life is short and you only live once, so live life to the fullest. Never be afraid to face changes, accept new challenges and take risk. If at any time things dont work out , learn from the experience and move on!

A friend sent me the following poem. I like it and there are so much truth in it which is why I shall share it here with all of you who comes across this blog or my life for a Reason, a Season or a Lifetime.

End of the year..Good bye 2006!!!

2007-01-10T23:11:00.000-08:00

Langkawi here we come!

Day 1: The gang planned to celebrate new year in langkawi. I said I can't go when BJ invited me but I managed to convince alice to jaga the shop. So last minute shawna n I decided to join the group. My reason for going is that I don't wanna spend NY in KL alone! Shawna will not go if I don't so we got tickets last minute. 30th came n we were to meet at 4pm to leave for the airport. Shawna n her hons came at 430 coz I told them there is no need to hurry as our flight is at 650. We rushed and guess wat! Flight was delayed to 9pm. Everyone was introduced to everyone and we had a drink at coffee bean to kill time. After chaecking in at 7ish, we went to Mcd’s for dinner which was suppose to be seafood by the seaside if it had not been for the delay. After dinner we discovered that the flight is further delayed to 1020. (By the way I am still at the airport now) so we decided to just lepak on the floor, we held hands and made a BIG circle! We started to plan wat games to play. We thought of all the games we played back in school. So we sat down while some decided to take a nap and some played cards. Shawna n I listened to the ipod while she reads my book and I write this note. The time is now 950 and we r going in now. Till langkawi.... Roger n out!

Day 2: Just when we thougt we were taking off, the plane made a left turn and then stopped. Apparently, they had technical problems and we had to switch plane. Imagine than, luggage had to be moved from 1 plane to another! We only took off at 1150pm! That is 5 whole hours of delay! We finally arrived at 1240 am checked in and there was no towel! It was like a dejavu, I've been to this charlie's motel ages ago with the cekak team. Its kinda run down now! Meng Hann, Gan, Shawna n I shared a room. The guys are so funny. We were very muhibah! We had a Muslim, Christian, Hindu and a Buddhist is 1 room! Truly Malaysian…how cool is that! After chucking our bags into the room, we walked to the nearest stall and makan while watching football, and I managed to get my towel from a nearby shop. Then we balik tidur.

We woke up at 10nish today very hungry with our main agenda to look for a new motel/hotel. Anyway, it was also Raya Haji on 31st Dec 06 and it was my first time away from home and family! Thanks to 3G, the family managed to call me and we could all see 1 another thru the phone.

We walked like what seem forever, and found a new place! We paid deposit and looked for food, after waiting for ages, we got our food, went back to motel no 1 to check out. Now the time is 130 n we r waiting for Gan n Jaya to come back with the car and go to the new hotel! I cant remember the name of the hotel we went to but it was new and everything looks A LOT better and cleaner!

After checking in, we went to the beach and lepak. We all went into the water and there was this psycho Japanese guy who was riding the jet ski like a mad guy! I left after a while and went lepaking and basically stuffed myself like a pig! It was so unlike ME! I sat at this café, over looking the ocean, had a beautiful view in front of me and ordered chicken wings, pizza and chocolate shake! Yummy!!! MH, Shawna n I were suppose to go parasailing but Shawna changed her mind. We lazed around till 645 and I head back to the room 1st coz duty to The Almighty calls.

So the plan was to get ready, go to some fancy restaurant for dinner, head off to a pub that belongs to Jaya’s friend, go to the beach and see the bond fire and fireworks, scream HAPPY NEW YEAR to everyone around you and get drunk after that. Yeah so we kinda covered all that plus a bit of drama here and there, people getting pissed and each other a bit but all in all we had fun!

At dinner I met with Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and Tun Dr Siti Hasmah and manage to get my picture taken with them. A dream comes true! At the beach, we had 2 friends went missing and some of us went crazy trying to locate them. It was freaky being the only one sober for the night but it was truly an experience to remember!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! Welcome 2007!

Day 3: Surprisingly, everyone was fine and no one had a major hangover. Since everyone woke up at different hours, Shawna n I went looking for our own breakfast. There wasn’t much to look for coz it was a public holiday! Later, everyone got ready and we hop into the van and went looking for food again…lunch… Found a mamak place in town, then did a bit of shopping, ciggies, liquor, chocs, ointment, etc. Jaya took us for a drive around the island and then back to the hotel to get ready for another dip in the ocean! Today we went on the Banana boat! It was 1 of those double bananas! We were trying very hard to topple it over but failed. There were more munching, drinking and swimming before heading back to the room to change and head off for dinner. I wanted sea food! Must have sea food so we went to this Chinese restaurant and had everything I was craving for the pass few months. I had a very satisfied stomach!

After dinner we went to this restaurant where everyone had more drinks including the “dentist chair”. I was the only one who had Masala Tea and was the only one dancing on the bar stool! Again everyone except me got drunk. Gan had to make a few trips back to the hotel to send the ladies.

Day 4: Most of us got an SMS from Airasia stating that our flight will be delayed AGAIN! It was scheduled for 830 but is now 1020. Were we surprised? I don’t think so! Thank God we all managed to change for an earlier 215 flight! We all packed, got lunch, went to the airport and headed home! I really enjoyed myself! Thank you everyone for the great experience. Hope everyone will have a wonderful and prosperous year ahead!!!

Before, During & After THE M3 LAUNCH!

2006-12-17T23:36:00.000-08:00

I am glad that for the pass 3 months I've had so much fun and gained valuable experience at work. I've also had the pleasure of meeting so many new people...new friends. I got to know Shawna better and all 4 of us, have become like sisters. The best thing about working with them is that we can say anything to one another, give sarcastic remarks and still laugh about it and not hold grudges!

We were stressed but we had good team work and enjoyed ourselves. We also compliment each other in our work, when 1 makes mistake the other backs up. 1 goes blurr, the other remembers! Working late was a norm. Cant believe I would actually miss it now.

The PC we had was fun, met a lot of kids and their proud parents. I had the opportunity to meet VJ and Faiz, the 4 Malaysian Astronaut finalist. They're cool.

Izzah is the Secondary winner for the drawing competition we had. How lucky can these kids be...a free trip to Baikonur...cool or what?! When I sent them off at the airport, a colleague commented that It looked as if I had sent the whole Kampung away coz I know everyone and we chat and spoke like we've know each other for ages.

The launch was successful. The day before the launch, I was in awe when I entered the hall. The decoration was beautiful…very Millenium!! Blue and Silver! It was tiring as we didn’t get a wink to sleep for 31 hours. I was very happy coz I had ‘my friend’ at the launch with me.

Tanjung had the annual dinner a few days after the launch and it was great to release all the tension we gained previously. The theme for the dinner was “Party in RED”. It was excellent! The gals dressed to kill. We danced and after the dinner ended we adjourn to Zouk where we continued to boogie and some continued drinking!

This is Mr MH thinking that he is Mr 007! We do look good don’t we! Haha!

Kevin's BIG Day!!

2006-11-12T20:41:00.000-08:00

11 November 2006

Kevin Mohan Raj and Stephanie Wong tied the knot. I called Kevin last year and he said he just came back from booking the church! I said..wat? when r u getting married? He said next year!

Wah...booking 1 year in advance! after that last phone call I didnt hear from him again so I called him during Hari Raya to invite him for makan and to ensure that he doesnt forget me in his invitation list! I didn't miss it! Phew!

Anyway, who would have thought that he will end his singlehood life before yours truly, ME!

Anyway, it was a beautiful reception at Holiday Villa Subang. Before he gave me his card I was bugging him to invite me to the church reception, he did and I cant make it!

Wow, I met so many friends I've not seen in years, it was kinda like a reunion, everyone put on weight side ways! I am proud to say that I've maintained my figure! hahaha

Kevin had arranged all his UTM and BBBS friends to sit together and I was at table 25! We were lucky coz Adrian had gout (sorry Adrian!) and he cant eat sea food! So we all had a bigger share! Menu was excellent, had all my favourite dishes from shark's fin soup, to buttered prawns and even yam cakes! Yummy!

Here's Kevin and the Mrs pouring champagne, Kevin always has that smile on his face and I now realized that he got it from his Dad!

This is Adrian and me. I insisted on taking this picture coz we'll never know when our path will cross again.

The newly wed's studio picture. Always wondered why people must take these pictures. Who knows...I might get one when my time comes (ya right!)

Kevin and Mrs went from 1 table to another, they took such a long time to reach ours that I forgot to pick up someone who is waiting for me for over an hour!

Lets see, since I'm really bad with names, I better write who is who in this picture, Ramesh, Fazlan, Ong, Rachel, Kevin, Stephanie, Adrian, James and his girlfriend (see...told you I'm bad with names!).

CONGRATULATIONS KEVIN AND STEPHY!!

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND MAY YOU HAVE LOTS OF KEVIN AND STEPHY JUNIORS RUNNING AROUND!

27 August 06 - Priya & Devan...A new beginning

2006-08-28T00:26:00.000-07:00

Weddings always put tears in my eyes and this wedding is no acception. I've only known Priya for over 2 years and being invited to her wedding was an honour, being with people you love makes the ceremony even more memorable for me. This wasnt my 1st Indian wedding but it was my 1st time in a saree. I was given 2 weeks to get a saree (Priya insisted that it must be yellow and orange) and learn to wear it on my own without anyone's help!

I went through hell, being stuck in the traffic, took the wrong route, missed turnings, couldnt get the right colour, the blouse I bought the 1st time didnt fit, I had to have the blouse tailored, it wasnt ready on the right date, waited for it to be sewn in 1 1/2 hours and a bunch of other stuff but in the end it was worth it!
Being Malaysian is wonderful with all the different ethnics and it is even better when you understand each other's culture and religion, thus respecting their believes.
I am known to be a person who goes all out if I am really into something or someone. So in this case, I had the whole works, including the bangles, chocker, earings and all. Once I have everything in place, I had 3 people teach me how to wrap the saree around me. (This includes the bride herself, the tea lady at the office and the tailor).I must say that I surprise myself sometimes...not to mention, my Indian collegues were proud that I managed to have the saree intact through the night!

A message to the newly weds...Have a wonderful life together and enjoy the journey!

An evening at BSC

2006-05-10T00:30:00.000-07:00

It has been ages since I hangout at BSC. It used to be my weekly ritual. Now I hardly can find time. So as I was jalan-jalan'ing', I was stoped by this guy at 1 of the booth to have my pic taken. He said it was free...So I thought..hey wat the heck. Not that I have anything better to do at that moment of time! He asked me if I had a loved one to take the pic with me...I said..No one besides my mom n dad. So here are the 2 pics I like best... There's more but I shall store them somewhere else.

Yesterday, Kevin, Maha, Meng Hann and I went to Alamanda for lunch and I saw a booth which take photos. I actually made them pose with me...so I'll be getting another 8R pic of the guys and me...cant wait to see the result tomorrow...It actually caught them by surprise! Poor guys were speechless but they were sporting!

Today, 11 May we went to Alamanda to pick up the pic. Not bad but I think I look chubby. The guys look nice. I dont believe we actually took it! here goes....Rose and The 3 Musketeers or is it..Rose among the thorns...

Life since 1 May 2004

2006-04-28T00:30:00.000-07:00

Life has changed a lot since May 2004. New circle of friends. Healthier life style ( I think...), more fun and different paradigm...I must say it is very interesting indeed!

Latest gathering we had was last saturday, 22nd April in Bangsar. We celebrated Diego's birthday. Here are the pics of the whole gang...

Here's 1 with Diego and me

Here's Mani, Uma, Diego and me...

Audrey, Meng Hann, Michelle and me...

Ok, I'm not gonna name everyone in here but this is basically the marketing and cust. engineering team with their lovely smile!!

Diego anad his "angels"

Diego and Family...too bad we didnt get a good shot of his good looking son at the back...His nieces are cute too. Very nice, happy and loving bunch.

A few days b4 the surprised party, we had a farewell party for Danny and Kent. We had it at KFC Sri Kembangan. Almost the whole office was there. Had fun but we had to rush back to the office coz it was lunch time. Here's a pic of Kevin and me... another one of Danny and me. I forgot to snap a pic with Kent.

My Health & Fitness

2006-04-27T23:55:00.000-07:00

Back in 2003, my friend Daniella wanted me to accompany me to the gym. I had nothing better to do so I followed her. We went to Fitness First, John Hancock. As a normal procedure, I had to listen to the Sales rep blabble for 1/2 hour about the gym b4 I am allowed to use the facility even tho I was Dani's guest. Basically they were trying to make me a member too! Well, they succeeded and since then it has been 3 years!

From a home member in 2003, I am now a passport member. After having a personal trainer for a few months in 2003, I've been thinking of quiting soooo many times in between coz I didnt have the time to go to gym, travelled a lot..excuses...excuses...not until 25 January 2006 when I met SFH from Fitness First Uptown. I have been going to the gym on a regular basis and thanks to him I have improved tremendously. I can actually run or do cardio for 20 min without stopping compared to having to stop every 5 mins once upon a time. My upper body strength pun dah improve. Ages ago I couldnt do 3 sets of chest incline on my own...now relax aje...hehehe

I think it is best that u have a source of inspiration..Makes it easier and less stressfull.

I havent got the abs I'm looking for but I like my triceps and biceps now...kinda cool...hehe. I dont care what some say about my new found hobby, as long as I am happy, that's all that matters. This blog has another unpublished version which explains everything about SFH. This will remain my secret.

Introduction to Me, myself and I

2006-04-27T21:00:00.000-07:00

I think it is about time I wrote a short introduction of 'Mua' in here. Hey, my cats pun ada blog sendiri. Gives me an excuse to post these pics I've taken somewhere....hehehe... I've been a KLite for all my life. As a kid I grew up in Jln Gurney and Bangsar. Having spent 2 years in Muar during form 4 & 5, thought me a lot about being independent, life, friendship and religion. There must be a reason why God, keeps sending me back to Johor...I think he has something up his sleeves...coz I spent 6 more years in Skudai, JB doing Electrical Engineering......(boringgggg).

After graduation, I've been living like a Nomad...moving from 1 house to another coz my nice and nephew invaded my room. I had no choice but to go stay with my brothers. Thank God I have understanding sisters-in-law who gets along very well with me. So every now and then, I'll switch from Bro-1 to Bro-3's house. Then 1 fine day a friend of mine ajak pindah. She said her house is getting crowded. So we moved to Bro-3's condo. Paid minimal rent...hehe (felt sooo guilty) and 6 months down the road..this friend moved out to her dad's place. i managed to stay on for another year until an expat rented the place.

Mmmm..what to do? I decided to get my own place but it wont be ready for another 2 years..where m I to stay? Pening kepala masa tu...fortunately, my sis-in-law's uncle was alone in a double storey house so the family offered me to occupy the room upstairs. A year passed and 'my' uncle passed on too. That means..it is time to move again. My house is still not ready for another year, so I moved to Pelangi Damansara. 5 mins away from the place I bought...trying to get used to the area, traffic, etc...etc...

A year passed at Pelangi Damansara...neighbours were good and friendly. I've got the best landlord and finally Perdana View Condo is ready! I was really excited. I've got a place to call "MY OWN"!!!