Atuk's 2nd Eye Operation

Mama did not write about Atuk's first eye op.  He has to date undergone two eye operations, basically to replace his current eye lenses.  With the operation done, Atuk no longer needs to wear glasses for reading, and is able to see better when driving.

It was a day operation.  I brought him to PPUM, and later Pak Long came to also be with us.  The entire procedure from pre-op to post op took only half a day, and most of the care was done at home.  The doctor prescribed eye-drops, and Atuk had to go in a few days after the op to check on the lense and make sure the eye was recovering from the surgery.  

This is Atuk resting on the hospital bed, all ready to be called into the procedure room.

He's happy to go through the procedure.  But then again, Atuk is a big believer of getting himself checked medically first rather than some other methods of healing.  I did not take his post-op photo, but the eye-patch he had to put on sure raise some curiosity with you and Ahmad Danial!  Ahmad even volunteered to assist with administering the eye-drops for Atuk.  He was made to be in-charge on holding the eye-drops and handing them over to either Pak Long or Mama (depending on who was around to help Atuk).

Now, Atuk has better vision than Mama!

Our Home..For Now

I know.  I know.  Mama takes the longest time to update this memoir for you.  But I least I am updating it yes?


Today's entry is about our home, or at least how it looks like for now.  Mama and Baba has decided to take our time to decorate and furnish the house, making sure we have enough money to get only worthwhile items.  So, what you see of the house now are mostly items we brought over from our Kajang apartment.

Our dining area.   Tudung sajis mama bought at Simpang Empat, Alor Gajah, a shop next to the Petronas Service station.  Mama thinks, if we have extra money we can replace the petite dining table with a round one, and get some nice comfy dining chairs. The ones you see here are from Baba's bachelor days, one he had in his bachelor pad.

This is your room.  You still fit in the baby court (which used to house me as a baby).  But of course, you insist on sleeping with Mama.

This sofa set is from the Kajang house too.  Very comfy.

More of the living area.  The orange curtains are hand-me-downs from late Nenek.

Our current TV/Family area.  TV and TV cabinet from the Kajang house too.

Aaaa...this is the scene I wish most to change.  Our Kitchen.  Still the old cabinets from our Kajang house.  It's still usable, so it was hard to just not use them.  Also because we are saving money to get a really deserving kitchen cabinet installed so that we can use it for a long-long time.

Its hard to settle down on what design is best since the kitchen layout is kinda funny with the door smacked down right in the middle.  But I'll think of something I guess.  For now, our home is cosy enough as long as I have you, Baba and our loved ones around.

Love, Mama.

We Have Moved!

Actually, its been slightly over 3 months since we moved into the SJ house.  Officially, we moved in 1st July 2011.

Best betul!  Its so near my office, Khadijah's nursery, close to so many convenience, not too mention nearer to Atuk's house.  So, if I accidentally forgot to bring something to TTDI, I can just zoom off for about 15 mins, and get what I need.  Toll Free if need be! ehheheheh

Alhamdullilah, All Thanks to Allah for giving us the strength and ability to make the move.  And to Him for making things seemed easy.  The environment around the house is conducive to living the family life.  The home is facing a playground, no traffic noises, although a minute a way is a heavily used trunk road. Sunday at home is bliss!

When I get the hang of taking more pictures and uploading them up, I will, so that I can capture the eternal moments of our living space.

Its Time to Make That Move!

I am very excited because in approximately a month, we shall be moving to Subang Jaya. The house belongs to Atuk and Nenek, and they have given it to Pak Long. And since Pak Long looks after Atuk, and lives in Taman Tun, Mama and Baba have requested permission to look after the Subang Jaya home.

Many positive outcomes from the move:
1. It is 5 minutes away from my office and your nursery.
2. It is 15 minutes away from Taman Tun (albeit no bad traffic via the LDP and NKVE.
3. There are more amenities here compared to Kajang. Good schools nearby, shopping, hospitals etc.
4. Less money spent on petrol and toll (pheeeewwwhhh!)
5. There's a playground right smack infront of the house for you to jump around.
6. No more climbing 4 flight of stairs to get home (serious pheeeeeeeeeeeewhhhh!)

and many others, which I shall update later. Teehee.

Currently, our family contractor, Uncle Weng Onn, is doing some renovation to the house. So, hopefully, in a month's time, we can settle in.

Can't wait.

Mama

When Living is Not The Only Purpose in Life...

Life is indeed precious.

Within the past weeks, I have had the opportunity to know so many great life changing things happening to the people around me. Some quite profound, and a definite eye opener, while some, though may not be eye opening, it still quite a reminder to me how life can change, just the way it did. All as planned, happening, not a second later or sooner.

One example I will write about here.

A person I have known for more than 10 years, has decided to make a great leap of faith. Take this literally. This special person has decided to leave the faith she is borned and raised with, and take the ultimate life changing decision to be with Islam. Praise Allah AlMighty for giving this person the hidayah that only He can. No one had known this was coming, at least to those who thought they were close enough. All of us were pleasantly surprised, and together we know we'll take care of our new "family member".

This has made me to realize, living is done with a purpose. We wake up every morning, to play a certain role in our life and the lives of others. So, the question is, how do we choose to fill in the time given to us? The answer, choose to live life in such a way that not only helps you fulfill what you can do for yourself, but also for those who are within your circle of communication. Help them become better people by making yourself better day by day.

As the servants of Allah, our ultimate prize is Jannah, never forget this, my dearest. So, live your life to the fullest. Choose your path well, and make living worth every second...to achieve eternal happiness.

Wo Ai Ni,

Mama

Nothing Much...

One per month? That's the rate this blog is being updated currently. Well, in between, office work and house work, that is considered good enough. I guess?

The Rabbit will be hopping in along in less than 2 days. Its going to be a looooooooonggg weekend. Yeay! The family has nothing planned, but I am hoping we can do something different for the weekend. Thinking of having a barbecue...

Tengoklah nanti, kalau mama rajin..teeheehee...

Funny Streak

I feel funny today. Not like funny in my tummy, but more like feeling like I have to crack jokes with everyone I meet.

I like making people laugh. Sometimes I even crack jokes about myself to make others laugh. Occasionally, I tell stories about you to make them laugh. The truth is, laughing makes me forget I am living in a stressful world.

A grin or two pushes blood pressure levels a few notches down, eh Khadijah?