Land Below The Wind

It's Monday, of another week.

I am at Kota Kinabalu. Capital City of Sabah State. Located on Borneo island. Or the other name or moniker for Sabah is 'The land below the wind'.

That's quite funny, all land are below the wind lah. Wind blows above ground right? then how come they call Sabah - Land below the wind? I'm not sure. And I don't really care.

This is the second week that I was away from home. It's getting mundane & a tiny wee bit homesick is already kicking in. The only thing that I'm looking forward to for next few days is spending good times with bunch of (crazy) officemates - hanging out after office hours with my friends and bitching about our bosses. Haha!

Last Saturday, was pure hell. Whole department has practically gathered here (bosses included) and we had sports' friendly matches. Due to lower number of us girls, I have to played PingPong, Badminton and later in the afternoon, futsal too. What a crap I am! I was soo out of stamina and breathing like a tired dog in no time! my skills are nothing to shout about and basically, I was sucks.Big time. But hey! luckily, it was just friendlies, and most of us have not been in sports attire for many months (if not years!)

Moral of the story, go back and start work out, chah! exercise and better yet, hit the gym. Oh, I know, there's one gym located about 300 metres from my cubicle at office. perhaps, I could climb up the Mount Kinabalu, one day?

Pic credit from internet

Listen : Forget you - Cee Lo

Home away from home

I have lotsa works to do & report to finish off. But I'm so freaking sleepy. You see, that comfy bed is calling my name! huwaa..

I.Must.be.strong!

Listen : Just A Dream - Nelly

On the road again

Memories could bring tears to your eyes, y'know. It hit you back and suddenly you remember almost clearly as yesterday of what had happened few years back. Especially when you visit and be again at a place where you've been before. You're reminded of that moments, the people you're with and things you did. But now, all that left are memories in your head. Currently, I'm at Kuching and being here reminds me of many people that I actually kinda missed but didn't realized, until I'm here and see the familiar places we've been to. Weird? or not.

Grand Margherita Hotel from Kg Gersik. View from across the Kuching Waterfront.

Listen: Grenade - Bruno Mars

Designated Driver

Hello all.

How was your weekend? its already Wednesday and here I am, asking about your last weekend? haha. Don't get me wrong. It's just that I'm still getting out the kinks from my sore joints and tired bones. I spent last weekend driving around for about 500++ KM in total. It was pure hell and i'm damn tired of long distance driving. had enough of it to last me for few months (or years). All because of them..

Listen : The time of my life (Dirty Beat) - Black Eye Peas

Another year..

Hola! Que tal?

Birthday keeps appearing so fast nowadays, y'all. It seems only few months ago when I celebrated one and tadaaa!! Today marking another year that has passed by. I’m overwhelmed with all the well wishes and prayers coming my way. Be it from family, friends and acquaintances all over the place. Even without presents, I’m overjoyed with their thoughts and the fact that they remember. If anything, I’m sure it’s the reminder on Facebook that does the job, but hey! One will actually have to do some clicking and typing at least, so it’s the effort that counts. Thanks people!
Owh, I know what I’m wishing for my birthday all right. But somehow, if they didn’t materialize or not happening according to my plan or wishes; then, its fine. I’ll work harder for it. But most of all, I’m thankful and feeling much gratitude to Allah swt for this life, health and chance to live another day. I’m not a rocket scientist or famous politician (not yet, anyway! haha) but I hope that by being a daughter, sister, girlfriend, work colleague, friend or mere an acquaintance to you, I do have given some (if not much) impact and made my mark in the life of people that matters to me.

I am far from perfect, though. Weaknesses, quirks and bad habits of mine are countless! Haha. But I’m trying my best. I think, there’s no stopping to strive for betterment and it’s not as if you’re looking to achieve no.1 spot in everything in this life. That will be boring; I mean, if you told yourself that you had arrived. Then what? Why so dead set trying to achieve so-called certain standards in life? Whose standard, anyway? I rather be imperfect and happy knowing that I still have so many things to improve and achieve in my life. Like that famous saying, ‘Change is the only constant thing in life’. Besides, I think being 34 is not so bad, eh?

My biggest birthday present last year turned 1 year old today!! Happy Birthday to Nadine Safiya, my god daughter who shared this special day with me. Mak Chah love you long time, Dutchess!


And this year biggest birthday present?? Of course la when my Brother got married and I got a new sister in law!

Listen : Secret - One Republic... and countless ' Happy Birthday' song :P

Nope, I'm not losing you..

My little/baby/kid brother got married today. Apparently, he’s not a baby anymore now. Jai was born 5 years after me. As the youngest and the last of siblings he was spoilt rotten by everybody in the family. We are so close since we’re small and we shared so many things between us. I always feel like he is one of my best friends. He is someone that I can talk to and share about stuff. He listened, he got my points when I’m talking and as far as I’m concern, his opinion counts to me, and vice versa. He is, without doubt, the brainiest and smartest in the family. He scored much more excellent result in SPM examination (as compared to mine! Haha) and got accepted for A-level program and then to pursue his degree in Germany. After spent almost 7 years in Germany, he was back for good last year. Even though we were apart for many years, we did keep in touch and communicate as much possible over that period. He never changed. He is the same person I’ve known all my life. And when he’s here, if feels cool to just hang out with my all-grown-up brother and chill out together. He told me his secrets (stuff he doesn’t want our parents knows) and I do the same, all the time. He is my confidante. The secret keeper and staunch supporter too. I don’t feel like I’m losing him at all. If anything, I think we’ve grown much closer now. Although I feel bad and a bit guilty for not able to make it to his Nikah event today, we’re going to meet and rock his reception this Saturday. And although he got married earlier than me, he ‘gave’ me a younger sister that I never have! And I’m overjoyed. To Ada, Congratulation and welcome to the family.

Jai, I don't have any shred of doubt that you’ll be a great husband and father. I love you, Bro!

Mak and her beloved youngest boy!

Listen : Marry You - Bruno Mars

Blue Sky

I just got back from a work trip where I trawled 2 towns of eastern peninsular Malaysia namely Kota Bharu & Kuala Terengganu. The weather was super hot but the food were delicious, as ever.

And as of now, I kinda miss the blue sky of Kuala Terengganu and of course, the charming and laidback friendly people there.

listen : Beautiful Monster - Neyo