IT'S BEEN A WHILE

Oh my ... it's been a long long time since I last post anything here.  I have been busy with work and yes, that should not be an excuse for anyone not to write.  Since the last post, i've managed to buy a few new vintage glassware, been in and out our neighbouring country for the most time in a month, gone to Pasar Karat (it's very interesting), done with our media drive, a hectic start of 2013 and lots more.  

Alhamdullillah, 2012 has left us with loads of beautiful memories and interesting experiences.  Happy with the boys doing well and adapting to their new environment.  1st holiday abroad with the kids, short and sweet ... and we are ever thankful for all that we have.

We are almost in the 3rd month of the new year and time really flies.  February is the sweetest month so far as the celebration of the 2nd 4series for my other half continues.  Started reading again, slowly but surely, need to get equipped with new updates and refreshed.  

InsyaAllah, will keep this blog running and kicking again.  

IT'S BEEN A WHILE

Yes, it was and for the last 6 months ... too many things happening in my life.  Alhamdulillah, managed to get through it.  Seriously, it taught me a good lesson about responsibility, trust, friendship and lots more.  Thanks to my better half for being my best friend and most importantly a good listener.  He's been there for me all the time.  InsyaAllah, for dunia and akhirat. 

New year is here, its gonna be a busy year for me and I still pray for a couple of juniors and upgrading my learning curve.  Getting motivated and gearing up for the challenges.  Giving up is easy but you'll end up a loser.  InsyaAllah, something good will wait at the end for those who is patient enough. 

I've lost quite a few person whom I personally know last year.  Sad,  but that is the fact of life. Learn to live life to the fullest, appreciate oneself and understanding them.  Take up responsibility and earn it.  People may be nice in front of you but different as you turn your back, its ok.  Nawaitu is important, Allah is there for all of us.  InsyaAllah, if our nawaitu is good, there's always light. 

BONDING

HOLIDAY

Sounds good huh ... well, of course it is. Everyone wants to go for holiday ... we dream to go to the places we saw in movies, tv etc. I've always wish to go for holidays more often than I could, or more than I could afford ... hehehe. So, we end up not having too many holidays and its always because its difficult for us to take leave during the long holidays. It's just crazy. As I am blogging about holiday, we are planning for a long holiday. InsyaAllah, everything goes well. Of course, long holiday means, lots of RM and we have to start saving for the holiday.

It will not be easy for us but we'll strive for it. There's just so much to do with so little time.

Folks, we have about 5 months before the year end and Ramadhan is just around the corner. As usual, it's gonna be a busy month for us both. Probably, not going for Raya holidays at all. We'll see how it goes.

There's another important date in September that we are trying to fullfill, insyaAllah, we'll get to do all that we wish for.

I'll try to write something before Ramadhan starts ... meanwhile, enjoy the week ahead and may everyday in your life be better than the day before.

Take care my friends.

CRISIS

I was glad when the Company sent me for a crisis management training ... it was much awaited. As I step in to the class, I met the lecturer and found out that there were only 2 participants ie. me and my colleague, I was terrified at that time. In my mind ... matilah aku, habis lah, mesti lecturer ni tanya aku banyak soalan. But, to my surprise, I was very grateful that day, there were so may sharing of experience and I didn't feel bored ... just that a bit sleepy at 4pm as we didnt stop for break that afternoon due to time constraint. I felt rejuvated after that training cos it taught me a lot ... when bosses tells you to read and to write more frequently, i use to whine and grumble ... but after that training, it make sense and you realise that the advice was good ... maybe it was relayed in the wrong way.

I tend to realise that the reason I had this blog was right and reading is sooooo true. I miss so much as I spent more time on the internet than reading. His advice was simple, just take 15 minutes of lunch time to read, clock in 30 minutes earlier to catch up with news, read before you sleep, write 1 page a day (anything that crosses your mind) and clock out 1 hour later from work.

He even told us bluntly that if one is not ready to do the above, quit PR. It sounds harsh isn't but it is fact. I was stunt at first but after digesting what he says, I understand.

As I progress in life, i tend to become quieter each day as I get very amused with my surroundings. I spent more time in the office than with my family and I am sure all of us are the same. Lets make it a healthy environment no matter where we work. People make mistakes, learn from them and dont make their mistake yours.

WHEN MATTERS IS NOT ADDRESSED IN A PROPER MANNER THAN CRISIS APPEARS.

CHANGES

Its been a while since I updated the blog. Been busy with work and also with family matters. Didn't even have time to upload the holiday pix. House is in a mess. Can't find my things. Need to catch up with lots of things.

In the workplace there's changes going on and I seriously hope its for the better. Looking forward to all the changes in my life. And eventough I am going sideways and not any other way, I am blessed cos I know Allah knows best. I still hope that there's a light somewhere. Being where I am and handling such matter at this age has not been easy. Bumpy road ahead. I pray that it will not become an issue.

To my niece, congratulations on your wedding ... it takes two to tango and patience and tolerance is the key word. May Allah bless both of you with beautiful and soleh children and kekal dunia dan akhirat.

And at this age and as I reflect, less talk is the best. Your surrounding can smile with you cosmetically but only a few will cry for you. People will talk behind your back no matter what one do (good or bad). We always see the negative in people that shed away the positive.

I am down and out. Until the day my time comes, I'll keep my doa that my family and friends will be protected and given the positive vibes and always be blessed by Allah.

Think Positive.

A TRIBUTE TO MAK

Mak

Eventough you are not with us
You are still remembered in our Doa
Thank you for giving birth to us, your children
There is no gift that we could buy for you

I cant buy you bags and materials that you love
No more sleeping next to you
No more sharing stories with you before going to bed
No more pasar or giant trips

Only our Doa and Yassin as a gift to you, Mak

Mak, you are the greatest mom in the world
You will be forever remembered in our hearts

Todate, your beautiful children have grown from being a mother and father to grandmother and grandfather.

Al Fatihah for both Mak and Bapak

Ya Allah, cucurilah rahmat kepada mereka berdua sebagaimana mereka telah mencurahkan kasih sayang mereka memelihara dan mendidikku semasa kecil.

(Surah al-Isra' 17:24)