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Wordless Wednesday (24) Just Another Birthday Dinner

2012-01-11T11:21:00.000Z

10 January 2012

2012-01-11T03:20:00.000Z

Happy birthday Me!

Love,

It's A Girl Thing

2012-01-09T00:30:00.011Z

I love what make-up can do to my face. Who doesn't right? Even applying a lip gloss can change one's look. Then came good responds from friends and colleagues, "Wow, your lips so healthy and shiny!". Haha. Ok tipu, friends takkan cakap bibir healthy je, diorang mesti tanya lip gloss u beli kat mana :D

It was a casual outing, plan nak go out for a watch hunt since Alan has been giving hints to have a watch as part of the gift during our wedding, then without realizing, I drag Alan to Topshop to see the make up range for the first time. Two sales assistant were there to assist me. Both are so kind and bubbly. One Chinese and one Malay. Okay tak ada kaitan actually, tapi since they are so helpful, I ended up with these in my shopping cart. Heheheee..

1. Eye brush

2. Blush in Walnut

3. Black gel eye liner

4. Lipstick in Desert (Nude)

5. Lipstick in Hazard (Bright Red)

6. Lash Extender Mascara in Black

Free:

7. Topshop make up pouch

8. Lip and eye polish in Lavender

9. Eye Crayon in Rock Chick

I know, it's a total make over! It's been over a year and a half since I went make up shopping. A birthday treat is just another great reason to shop :)

Apart from the free gifts which I got together with the Topshop make up pouch, what made me more happy is that I got 30% discount for all items since it's my birthday month! To entitle for this 30% discount, you got to have the 'Fashion Fast Forward' membership card. I saved 1/3 on total price hehe.

Hazard is my first ever bright red lipstick. I'll post a picture as soon as that daring side of me wanting to come out :D

Happy working!

Wordless Wednesday (23) I Rest My Case

2012-01-04T13:16:00.001Z

2012

2012-01-03T13:00:00.000Z

Bismillah...

May 2012 be a good year, insyaAllah..

This photo might be the best answer to my disappearance..

E-day, Saturday, 31st December 2011.

26th Birthday!

2011-11-23T05:30:00.004Z

Today, 23rd Nov 2011 marked 26 years of the birth of my other half. We did celebrate at his favourite place last night, which is non other than Delicious but this time we picked the Bangsar outlet. Don't ask me why it has always been Delicious. Some even said the food was just alright, nothing to brag about, but Alan has been salivating for their Creamy Carbonara for a few weeks now, so I said why not! I'm having that Chocolicious Sundae too! :D

We started off with the onion rings which comes with the Aioli dip. Aioli is an interesting name for a food, so I said to Alan, we should name one of our children Aioli - combination of garlic, olive oil and egg. Sounds good?

Just in case Alan is still salivating for one, here's a picture for you to stop having it in your mind.

You've made a pack with me hun!

The birthday boy enjoying the Creamy cheese (we even ask for extra cheese slices to make it cheesier and us happier!)

This is right after clearing up the plate. Boy the portion was big! I can still remember it till now!

Later, our good friend Sarep who just came back from Nottingham, UK (not for good though, he loves UK more than us) joined for the dessert. At first we (actually it was me!) wanted to order two types of dessert but we ended up ordered only one which is the Chocolicious Sundae. Cannot believe those two boys not into desserts like I do.

Sarep who's mine and Alan's other half. So it's basically us three = complete! :D

Alan was so shy when I put the candle on the Sundae and Sarep helped in lighting it up. We sang happy birthday all the way for him - typical birthday celebration, but I liked it so much since both of my lovelies were there. Alan was happy to see his best bud too!

Blow the candle and let me eat the sundae!

With his birthday gift :)

A picture of us two taken using my iphone for the sake of remembering the moments when we turn old!

This might be cheesy, but here's one for you Alan!

Happy birthday to you sayang! I'm happy that you actually managed to clear the Carbonara on your plate last night. I'm happy that you liked the surprise birthday gift (even though I'm sure you already knew I brought something in that iphone 3G paperbag (obviously the gift was not an iphone) - unfortunately that gift can't fit into my small handbag). I'm happy that we have many things to plan and to fight and to be happy for in these coming weeks, months. Love you with all my heart.

Love,

Me, Calvin and Coco (oh! and sarep too!)

Blessed!

2011-11-22T10:05:00.000Z

More stories coming up.. Till then, I'm heading somewhere to celebrate Alan's birthday (which is tomorrow) :)

Crazy People = Creative People

2011-11-22T02:22:00.002Z

Haha, don't get me wrong, but always when I found people do crazy things, they are somewhat creative people. So, here's a little something that I'd like to share with you :)

Things To Do In An Elevator

#1) When there's only one other person in the elevator, tap them on the shoulder and then pretend it wasn't you.

#2) Push the buttons and pretend they give you a shock. Smile, and go back for more.

#3) Call the Psychic Hotline from your cell phone and ask if they know what floor your on.

#4) Bring a camera and take pictures of everyone in the elevator.

#5) Move your desk into the elevator and whenever anyone gets on, ask if they have an appointment.

#6) Lay down the twister mat and ask people if they would like to play.

#7) Leave a box in the corner, and when someone gets on, ask them if they can hear ticking.

#8) Pretend you are a flight attendant and review emergency procedures and exits with the passengers.

#9) When the doors close, announce to the others, "It's okay, don't panic, they open again!"

#10) Grimace painfully while smacking your forehead and muttering, "Shut up, all of you, just shut up!"

#11) Crack open your briefcase or purse, and while peering inside, ask, "Got enough air in there?"

#12) Stand silently and motionless in the corner, facing the wall, without getting off.

#13) Wear a puppet on your hand and use it to talk to the other passengers.

#14) Listen to the elevator walls with your stethoscope.

#15) Draw a little square on the floor with chalk and announce to the other passengers, "This is MY personal space!"

p/s: I so like to do no 6, 8 and 14 :D Someone lend me a stethoscope! :D

Orders For Designer Handbags (November)

2011-11-19T16:00:00.001Z

--------------Orders now closed. Thanks beautiful ladies!------------------

Updated!

--------------Order extended till Sunday, 20/11/11 by 4pm------------

So cepat-cepat submit orders to those interested k :)

Ladies,

I know this is so sudden, but I'm currently taking orders for designer handbags (as usual) :D. There are still empty spots left, so if anyone is interested to order, do drop me an email okay? :) All inquiries and orders should arrive to me before Friday midnight, 18th Nov, 12midnight. Sorry for the short period of time to order. All items for the month of November will arrive by 22nd November, so you'll be expecting to get them one day after the arrival date.

Send me details of your preferred bags, I'll quote the price and you can confirm the order and make payment for the order(s).

You know where to get me ladies.

Email me at aida.ghaffar@gmail.com or thisissofashion@gmail.com

Have a wonderful Thursday

Pesta Ayam?

2011-11-18T04:30:00.013Z

Hello hello,

First of all, hello November! Secondly, it's almost the end of the year, I am excited! Thirdly, Julia darling, congrats on your wedding! I loveeeee your beautiful dais :)

I was so lucky, period. Since I got back and made friends to whom I've known only over the email or the phone, I can gladly say that I've been to 2 hen parties to 2 of my new (not-so-new now friends). Whatever people are calling it, bachelorette or hen or hens party. The first one I attended/part of was Wanny's held at Cafe Barbera, Bangsar. Lovely place and so easy to find whilst the food was alright to some of us. The theme was purple, but I wore brown top because I didn't look at the invitation properly :D So bad of me!

Wanny who's wearing white got a nice black see-through babydoll nightie from us muahaha!

The next one was for Julia which is already married to Azad on 11.11.11. Nice date huh?

We booked The Gardens Restaurant at Mid Valley, nice place too with the green grass and white furniture, somehow seems like you are having picnic in the garden somewhere with a girl playing the Piano in the white big cage. Wanny brought the cupcakes for us!

How did we surprised Julia? Let that be a history, but one thing for sure she was ecstatic with the surprise (We are sooo glad that you loved it Juls!)

A few of Julia's friends were there too - Nurin (on the right sitting next to me) and Linda (on the left).

We played the typical 'guess the answer' with the bride-to-be. The questions mostly was about Julia and her fiance (now husband) which turned out so fun. We had such a good time kenakan Julia :)

Then it's unveiling the ultimate hen party present time. We got her 'hoho' a few lacey knickers to enhance her booty (since it's the husband-to-be sort of favorite body part!). :D

A picture with Wanny.

One group photo.

And another group photo..

Last one with the bride-to-be (now Mrs!)

Overall, I'm loving thechance that I've been given to attend such lovely parties. I must assure you to attend one if you've not been to any yet or even organize one for your lovelies. Even if it was not a big party or the one with heavy decorations, a hen party is somehow at it's best intimate, cosy and with friends be it close or not. It's the right time to have that girlie chat about love, weddings and nonsense. And now I'm so looking forward for the next hen party. Anyone wanna ajak me to theirs? :D

Have a good Friday ladies! I know I will :)

Working Life

2011-10-19T02:30:00.029+01:00

Many people has asked me about my post on trip to Brazil. Our top management you know they have power to let people down at the very last minute, so that's what has happened to me recently.

Truthfully, I'm not going, not for the time being as what I've been told. It took me no longer than an hour to absorb the decision since everything was so sudden. Even my visa application to Brazil took merely less than 1 hour to complete. That quick! On the day they informed me I'll be sent to Sao Paolo for 3 months (or maybe longer), I was quite shocked since I was left with only 1 week before the departure date. I must have gone crazy if I were meant to go, so lonely over there. Anyway, my boss was right when he said it's better for me to stay longer in our Head office, learn as many as I can and do what's right. InsyaAllah..

So guess what, instead of they send me to Brazil, Brazil actually came to me! Macam mana tu? That's when I've received a duty to be an entertainer starting 3 weeks ago. A very helpful entertainer I must say! :D

Our company had 3 visitors from Rio, Brazil which stayed over in KL for 3 weeks. Being a Project Engineer, little that I know my duties do not just cover anything in the office, but as well when I'm outside. Everything seems very new since I was so used to only office workload. When working for outsiders, I was tasked by my boss (which is also an expatriate) to make sure that our visitors are comfortable with our office and factory environment, equipped with IDs, internet connection and such, including being their lunch partner. Before, it was all normal routine i.e. having lunch with couple of friends on a normal afternoon, then I ended up having lunch with our fellow partners and my boss! Yikes.

Not that I don't like my boss, he's great good-looking Irish man with blue eyes (please God, don't let my boss read this!) working so closely with my boss is a usual thing, but to have lunch with him and talking about things that we do outside of the office is not healthy, I think, maybe? Friends who know me well must surely understand why. I tend to talk freely and openly without noticing the appropriateness of certain things at certain time. So it is worrying to spill anything which can highly effect my boss's perceptions toward me.

Hence, when my boss and our 3 Consortium Partners from Rio invited me for a dinner or what they always call in Brazil as "happy hour", I straight away invited my other colleague, Shahirah to back me up :D

They booked the Hard Rock Cafe for the night.
I've been to a few in other countries, but not in Malaysia.So kesian.

That's me in the middle. On the right side is Fernanda, the Project Manager while on the left is Douglas, Scheduler both from MPE, Rio De Jenairo.

Group picture - Newton (MPE), Shahirah, my boss, Fernanda (MPE), me and Douglas (MPE).

I had a huge portion of ribs, but not as good as Tony Roma's.

It was such a good night! I've learnt a few new things - about my boss, people in Brazil and how they are like, new Portuguese words apart from Te Amor (which means I love you!) and most of all, experienced "Happy Hour" like working people in Brazil after a stressful time at the office.

Anyway, here's one for you. Eu amo todos vocês! (I love you all!)

Kawan-Kawan Calvin

2011-10-13T07:41:00.002+01:00

Tolong....... harini kucing overloaded! :D

Hugo - Bapak Calvin

Calvin K.

Next weekend we will have a new addition in the family. Calvin must be really ~~sex~~cited! :D

Gorgeous Girlfriend Engagement Day

2011-10-01T16:34:00.003+01:00

Attended one of my gorgeous girlfriends' engagement, Liza. She's engaged to Hilal which was my classmate back in Southampton and is now my colleague at the current company I'm currently working with. Soooo sooo happy during engagements and weddings and this year and next year will be a back-to-back special days for most of my close friends. Ahhh, nothing can beat the lovely air of romantic solemnizations and weddings.

Meanwhile, nothing much has happened on a normal Saturday apart from attending morning engagement. All I got to say is that I am well-rested and ready for tomorrow. It's going to be another great Sunday!

Group picture

Excuse this picture hehe :D

Explosion At Empire Shopping Gallery

2011-09-28T04:15:00.003+01:00

While Raya post is still delayed tatau lagi berapa jam, I was shocked to hear that there's an explosion that happened at around 3am in the Empire Shopping Gallery building. I used to go there quite often meeting up my girlfriends and sometimes passing handbag orders to the customers. It's the nearest mall to my old house which is in Bukit Jelutong. I no longer live there as I've moved out to Damansara Perdana 2 months ago.

By the way, the explosion was said to occurred from the Starbucks and this is what I got from The Star today..

"SUBANG JAYA: Two people were injured while more than 300 people rescued and evacuated when an explosion occurred inside the Starbucks outlet at the Empire Subang here early Wednesday.

Four people, who were trapped in the lower ground floor of the shopping complex that also houses a boutique hotel, were rescued by firemen from the Subang Jaya Fire and Rescue Department.

The 3.45am gas tank explosion that happened at the outlet located on the lower ground floor also damaged two other floors of the complex.

The injured, a Nepali security guard and a local who sustained cuts caused by falling shattered glass, were sent to the hospital for treatment.

Subang Jaya Fire and Rescue department operations chief Harry said firemen from subang Jaya were assisted by their colleagues from PJ and surrounding areas in evacuating the hotel guests numbering more than 300 people."

The photos are from Google.

Too bad, I'm sure it will took a few months for the shops to recover.

Raya Post Coming Up...

2011-09-26T06:36:00.001+01:00

In a few hours.... :D

Have a good Monday lovelies!

Whitewater Rafting In KKB

2011-09-13T06:30:00.015+01:00

I am still under the weather. Been having a hard time breathing last night, so I inhaled 2 doses of the asthmatic inhaler one before going to bed, another one around 3am. Now, sick days don't really make me happy after having the thoughts that I've left work since last Friday. And since I really have a lot of time to spare apart from making myself a hot tea and lazying in front of the tv, I should just write about my not-so-recent white water rafting trip which was a month ago.

By the way, White water rafting is somewhat popular among my friends. Not that I'd say popular because they've been to one, but rather waiting for the right time to do it -popular. I've heard that there are many different places for rafting all over in Malaysia. Furthermore, this particular outdoor/extreme activity has developed a lot in terms of facilities and experienced rafters plus with the availability of many potential rivers in Malaysia, it has attracted a lot of attentions from those adventure-lover.

All this while, I've only managed to hear stories about how interesting the activity can be. I've been imagining myself doing it because of my love for outdoor activities. I love camping, I love jungle trekking, hiking and climbing. People who see me as what I am now couldn't believed that I actually love these kind of activities. Have I shared with you that I have slept in the jungle for 4 days without the tent and most of the facilities during my King Scouts? Yeah, it was one of those days back in secondary school and the memories are still intact in my mind and heart :D "Buat sehabis baik" hehe.

It was on that one weekend, on a Saturday morning just before reaching Ramadhan, I was very lucky to have finally experienced rafting in white water river in Kuala Kubu Bharu. Even though it was very last minute, I've managed to joined Alan and his Ambank colleagues. We gathered at our first check point, KL Sentral as early as 8am. Owh, Alan is no longer with Ambank. He's with 'harimau kuning' now :D

By the time we reached Kuala Kubu Bharu it has already been 10am. The journey to KKB only took us about 1 hour from KL (you'll pass by Rawang) but the remaining 1 hour was the time to wait for everyone to arrive at KL Sentral. It was a normal Saturday morning and I guess everyone was sleepy hence the lateness :D

With Alan's ex-Ambank management trainee friends.

The first thing that we did after arriving was to equipped ourself with all the necessary protections like helmet, life jacket and a paddle.

Everyone was ready to raft including me! And since it was my very first time rafting, I was all nervous, but luckily it's just temporary. I'm ready for all the consequences, but just unsure of what they'll be, hence the nervousness :D I looked like I've put on weight with that life jacket on me!

Solo picture, fully equipped :)

It was later that we are called for a 15-minutes safety and how-to briefing by the instructors.

I believed that listening to instructions are very important before you can go rafting on the rough water. You will never know what will happen when you are stuck in between the rocks or in the middle of jumping from a high drop. There are dangers everywhere, so precaution is a must to prevent from any accidents. I am glad that our instructors did briefed us accordingly. We are thought on how to use the paddle. They showed us how to react when facing different obstacles using techniques that they have been using in white water rafting. The scale of difficulties for KKB white water river can be graded as 5 till 1. The level of difficulties varies from each points along the rough water.

After the briefing, we have been told to quickly get into the river and to have a feel of the cold water. We are thought on how to swim in this kind of river due to the different sizes of rocks that are there in the water. You might get a bump or bruises if swimming with your head to the front, so the best possible way is to lie down with legs on the front facing the currents. But I guess this was not the best EVER way to swim since you will never know when your butt will get bumped with the big rocks. Ouch!

In between total of 3 hours it took to arrive at the final stop, we've stopped at two spots, the first stop was to loose all the tensions from all the nervousness and the next one to let us had a quick bites and drinks. It was during these breaks that all of us got closed to the instructors. They are very friendly to us and even they are very supportive in terms of sharing techniques and whatnot. Lucky us!

After the first break, little that we all know that we are going to face larger waves, rocks and drops and much much better obstacles. Yikes! Masing-masing muka sangat cuak when our instructor told us, "now we all should be ready as the next drop will be the largest one!" or dalam bahasanya "lepas ni dengar arahan baik-baik takut ada yang tergolek". Muahahaha! All I did was to grab my paddle and get a good grip on the side ropes. MasyaAllah, Tuhan je yang tahu perasaan I masa tu..

This our boat, before kejadian.

Semasa kejadian..

Masing-masing dah tergolek dog.. Alan muka paling excited. Don't ask, he's a much more adventurous person than me. Nah!

Us, after kejadian. That empty spot was where I was supposed to be before kejadian.

Then we head to the next obstacles.

To those who are wondering what is the sitting arrangements like, the above picture should justify it. The most front is our second instructor, he'll use his paddle to change directions. Our first instructor is wearing the blue helmet, he was the one who gave us all the instructions like "front, back, over to the right, over to the left, inside and etc". These instructions are used to change our sitting positions when facing different obstacles.

I brought along my camera, so an instructor with a water-proof pouch offered to keep my camera for me through out the rafting. Luckily that he managed to take our pictures while we faced the currents and obstacles. The others are afraid to bring theirs. Hence I should just say this, it's safe to bring along your (compact) camera as long as you keep them in the water-proof pouch and might as well let one of the instructors keep it for you. You'll then end up with gorgeous pictures like mine!

A few pictures of the other groups. There are 10 boats that day. 2 are from our group.

If you are not feeling lucky that day, your boat might flipped or you might get pulled out from the boat! Dangerous? Yes. I even got scratches on my arms (so do wear long pants and sleeves also wear covered shoes). Our boat flips at the VERY final drop. One of our mates got bad bruises/scratches on her shoulder. If she wore long sleeves, it will not be too bad I guess. As a warning, this will happen to everyone, so do take your instructor's guidance before anything else. But it was fun though! Sadly no picture of scratched arms :D

Me and Alan are planning for our next white water rafting trip, somewhere other than in KKB. We both just can't get enough of the rough currents and large drops, so we are thinking of some place with better obstacles. You should try one too!

Work Anniversary

2011-09-12T15:50:00.007+01:00

Pejam celik, pejam celik.. it has already been 1 year and almost 2 months since I stepped into the working world. I remembered clearly it was on the 2nd of August 2010 as I had just arrived from the UK 3 days before that. I was very determined back then to start to go to work since it's my very first job after graduating. A real proper work which suits my qualification. I've done internships, but it was totally a different thing because it was just temporary. Gladly I didn't waited that long to secure a job. In fact, I've secured my spot with the company even before I went through my final exam. It was during my Easter holiday (I think) that I went through a series of interviews at a careers fair in London. Total of 6 to be exact.

I thanked God that I was among all the lucky people attending for the interviews as it didn't took me ages to receive the good news. Even though it was only one offer, but it made me feel grateful for everything that I had back then and how I've made it that far. Yes, I did had a good feeling after attending that particular interview. The interviewer was the head of Human Resource which is none other than a lady with very soft heart. God give me a chance to have finally met her. We've talked like we've known each other before and later until we realized it has turned to a 1-hour 30-minutes session, longer than it should be. Later, after a month, that one call has changed my world in many ways and that was 3 month before my graduation.

Even though I've waited for offers from a few other specific companies, I've only managed to secure this one which is not even in my favourite list. But luckily at that time it was not hard for me to make a decision. I've tried digesting that this was chosen for me and I'm sure that Allah has better plans for me. And I was right.. Even recently I was being offered to work in an O&G company that's one of my favourites, I've rejected it simply because I love my current company, work, bosses and colleagues. It might not be the best company with the highest profit making, but it has something that others might not have. It has nearly everything that I need to really expand my capabilities.

I have a lot to share about working life but always lost for words in describing how great it was and still is. InsyaAllah, I'll slowly start writing again for the sake of keeping this blog alive :)

I was once in the GAME engineering programme. GAME stands for - Generating AMazing Engineer :) Recently happily ended my rotations and now is a Project Engineer for Brazil Projects.

Before I leave this space of mine, I'd love to share with you this. From my favourite Eleanor Roosevelt.
"The purpose of life is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience."

p/s: I'm on Medical leave today. On a fever and a minor cough because of the jerebu maybe. Let's pray that it will end soon.

Wordless Wednesday (22) Calvin - 1 Year 3 Months

2011-09-06T16:17:00.000+01:00

On A Place That I'll be Visiting

2011-08-22T04:31:00.002+01:00

There's so much to tell yet so little time to write...

First of all, thank you girls for the kind and lovely comments on my previous entry. I must say that I've felt a little bit better these few days. We have slowly resolved most of the issues between us, Alhamdulillah. I'm getting there to my calmer, happy place. I love being surrounded by happy people and happy things. So, I've made up my mind to make Alan happy. He has been very supportive when it comes to having discussions between us. When people talk about relationship, they relate it communication, and I'd say it's true. And I believe it applies to every other situation e.g. office, at home, meetings. All we did these past few days was interacting, sharing opinions and emotions between us. Communicating lead us to understanding each other in many ways. As easy at it sounds, this has took us to another level in a relationship.

Since we will be apart for couple of months starting next month as I'll be going somewhere for a work trip, I'm glad that our relationship is getting much better. It will be a lost to just be sad in somewhere foreign. Instead, I'm looking forward to adapt to a new place, new bosses, new faces, different style of cooking and in love with the country! Can you guess where I'm going? :)

It's Only A Phase

2011-08-15T12:34:00.005+01:00

There is a phase in a relationship that just don't justify love right. It's the time when arguing is the next best thing after a teary fight. When the girl feels so insecure of herself and the relationship while the boy just seems lost in the middle of being on himself or together as a couple. Most couples will go though this phase and it's common I guess. I'm not shy to admit that I'm currently in one. Where anything that connects the two of us seems so loose that we are not longer interconnected. When one party is lacking of appreciation of love, the other cared too much. When sadness, insecurity, unhappy replaced the meaning of love, attraction and enjoyment in a relationship.

As a woman, I'm always longing for an attention from someone who are willing to do so. Even I know this will not happen all the time. I loved being in the centre of attraction. I want my partner to put me first atop of everything else and knowing the limits. On career, money, friends. I just want to feel loved. If insecurities hit me, I craved for a sudden surprise or even from words of mouth saying that 'I really love you', 'I want to live with you forever' or even 'I care for you' from someone that really loves me. Once in a while is enough for me. That should give a spark in my tiny heart and to remind me that he is the one. These little things matter to me.

I'm just so restless and want to get it over with :(

Lula's Newborn Brother

2011-07-28T02:00:00.007+01:00

You know how I adore Tallulah Belle, Alan's first brother's daughter? The sweet little darling Lula! Let me just emphasized on how cute she was when she's a tiny baby and now still a little and already a sister to her newborn brother! Yup, she recently had a baby brother and I was all excited and nervous to know what's the name gonna be like. Alan's brother and sis-in-law are creative at picking out names :D. Last time it was her, and now what? Jeng jeng jeng... :D

Introducing

Micah Zain.

Pronounce as Me-ka (like you sebut Mecca in english slang) and zain (yeah like maher zain's) :)

Welcome little Angel!

Morning Thoughts

2011-07-23T21:39:00.001+01:00

It's already 4 in the morning and I'm still feeling energetic! Most probably because of the nescafe and maybe because of the conversation I had with all the lovely people I've met this morning. We shared stories, 'ours and theirs stories', we were on the roads in the middle of the night while others are already on their comfy beds and we reached those who are wanted to be reached. I personally never imagined myself doing 'this' and I thanked God for giving me the opportunity. Today will be another journey for me and for a few of my close friends. We have worked hard for this and all that we can hope for is that today's event will run smoothly. InsyaAllah..

Do you still remember that I've been meaning to share something that I'm up to lately? The thing is I didn't had much time to blog. Apart from doing office work, I must say that I've took part in a few interesting adventures which I personally never tried or experienced before. InsyaAllah I will fit my time to write more later. Have a good Sunday everyone. Calvin is calling me to bed now.. "Meowwww"...

Wordless Wednesday (21) Southampton University - This Time Last Year

2011-07-20T08:27:00.001+01:00

20th July

Alexa.. Ops!

2011-07-19T05:20:00.000+01:00

No.. It's not Alexa, but it's Alexis!

On a one fine day my friend Wanny sent me a text.. "let's meet, Thurday at Midvalley. Julia pun ada". I was actually happy to finally have a reason to see these two lovely ladies (and to finally take a break from the normal routines). It's not often for people to see me in Midvalley or the Gardens (don't get me started on KLCC or even Pavilion. Darn, it's very unfortunate that Shah Alam is very far from these malls). The furthest that I can go is One Utame that's simply because it's just next to my new office :D

So our girls-night-out was a casual outing which I like. We headed to The Gardens to see what's happening in there. That was actually my second time, while my first time was back then when the shops have already closed! Oh-my, it simply reminds me of Selfridges or much like the Designer Village, Westfield London which I've always visited during the good old times. Rows and rows of designer outlets. When I talked to Alan about them, I was shocked to know that Pavilion is actually much better! -_- Now, where am I this past 1 year!

Then after a good time browsing all the nice stuffs (pretty seasonal colours though - cabbage green, watermelon red, sky blue etc) we headed to Alexis. I must emphasized that I've heard about Alexis a lot - on facebook, blogs and from word of mouth. It has stylish interiors, warm hospitality and delicious food. At least that's what they said on the menu. So far, I'm not favouring the food, but loving the cosy environment! A good place to catch up with your dearest friends.

Wanny brought along her reception dress that she wore on her husband's side. It's a lovely royal blue chiffon dress which looked like a two-piece dress. There are white detailing (patch pearls) she did herself and the dress looked really stunning!

Julia busy examining the dress. Btw, I had the exact same one in pink, turquoise and yellow (but w/out the detailing). We did these dresses back during our trip to Ho Chi Min City last few months.

This is what both of them had - beef lasagne. Very generous portions.

Alexis pavlova.

So far I've tried the one from Serai and both have a distinct texture. I think I'm all into dessert lately :D

These two darlings shared one...

And I had one all alone hehe..

Should start work soon, have a good Tuesday everyone! :)

Wordless Wednesday (20) Funny Enough?

2011-07-13T09:00:00.008+01:00

A little something that made me laugh hard today! Oh joyful Wednesday!:)

Try this.
Go to http://maps.google.com/
Click on "Get directions"
Type in "Japan" in (A)
Type in "USA" in (B).
Click on "GET DIRECTIONS".
Look at the step no. 42.

or try this!

and even better!

LOL!

Wanny's Solemnization Day: Tying The Knot

2011-06-29T13:45:00.006+01:00

Wedding is like my next best friend after Alan and Calvin now. Considering that at this time of age, most of my dear friends are planning to get married, so it's a must for me and Alan to attend at least one wedding in a fortnight. This time around I got to be part of this beautiful wedding for 2 days in a row. I took a day leave on Friday then stayed overnight at Wanny's house since Thursday night in Putra Heights.

Wanny which I've only known for total of 10 months (we started meeting each other a day after I arrived back in Malaysia) is like a big sister to me. Since then we casually seeing each other and be friends. She seems to know everything that's happening now. She's very helpful when it comes to giving information. Oh boy, she's our shopping savior back when we were shopping in Ho Chi Min City. We rarely talk over the phone but casually texting each other when we feel to. It's normal I guess as I'm not that kind of person who loves talking to friends on the phone like any others. A text meant a lot to me so that I know what they are doing and that I'm still one of their friends :D. A face-to-face chats over a coffee or a proper brunch/dinner would do great for me..

The most interesting about us is that we've known each other through our blogs. That's when I met another dear friend, Julia whom I've known also through blogging. It feels weird to know someone else over the internet, but somehow I think it's good because you'll learn to click with someone who is not in your circle. Yeah something useful that I learn off lately - networking..

On my dear friend's solemnization day, it was held on a Friday afternoon (right after Friday prayer). Wanny wore a white beautiful piece made of chiffon and lace patches from Lynda Rahim boutique which I think is very sweet and elegant. It looks good on her!

I truly adore her dais. I think it's clean and classic with the 'ukiran' as the background.

Another favourite make-up artist which I love, Kak Mimi. She's good and that she's offering much lower rate than the others that I love.

Wanny's bed. The unbalance curtain was not on purpose. The left side fell off right before I took this picture. Me and Julia put the rose petals on the bed to make it more romantic..

The pretty self-made hantaran decorations made by Wanny herself.

Almost done with the Make-up..

Bridesmaids - Julia, Me and Alia

Wanny looking absolutely gorgeous in her solemnization dress. Suka the intricate beadings and kain ruffle tu..

Me fooling around in Wanny's walk-in wardrobe.. Love it hun!

A few pictures that I took from her offical photographer's fb page. Very lovely!

Babe, I must say this! U just can't stop smiling in each of the pictures okay! Love it babe! :)

My ~~shoes~~ dress..

To be continued... :)

Wordless Wednesday (19) Everything About Bows, Flowers and Hearts

2011-06-29T04:20:00.001+01:00

An Update

2011-06-20T02:00:00.004+01:00

Pretty occupied with tons of work from the office could be my best reason of the lack of updates. As I am approaching 12 months of being with my current company, I will need to complete a few different tasks including an activity that I personally has been longing to be part of. It's the grand finale to my time as an engineering trainee and part of the duties as a human being. I assure that it's very interesting and everyone else should consider. But let's put that properly in my next entry. InsyaAllah, I promise :)

On another note, I ate a lot and gained weight, loving and living life to the fullest. trying to adjust and absorb a few serious matters that are happening in my life lately and and not even once regretted any of it :)

Let's cherish Monday!

My blue bows loose top that is so cheap which costs me RM28 and cute enough to cover what's appropriate.

On Calvin

2011-06-02T01:00:00.025+01:00

As far as I remembered, I have not talked a lot about my cat, Calvin. I'm not sure why, but I have not talked a lot about myself too. But this time Calvin should be in the limelight. It's Calvin's day ladies.. :D

In the area around my house, I always found 3 to 5 neglected kittens wondering around every single day. You see, it hurts me so much seeing kittens or cats not having a proper shelter and food. It's just like seeing my very own cat wondering around begging for food with his big eyes (and big tummy). Back in the UK, it's hard to see stray cats on the road. The ones that I found surely had a collar on them means that they are owned by someone. That's because the authorities there are very strict when it comes to protecting these active creatures.

Calvin, 2-months old.

Calvin was actually owned by two good friends of mine (husband and wife), Wan and Safura. They both owned Calvin's father and mother. Then I adopted Calvin a few weeks before I went back to Malaysia for good, which was in July 2010. Back then, Calvin was tiny 2-months old. But he was not able to travel back because of his age. Lucky Wan and Safura are willing to take care of Calvin until he reaches 6 months old so that he could travel back to Malaysia by air. I think it was end of November that Calvin boarded the plane with a dear friend, Hana to finally be with me.

Calvin, a healthy gebu 7-months kitten. Mix of Maine Coon, Persian and a British short hair.

When I look at my not-so-little maine coon kitten (he's not even 1 year old but already grew up like any matured cats), I always thought how lucky he is to have someone to provide him with constant supply of food. Not any ordinary food, but with those expensive ones that could empty my monthly pocket. In order to make sure that Calvin's fur maintain gebu and clean, I gave him good quality cat food, took him for a weekly shower and even brush his hair everyday. Humph memang ngada-ngada sangat! But I love him and he is my baby..

He likes to stare at people with his big round eyes asking for the food in people's hand. You know pussy in the boots. Yeah, like that!

This was the time he played with me and scratched my hand so deep I had to take 3 rounds of antibiotics on my butt! I felt it was nothing, but it turned out to be serious. I guess love can make you do anything. Chehh..

His favourite - catch the crumpled papers and bring it to Mommy and tarik-tarik tali.

And today my Calvin is turning 1 year old. I guess he's no longer will be eating kitten's food. He should now live a healthy life with a female cat (if you know what I mean) and have cute babies. Be all matured and responsible. Or he shall not do that and be mummy's favourite kitten for another month.. Haha..

"Mommy, I want a grooming trip as my birthday gift" - Calvin.

"-_-" - Mummy

Psssttt..

2011-05-16T13:21:00.002+01:00

Calvin is on FashionValet blog for the Mugshot Monday! With the 20% voucher code, Mommy should get something from FV then! :D

Wanny's Solemnization Day

2011-05-15T15:48:00.001+01:00

Picture credit to: http://giphotoshoot.blogspot.com/

My girlfriend, Wanny just got married and I had the best weekend ever filled with love (and food!!) :D Congrats sweetheart!

The update will come later..

Light And Easy

2011-05-10T02:00:00.055+01:00

I know. I'm bad when it comes to updating this space. I will always let the pictures do all the talking (be it pictures of myself, Calvin or the bags I'm selling -_-). ..And whenever I decide to write, my brain just can't co-operate. It's normal that I've always had this feeling of not being able to write but in the end I actually can. It's happening to everyone I guess.

My dearest Alan reminded me a few days ago that I owe him entries of my recent trips to a few different cities - Medan, Ho Chi Min even and on our very last trip together to Amsterdam and Paris. Plus a lot has happened - career and health wise. I just started fresh in a new department called 'system engineering' (concentrating on hardcore engineering - computer aided engineering top with hands-on jobs). Plus... I have great news to tell, I've started practising Yoga for two months now and really loving the changes it has made to my body, but this should wait in another entry :)

Let's hope Tuesday will be a light and easy day!

So, while I was blog hopping, I accidentally found a video clip of this singer 'Najwa Mahiaddin' and yes she's our very own Malaysian artist. Not sure if everyone is familiar with this name, but I'm actually not as lately I don't listen to songs like I used to. The only sweet time for me to enjoy any songs is while driving and that includes not enjoying switching channels when there are too many ads in between. UK Top 40 was my favourite top chart which I'll download and listen to over and over again back when I was studying.

Najwa I must say is a talented singer! I love this particular song 'You Got To Go'. It's very catchy!

Najwa reminds me a lot of 'Adele', one of another favorite singer of mine. I used to listened to her powerful singing over and over while stucking my face reading Engineering Materials back in Uni (but nah, even listening to a good song doesn't mean that I scored this subject. I'm actually suck at reading -_-).

Here's Adele Laurie Blue Adkins which is an English singer-songwriter.

She's 2 years younger than me and described her music style as 'heartbroken soul'..

Now, I'm sure you'll agree with her! :)

Quickie

2011-05-08T11:24:00.004+01:00

I have put up a few items/handbags for sale on my Online Sales Blog. All are brand new and have never been used. I will update more items later tonight :)

A Little Celebration

2011-05-07T06:50:00.003+01:00

A few days ago marked 6 months of Alan's returning home to Malaysia for good. Imagine how time passes by so fast and from being a student, he became a stay-at-home man. I am pretty sure he dislikes the idea but it will rather be more exciting if we are married and have our own children. He would be useful to babysit the kids when I'm out to work :D (You know I'm jokin Alan!)

Knowing Alan, he's hard working and adventurous. Full of excitement towards all those big things that are happening in his life like footballs, footballs and many more of that footballs ..But in the end, a proper and decent job is what he needs for him to hold on to. To prove to me and others of what he's capable of. Not so much on footballs anymore..

The period of securing a job for him was a drama to both of us. Graduated with a Finance and an Engineering Masters do not mean that he can easily be called for any interviews let alone getting a job. You can't easily register with Jobstreet, upload your resume and wake up the next day with a list of companies calling you up for interviews (yeah, even with two Masters). In real life, things do not work that way. A few close friends of ours assumed that Alan might be over-qualified for most of the job posts, and I think with no working experience, that could be a let down especially for someone with good academic qualifications.

Throughout the period of 6 month (or specifically for the last 3 months), I was actually turning to a green monster vigorously reminding him to apply for more job posts. I was pretty bored (and jealous actually) knowing that he's able to stay at home doing nothing while I work to save money for us (I bet!). The thing is I just want him to enjoy the working life as much as I do, that's it.

But having a jealous girlfriend is actually great because when I turned green, I became hulk and I've made all the crazy efforts like approaching my HR manager for her recommendations. I'm thankful that we both have the connections. Guess what, she always refer to me for fashion tips and whatnot which I think is always appropriate. Yeah, I'm useful like that in the office :D She was all in to make sure that Alan's resume can be recognized. I am thankful to her that finally Alan has been called for a few interviews with a few different banks for the past few weeks!

Yeah, life is not that easy, but with all the necessary contacts, we finally survived! Alhamdulillah and that after a few stages of interviews from a few different companies, Alan has finally secured a place :)

Hence, a little celebration is much needed..

We picked Delicious because of the dessert and simply because we were at One Utama at that time :)

Can't remember the drinks but Alan had lasagne and I had speghetti carbonara (Serai has better carbonara I think) :) Yeah, I'd die without my Chocolicious!

And a successful attempt of wearing a maxi skirt with 5-inch wedges!

Alan is due to start in a week time and at the same time will be attending a few other interviews with other investment banks :) I'm happy and thankful to God as He let us met these wonderful people..

Let's enjoy weekend! :)

Of Feelings..

2011-05-05T06:50:00.002+01:00

Together we'll always be for what may come..

You might wanna see what will happen at minute 3:55 :D

Wordless Wednesday (18) Southampton - Japanese Hunk

2011-05-04T14:08:00.001+01:00

My Friday Thoughts

2011-04-29T02:00:00.000+01:00

Ever since I started something that I love and been longing to do for a very long time (which I promise to discuss in details later), I felt that I'm more in control of myself. Before this I often felt a little bit out of tune when the stress level/workloads increased like there's no tomorrow. That does not also include the fact that I have a long list of things to do for myself and my family. Things like, what to wear to work tomorrow, have I paid the bills, when am I able to get Calvin a partner (Calvin is my cat if you are wondering), which friends to meet this weekend, when to do my groceries shopping and yada yada. You get my point right?

There are so many things to handle and to think off at a point of time. These things sometimes are too heavy for me to carry on especially when I'm trying to juggle as many as I can in life. And it must be done with my only two hands and one mind.

Even though the fact that I've tried as hard as I can to please myself and my loved ones, I learned that most importantly is to compose and to regain back my energy level. Sometimes all you got to do is to 'keep calm and carry on' in order to not give up, at least not halfway. Despite of all the bits and pieces that are happening, I'm thankful for many great things that I've accomplished within these 9 months. If I were to describe it here, it could take most of my time tonight, which I don't think I have. It's already 12midnight and I'm way too tired to think -_-. At least for now.

But all I got to say is that I am happy and content :)

Happy Friday everyone! Work hard! :)

Wordless Wednesday (17) Winter 2009 - The Cliffs Of Moher, Ireland

2011-04-27T02:00:00.000+01:00

I Do

2011-04-24T12:18:00.000+01:00

Getting into the mood for The Royal wedding of Will and Kate this Friday!

I know that NTV7 will be airing the live telecast starting from 3pm. I wonder if I'm able to watch it in the office though, wouldn't want to miss watching the moments of Kate prancing her designer wedding dress :) It must be really lovely!

Birthday

2011-04-19T01:45:00.005+01:00

One of the plans that I've wanted to do last weekend was to attend a surprise belated birthday party for a dear friend, Nadia.

This time around it's more of a laid-back celebration whereby the attendees are Nadia's siblings and cousins. I was cordially invited and I am more than happy to join them since I've already knew most of Nadia's siblings and cousins. And I guess because I'm her only friend that is still available during the weekend. Others already had plans for themselves. Yes, your lovely bridesmaid is here to serve for you! :D

Nadia is actually a Medical Officer (or a doctor if anyone is wondering what MO is) at a government hospital and she was on call the night before her birthday party. We are all are very aware of her lack of sleep (she told me she only had 2 hours nap within 24hours!) thus we tried our best to keep her in the party mood.

Her cake is the Rainbow butter cake with sugar cream. The colour of the stripes are so intense and lovely! :) Above right: She opens her belated birthday present from yours truly :)

Happy birthday kaywun! You actually have been there when I need you the most for the past 10 years.

Even though you are the busiest person I've ever known (you safe people's life remember?), but you still text me out of the blue saying 'babe! I've found a boyfriend', 2 months later texted me again saying 'babe! I'm getting engaged next March!', then 'babe! it's official I'm getting married this October and you are going to be my bridesmaid!'. See, you love surprising me! :)

I had a great day with you and your family members.

Can't wait for October! :)

DiscountDeal & Mercy ChariTup

2011-04-17T13:55:00.003+01:00

Three of our (me and Alan) beloved friends just started a business and we are really excited for them. Maybe you've heard of Milkadeal and Groupon, but have you heard of DiscountDeal? DiscountDeal has a concept exactly like other discount websites that are offering special deals up to 90% discount in various cities in Malaysia. You basically will be updated everyday with the best deal in town when you subscribe to them. You visit the website, buy the deal and enjoy it.

DiscountDeal made its debut a few weeks ago and as a start they collaborate with 'Malaysian Social Network Users' and celebrities of Malaysia to help 'Mercy Malaysia' to raise fund by having a charity event called 'ChariTup'. This event was held last Saturday from 3pm-6pm at Rasta@TTDI. We arrived as early as 2.30pm to secure our seats :)

BTW, I knew these 3 lovely guys while studying back in the UK and thought that it's nice of them to give back to the community as a start of their business..

We came all the way from Shah Alam to support Fieky, Mel and Shaq.

The founder of DiscountDeal Malaysia, Mel (Left) and Fieky (Right)
Shaq was in the UK to attend his wife's graduation.

A few of familiar faces, Andy from Flop Poppy with his sons playing the guitar and the drum. The guy on the left is the best beatboxer I've ever knew!

Above right - Fazley Yaakob, Above left - Asyik (he sang all 3 songs beautifully!). Below right - a lady called 'Luna'

Can't believe my eyes when I saw Ami from ami.sptnkswthrt! I'm wearing your Schanaz scarf girl! :) Enjoying ice-creams while listening to those talented artists.

With Ana Raffali y'all! :) She's darn sweet and cute!

All in all, I guess the event was a success. There are about 8 performers performing for that day but when counted, it seems like there are moreee than that! They really are doing this for the people in need :)

I've also seen a few local actors/actresses like Tiz Zaqyah, Iqram Dinzly, Nabila Huda, Fouziah Gous and a few others that attended the event. Apparently my friend Mel are friends to them! Mel, I don't know that you are this famous! Hehe. Me and Alan really had a blast apart being able to meet celebrities in Malaysia, we were able to donate to whoever might need our contribution. Good job DiscountDeal!

To those who would like to donate to Mercy Malaysia, there are still time! You can always donate by buying a RM3 voucher (or more than this in fact if you would like to give more) from DiscountDeal. And there's only 15hours left to buy the voucher so hurry up!

You can like them on Facebook too! :)

Monthly Orders

2011-04-16T03:30:00.001+01:00

-----------------------Still open until Wednesday, 20th April-------------------------

Dear Ladies!

Fashion Forward now open orders for handbags again! Do not fret, we only buy authentic items from the boutiques all over United Kingdom :)

From all major brands such as:

Longchamp, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Chanel, Miu Miu, Prada, Mulberry, Anya Hindmarch and all the designer brands that you can find in United Kingdom :)

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Orders end by 15th April 2011

Items will arrive by end of April 2011 :)

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So, the details on how to purchase:

If you have already figured out what to get, just email me the

1) Details - the picture, price in pounds, colour etc at

aida.ghaffar(at)gmail(dot)com

thisissofashion(at)gmail(dot)com

3) I'll quote you the price in ringgit.

4) Confirm orders and make the payment.

(Full payment required upon confirmation)

Or if any of you ex-customers who already got my number, simply text me! :)

p/s: For previous entries on designer items, click here and here.

p/s/s: Any Chanel lovers who would like to know the current price, do email me. Would love to share the complete list of the price :)

Spaces are very limited for this batch ladies, so hurry up email me :)

Weekenders

2011-04-15T14:42:00.005+01:00

I have things arranged for this weekend. These are the plans that I have for myself :)

Yoga (DONE)
Swimming & Sauna
Play with Calvin (DONE)
Celebrate a friend's birthday (DONE)
Try out my new eyeshadow set which I bought from one of my managers who got it from Dubai
Read 'he's not that into you' even though I know he's really into me :D
Hunt for work pants (desperately need a new pair!)
Groceries shopping (DONE)

It will be a whole lot of plain 'me' time this weekend. Only me, and my hero :D

Ain't he's cute? :)

Wordless Wednesday (16) Of The Things I Miss..

2011-04-13T16:53:00.002+01:00

Us

2011-04-12T05:57:00.003+01:00

I can't stop smiling and laughing because of this photo. Simply because we are obviously not on scuba-diving trip (closed my mouth so tight so that the water will not enter into it) and can you just look at my brown lenses? Ha-ha...

This was on our recent trip with a few close friends to the nearest waterfall in Sungai Sendat, Selangor. Such a blast!

And Alan's face is so funny hehe..

Wordless Wednesday (15) Going Back To Old Style - Amir's Wedding, Ipoh

2011-04-06T02:00:00.001+01:00

I love You Daddy

2011-04-04T01:00:00.013+01:00

Daddy, you are 54 years old today. Happy birthday Daddy! You know what daddy, I have always waited for this particular day every single year since the past 20 years. Just like the rest of the 19 years that have passed by, me and Adi (my brother) and Diena (my younger sister), we celebrated your birthday in our own ways so that we can take our time to remind ourselves how much we love you.

Daddy, this year was like any other years except that I managed to hold myself from shedding any tears (at least up till now at it's only 3 in the morning the time I'm writing this). It's hard to let you go you know remembering that I was very little the time you left me and the other two. I managed not to cry on the day you left me and everyone else. I remembered not being able to kiss you on the forehead since I was afraid looking at your pale face while you eyes shut closed. Mummy and grandma told me many times to give a quick kiss before you can be sent away, but I was so stubborn. I was just turning 6 years old at that time..

Daddy, when it's nearly your birthday, Busu always tell me this story about your very last words before you went away. "Atie, nanti bila abang tak ada, jaga Aida dan Adi (Diena was 5 months old at that time) baik-baik" and this was uttered a few weeks before you left me and Adi. Every single time I heard this from Busu, I kept myself very quite so that I will not shed a single tear. But Busu and Grandma would cried and I can sense a feel of regrets in their voices. It's hard for them too..

Those were the days Daddy. But now I want to cherish the day and as a start, I did it in my pray this morning. It was such a relief to be able to send my prayers to Him so that He could send my love, hugs and kisses to you. He has His own reasons to take you away from me and I know there's 'hikmah' behind all these.

Alhamdulillah, Allah has always been there and has been fair to me, Adi and Diena. There are times when we envied others who got their Daddy to spoil them with anything they want. But we took that as a challenge so that we can work hard and change ourselves. Not changed by others. This is how we survived Daddy and we did it well. I want you to be proud of me, Adi and Diena..

Dear Daddy, I think I shall stop now before it starts ~~(crying)~~ raining outside on this blissful Monday. I want to keep on dreaming of you and me on the paddle boat on that particular beautiful weekend. The time I was so afraid of the water and reached to you for comfort. You then hugged me so tight and kiss me like there's no tomorrow. I still kept that memories with me and will always be till Allah brings me to you Daddy..

I love you Daddy and again, Happy Birthday..

Your daughter that adores and loves you,
Aida.

Five Simple Rules For Happiness

2011-04-01T07:00:00.000+01:00

Pray

Smile

Yoga! :)

Wordless Wednesday (14) Missing Brother-Sister Moments

2011-03-30T17:16:00.004+01:00

My brother has recently found a girlfriend (after 4 freaking years!). Now he spent less time at home and I'm starting to miss our time together..

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On Lula

2011-03-29T14:00:00.008+01:00

Little Lula is going to leave Mummy Aida tomorrow for London. She's visiting the city for 2 weeks as her daddy got work to do. I'm pretty sure she'll be enjoying the weather as much as I did (long long time ago!). Mummy Aida will be going to miss her chubby face and cute cheeky voice!

On Lula, she can say 'hello' to people very well when she's on the phone. And nowadays she laughed very hard when she's playing with her toys (or with Daddy Lan). I don't know why, but one thing for sure, she's a happy kiddo that is..

Oh pretty little Lula, I'm sure you gonna be an amazing (big) sister! :D

See you in 2weeks with lots of gifts for me and Daddy Lan ok? :D

Wordless Wdnesday (13) - Papa Hugo Is Coming Home To See Calvin!

2011-03-23T03:18:00.002Z

Wordless Wednesday (12) Precious Moments - Southampton

2011-03-16T09:20:00.002Z

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On Tsunami Surge

2011-03-11T14:15:00.005Z

Subhanallah..

While we are here at the comfort of our own home, people in Japan (specifically those in the north east) are battling for life. I've seen many footage of the Tsunami hitting Japan. But this one just caught my eyes. Minute 3:25 and you'll understand why..

I pray that this will end sooner or later, InsyaAllah..

My Dearest Kaywun's Engagement Day

2011-03-11T06:00:00.003Z

It has been ages since I last write here. Work is really piling up at the office and last week was the busiest week ever since the start of 2011. I've experienced something new. Something that I really wasn't expect to happen in my life. Something surreal..

You know when you want to do it, you gotta do it. Putting aside your fear, everything can definitely happen. The lack of experience and knowledge should come later. You can always catch up with that in a quick second. That's what I've been thought in the Engineering world. You will never know what will happen not until you experience it yourself. Engineers build trains not because we have experienced it firsthand. But because we want to make it and learn from the whole process. We'll then learn and gain experiences along the way. That's what make us. I think that's why the society trusts Engineers can survive other job opportunities (i.e. Finance and business) apart being just an engineer by profession. Because we are brave enough to try and differ ourselves than being just plain and normal. Even this lady which I adore her encouragement battling for cancer which is also a fashonista now businesswoman is very successful in the fashion industry. Not to forget, she's an engineer too :)

I'm sure other professions have their own criterias and capabilities too. We are contributing in our own different ways either to our religion, to the society and to the world.

By the way, back to that something that I did last week. Apart from being an engineer understanding the whole process of making a monorail, running online businesses, teach school kids, I can do decorations too! I just figured out that I've such creative fingers!! :D

I can make these pretty! (under the room lighting)
Hence this could explain my previous entry :D
No, I'm still not engaged. But will definitely be in the near future, hehe.

This is under the natural light.

The idea of doing this was mine after hearing the news that my dearest friend, K-run is getting engaged (she's one of my closest friends). So, me with the other two of my friends (Wanie and Azza - which happened to be my desk mates back in MRSM Jasin) put our heads together to make this to happen :). And guess what, all three of us me, azza and wanie are engineers too! :D

Fruits.

Prayer mat.

Baklava from Saudi.

White cloth for solemnization.

Patchi chocolates.
See the birds kissing? Cuteness :D

Sirih junjung.

The simple and pretty mini-dais for engagement.
Noticed the heart at the center made of fresh flowers? We also made that! Teheee..

Bestie looking good!

Truly happy and at the same time envying her for her gorgeous engagement.
They only knew each other for one (very short) month and they are advanced than me!

:)

I think it was the best experience I've ever had. I will never know what are the outcomes at the very first place. But one thing for sure, I'm truly happy as I've put 100% effort into this so-called project :) This is just part of life. Friends will try to make each others happy!

And I love you kaywun! :)

Wordless Wednesday (11) Amsterdam The Netherlands, July 2010

2011-03-09T01:00:00.001Z

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Happy Big Time

2011-03-06T15:52:00.003Z

Alhamdulillah, everything went (really) well :)

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To Sale

2011-03-03T01:00:00.002Z

Dear Ladies :)

You might be interested with these. I bought them during my trip to Paris before I went back to Malaysia for good. Haven't had the time to upload and sell them online. :D

For more details, you can visit my shop today :)

FASHIONFORWARD

Thanks ladies! Have a good Thursday! :)

Hello :)

2011-03-01T14:52:00.003Z

Semalam memang hari murung sedunia. Macam biasa I akan salahkan hormon. Salahkan PMS. Salahkan perut. Salahkan Calvin. Kesian Calvin! I was not in control of my own self. Alan being my comforting pillow, the shoulder for me to cry on never failed to spoil me with my requests. Yesterday was another great example of food craving tahap gaban, so I asked Alan to drive me to a place where can I eat chicken. So we opted for chicken chop in Damansara Uptown. I'm afraid I got no pictures of me stuffing myself with those chickens. Sorry..It was just a plain visit to the nearest restaurant to fill in my big tummy. Hehe..

BTW, the main highlight of this entry is just to say Hi to everyone and to clear some dust from this blog (Fuhhhhhh) :D Now already..

Calvin wanna say Hi too! He's turning 9 months old this 5th March :D

Terrible Tuesday

2011-03-01T05:01:00.007Z

I believe on this quote:

"When you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all".
(Quoted from Nadiah)

And when you put your words on your blog to justify that you are better than anyone else (inc me) by doing certain things, please don't do it publicly. Just say it in your heart. You are just making others (and me) miserable.

Just my two cents.

Lagi Dan Lagi (Apa Lagi) :D

2011-02-21T09:00:00.000Z

--------------ORDER EXTENDED LAGI DAN LAGI!-----------------

Now open for order: the fourth batch!! FYI, the bags will be on their way to the airport this Wednesday evening (Malaysia time). And will arrive in Malaysia on THURSDAY, 21st Feb 2011! U read me ladies. It is that quick and even I can't believe it! :D

So, there are still spaces left for this fourth batch!
If you would like to order, you can always do it now right until tomorrow, Tuesday, 22nd Feb 2011 before 10pm (Malaysia Time). Sorry for the late info, but I'm sure you get the benefit out of this :)

I thought this will be a one time thing. Like once in a few months or twice in a year. But due to numerous requests, I can now confirm that I'm taking order every month! I'm sure this will help many of you ladies who are still figuring on what to purchase (waiting for the right time maybe?) :). BTW, I will save the details on my newly found business on my next entry. Hehe.

So, the details on how to purchase:

If you have already figured out what to get, just email me the details at

aida.ghaffar(at)gmail(dot)com.

I'll quote you the price in ringgit.

Confirm orders and make the payment.

(Full payment required upon confirmation)

Or if any of you ex-customers who already got my number, simply text me!
Quick, now! Thanks ladies!

p/s: For previous entries on designer items, click here and here.

p/s/s: Any Chanel lovers who would like to know the current price, do email me. Would love to share the complete list of the price :)

Wordless Wednesday (10) Contentment - A Source Of Satisfaction Towards Different Things In Life

2011-02-16T03:27:00.010Z

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Wordless Wednesday (9) Birkin And Chanel Galore - Ho Chi Min City

2011-02-09T12:08:00.004Z

Kasa Rubia Kebaya

2011-02-07T01:00:00.001Z

Work is really piling up whether in the office or at home. That's the reality of 9-5 working in the office and 8-12 working at home. So I guess a simple entry will do for the time being :).

I had a really long and fun CNY celebration and weekend gateway in Melaka. It's more of a laid-back, makan-makan gateway and this time around me, cousins, uncles, aunties and grandma were all excited since Alan were there with us enjoying the good food the city can offer. But as usual, the lengthy entry should wait. I hope this one will do :)

I'm wearing my grandma's old kasa rubia kebaya she owned from back in the 70's. Kasa Rubia apparently was really famous among the ladies and cost a lot more than any other materials for kebaya. This vintage piece was owned by my grandma and now she presented this and two others to me for my birthday :).

I'm so grateful for these lovely (vintage) presents!
(Apart from a little bit of alterations that need to be done)

Baiklah, lets get back to work.
Happy Monday lovelies..:)

Wordless Wednesday (8) Fly Away With Me - Ho Chi Min City

2011-02-02T08:32:00.004Z

Off To A Place

2011-01-28T01:24:00.001Z

Packed my bags and I'm ready to go..See you Sunday! :)

Calvin Can Talk

2011-01-27T15:22:00.007Z

Dear Mummy,

Here is a special something for you. I'm sorry that it's nothing compared to what you have did for me - my monthly food supply, my clay litter, the morning you've spent to refill my food container and clean my poo poo, brush my hairs and give a gentle stroke on my head..I thankful for that mummy!

Here you go, the special something for your birthday..

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MUMMY!
I love you and daddy too..

Order Extended to midnight

2011-01-27T04:51:00.005Z

Lunch break. The office is empty, and I'm at my desk replying to emails. Sacrifice the time for lunch to do something else. Hehe. Come on people, send some more orders to my email. Keep on asking questions and bombard anything you want. Only on handbags je lah, none other :).

Orders extended to tonight 12 midnight. I will then later make the final call and say - "okay luggage dah penuh tak boleh fit handbags lagi, haha" :D

aida.ghaffar(at)gmail(dot)com :)

Orders so far - Miu Miu Bow Bag, Prada saffiano wallet, Gucci Sukey Medium, Miu Miu leather wallet and the list go on..

Sweet!

A Short-Notice Announcement: Orders On Designer Items

2011-01-26T01:20:00.000Z

Ladies :)

When a friend told me that she's going back to Malaysia from UK, I straight away reserved the slots in her luggage hehe. Yeah, to squeeze more cats! Nah...

Calling for anyone who would like to get any last minute designer items (call it Gucci, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Miu Miu, Mulberry, Anya Hindmarch and many more) from the Kingdom! :D Strictly designer sebab not worth it to bring back high-street items in a check-in luggage. Better ship them using affordable sea/air shipment :). Will blog about this later since I'm starting up on my business again (fashionforward - orders for high-street brands). Better postage rates!

So, the last day to confirm the orders is on this Thursday morning (27th Jan, 10am). So quick right? This is since your items will arrive on this Monday and you'll be able to get your hands on the items by Wednesday, 2nd Feb! :) That's also quick! :)

If you have already figured out what to get, just email me the details at aida.ghaffar(at)gmail(dot)com.

I'll quote you the price.

Confirm orders and make the payment.

Or if any of you ex customers who already got my number, simply text me!
Quick, now! Thanks ladies!

p/s: For previous entries on designer items, click here and here.