CANDY MEMOIRs

2009-04-23T21:25:00.002+08:00

Happy Birthday Mama... Told you much earlier on to take off and be at home today but you are just to busy. Bought the thing you wanted. And there's more. The only thing missing is you.. Why must you think so much about the shop and why must it be today. What's the use of the staff if they cant even help with the work. Why must you run here and there just to do the work. And most importantly, why must you care so much when your need wasn't even attend to? Just forget it mama.. We have a family of our own. Just be happy with us. I promise I'll make you happy everytime we are together. Big hugs....

2009-04-05T20:38:00.003+08:00

2009-03-09T21:56:00.012+08:00

~~Shikin's Engagement~~

2009-03-05T21:09:00.011+08:00

Vincent van Gogh, for whom color was the chief symbol of expression, was born in Groot-Zundert, Holland. The son of a pastor, brought up in a religious and cultured atmosphere, Vincent was highly emotional and lacked self-confidence. Between 1860 and 1880, when he finally decided to become an artist, van Gogh had two unsuitable and unhappy romances and had worked unsuccessfully as a clerk in a bookstore, an art salesman, and a preacher in the Borinage, where he was dismissed for overzealousness. He remained in Belgium to study art, determined to give happiness by creating beauty. The works of his early Dutch period are somber-toned, sharply lit, genre paintings of which the most famous is "The Potato Eaters" (1885).

In 1886 he went to Paris to join his brother Théo, the manager of Goupil's gallery. In Paris, van Gogh studied with Cormon, inevitably met Pissarro,Monet, and Gauguin and began to lighten his very dark palette and to paint in the short brushstrokes of the Impressionists.

His nervous temperament made him a difficult companion and night-long discussions combined with painting all day undermined his health. He decided to go south to Arles where he hoped his friends would join him and help found a school of art. Gauguin did join him but with disastrous results. In a fit of epilepsy, van Gogh pursued his friend with an open razor, was stopped by Gauguin, but ended up cutting a portion of his ear lobe off. Below is van Gogh's self-potrait with his ear being bandaged after the cut.

Van Gogh then began to alternate between fits of madness and lucidity and was sent to the asylum in Saint-Remy for treatment. Below is the entrance of Saint-Remy.

In May of 1890, he seemed much better and went to live in Auvers-sur-Oise under the watchful eye of Dr. Gachet. Below is a potrait of Dr. Gachet by van Gogh while he was in Saint-Remy.

Two months later he was dead, having shot himself "for the good of all." During his brief career he had sold one painting. Van Gogh's finest works were produced in less than three years in a technique that grew more and more impassioned in brushstroke, in symbolic and intense color, in surface tension, and in the movement and vibration of form and line. Van Gogh's inimitable fusion of form and content is powerful; dramatic, lyrically rhythmic, imaginative, and emotional, for the artist was completely absorbed in the effort to explain either his struggle against madness or his comprehension of the spiritual essence of man and nature.

2009-02-11T00:03:00.004+08:00

Let's go back to Primary 3 Science... The life cycle of a butterfly.

Those butterflies were really beautiful.. I envy their wings. However they gave me goosebumps everytime it flew past or near me. One or two is okay but more than that it is just too many. I took few pictures. Will show you a few here but the rest will be at facebook. In fact, already in facebook. So here's my darlings..

2009-02-07T21:56:00.002+08:00

Let me tell you what happened on Friday. I started lesson after recess which was at 3.25. I've only 2 periods of English and a period of Maths with my darlings before we proceed for our PE. This is what happens every Friday. But what not supposed to happen on last Friday was, a bee visited us while we were doing Maths. Being an adult, I told myself to stay calm eventhough my heart was shrieking like mad. I told my darlings to stay quiet as the bee is attracted to noise (I don't know where i learned this theory). The bee being bee, they love the light. As calm as I tried to stay, my heart told me to do something about the bee. To shoo it away. So i ran to switched off the lights thinking that I'll use the broom to chase it away. Unfortunately, after I switched off, POOP, the bee dropped to the floor and that's when my darlings jumped out from their seats and dashed to me. Some even hugged me. Haha. I switched on the lights again, then switched off, then switched on, not really knowing what to do. Not so brave after all.. At last, I decided to go for an early PE lesson. What a day.. I already planned my lesson well and that bee sibuk only. PE was fun. My favourite subject. *grins* Next Tuesday, there'll be no lesson as we are visiting the.....Butterfly Park! @ Sentosa. Maybe I should bring a camera. Then you can see my darlings. *rubbing hands*

2009-01-29T00:16:00.003+08:00

My blog has been stagnant for a month. Ha ha ha... New school, new environment, new colleagues, new stuffs, so of course I hardly have time to rant about whats going on. But. But but but, I do have time for facebooks. The games are just so addictive. It's just my kind of game. *winks* So updates are only on facebook. Mostly photos. Great time at East Coast. Planned to meet again soon. Hopefully will as the saying goes action speaks louder than word. Back to facebook, I feel like foregoing my friendster. There's nothing fun about it anymore. However, lots of sweet encounter/memories happened in/through friendster. Those comments left by my friends, it brought back the times when we were having great moments together. And through friendster, i found a real true friend. Whom I really treasure. Who is like a gem to me. Priceless. Through friendster, I felt love. From the day I knew this true friend, and till now, its been exactly 4 years. Happy special friendship relationship, whatever ship you want to call it, dear.. I pray we will be even happier together in long years to come. And this prayer is my "prezzie" for you.... hehe. *hugs*

2008-11-30T15:26:00.045+08:00

First Day In Japan
The flight was so cool. But scary. Hehe.. I really do have phobia in height. But after awhile the journey was smooth and okay.. Once landed in Kansai Airport, I was amazed with the different kind of technology they have there. Not enough with scanning fingerprints, they also scan your face for photo. At that time i was so excited to get out of the building because they said the temperature outside was 12 degrees cel. Finally when im out, cold wind brush through my face. For a moment i thought it was the air-conditioned but no! It’s the ambience itself. Your eyes get squinted by the glaring sun but yet you can feel the coolness in your face. We got onto the bus (what they called as limousine) which was like 70 minutes journey to our hotel New Hankyu. We wanted to check in but they said we are only allowed to do so after 2. Great and now is like only 10am. So what the heck we just wander wander around la. And....I cant stand whatever comments came out from her mouth. Currently while typing all this both bosses are on the ferris wheel ride. I told them im afraid of height which is partly true but the real truth is that i want to be alone. It seems cool to be alone here. Everybody is like minding their own business. Not noisy..relax pace. How i wish Singapore is the same.
---signing out at 12:20pm Osaka time.

I get to have the room all alone! Yoohoo...so shiok. Freedom. Haha. Once in the room i took out all my clothes and hang them nicely in the wardrobe. Toiletries I placed them in the washroom nicely.. My laptop, camera, hp on the study table.. And so on and so forth. It’s just like having your own house. You can decorate or place the things the way you want. After taking a long hot shower, i glued myself to the computer. My intention was to practice presentation for tomorrow but i ended up watching meteor garden. While the two aunties went out for dinner, i stayed in my room and ate the rendang and lontong mama gave. Sedap eventhough it’s cold. Miss home la..
---signing out at 07:30pm Osaka time.

Second Day in Japan

I woke up at 6:00 and straightaway look out the window to see how the sky was. It was still dark but its like 6.45 singapore time kind of dark. After ironing my clothes, I looked out the window again and saw the sky was already starting to be bright. That time it was around 6.30. The day here starts early it seems. 7.45am sharp we met Wada san at the lobby. He said he’ll walked us to the headquarters which i thought was like few blocks away but guess what! It was few streets away! The weather was like oh my god..how to describe.. so cold. Even when you talked you can see icy smoke coming out from your mouth. This was something that I could only see on tv or when i put ice in my mouth. So just imagine the coldness and silly me, i didn’t bring my glove. Not like i didn’t bring it at all but i left it at the hotel. Back to the walking part, I realised that Japanese people like to walk. Walk walk walk.. I don’t know whether they want to warm themselves up or what. And eventhough a lot of our cars came from Japan, but not many of them are driving. Mostly walk or took bicycle. No wonder the air here is very fresh. And for your info it’s hard to see trees here. If in Singapore you could see trees along the road, here, at least at this Hankyu place, i see no trees! The funny thing was no trees but yet the air is fresh. The wonders of walking. Haha..
Anyway, I thought only few countries are presenting but i was shocked to know that 16 groups are participating! Oh my god! I was damn nervous. Especially when Christine told me to do the whole presentation alone. She said she got no confidence in Madam Phua. I’m like so not prepared but what can I say. I told madam phua to operate the laptop but even so she already nervous wrecked. The presentation have to stop half way because Madam phua stumbled upon certain slides..but i don’t really mind. It’s just Chris..she kept making faces. The presentation went well.. I don’t know what san la, but he likes out idea very much. Alhamdulillah.... I can now type this entry in piece while eating my mee cup. Hehe..
Oh yeah i read Cally’s email just now. She was so poor thing. But cute la.. Oh yeah i might be going back earlier because we just found out that we are not involve in the automotive conference tomorrow and Friday. I want to go back.. I miss Singapore already...
Oh yeah i forgot to mention about the place i visited today. Its call, the..oh dear i forgot..Gardens of lighting?..Something like that la. The place is so beautiful and romantic. Light (glow in the dark) of different colours are everywhere.. on the floor..It really looks like a garden and most of the people there were couples. Very nice very memorable. Couldnt take pictures as it was too dark and if i were to use flash, it will kill the lightings.. Oh yeah, before we went to the garden, we were told to write our wishes in a card and put it into a starry box. I wished for nothing much. Just happiness with everybody.(i know silly to tell others my wishes, but hey, wishes are just wishes..Doa lagi power..)
Okay that’s all..I want to watch Meteor Garden. (another love garden..hehe)
---signing out at 11:00pm Osaka time.

Third day in Japan

Since we are not involve in the automotive conference, sweet 26 years old Takeda san volunteered to bring us around the R&D plant. Sounds boring but actually it was quite interesting.. I learned a lot over there. They even had a special room for smokers. In the room they will be a suction machine so that the room wont be so stuffy with smoke. Nippon Paint Singapore should do this. I cant stand them polluting the air. Hehe.. (action seh). Travelling in Osaka was very confusing. So many stations. But give me a month or so I might get used to it. Something embarrassing happened today. Takeda san brought us to a restaurant which claimed that they sells nutritious food. It was a very cosy restaurant. The staff brought us to a room and turn on the heater for us. Really cosy.. When they asked me what I want to eat, I went like “Hmmm...”, gave them the best smile I could gave, unzipped my bag, and took out my sweet chilli flavoured mackerel can food. I looked at Takeda san and said I only want plain rice and was wondering if they could heat up for me the can food. He looked at me with disbelief and laughed. They laughed. Basket.. I felt like throwing the can food at his head. Anyway, he nod and said he’ll try. The waitress was very cute. I don’t know what he said to her but she goes like this, “haik,haik,haik..” all the way..and came back with a bowl of rice, heated can food and some pickles to go along. My dish turned out to be delicious. I ate like a monster. Haha. But i still feel like knocking something onto that Takeda san’s head. During dinner he told us that he will bring us to a special restaurant. They insist that i should joined them and bring along my can food like just. I just snapped a big NO to them and begged Madam phua to be more understanding. And so...I had instant noodles for dinner. Nicer okay, especially when I have Meteor Garden to accompany me.

---signing out at 7:00pm Osaka time.

2008-11-23T15:10:00.000+08:00

On one lovely night, prince charming gave me this. I felt like Cinderella. But when clock strucks 12, prince charming back to camp. I felt like Maiza.. Haha. I'm just a "little" late to post this right..Thank you dear. Hugs Hugs.

2008-10-30T18:12:00.018+08:00

I've not been having free time to touch my lappy. Even if I do, I'm always busy(lazy rather) doing other stuff. What an owner. So sad. Anyway, Syawal this year has been a blast! Hahakz.. I'm exaggerating. Not exactly a blast one but definitely a memorable one. Met friends that I've not seen for a long time; brought back the secondary school aura. Lovely..

And Sunny looks very "Sachak" in that piece..haha. Quuuuu-nuuuuud. *grins* I really enjoyed myself and had fun dear. *Flying hugs over to you at Brunei*

Here's some candy memoirs to end the Syawal post. Smile always...

Oh oh wait.. I need to show you this! Must watch this Jangan Jangan video! Enjoy..

2008-10-16T21:11:00.007+08:00

Gaya: Hey maiza.....its indeed sad news that you will be leaving us....but anyway its good to know you were expected in MOE.....best of luck there and ya we should all meet up for dinner some day......it wil b 1 girl short in our group from now...:-(....will definitely miss u.....:-)

Shu Hui: You caught me in surprise. Feel sad to hear that you are leaving the course.
Hey, our F5 group got to change name to F4 because of you lah. Is your fault! Haha! Really enjoy working together with you as a team for the past half year.
Wish you all the best in your future undertaking and do keep us in contact okay.

Weng Yee: Hallo. so sad ... ... what an unexpected news... ... It's been great studying, working on projects together. Wish you all the best in your future undertakings. Do remain in contact with all of us always.

JJ: Hey girl! oh gosh, so sad to hear you are leaving the course as we had so much fun working projects out like madness, but nevertheless I really wish you all the best in you becoming a teacher!..please do keep in touch ok? Lets meet up for dinner or something shall we girls?

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Let's welcome........ MISS MAIZA!!!!

2008-10-01T14:58:00.004+08:00

2008-09-07T22:51:00.004+08:00

Ordinary Sunday became an extraordinary one with a Sunny person by your side. Truly enjoyed the company and thank you for everything. May Allah protect and bless you wherever you may be. You make my day go blink blink dear.. *grins*

Take care and thank you once again lovely one.

Psst: The Kurma really is like a chewing gum. hehe..

2008-09-05T23:12:00.005+08:00

It is noteworthy that the month of Ramadhan is a blessed month and an opportunity for every Muslim to draw near to Allah, increase his morality and spirituality and to gain abundant reward.
Ramadan is a great month. This is the month of the Qur’an, and in this month is the Night of Qadr, which is better than one thousand months. Allah chose this month and a particular night in this month to grace humanity with His Final Testament, His Last Message, the Qur’an. Allah chose this time, and He has filled it with His countless blessings. In this month we have a greater urge and desire to do good deeds. This month becomes the month of virtues and blessings for us.

Let us keep the following things in our mind when we observe this month:

1. Intention: Remind yourself again and again that you are fasting in obedience to Allah. Be sincere in your intention.

2. Sunnah: Observe the Sunnah in fasting. Take the sahur meal a little before dawn and end your fast at sunset. As much as you can, try to fast as much like the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) fasted. There was no prayer better than his prayer and no fast better than his fast. Try to follow his way of fasting. That is the most acceptable way of fasting to Allah.

3. Wara` (Avoiding everything haram or makruh): Keep your body and mind very clean. Fasting is not just avoiding food and drink. Fasting is to learn how to avoid bad words and bad deeds.

4. Qur’an: Fasting and revelation are inter-connected. Prophet Musa fasted when he received the Torah. Prophet `Isa fasted when he received the Gospel. Prophet Muhammad fasted when he received the first message of the Qur’an. Let us do the same thing. You must fast and spend more time with the Qur’an.

5. Prayer or Solat, Doa and Zikir: Pray on time and observe all the prayers. Do not ignore the Tarawih or Ramadan night prayers. Make more extra and voluntary prayers. Do as much worship as you can. Do more zikir (remembering Allah) and doa for yourself and for others. Repent and seek forgiveness for yourself and for others as much as you can. This is the best time for devotion and seeking Allah’s forgiveness. Seek the Night of Qadr by special devotion during the last ten nights of this month.

6. Zakat, Sadaqah and Generosity: Ramadan generates the spirit of giving and sacrifice. When we deprive ourselves of food and drink we understand and realize well what it means to be hungry and thirsty. We realize the pain of those who cannot find the basic necessities of life. Be very charitable and generous. Give more to help the poor and needy.

7. Family: Goodness must begin at home. Be very good to your family, immediate family and the extended family. Spend more time and quality time with your family members. Try to have sahur together. Break your fast together and pray together as much as you can. Do this more at this time. Ramadan should bring you closer to each other. Allah’s special mercy comes on the families that are united, harmonious and peaceful.

8. Good Conduct: Fasting should transform you and should make you a different person. Try to be extra kind and courteous during this month. Forget your quarrels and disputes. Reconcile and forgive.

9. Tafakkur (reflection): Think, reflect and plan to improve the moral and spiritual condition of your own self and your family. Think about any wrong things and sins you might be doing and decide to correct yourself. Think about any deficiencies you have in your Islamic observances. Plan to change yourself. Think what you can do for the Ummah and for humanity to make this world a better place for everyone. Think about the life after death and the Day of Judgment.

10. Be cheerful and happy: Ramadan is not a time of mourning or sadness. It is a time of thankfulness to Allah. Do not feel tired and miserable. Feel alert and relax. Take things easy. This time is for your own good. Give the greetings of Ramadan to each other and enjoy this beautiful time.

With this, I would like to wish all muslim brothers and sisters A Happy Ramadhan! *smiles*

2008-09-05T22:16:00.012+08:00

Accoording to Hadith - Sahih Bukhari Volume 7, Book 62, No. 1, Narrated Anas bin Malik:

A group of three men came to the houses of the wives of the Prophet asking how the Prophet worshipped (Allah), and when they were informed about that, they considered their worship insufficient and said, "Where are we from the Prophet as his past and future sins have been forgiven." Then one of them said, "I will offer the prayer throughout the night forever." The other said, "I will fast throughout the year and will not break my fast." The third said, "I will keep away from the women and will not marry forever." Allah's Apostle came to them and said, "Are you the same people who said so-and-so? By Allah, I am more submissive to Allah and more afraid of Him than you; yet I fast and break my fast, I do sleep and I also marry women. So he who does not follow my tradition in religion, is not from me (not one of my followers)."

KAK ALIN'S WEDDING

May Allah subhana wa ta'ala grants them a good life and they will live for as long as they remain together- in the bliss of happiness. Amin..

2008-08-16T13:17:00.003+08:00

Please press 'play'
Bunga (Karena Aku Lelaki) - Ihsan

2008-08-16T12:57:00.003+08:00

-My Ippo the Wrestler-

2008-08-16T12:48:00.001+08:00

~Lovely~

2008-07-27T22:59:00.002+08:00

Dear muslimin and muslimat, above is an invitation to the celebration of the virtuous night, Nisfu Sya'ban. Do invite your family, friends, loved ones to this function. A night full of baraqah, Subhannallah.

2008-06-19T00:08:00.002+08:00

I miss my poot-poot so much....

2008-05-03T22:17:00.013+08:00

It's been years since I last went to Zoo. Price has reached way up high. Up up and away..hehe.

It's been months since I last saw the kids. They have reached up high too.. Not so much in height but the knowledge acquired. Basically from those unhealthy sources. hahakz..

Oh yeah, met Karmilah. She was stationed with the white parrot. Surprisingly, she was glad to see me. Kept tapping my shoulder and said "It's so good to see you Maiza....". So nice, so friendly.. She got my number and we waved goodbye.. Oh, the parrot was so shy but he/she managed to say "Hello" before I make a move. When it's time to say goodbye, he/she said hello.. Senget.

Apologised for the not-so-sood quality pictures. Taken using handphone camera only.. But enjoy still. Better than nothing.. *winks*

2008-04-19T11:13:00.002+08:00

Smile so wide..heheh. *winks*

Beside me is Mr Wang Chyang the Managing Director of NPS.

2008-04-18T18:33:00.001+08:00

Yippee hurray!!!

2008-04-16T12:18:00.002+08:00

Hey.. Decided not to go to work today. So lazy and sleepy. 3 hours of intense learning causes me a day of resting. That's expensive. Anyway, Monday's lesson was interesting. Business Economic was the module. Cool.. Learned new terms like spill over, opportunity cost, and what is a PPC curve. Quite interesting, but i need to listen hard. It's a whole new thing for me. Today's module would be Marketing Management. Wah..so anxious. *winks*

Last Saturday, my two darlings came for lunch. Late lunch I supposed. I'm very grateful they came.. We are like family, busy in the kitchen, fried chicken, prepare the table.. Ayu made lovely cupcakes. Chocolate & strawberry. hehe.. Too bad I dont have my camera with me or I would have post the picture now. I will eventually, as soon as the camera gets back to my hand. Thank you once again guys.. I hope we will have another gathering soon...

2008-03-25T15:54:00.003+08:00

Just to share with you bits of our project.

2008-03-23T14:49:00.003+08:00

Alhamdulillah..we got Gold award for our IQC project. Congrats TT. I'm so glad... Guess who's the star presenter. Me!!! hehe.. Logistics dept has never emerged as a champion and none became the star presenter before. I'm glad, I made a difference. I'm glad I could proof something before I leave the place. I'm glad I could proof Christine wrong.

Oh, we won $800 plus 1% of our cost saving and also a trip to Japan(not possible for me as I'm quitting)..

*smile smile all the way smile smile*

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My brother could play the drum well, and somehow I'm proud of it, but at times I regret it. Whenever he works on his drums I felt like he's tearing this house apart. Each beat he made gives a loud bang in my head. Especially when I come back home from work, tired and sleepy, the drums are the last thing I want to hear. I will shout at the top of my lungs to stop him from playing but my voice will be drown by the powerful beat of his drums. Waste energy shouting.

Since there's nothing I could do to stop him, now I will just let the beat diffuse into my cell membrane, enjoy it, and just pretend I'm hearing a lullaby. It works.. Now I could sleep peacefully despite him playing like a mad person.

2008-03-15T13:33:00.001+08:00

Proud of it! *winks*

2008-03-09T13:58:00.001+08:00

Of all the acclaimed masterpieces that the world has seen, nothing can be compared to the book known as the Qur’an. Millions have become Muslims upon simply hearing a verse from this amazing book, yet still the majority knows nothing of it. The Qur’an is the Final Revelation from the Creator to humanity. It was revealed in the year 610 CE to the Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, and completed over a period of 23 years. These 23 years of revelation resulted in a book comprised of 114 chapters and over 6000 verses. All of this was to become the primary source of law for the whole of mankind to live and die by.

The impact of this book is such that Allah says: [Had We revealed this Qur’an upon a mountain, surely you would have seen it humble itself and crumble out of the fear of Allah. Such are the parables We put forward to mankind so that they may reflect.] (Al-Hashr: 21)

However, it seems as if the hearts of the people have become harder than the mountains which tower above us. When the Qur’an is recited or even mentioned, people turn away with disgust. In the West, this is primarily due to the negative exposure from the media. It has resulted in many non-Muslims not even wanting to hear the name of this amazing book. Muslims too, have become hardhearted because of the cultural influences of the West. Many young Muslims perceive the Qur’an to be nothing more then an old wrapped up book, which comes off the highest shelf once a year during Ramadan!

Upon hearing Qur’anic recitation, you may be rather startled. Besides hearing the reciter of the prayer, you often hear people in the background sobbing and wailing heavily. So what is it that makes these people cry so much? It is nothing more than the beauty and eloquence of this book which moves millions to tears. This beauty is expressed in the language of Arabic.

Allah says:
[Indeed We have revealed this as an Arabic Qur’an so that you may understand.] (Yusuf: 2)

Dear Brothers and Sisters, as you can understand how beautiful and holy a Quran is, please DO NOT touch it when you do not have wudhu on you. Regardless if you are only in hadas kecil.

The Qur'an 56:77-79 states:"That this is indeed a Qur'an Most Honourable, In a Book well-guarded, Which none shall touch but those who are clean:"

Give your highest degree of respect to Qur'an and it's verses. Place the Quran above your knees whether you are reading or not reading it, whether you are standing, squatting or even sitting. Do not touch it if you do not have wudhu unless you are saving it from a non-muslims hand or somewhere dirty.

Dear Brothers and Sisters, recite Al-Qur'an as much as you can, do not forget Al-Qur'an, for when you are alone in the alam barzakh, there will come a pleasant looking person, who will accompany you throughout your time there. You will ask, "Who are you?"

And he will reply, "I am Qur'an."

2008-02-02T17:20:00.000+08:00

2007-09-14T19:28:00.001+08:00

Today is a very special day for me. Some sweet thing happened on this date. A very memorable one.

-*For me and for someone*-

I'm not sure if someone remembers it but I do... I doo bee doo bee doooo.... hehe.

Well, for this special day, I would like to present this, below... :p

2007-09-08T15:09:00.000+08:00

Rare and beautiful... Can i be one like this too? *grins*

-By the way, this parrot flower was brought to you from Thailand-

What's next? Bear flower? Hahakz.. and can only be found in Woodlands 349. *stick-out-tongue*

2007-09-04T18:37:00.000+08:00

Sad sad sad sad sad sad sad!!! What the hell... Who cares!

2007-07-22T15:29:00.000+08:00

There's always more that we could do for you. So much sacrifices that we could offer to you. But work made us too busy to care or pay attention to the love ones. We're sorry for not being there always. And We're sorry to see the pain you were in. You kept the pain to yourself all these while, and we didn't even bother to give more time to you. We are sorry.. and I am utterly sorry. Words are not enough to express this feeling I'm having but it hurts a lot to see you cried in pain that night.

May Allah blessed your soul and may He give forgiveness to us all.

-Love you-

2007-06-01T21:43:00.001+08:00

~Dedicated to Beautiful Writer~

2007-05-24T18:24:00.000+08:00

Dear All, for sharing.. Regarding qualities to look for in a spouse. If it's to lengthy for you, just concentrate on the bold sentences. Thank you..

The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, taught us in many Hadiths about the various characteristics which one looks for in a spouse, their relative importance, and which ones determine success, and bring Allah's blessing on a marriage, in sha Allah.

Among those Hadiths are the following:
Abu Hurayrah, may Allah be pleased with him quotes the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, as saying, "A woman is married for four things, i.e., her wealth, her family status, her beauty, and her religion. So you should marry the religious woman; (otherwise) you will be a loser." (Reported by Al-Bukhari)

Accordingly, the most important characteristics that one should look for in a spouse are:

1- Religion
In the above Hadith, the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, mentioned various characteristics that people, by their nature and custom, look for in a spouse. He did not advocate any of them, but merely stated them as facts of human nature except for the issue of "religion", i.e., a prospective spouse's piety and religiousness. About this characteristic, the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, "So you should marry the religious woman; (otherwise) you will be a loser."
This order is quite different from the general statement at the beginning of the above-mentioned Hadith. We must be careful not to be superficial in this issue. The mere wearing of Hijab or keeping a beard and praying in the Masjid, as routine compliance with requirements of piety, do not by themselves guarantee it. There are many people who at first glance appear to be abiding by Islam, but upon closer inspection have a twisted understanding of Islam and their practice in reality may leave much to be desired. `Umar, may Allah be pleased with him, once told someone who had testified to the goodness of a person by the fact that he had seen him in the Masjid that he did not know him as long as he had no dealings with him that involved money, did not live with him, and did not travel with him. The characteristic of piety applies to the groom just as much as to the bride. This should be the main focus of both the woman’s guardian and suitor. In this context, the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, "If someone with whose piety and character you are satisfied comes to you, then marry him. If you do not do so, there will be disorder in the earth and a great deal of evil." (Reported by At-Tirmidhi and others and classed as Hasan)

2- Character and Behavior
In the above Hadith addressed to guardians and parents, the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, commanded them to facilitate their marriage when they are satisfied with two issues: the faith of the suitor and his character. Character is of extreme importance in Islam and goes hand in hand with faith and piety. The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, has even described it as the purpose of his mission to mankind as we can see in the following Hadiths: "I have only been sent to complete good character." (Reported by Al-Hakim and others and classed as Sahih) "I am a guarantor of a house in the highest degree of Paradise for one who makes his character good." (Reported by Abu Dawud and it is Hasan) Allah establishes the relation of this issue to marriage, saying: "Bad women are for bad men and bad men are for bad women. And good women are for good men and good men are for good women." (An-Nur: 26) One of the important issues of character in the spouses is the quality of Wudd. This means kindness, lovingness and compassion. The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, "Marry the loving/friendly, the child-bearing woman, for I shall outstrip the other nations with your numbers on the Day of Judgment." (Reported by Ahmad, Abu Dawud, and others and classed as Sahih)

3- Child-Bearing
As we see in the above-mentioned Hadith, the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, recommended men to marry women who are child-bearing. This characteristic is related to some of the goals and purposes of marriage that were mentioned earlier such as procreating the Muslim Ummah, raising a pious family as a cornerstone of society and so forth.

4-Virginity
There are many Hadiths which recommend that a man must marry a virgin woman; such as the following: "Marry virgins for they have sweeter mouths, more productive wombs, and are contented with little they get." (Reported by At-Tabarani and it is Hasan) Other narrations indicate that a virgin is more likely to be pleased by a man and less likely to be devious and deceiving. Once, when Jabir married an older and previously married woman, the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said to him, "Why not a virgin? You could have played with her and she with you." Muslim scholars stress that this good attribute applies to man just as it applies to woman. `Umar ibn Al-Khattab, may Allah be pleased with him, once heard about a woman who was married to an elderly man and he said: "O people, fear Allah and let people marry their types.”

5- Beauty
This characteristic has a certain role to play since one of the purposes of marriage is to keep both spouses from sins. The best way to do this is to have a strong attraction between spouses. Although this is something which surely grows over time, initial impressions can in some cases become an obstacle to a successful marriage. The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, separated Qays ibn Shamas from his wife in the famous case of Khul` and her stated reason was that he was exceedingly displeasing to her. There are many Hadiths which urge the prospective spouse to get a look at the other before undertaking the marriage. Once a Companion told the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, that he was going to get married. The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, asked if he had seen her. When the man answered in negative, he, peace and blessings be upon him, said, "Go and look at her for it is more likely to engender love between the two of you." (Reported by Ahmad and others and it is Sahih)

Ibn `Abidin, a famous Muslim jurist, said, "The woman should choose a man who is religious, of good character, generous and of ample wealth. She should not marry an evildoer. A person should not marry his young daughter to an old or an ugly man, but he should marry her to one similar."

Beauty has its role, but remember that it is way down on the priority list under piety, character and religion. When a person puts beauty above all else, the consequences can be disastrous. This is one of the main reasons that young people seeking to get married must be helped by more mature family members in making their choice.

Based on the course "Family Law I" offered by the American Open University Elaborating on what one should look for in a partner, the late Sheikh Sayyed Ad-Darsh, former Chairman of the UK Shari`ah Council, adds:
“The age difference between potential partners should not be too great. It is not fair to give a young girl to a man who is twenty or thirty years her senior. If she, for one reason or another, accepts - or if he accepts, then it is their choice. But they should be aware of the future of their relationship and the implications of such a marriage.
A gray-haired man once passed by a young black-haired girl and he proposed to her. She looked at him and said, 'I accept, but there is a snag.' He enquired what it was, to which she answered, ‘I have some gray hair.’ The man passed on without a word. She called out. ‘My uncle, look at my hair!’ She had hair as black as coal. He said to her, 'Why did you say that?' She answered, ‘To let you know that we do not like in men what they do not like in women.’ Marriage is not for fun or experience. It is a life-long relationship. For that reason, any factor detrimental to the relationship should be avoided as much as is possible.

Highly educated males and females should seek partners with a similar educational background. Cultural and family background is very important. Common language is an essential way of communicating. Such things help the two partners to understand, communicate and relate to one another and are factors of stability and success - as are financial independence and the ability to provide a decent acceptable level of maintenance. Again, this is a way of ensuring that outside influences do not spoil an otherwise happy life. All ways and means should be considered, giving a solid basis for a new human experience which is expected to provide a framework for a happy, successful and amicable life.

The questions of common language, background, education and age, etc., are meant, in an ordinary stable context, to maximize the chances of success and stability in a very important Islamic institution, that of marriage. However, considering the particular position of Muslim communities living in minority situations, young Muslims, male and female, are exposed to all sorts of challenges - be they cultural, linguistic, racial or social.

The most fundamental question when choosing a partner is a religious one- As far as language, background, or social position are concerned, these are not significant factors that absolutely must be fulfilled before a marriage can take place. If the prospective partner is of good character, with a strong religious inclination, and the two young people are happy and feel compatible with one another, other considerations are not of such importance.

2007-05-20T21:57:00.000+08:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY IHSAN SAYANG!!!

2007-04-14T08:21:00.000+08:00

Hello All,

Here I've some videos to share with you guys.. Let us bring out the glory and radiance of selawat upon our Rasul Muhammad s.a.w. Because of him, we are here today. The toughness we are facing today is nothing compared to his. We work hard to overcome our hurdles only for ourselves and family but He did it not for himself, but for us.. His Umat.

With this selawat, may we have peace and prosperity in our lives. May we be among those people who spend their life doing good deeds. And may our hajat be granted by Allah s.w.t.. Amin..

2007-03-11T18:56:00.000+08:00

On Wednesday 7 March, I waited nervously for 1.30pm. Non-stop prayers are being said. Couldn't focus much on work. I walked a lot. Here and there and kept looking at the clock. I felt a big responsibility was given to me. I'm afraid i will fail him and left him disappointed. I don't want the same thing to happen again. I felt so guilty the other time. Still feeling the guiltiness for that time. If only I wasn't selfish...

Anyway, 1.30 came. But i purposely waited for another 10minutes. Only GOD knows how i felt that time. He was scared. I was scared for him too despite believing he could made it. Nervous or not, I told myself I had to do it. So i went in with the ID and password of his. And...KABOOM! The first letter i saw made me want to jump! Haha.. The "Donkeys" were a good one too. Oh boy, i really want to hug him tight at that moment and shout 'You've made it!!!!'

There it goes..in less than a minute, nervousness turns to happiness. If people there are blind, I don't mind crying out of joy. Hehe.. I gladly message him and asked to meet. At night. In a holy place.

At night...I could see he can't wait for my "letter". I said a few words, and then gave him what he wanted. His expression was blank at first but I knew he was glad too. He looked up with a smile and a sparkling eyes. So lovely. Told you he's glad too. Alhamdulillah..Our prayers have been answered..

2007-03-04T20:28:00.000+08:00

*{Do people think they will be left alone on saying "We believe," without being put to the test? We tested those before them; Allah will certainly mark out who are truthful and who are lying}* (Al-`Ankabut 29:2-3)

I got slap in the face when i read this:
- Satan makes you jealous of people around you. Envy and jealousy are destructive feelings. Instead, learn the attitude of those happy people and ask Allah to give you peace of mind like them.

But hey, I've changed. No longer that way and hope not to be that way forever Insya'Allah..

Well.. here's some guidance i want to share with you to bypass the Satan's trap.

1. Start dealing with feelings of shame positively which will lead you to repentance and spiritual growth, rather than negatively leading you to self-destruction through depression and suicidal urges. Support that move with sustained communication with Allah through worship, especially du`aa'.

2. Learn and practice Islam, not by doing the rituals mechanically but by involving the senses to contemplate the philosophy of worship and the wisdom of the text. (Spritual Quotient)

3. Avoid stimulants by observing Islamic guidelines in dealing with both sexes, through lowering the gaze, avoiding sexually stimulating situations such as dancing or watching, reading, and discussing explicit material or going to questionable places with the wrong people.

4. Respect the Islamic concept of `awrah (private parts). We are not allowed to look at naked bodies or pictures of them, so beware of "casual" nudity in college dorms and locker-rooms, or in "adult" literature, movies, shops, or districts where you live or while traveling.

5. Occupy your time with something useful such as learning new skills, doing charity work and sports with good, pious friends. Muslims know they will be asked about each second of their time, so they cannot afford wasting any.

6. Regain control. Do not allow Satan to take your lead through stirring your desires. Strengthen your defenses by constant remembrance of Allah. Fasting is an effective exercise in self-discipline and a beautiful worship.

7. Seek halal fulfillment for your desires through marriage. If you are sexually active and physically able, why not think of preparing for marriage to a good Muslim man? It could be the best solution to your problems.

8. Allow your angels to be closer to you through remembrance of Allah, the Qur'an, the Prayers, and staying clean and groomed in beautiful surroundings. Prophet Muhammad teaches that angels are upset by what upsets decent humans, including ugly surroundings, or offensive noises, odors, and behavior.

9. Remember that Allah is looking at you all the time even when you are alone, so do not displease Him with anything He hates to see you doing.

I know living in this modern world it's difficult for us to avoid seeing/doing 'maksiat' but insya'Allah if you keep Allah s.w.t close to your heart, we can together walk through the right path. We have full control of our body and our urges so don't let Satan deter us from the path of Allah. ;-)

2007-02-24T15:02:00.000+08:00

I may not have a golden heart, i may not have what you are looking for.. But i can promise that I'll be the best that i could for you, and I can promise to go through thick and thin with you. To smile despite difficult situation, so that you dont have to worry much. To give a listening ear, so that you can rant to me all that's in your heart.. To give a warm hug, so that you will never feel abandoned and alone. To pray for you, so that you'll have a long, safe and happy life.. That's all that i could afford to give.

Maybe not a golden heart..Maybe not what you are looking for..But only the best that i could give for you. I love you.

2007-02-17T15:43:00.000+08:00

In this life/world full of sins, I tried to be the best for you.. Even so, only my imperfections are visible to you. I'm still trying to be the best but along with that, non-stop prayers are being said. Now, I'm surrendering my whole fate/future in His hands.

In this life/world full of sins, I pray you and me together we go through the right path.. And not be lost like others.

In this life/world full of sins, I hope you can see the sincerity. For it hurts so much not to be trusted or believe.

However, in this life/world full of sins, I can only pray and hope, pray and hope, but decisions are up to Him...Ya Allah Ya Rahman Ya Raheem..

2007-02-17T15:21:00.000+08:00

It's a bit too late..But well, here goes.. A reunion in KL.

When the power combines, we are ..... Hahakz! Guess yourself..
Sedap sedap..Bismillah..
Here comes the family..Wee....

2007-01-12T08:33:00.000+08:00

I lost it.

Hiding myself behind those shadows,

I fear what's store for me tomorrow..

Darkness befalls again. Why..

2006-12-16T22:33:00.000+08:00

You're my honey bun sugar plum, pumpy umpy yumkin,
You're my sweety pie..
You're my cuppy cake gum drops snukum spukums you're, the apple of my eye..
And I love you so and i want you know that i will always be right here..
And i love..to sing, this song..to you, because, you, are, so dear...
*Flying kiss*

2006-11-26T18:35:00.000+08:00

As the skies grew dark,

And when nobody is around..

The stars up high,

Accompany me through my night.

2006-11-13T00:38:00.000+08:00

Look how fast we grow.. Relax and chill at my humble pad..
Balik kampung...Ohhhhh, balik kampung..Ohhhh,balik kampung...Naik lorry.. hehe. *bluek*
My siblings.. heheh. :p

2006-10-22T23:16:00.000+08:00

Click on the picture for better view

2006-10-15T23:43:00.000+08:00

2006-10-12T21:51:00.000+08:00

I'm feeling all alone now..
No one to share my sorrows, no one to hear my cries.
No one to make me smile..

Come here and keep me company..
Come here and play with me..
Come here be with me and come here make me happy..
Come here please.. Come back. I need you.. I love you..

2006-09-17T19:47:00.000+08:00

Thank you all who plays a part in making me happy on my birthday. Love you guys. I really appreciate the beautiful gifts and your time. *smile*

2006-08-20T16:40:00.000+08:00

2006-08-12T11:24:00.000+08:00

My family..

My Friends..

2006-08-11T05:45:00.000+08:00

Feeling romantic.. Uhhmmm...

2006-08-11T05:21:00.000+08:00

My Closest Buddy... Ayu Darling and Mehna Sayang. Tadaa!!! Pretty aren't they. I'm so lucky to have beautiful people around me. MMuaah!

2006-08-09T23:57:00.000+08:00

Let me share with you about my life.. Bit by bit you will know who are the special and beloved ones in my life. Especially this one. Muah!

2006-08-09T07:05:00.000+08:00

Hello! For the second time, welcome to my humble blog. I would like to share with you that this blog will not include much of text entries. Instead, there will be more pictures. Precisely! Thats why i called it CANDY MEMOIRs. *grins* This is me below, from this picture you can understand why i've been calling myself Idiotic in the past.

But now, not anymore. I'm a Lady. *smile*

~~CANDY MEMOIRs~~

CANDY MEMOIRs