A L I S Y A ... My First Year

We have moved...

2008-09-23T00:52:00.007+08:00

Apologies for the long silence...

We have since moved to this address : http://alisyatwo.blogspot.com/

Do visit us at this new address from now on.

Cheers and Have A Nice Day!

Marketing at Pasar Besar Seremban

2008-07-02T23:04:00.007+08:00

It was such a packed Saturday for us. After our lunch break at Noraini's, we headed for Pasar Besar Seremban to buy food stuff for Sunday event.

Pa would be bringing some friends over for lunch; 10 of his photographer friends. It'll be Masak Lemak Cili Api, of course for our guests who are not locals.

The Seremban market at almost 3.00pm is rather quiet. The minute we stepped into the wet area, the remaining sellers tried their very best to woo us to their stall...which is not something Ma likes.

A view of the wet area.

Ma making her way to the other end of the veggie area.

She had to turn back as they did not have the veggie she's looking for. Just look at the young fat guy who could not be bothered about his surrounding while giving full concentration on his game.

Purchase with a smile!

Finally, before leving the market area...cendol!

We had to make it quick as the dark rain cloud was looking rather heavy and would release its content anytime soon.

Attack of the Photographers coming next...

Saturday Lunch @ Noraini's

2008-07-02T00:58:00.010+08:00

In the afternoon, I followed Pa to fetch Ma from work. Saturday afternoons nowadays are not as busy as before since many companies and most government sector do not work on Saturdays.

It was an easy drive to town. Ma was already waiting when we reached her office.

Since, it was already lunch time, the 3 of us decided to have our lunch at Seremban Parade. This time we opted for the basement food stall where the supermarket is. There is this nice little outlet of Noraini's; the one that makes cookies for Raya. This time they have a nice eatery serving nasi lemak, fried stuffs, porridge, laksa etc.

Pa & Ma tried their laksa while I get to enjoy my fries from McD.

Here's Ma joining the queue to get my fries at McD

I just had to try the burger that Ma bought.

And I wanted to eat it just like adults do!

The fries were from the Happy Meal which had this little toy camera...which kept me occupied.

The Laksa they had.

The smile showed that it tastes yummy!

The large mirror was just nice for Pa to take our photo...and his!

Our next agenda after that lunch was some marketing at the Pasar Besar Seremban.

We'll do that in the next post.

Saturday at the park...with Pa

2008-07-01T23:08:00.012+08:00

Its was another working Saturday for Ma and I had the opportunity to tag along with Pa to send her to work. Soon after dropping her off, Pa decided to take me to the park.

It was a beautiful morning for a stroll in the park. We went to the playground fronting the Klana Resort. It was peaceful and quiet with a few families and some joggers doing their things.

Isn't that a happy little girl...enjoying the morning with her Pa?

Now that does not look like a cheerful face on a Saturday morning!

Thinking of Ma?

I'm scared to move, Pa!

Ok...ok...I can do it!

Ooops! Its a long way down; I think I changed my mind...can you help me down Pa?

The morning sun bathing my little face.

A bit of Bollywood style here.

Which one shall I go for?

A little number lesson.

Time to leave the playground as the sun's heat was getting unbearable!

Hmmm...if only Ma wasn't working; we would have gone further than this park.

My Little Orange Car

2008-06-27T23:57:00.005+08:00

Yesterday evening I had some time to "drive" around my cute orange car. Its been around since I was much smaller...hardly walking yet.

Now I can fully make use of the car as my plaything.

Ngong...ngong...ngong!

Hmmm...its not picking up speed, I wonder why!

What! No engine?

Maybe its time for a major overhaul!

Well, there goes another evening at kampung. The orange car stays at kampung when we go back to our Seremban home. There are many toys at home to keep me occupied.

See ya on another ride.

The Story Teller

2008-06-27T23:19:00.006+08:00

Ok guys...lets sit around here and I'll share some stories with you. Staying at kampung has lots of advantages during my 8 to 5 routine.

Come here...I can't be sitting here all alone.

Pa loves to tell me the story of Skimpy & His Friends; how he became friends with Flyen the owl, Munchy the cow and Tappy the peacock. But then initially, Skimpy was not the friendly type to the dislike of Flyen, Munchy & Tappy.

It all started when Skimpy wanted to find the golden fruit tree in the jungle after surfing the internet.

To make it more rewarding, whoever finds the golden fruit tree shall be rewarded! So, Skimpy went back to his village to seek advice from his grandfather.

Soon, Skimpy was on his way into the jungle alone.

Ouch! The cement floor is really hard. Aaah! This little guy makes a nice fluffy seat.

So, where was I?

Aaah...the jungle! The moment Skimpy set into the jungle, a big tiger was waiting.

Growl! Roarrr!

Come...if you want to get it with my little Kung Fu move...The Crane Stance

Aww! Come on Ma...I haven't finished with my Skimpy story yet.

Sorry guys, have to cut short the Skimpy tale here. Time for my evening 'bo bo'. We have to leave for our Seremban home after Maghrib. Come on over and we can read the Skimpy & His Friends book together.

Hmmm...gotta go!

Don't forget to come over, okay?

Morning Ride

2008-06-25T00:02:00.003+08:00

One of the highlights of the day for me at kampung is the morning rides with Atuk & Wan on his motorcycle around the kampung. I call it 'toot toot' with Atuk & Wan. In our rounds, we'd be able to see cows, geese (I call it Itik Ang), goat etc. What a nice way to learn about animals.

Here are some pics captured by Pa one Saturday...

Ok...I'm all set to go with my Jumbo & pacifier.

A little close-up shot of the 3 of us

Woeee! Down the hills and we're off!

Bye Pa! Bye Ma! See Ya!

Reading Lesson With Wan

2008-06-24T00:49:00.003+08:00

I love books and all kind of reading material. I'd spend some time browsing through Pa's DCM magazine, Ma's Pa&Ma magazine etc.

I have a collection of books now; some with colourful pictures and even one with sound! Whenever I go back to kampung, I bring along some of my books. Meanwhile at kampung, there are lots of old magazine for me to go through.

Wan is patient to sit with me when I browse through the magazines. She would assist me in identifying the pictures in the magazines.

Look at us here...so engrossed in the magazine.

I would flip the pages to look for nice pictures.

Thanks Pa & Ma for instilling this love your books habit in me.

The Performer

2008-06-23T01:11:00.008+08:00

Pa & Ma have discovered my hidden talent...performing!

Presenting the main lead...Alisya!

What is this pose, Alisya ... Malay traditional dance?

Ok! You slowly bring your left hand down...like this!

Tilt your head just a little...like this!

Now, you can try it yourself. Good luck! If you are in doubt, come back to this post.

The Red Step

2008-06-23T01:01:00.004+08:00

This red step at Ma's kampung is one of my favourite place...also one of the most photographed area of the house. Maybe its the colour...maybe the position or just simply convenient to have a group shot.

Anyway, these are a few shots taken by Pa before we set off for our Seremban home.

I can sit and dangle my legs comfortably here.

Part of the steps can be a nice backdrop...like this one.

Hey...its cool sister!

Whenever we have a kenduri, this step is the place kids hang around and play. I'd probably join them when I'm slightly older...for now, I just sit and watch from a distance.

Oyen Is Gone

2008-06-22T00:24:00.012+08:00

On the Friday 20th June 2008 morning, we arrived kampung at the usual time to receive the sad news that 'oyen' is dead!

He died peacefully on Friday morning at the kitchen door after showing signs of illness days before. Mami was really sad that she shed some tears with the passing of her favourite pet. Wan & Mami were by his side during oyen's last breath.

How touching and sad, the life of oyen. It came to kampung from Bang Kemal's family who found it loitering. Having pity on it, they took it home and finally ended at kampung.

The name 'oyen' came from its colour that was mispronounced by Abang Lutfi. The name was stuck till its death.

Here are some collection of oyen pics taken by Pa over the years oyen was with us.

Young Oyen...taken on 25 Nov 2006

Very active and agile.

Lovely orange fur...

Playfull at times...

Outdoor action

Having a shut eye...

Peaceful sleep...

Now, gone forever...

I was just about to get close to oyen...even able to say the name 'oyen' and now its gone. Maybe Mami is thinking of a replacement for oyen...but not too soon, I guess.

Bye bye Oyen!

Lets Play Ball

2008-06-21T23:31:00.009+08:00

I have a collection of balls at kampung and in our Seremban home...a lot for a girl I would say.

There's the red ball...bought at Giant.
There's also the yellow ball...bought during our outing at Bagan Lalang

This one looks like a softball...not mine tho'. Its been at kampung all these while, probably belonged to Abang Kemal or his brother.

Ready for some throwing action

A future netball shooter, perhaps?

Weee! I am getting good at this now.

Up..up and away! Even Wan was impressed!

Okay...I've had enough of the ball game.

These are some of my activities at kampung while waiting for Pa & Ma to have their dinner. I would be summoned in as Maghrib was approaching.

Furthermore, I've been bathed and changed. A kid is still a kid...

Big Slippers

2008-06-21T23:19:00.003+08:00

One of the things I am starting to do is trying out adult slippers. I guess all kids go through this phase of putting interest in things belonging to adults.

In the mornings, I would watch with interest Ma apply powder and lip colour...most of the time in the car on our way to Rantau.

With a little kid's persuasion, I get Ma to hand the sponge for me to dab it on my face...minus the powder of course. The lip colour is a definite NO for the moment.

Now, who could be wearing this huge slippers?

Anyone looking for their slippers?

At the end of this episode, Ma would give a little motherly advice not to play with the slippers...especially handling them with my bare hands. Its for my hygiene anyway.

Ok...I'll bear that in mind.

Putrajaya Outing...More Outdoor Pics

2008-06-20T20:39:00.012+08:00

Continuing our outdoor shoot at Alamanda...

It was almost 5.00pm when we decided to walk to the playground area.

This bright red playground horse caught my attention.

Enjoying myself despite the hot evening sun shining bright on me.

The evening heat deterred most of the kids from playing but not me!

Of course Ma had to come along with me ... in the sun!...and Pa, too!

I love to go down the slide...with Ma's assistance, of course.

Can't you see I'm having a really fun time here?

After a while, Ma thought its best we head in back to Alamanda to cool ourselves in the air-cond complex.

We spotted this carousel with some kids on it.

Is that a curious look or sad & pitiful look to get a ride?

We had to do a pit stop at the baby room to get me changed after playing in the sun.

Before leaving Alamanda, we took a family shot under the bamboo tree.

Our next location was the Putra Mosque area...a must visit place for anyone coming here.

A pose at this little fountain area with Putra Mosque in the background.

There was not much crowd here...Ma & I could pose any which way we please.

A distant view of the mosque as the day was coming to and end.

The red evening sky greeted us as we approached the mosque.

Its such a wide open space where one can actually run around...not this time for me after the tiring running session at Alamanda earlier.

After Maghrib, we went down to the Indian restaurant near the lake. Given a choice, we would not have picked this restaurant. Its very expensive...2 plates of rice; mine was plain white rice and fried fish while Pa had white rice with chicken curry, veggie & a little bit of fried sotong...cost Pa almost RM15!!

This is the restaurant!

We decided to hang around the lakeside area and enjoyed the evening.

A stream of water shoots into the lake with the building lights skyline in the background.

We were lucky as the lights and water show was on. Here are some shots Pa took.

A view of the Mosque at night from the lakeside.

PM's office at night.

We walked all the way to our car in the floodlit compound of the mosque.

It was such a eventful outing we had despite leaving the house late. What a 20th months celebration for me and Father's Day for Pa.

Putrajaya Outing...Outdoor Pic

2008-06-19T01:30:00.019+08:00

Soon after our tea break at McD, we headed out to the garden area of Alamanda with the fountain for some outdoor shoot. Pa was happy to try out his D80 while Ma & I were glad to model for him.

The following pictures were part of the outdoor shoot.

The evening sun was shining brightly as we walked out to the garden area.

Ma found a nice shaded spot under the palm tree for a poolside shot.

Same scene in portrait format

My solo shot by the pool

Off and on, Ma would make sure I look my best...a little touch up being done here.

Same spot but from a different view.

Next location was under the trees across the pool at the green grass.

All the running around, I fell flat to the ground with Ma coming to the rescue.

Still up and running despite the fall.

Ma...here I come!

Having a really good time here with Ma.

Another loving mother-daughter pose.

And another.

Ok Alisya...lets move along.

Our next shoot was at the playground area which will be in the next post.

See Ya.

p/s Now that Pa had taken shots of me standing and running, hope Mama likes them.

Putrajaya Outing

2008-06-18T00:19:00.015+08:00

Okay...as promised, here's our Putrajaya outing pictorial stories.

We didn't leave the house until about 2.30pm. There were just so many house errands to do on a Sunday. Fortunately, Putrajaya is not so far away. Last year's trip here was in September. The stories here.

Now the dreamy look is gone, I'm all dressed up like a princess in real world. After all, its my 20th month today, so why not not dressed my best, right?

Oh oooh! The princess is showing her unhappiness having to pose again...all dressed up and we are still at home?

Now, thats better...at least we are out of the house now. What...another pose?

Now a pose within a pose...Hmmm! Let me see, Ma.

We were soon on our way to Putrajaya, stopping at Seremban R&R to refuel and get some grubs.

I managed to get some shut eye on our way there...and why not, with my pacifier and jumbo...its a perfect recipe to get a good sleep.

At almost 4.00pm, Alamanda was in sight.
Photo by Ma

We noticed that Alamanda was a little crowded. Parking at the usual place was full and we had to go around to Parkson parking area. Even that, we managed to park at level 5! Must be the RM625 rebate from the Government that made everyone suddenly having extra cash to spend!

There is this walkway area with bamboo trees lined along the sides which attracted our attention during our last trip here. Check out that trip here. Unfortunately, the place was in a little mess with leaves all over the pavement and some group of youths and smokers puffing away.

Ma and I was getting restless and uncomfortable with the unhealthy crowd. Nevertheless, we managed to get a few shots there...not as beautiful as before.

Ma fixing some hair clips before the shot.

Here is the shot and you can tell how unhappy I was with the crowd.

A different pose...and still no smile!

We decided to pop back in Alamanda for a quick bite, choosing McD for convenience sake. There is the fries that I like, anyway.

Hey! Look what Ma brought with the food...a toy bug.

Yum! Yum! Enjoying my fries with plain water on standby and my green toy bug lying quietly at the corner of the baby seat top.

Ahhh! Another rare pose with Pa
Photo by Ma...improving in her handling Pa's D80

Now that we have refreshed ourselves with some light snack and drinks, its time to head back outdoors for more photo shoot.

We'll post that in another thread...good things come in small packages, so be patient, okay?

Outing On My 20th Month

2008-06-16T00:32:00.004+08:00

On 15th June 2008 I turned 20 months. It also happened to be Father's Day. What did we do?

Here's me all dressed up in a dreamy setup all set to go out.

This is the place we went...Putrajaya.

Thats just a sneak preview...the story will follow next.

My Saturday

2008-06-14T23:40:00.009+08:00

Its another working Saturday for Ma and she will be working till evening. So, early morning, after sending Ma to work Pa sent me to Rantau to stay with Wan and Atuk.

We bumped into Mami & Uncle Li who were on their way back to Rembau. Looked like I'd be spending time with just Wan & Atuk today. After having a cup of coffee and some goreng pisang, Pa went off to do some errands.

Ma would be at Senawang Mosque till evening as part of her duty attending to the jemaah who were there for an Umrah course.

As planned, Pa came back to pick me up at kampung; then only pick Ma up.

This is the Senawang Mosque which is just next to the Senawang Police Station.

I was getting restless waiting for Ma in the car within the mosque compound.

What? Its already 5.00pm...but where is Ma?

Yeay...yeay...Ma is back!

After Fetching Ma, we went straight home since Pa had a dinner function to attend later in the evening.

Back home, I get to enjoy a cup of yogurt.

Despite making some mess, Ma allowed me to help myself as part of learning experience.

Pa left for his dinner at Klana Resort (the new name for Allson Klana) with his office colleague. All I knew was that Pa came back while I was fast asleep.

Oooh...tomorrow is Farther's Day. I wonder what Pa & Ma have planned for tomorrow. Anyway, Happy Father's Day, Pa.

Bo-bo outdoor

2008-06-14T02:49:00.003+08:00

One of the highlights of the day is having a bath outside, if weather permits...I call it bo-bo. Yesterday evening was a good day and I had my bo-bo outside with Wan.

Grrrr...its cold Ma!

Can we go in now?

Ma would be the one who dressed me up; occasionally Pa would do it too. Today, Ma dressed me in the Power Puff Girls outfit since we were planning to stop by the shop to get my diapers supply.

A peek through the leaves...Pa doing his snooping work again.

I stll had time to run around with Atuk.

So...how do you like my outfit?

Ok...Pa! Ma! I'm ready to go...

Fun Time At Kampung

2008-06-14T01:36:00.010+08:00

Our daily routine at the end of the day is returning to our Seremban home. Pa & Ma would be back from work by 6.15pm.

It would be the usual early dinner for the 3 of us. Pa would have his dinner first while Ma feed me. Then it'll be Ma's turn to have her dinner while Pa keeps me occupied. We have enough time to many things before leaving for Seremban.

Like watching my Barney CD which Pa bought me recently.

I have the little toy car to sit on while watching one of my favourite CD.

So engrossed that I forgot about Pa & Ma.

One of the exercise I forced Wan to partake.

While having my meal, I would also do other activities...like reading and sometimes running around to Ma's dislike.

Oops! Sorry to mess my new pyjamas, Ma.

Finally, Ma put me on her lap to finish my dinner...thats quite a mouthful of rice to chew.

We try to leave soon after Maghrib prayers but more often we manage to do so after 8.00pm. I'd be asleep most of the time before we reach home. It must be the activities at kampung that made me tired and sleepy every evening when we get home.

Its a good habit to sleep early, anyway.

The Mines...Revisited

2008-06-12T22:39:00.006+08:00

Oooh! Its been quite a while since my story has been updated here. Well...you know we have been a little occupied lately with events here and there. Furthermore, we have to shuttle to Ma's kampung on a daily basis leaving us very little time to update this blog.

Anyway, just want to share our recent outing to The Mines last Saturday, 7 June 2008. The last time we were here was when Pa got his D80. Our return visit this time was to get the photos taken at the engagement of Ma's niece. We decided to get the printing done here as the shop had offered a good price per piece since Pa had 100 plus shots to be printed.

We left our Seremban home before noon reaching The Mines well before noon. While the photos were being printed, we headed for the food court for lunch.

Here I am enjoying Pa's Soursop ice blended.

While Ma posed for Pa, I carried on sipping the delicious drink.

Pa and Ma ordered the same Nasi Goreng Fatima...Ma requested for the one without chillies; for my sake.

The juice sure was yummy I almost finished it...sorry Pa!

No matter what Ma did...I kept on enjoying Pa's drink.

Mmmmm...thanks Pa for your drink!

That was a good lunch break we had...but why the sad face?

We had to leave to get the the photos which should be ready by then.

After collecting the printed photos, we needed to find the photo album and other stuff as a package for the engagement photos. Since there was limited option at The Mines, we decided to head for the city centre. According to Pak Su, there are better choices at the shop in Danau Kota or Jalan Ipoh.

After driving around the Danau Kota area, Pa decided to try out the shop at Jalan Ipoh. We found the shop and the stuff we were looking for...and the shop was having a sale then; thats great timing.

Going back to Seremban early is definitely not our style. From the photography shop in Jalan Ipoh, we drove into the city centre...our next stop was Sogo. They were also having their sale...again great timing.

By the time we reached home, it was almost midnight. Pa got his photograpy stuffs, Ma & I got something at Sogo.

What a Saturdaywe had.

More Test Shots With D80

2008-05-31T02:45:00.002+08:00

The day is coming to an end as the evening sun slowly descend disappear at the horizon...but Pa was still busy capturing the moment with his new gadget.

Here are some...

The Anjung with natural light peeping through the windows.

Pa's candid capture of me having a great time getting dressed by Ma.

...and still having fun.

Hope you enjoyed the shots as I did in it.

Test Shot With Pa's New Toy

2008-05-30T23:25:00.005+08:00

Pa has been a little busy getting to know his new toy...Nikon D80. He seem to be trigger happy to shoot anything and everybody to get use to the new gadget.

There seem to be more control buttons and looked like better picture quality than his previous Fuji S5600.

Anyway, here are some shots to share...

I am of course his favourite model...here posing at the red staircase in Ma's kampung.

The sun peeking through the leaves. Shot taken at Pa's kampung.

KLIA elevator shot from above...taken last Saturday when sending off Mak Lang to UK.

Another shot taken at KLIA...handles of the trolley.

There was a wedding we attended at Pasoh 3 last Sunday. Will try to post story and pix from that event later.

Pa's New Toy

2008-05-23T00:14:00.008+08:00

Pa is very excited with his new toy he bought at The Mines recently. Ma shares Pa's excitement. Me...I will be busy posing for them.

Its been 5 days since Pa got his new D80 dslr but never really had a chance to test it out. We leave the house before 8.00am and by the time we get home it'll be past 8.00pm...a full 12-hours cycle.

So, there is not much we can share here at the moment.

Pa posing with his D80.
(Pic taken by Ma using Pa's S5600)

Ma showing her skill in handling a dslr...not bad!
(Pic by Pa using S5600)

This is one of the few shots of me at kampung taken by Pa. using his D80.

This slipper Ma bought for me at The Mines
(Pic by Ma using d80)

This weekend, Mak Lang would be flying to UK to meet Bang Long there. Unfortunately, I won't be able to join the sending off party since her flight is at 10.00am and its a working day for Ma.

Pa would be able to make it and probably try out his D80 there.

Wish Mak Lang safe trip there and enjoy the holidays.

Quick Outing on Wesak Day

2008-05-22T00:44:00.015+08:00

Last Monday, 19 May 2008 we did a quick getaway to The Mines in Serdang and Jusco in Cheras Selatan. For the whole morning, Pa did not say anything about going out nor gave any hints.

So, it was like a rest day of lazing around doing nothing but relaxing our tired bodies for the 3 of us. Ma was having a bad day with headache...and was trying to sleep it off after taking some medication. That afternoon, Pa had to get lunch ready and he did what most men would do...buy lunch!

At about 3.00pm, Pa nudged Ma to find out whether her headache had cleared. He even asked me to do the same.

Then Pa dropped the bomb...he asked us to get ready to go out. Thats the cure Ma would welcome anytime. Ma tried hard to find out where Pa wanted to take us but he just kept quiet.

Finally, on the highway he broke the news...we were heading for The Mines but did not say why he wanted to take us there.

So here I am all ready to go out enjoying some raisins.

Pa asked us to walkabout and enjoy the view of the shopping mall...I loved it because I could see many fishes swimming in the man-made canal running through the mall.

The place was surprisingly deserted with more Indonesian construction workers than locals.

We had a tea-break at McD where I get to enjoy my favourite fries.

Finally, here's the surprise! Pa had planned all along to get a new dslr camera for himself...an upgrade from the current one. Ma was all smiles while I gazed at the sales person on the other side of the counter.

Since The Mines was near Jusco Cheras Selatan, Ma suggested that we head over there. Afterall, Jusco sale is still on.

Pa posing for his camera handled by Ma.

Pa and Ma took turns to perform their prayers at the surau.

Dinner was at KFC...chicken rice for Ma & I and 2-pc plate for Pa

The chicken rice came with soup which I get to taste too.

After all the walking, I do need to be changed and Jusco is a baby friendly shopping complex which is one of the reasons we prefer to shop here.

There is this poster of a baby in the Baby's Changing Room that I imitated the posture...Ma was amazed and smiling away at my skills.

We left Jusco just before 9.30pm. Pa took an easy drive on the highway back to Seremban. That was the surprise quick outing we had on Wesak Day.

Pa is a happy man now that he has a new toy to play with. Ma and I would surely be his selected and favourite models to test his new toy.

Thanks Pa for taking Ma and I for the quick outing.

Weding At Rantau

2008-05-20T22:56:00.015+08:00

We attended a wedding at Rantau last Sunday...Ma's niece was getting married. Hmm...that means my cousin is getting married.

Anyway, we went to the wedding from our Seremban home. It was just past 2.00 pm when we reached there. We missed the berarak ceremony and all as the bride & groom were busy being photographed by guests and the official photographer (OP).

Lets go through the event we attended in the picture story below.

The usual signboard guiding guest to the wedding.

A different view of a photo session.

Pa managed to catch the couple as they were entering the house for some indoor photo shoot.

That smart looking guy in checked shirt is the OP.

I was also made to pose by Pa & Ma...just like a little flower girl?

The bride & groom were also busy welcoming latecomers like this chinese couple.

Thats the bride sandwiched between Ma and another of Ma's nephew's wife.

The cake with the sword lay waiting for the cake cutting ceremony as the couple was busy with the indoor photo shoot.

Weddings are also opportunity to meet up with relatives and friends.

That's Atuk's sister in red.

And this is Ma's cousin and her daughter holding somebody's baby. Don't they look alike? The girl in red tudung, Ma's niece is getting engaged early next month.

This shot was taken by Ma.

This little girl is looking rather tired.

We left the place just before 3.00pm.

We went back to kampung from there with Wan joining us since Atuk decided to stay a little longer.

Later that evening we went back to our Seremban home.

SR at Jusco

2008-05-19T01:27:00.018+08:00

Our next stopover at Jusco was primarily to view the Sale which started on the Saturday. After going through the kid's, men's and ladies's sections, Pa remembered the well overdue plan to enjoy Secret Recipe cake.

Since there was an outlet in Jusco, we decided to indulge ourselves in some moist SR cakes.

Pa had this chocolate almond cake.

...while Ma opted for the cheesecake.

Ma enjoying her cheesecake as I looked wondering if she'd offer me a bite.

Ma pinched a bit of Pa's chocolate cake to offer me...but I pretended to refuse.

After a little persuasion from Ma, I gave in and went for the bite.

Hmm...Ma must have thought that I was being a little too much. Well, I wasn't really up to cakes at the moment. I'd rather enjoy my fries.

Pa & Ma took their own sweet time to finish their cakes while chatting away.

To show my boredom, I had Jumbo as my pillow pretending to be sleepy.

Pa got the cue and decided to cheer me up with the 'Enjit-enjit semut' song.

They soon realised that I wasn't joking about the boredom thing. So, Pa quickly went to the cashier to settle the bill.

On our way back, I was back in action...having some fun at the back seat.

We reached Senawang toll as the traffic was building up at the cash booth. At this time, Pa's T&G saved us the agony of waiting in a long line.

That was the SR treat Pa & Ma finally managed to go after many days of cancellation...because of me. Anyway, its good that I am not so much into the sweet stuff. I would not refuse it on special occasions though.

We have a wedding to attend on Sunday in Rantau.

Wedding at Rantau in the next posting. Bye for now.

Saturday Lunch With Pa & Ma

2008-05-19T00:19:00.011+08:00

Pa and I left the house about 12.30pm to fetch Ma at her workplace. She finishes work at 1.00pm, so we had enough time to just have an easy drive to town.

On the way to town, Pa received a call from Ma to inform us that Ma's was offering 2 of her friends a ride to KTM Station. As we reached there, Pa had to clear some of the bags at the back to make room for extra passengers.

After dropping Ma's friends, we went up to Seremban Parade. Ma wanted to exchange the pair of jeans she bought on Friday for a different colour. We then headed to the food court to have lunch.

The drinks we ordered.

Pa's lunch

Ma's lunch...catered for me too.

Oops! I made a blunder over lunch; my drink dropped on the food court floor.

The Nepalese cleaner dragged his feet and his cleaning equipments towards our table. We could tell from his mopping actions and facial expression that he was not a happy man. The family next to our table looked on...expressionless! Me? I looked as innocent as I possibly can.

It was an accident after all!

Pa & Ma went up to Level 4. That's where the Surau is. I had the floor to myself to wander with my Remy sling bag.

The KTM Station could be seen from the parking area of Level 4.

Now that Ma had her jeans exchanged and we have had our lunch, we made Jusco our next stop. The Jusco sale had just started and Ma wanted to see whats on offer.

Jusco episode in the next post, okay?

Saturday Morning In The Park

2008-05-18T01:39:00.009+08:00

After sending off Ma to her workplace, Pa took me to the park. It was still early and the park was almost deserted except for some students playing football and 2 other families with their children. The sun was slowly creeping through the trees as we headed for the playground with slides, swings etc.

Pa put me on the slide but I still do not have the courage to slide down on my own.

Looking around, I noticed I was the only kid around the playground.

A view of part of the deserted park at 8.45am

Now this ride...I like...yeehaa!
(Unlike the real horse, tho')

There is also a place for kids to cycle managed by the local council.

One do not need to bring a bicycle as the park provided bicycles for rental at RM2.00 per half hour.

The cycle track is built exactly like the main road with traffic signals and other road signs. Unfortunately, I am too small for it now.

It was nice for Pa to take me to the park. Of course, it's not advisable to be here much earlier without adult company. With all kinds of nonsense people do to kids nowadays, one has to be extremely cautious in public places.

Now, that's one happy kid you see here.

Thanks Pa!

Its Another Friday...Hooray!

2008-05-16T22:17:00.005+08:00

Its 16th May 2008 today. Its a Friday and also Teacher's Day...so Happy Teacher's Day to all the teachers out there. Keep up the good work and dedication in building the future of Malaysians.

As usual, Pa & Ma dropped me off at kampung before going to work. I used to sit up on the way to kampung but have started to enjoy lying down on the backseat or on Ma's lap.

This is my favourite position with my Jumbo and pacifier.

Time really flies. Soon it was evening and Pa & Ma would be back from work. Ma had decided to get a lift from Mami today, so Pa came back alone. Pa arrived slightly earlier than Ma & Mami as they had stopped by Seremban.

These 2 ladies had just called it a day after fishing in the pond. They gave away 2 live fishes to Atuk.

Pa caught me stooping to look into the bucket with live fish inside.

The 'puyu' was one of them.

Thats the other one..."haruan bodoh" aka "ketutu"...a chinese favourite cooked sweet sour.

Trying to be brave and getting a closer look.

Thats Ma showing the peace sign as she arrived from work with Mami.

The clear blue sky with the jet plane painting a white trail atop the coconut tree. These view is almost seen everyday at kampung.

We went back home at the usual time after early dinner and Maghrib prayers. Somewhere along the way, I fell asleep, spoiling another day of SR plan.

Perhaps tomorrow we would get that chance.

Bye for now.

I'm 19months Today

2008-05-15T21:17:00.009+08:00

Its Thursday, 15 May 2008 today and I am 19 months old...thats 5 months short of my 2nd birthday. Its a working day for Pa & Ma. I was sent to kampung as usual.

Mami was at kampung when we arrived. She had taken the day off. So, I have extra company today.

I was as usual playing outside when Pa & Ma arrived from work. Today, our neighbours' girls did not come up to play.

19 months old and I am still having my drinks from the bottle.

One thing about Ma's kampung is the frequent sighting of airplanes flying over us enroute to KLIA in Sepang. Sometimes there'd be planes flying 15 minutes apart. Some fly low enough for me to see like the bright red colour of AirAsia.

Its a nice clear sky and the moon could be seen in the sky as a plane pass by.

Our earlier intention to stop for dessert treat at SR did not materialise as I was already asleep just as we left kampung. Instead, Ma went to the "pasar malam" to get some fish and chicken. Its the king of fruit season now and Ma could not resist getting it. She bought only one durian to be consumed immediately upon reaching home. They did not want me to taste the fruit...not just yet.

Somehow, buying these durian at night is not advisable at all. One thing is that you won't be able to see the freshness of the fruit. Ma ended up buying maybe a 2 day old durian. It was rather dry but had a nice texture and fleshy.

This is the durian Pa & Ma had...quietly when I was asleep!

And this is the fleshy inside.

Tomorrow is another Friday; another weekend is coming. We have wedding invitation to attend on Sunday.

See ya in another post.

Of Porridge & Yogurt

2008-05-14T23:15:00.012+08:00

Its middle of the week again and we have also reached the middle of May 2008. Its another working day routine for me to spend the day at kampung with Wan & Atuk.

I woke up later than usual; well actually Ma woke me up after packing all my stuff in the car. I was so sleepy that I continued my sleep all the way to kampung only to wake up upon hearing my name being called by Wan.

It was just after 6.00pm when Pa & Ma came back from work. I was outside with Wan, Nenek Induk and our neighbour's 2 girls. The two girls have become my regular companions in the evening.

Its my porridge time with Ma.

Just look at our neighbour's 2 girls posing with me for Pa as Ma looked on smiling.

There was this bucket outside the kitchen door that got me curious.

"Look Ma, there are some fishes in there!"

Atuk joined in with a stick to prod the fish. It wasn't moving anymore.

Then it was my turn.

Its tough when there's water problem at kampung. Our place on the hill does not help at all when the pressure is insufficient to drive the water up.

Today, some contractors were doing some repair works near the kampung surau resulting in the shutdown of water for all.

Atuk had to use the water stored in the barrel.

After our early dinner and Maghrib prayers, we left for our Seremban home. The journey home is as usual smooth.

Back home I get to enjoy my favourite yogurt.

Its spoon lickin' good

Success in a cup...I finished one cup of yogurt!

All the playing and running around at kampung made me very tired. I called it a day early.

Hopefully, the water pipe has been repaired and that the supply at kampung be back to normal when I go back tomorrow.

Good night from me...

Ma's Day Off

2008-05-13T23:43:00.013+08:00

It is Ma's day off today...well she decided to take the day off to care for me since Wan would be going for her medical check-up following the recent blood test last month. The whole affair would take easily half the day and it would be tricky to bring me along there. So, Ma did the right thing to take the day off.

Here are some shots of my activities at home with Ma. She had Pa's camera all to herself to play with.

I really love raisins and dates; had a taste of the latter with 'air zam-zam' on the day I was born...thanks Pa & Ma.

Remember the yellow bouncy ball I got when we went to Bagan Lalang? It goes where I go despite the size.

Ma trying to do a photo shoot of me in dress with blue hair tie to match...not an easy thing to do as she found out as I move faster than her.

Ok...this hair tie can go now, right Ma?

What...still more shots to take? I have a little private business you have to tackle.

Getting rid of the 'private biz' evidence as little 'tweety' looks on.

I was soon getting hungry and went for the raisin again.

Pa's little tool box sat conveniently in the corner as a seat for me.

Pa came back from work at the usual time as I waited at the front door. Its play and reading time with Pa now that he's home.

Time really flies when you are having a good time. Soon it was bedtime for me. Tomorrow I'd be back with my daily routine of going to Rantau.

See ya!

Mother's Day Dinner Out

2008-05-13T00:44:00.012+08:00

Ma was treated to dinner at Man Tomyam. We left home after Maghrib. There was already a big crowd at the place when we arrived but still managed to get a nice table near their water feature decor.

The place is nicely decorated and looked great at night with the lighting.

After placing our order, we sat by the little pond and enjoyed the view and the sound of rippling water.

I got the best seat in the house with Ma close by.

Look Ma...there's some fishes in there!

Still waiting for our order to arrive

Finally...Kuey Tiaw Goreng for Ma

Potato Fries for me

But best of all...Chicken Chop for Pa!

A pose with Pa...with Ma behind the camera!

After the great dinner, we headed back home. That was Mother's Day dinner out we gave Ma.

On Mother's Day...

2008-05-11T23:46:00.010+08:00

It's Sunday, 11th May 2008...Mother's Day. Ma spent the morning and afternoon doing the laundry. For that, Pa decided to treat Ma for lunch and dinner!

I followed Pa out to buy some lunch. We went to OT Mohammad to see if their Briyani Gam was still available...we were in luck. After getting our order, we stopped by the newsagent to get the Sunday papers; The Sunday Star for Pa and Mingguan Malaysia for Ma.

When we got home, it was Ma's turn to sneak on us. She's getting the hang of it operating Pa's camera.

Pa noticed Ma with the camera as he was unlocking the car door

I was then taken out from my baby car seat.

I realised that I was being watched all the time by Ma.

Remember how I love yogurt? Well, being Mother's Day, Ma let me help myself to a cup of the yummy stuff.

Hmmm...there's still a lot in there!

Facial treatment with yogurt...it doesn't just taste good, its also good for the skin.

Later on, I had chocolate cake...the one from Gardenia. I love this stuff.

By late afternoon, we were all feeling sleepy after the heavy meal. All three of us had an afternoon nap.

Later in the evening, we went out for dinner...another treat for Ma on Mother's Day.

That episode to be covered in the next posting...ok?

Hutan Lipur Ulu Bendul

2008-05-11T22:15:00.016+08:00

We made our way down from Kuala Pilah with the intention to stop at Ulu Bendul Recreation Park for tea. They have stalls selling all kind of food and drinks including picnic items like floats, balls etc.

It was almost 6.00pm when we reached the recreation park. It was reasonably packed with Saturday travelers taking a break and some to have a dip in the cold fresh water. The place has seen some sprucing up by the council to make it more attractive to visitors.

Ma was all smiles when we reached our intended stopover.

There were many stalls to choose from, most selling the same food and drinks. We chose to sit at the stall under the shade as the evening sun was too glaring for the eyes.

Pa had this ABC while Ma opted for the cendol.

Since we were there, Pa & Ma decided to take me for a walk in the park. We did not venture deep in the park as it was getting late and the mosquitoes would have a great feasting time on the three of us.

Crossing the bridge over to the other side.

A view of the same bridge from a distance.

A man-made pond attracted some youths having a cool evening dip.

From a distance, the pool water cascades downstream.

A downstream view of the river.

Its a nice scene with the mountains in the background...must be very cold in the morning here.

Catch me if you can, Ma!

The boulders made good props for our photo sessions.

A last look before we called it a day.

That was it...a simple stopover at the recreation park.

A shot for the album of the 2 "tourists" from Seremban.

The journey downhill of Bukit Putus took less than 20 minutes. We stopped by at McD drive-in to buy some fries for me.

That was quite a Saturday we had ... a packed agenda. We were tired but happy that we made it to the wedding and the little stops along the way home.

Bahau and Kuala Pilah

2008-05-11T18:54:00.011+08:00

Bahau is a much livelier township than Seremban town. There seem to be more shops and more people than the present activities in Seremban town.

We just drove around the Bahau town stopping at the Indian mosque for Zohor prayers.

This is the shopping complex in Bahau taken in November 2007.

We decided to head back to Seremban as it was almost Asar. When we reached Kuala Pilah, it was just before Asar. We stopped at the Masjid Jamek Kuala Pilah to perform Asar prayers; Pa managed to join the jemaah prayers.

Ma gave me a good refreshing bath at the mosque and a change of clothes. The hot sun since at the Batu Kikir wedding had made me sweat a lot and the bath was a much welcomed thing.

The mosque architecture...typical moorish design.

Ma getting me prepared for my bath while I quench my thirst with plain water.

Voila! I just had my bath and am all refreshed.

Now its a little grooming by Ma.

Hooray! Ma is back from her prayers...and a change of clothes too!

Steps and open spaces are my favourite...this time Ma had to hold my hands as the tiled floor would not be kind should I miss a step.

A pose for the album...Smile!

From Kuala Pilah, we decided to stop at Ulu Bendul Recreation Park to have a tea break.

See you in the next posting.

Kuala Pilah & Hutan Lipur Ulu Bendul

2008-05-11T08:47:00.005+08:00

From the wedding place in Batu Kikir we decided to go to Bahau.Pa wanted to show Ma the project in Bahau he goes every fortnight; its a shopping complex.

On the way to Bahau, we passed by Teratak Za'aba, the famous linguist who has contributed so much towards the spread and use of Bahasa Melayu.

This is the tradisional Malay house called Teratak Za'aba with its large compound for car park and a well maintained lawn.

Another view of the beautiful kampung house.

A plaque tells the whole story of this house called Teratak Za'aba

His life story and achievement summarised on this plaque.

The entrance to the house compound patriotically adorned with the state and national flag.

On the way to Bahau, we passed scenic kampung view like this.

To be continued in next post...

Happy Mother's Day

2008-05-11T08:36:00.003+08:00

With Love From Pa & Alisya

Wedding At Batu Kikir

2008-05-10T22:25:00.010+08:00

Its Saturday, 10th May 2008 and we have a wedding to attend in Batu Kikir, the place made famous by the song with the lyrics that goes..."Batu Kikir Jambatan Bosi...". The invitation is from Pa's office mate who's brothers, yes 2 of them are getting married on the same day.

It is a working day for Ma; Pa & I sent her in the morning. On our way back home Pa dropped by to get his car washed (scrubbed is more like it) at the nearby carwash. Now that the car is in presentable condition, we stopped by for breakfast; Pa had roti telor.

Soon it was afternoon and its time to pick Ma at her workplace. Ma had earlier in the day prepared all my stuff in the bag, change of clothes and food basket etc.

Ma showing the peace sign upon seeing us waiting for her.

We did not waste much time as it was just past 1.00pm when we left Seremban for Batu Kikir, stopping at the petrol station to top up some petrol.

It was a hot sunny day all the way to Batu Kikir.

Its my first trip here to Batu Kikir. Pa & Ma had been here before during one of the Hari Raya, so they know how to get to the place.

Having banners like this to welcome guests is becoming common nowadays.

Most of the guests had already left when we reached the pengantin's house, greeted by Pa's officemate and his mother and mother-in-law. The usual fare of nasi minyak and curry was there waiting for us.

Green was the theme of the wedding.

Ma chatting with Pa's officemate while enjoying the nasi minyak.

Ma making sure I look nice...how do you like my little ponytails?

A simple photo session of the three of us before leaving the kenduri.

From there, we headed for Bahau.

To be continued...

KTM Tragedy in Seremban...Photos

2008-05-10T00:22:00.005+08:00

Remember the KTM train tragedy in Kg Baru Rahang, Seremban recently? Well, we went out on the 2nd day of the accident to get closer to the accident site where the southbound passenger train jumped the track killing the locomotive driver who plunged with in the muddy waters.

Actually Pa wanted to take some photos of the accident to post in his photo forum. Anyway, here are some of the photos of the tragic accident.

Kg Baru Rahang, a sleepy small village just outside town on the way to Tampin.

Thats the crane boom we saw from a distant doing the cleaning up of the track.

This ice cream seller is having a good business day today.

A policewoman taking a picture of the ill-fated coach using her camera phone.

Unlike the policewoman, this policeman was looking down where the poor driver got killed.

One of the passenger coach being lifted onto the track by the crane.

Even the volunteers and security personnel were curious to see the cleaning up works by KTM workers.

On the other side of the track another passenger coach lay in the ditch waiting to be hauled back onto the track.

Another coach lying on its side while cleaning up work was concentrated on the other side.

The hot day has taken its toll on this RELA volunteer.

Despite this tragedy, train ride still remain one of the safest public transport which is still in operation.

TGIF

2008-05-09T23:41:00.004+08:00

Thank God Its Friday!...that's what many 5-day week employees say when they get to Fridays. Unfortunately, this does not apply to Ma and indirectly, Pa. Saturdays are working day, though only half day for Ma. Pa is indirectly working, too...looking after me until Ma finish work at 1.00pm.

This morning Pa noticed the traffic below the Bailey Bridge a little slow when sending Ma off to work. After dropping Ma off at her office Pa drove into town passing by an accident scene.

No wonder an ambulance came rushing earlier. Pa could not stop as the traffic was beginning to cause a jam from busy body drivers slowing down to just take a look.

This is what Pa managed to capture in a hurry. The accident is just after that bridge.

Like yesterday, Ma came back from work with Pa; arriving at about the same time as yesterday. Our neighbour's 2 girls were around playing under the house.

They like to come up to play and keep me company.

Getting 'manja2' with Atuk.

I had just taken by bath and was dressing up when Pa & Ma arrived from work. Usually Ma would give me a bath when she comes back from work but today Wan thought I should quickly have a bath from sweating after playing in the compound.

Look at my powdery face after my bath.

We stopped by Giant before going home. Pa wanted to see if his favourite DCM magazine for May is already at the news stand; it hasn't arrived yet.

I slept a little later than yesterday after the Giant stopover. Tomorrow Pa & I have to send Ma to work and later pick her up. We have a wedding to attend to in Batu Kikir.

Good Night & See Ya.

Jusco Stopover

2008-05-09T00:02:00.011+08:00

Its another Thursday, the second for May 2008. Like any other working days, I was first sent to Rantau before Pa & Ma went to work.

Ma came back with Mami today, so she arrived kampung much earlier than if she comes back with Pa. They both finish work at different times.

Pa came back only half hour later than Ma.

Armed with his camera, Pa managed to capture two actions here; one of Atuk concentrating on The Star Pa bought and me and the abacus with the red ball nearby.

That's our neighbour's kid who is also related to us.

This is the other sister hurling the red ball high up.

Pa and Ma had very early dinner, earlier than usual. Ma had planned to go to Jusco. We left kampung before Maghrib.

The sun was just setting when we left kampung.

First thing Pa & Ma did was went to the surau to perform their Maghrib prayers; Ma first followed by Pa.

The hair salon with the glass mirror right in front of the male surau was just nice for me to watch while waiting for Ma.

Ooo...there's two of me and one of Pa!

The good thing about Jusco is the refreshment provided, FOC

After getting some things, we went back home via the highway. As usual, I was asleep all the way.

Big Yellow Bouncy Ball

2008-05-07T23:41:00.011+08:00

Its Wednesday, 7th May 2008 today...a week of May has passed.

My day began as usual with Pa & Ma sending me to Rantau to stay with Wan & Atok until evening. I was up earlier than usual this morning...6.00am! So on the way to Rantau, I managed to get a little shut eye.

Pa & Ma arrived from work just after 6.00pm when I was playing with my yellow bouncy ball Ma bought when we were at Bagan Lalang over the Labour Day holiday.

I caught Pa trying to sneak on me while I was enjoying my cream crackers!

"Uuurhh! I cannot reach your yellow ball, Alisya", claimed Ma.

"Uuurghh! I cannot reach it either, Ma", I replied.

I learn a lot of things fast, be it some simple words and actions like above.

That evening we stopped by Giant Hypermarket to get some food items. We noticed that the rice stock was rather low and the price rather high! Something is just not right somewhere...it can't be that everyone is eating more than they usually do.

I only consume a little in a day for my porridge...the traders are not being fair to people like me! And all the other kids out there!

Do we all need to change our diet?

Bagan Lalang Pics

2008-05-06T23:24:00.011+08:00

Continuing our Bagan Lalang Labour Day outing, here are more photos to share.

A small lake; most probably man-made, attracts the gentle lady anglers.

Thats the closest to riding a horse I could get...the beast just scares me even though Ma looked like she's having a great time.

With the metal hoarding as backdrop, a camera lady and her model was captured in action.

There was a small food industry selling all kinds of kerepek nearby. We stopped by to get some titbits before heading for the beach.

As the sun was setting, I was with Ma wading at the edge of the water for a cool evening dip.

A scene just before sunset.

Many stalls sell these bouncy balls od all sizes which may be used as some exercise gadget.

This 'kakak' was very friendly with me. She was with her family at the table next to ours at the Bagan Seafood Restaurant. Ma thought that she had a scary looking face...kind of spooky movies.

The beautiful setting sun...what a sight!

We would come back to this place on another occasion...hope not on Pa & Ma's 11th Wedding Anniversary.

Saturday At Rembau

2008-05-06T01:02:00.009+08:00

Last Saturday, we went back to Rembau. Pa packed all my stuff, dressed me up and went to town to fetch Ma before leaving for Rembau.

On the way back, we stopped by the eating place by the river just before Rembau town. The place has been spruced up by the local council.

Enjoying the journey to Rembau

We stopped by the Cendol Madu stall No 1. Pa and Ma had chicken rice and packed some kuih udang to for Wan.

Slurp!

It was a hot day but I just loved the open space of the area that I made a dash for the steps

With my 'tourist' hat on, Pa let me near the river area but I was just too short to see anything.

Some shots Pa took of the place...

Wan got a pleasant surprise to see us back. Kak Diana was also home to keep Wan company.

Later that evening, Wan prepared some traditional medication for my rashes

Wan would spend the evenings catching up on the local events in the papers.

Kak Diana frying an omelette for dinner

It was just a simple dinner as were had an invitation for a small kenduri by Pak Su Mamat later after Isya' prayers

Wan scooping rice onto the plates for everyone

There were some fruits in the basket and Wan asked Ma to peel the apple for me.

Ma and I did not go to the kenduri as I was already asleep.

Only close family members were invited for the small kenduri.

Wan Kg Batu, Mak Ngah Bkt Chedang & MakTeh Kg Batu was also there. Thats the young imam...a relative, too.

After the kenduri we went back to Seremban, reaching home almost midnight.

On-line...Getting Hands On

2008-05-03T01:51:00.003+08:00

I have been watching Pa & Ma on the laptop on various occasions and was wondering if I would ever have a chance to get my hands on it.

Well, the day came on the morning of Labour Day public holiday. Best of all, its not Pa but Ma who gave me that chance to meddle with the laptop...well not really meddle but a lesson in handling laptop/ computer.

Ma was online reading my blog

Typing skill...zero!

It was just a couple of minutes only that Ma allowed me to touch the laptop. After that its back to my other toys. I do have a kid's laptop for learning but its not the same as adult's one.

Anyway, thanks Ma for allowing me to have a go on Pa's laptop.

Outing on Pa & Ma's Special Day

2008-05-02T00:10:00.034+08:00

Its a special day today for Pa & Ma...its the eve of their 10th Wedding Anniversary! To mark this special day, we had an outing from noon till midnight... we reached home almost midnite! Come join our Labour Day marathon outing cum 10th Wedding Anniversary Celebration.

We did not leave the house until just after 2.00pm...its a public holiday after all and employees are supposed to have a good rest day.

Hmm...what shall I get for Pa & Ma for their Wedding Anniversary?

After Zohor prayers, we were all dressed up and ready for an outing. Lunch was the first agenda on the list.

"Like Mother Like Daughter"...a little appreciation of Ma's gardening work

All passengers aboard...and we were off.

Our first stop was lunch at KFC. Ma recommended Pa to try out their Chicken Rice...they have the combo meal with soup and drinks. They both ordered the same Chicken Rice; Pa preferred the hot&spicy.

Big smile for the camera!

This is the Chicken Rice Ma was talking about.

After our KFC lunch, Pa took us for a secret destination trip. He did not say where but asked us to just be quiet and enjoy the journey.

Ma & I reciting our doa before our journey...Amin!

We took the Labu road heading to Nilai. Halfway there, somewhere before Labu, Pa took the junction to LBJ. Ma was more puzzled...she had taken this route before and knew that along this road, its just rubber and palm oil plantations along the way.

Its sure getting mysterious...

On a clear road Pa stopped by the roadside to photograph the scene...a chinese cemetary?

We soon found out where Pa was taking us...

Its Bagan Lalang!

Being a public holiday, the Bagan Lalang beach front was packed with people taking advantage of the rest day. Some probably had taken an extra day off to further enjoy an extended weekend. It was Asar when we reached the beach area, so we decided to head for the nearby surau.

While Ma was in the surau, I had a fun time under the shades of the trees. Thats the surau in the background.

There was this hammock which I could not resist...I just had to get on it. Ma smiled looking at me relaxing under the tree.

Its really nice and cooling here...

I was having a great time running around freely...the road was clear of motor vehicles.

They have all sorts of accommodation here like this one in the backround.

Ma joined me later for my walkabout.

At the beach front, many traders operate freely selling stuffs like floats, beach balls, kites etc. Ma took me to one of the traders to ask about the prices of items displayed.

There's just so many to choose from.

I saw something that I liked and pointed to the direction, urging Ma to get it for me.

Hooray! I have a yellow bouncy beach ball. Thanks Ma.

There was this pony ride nearby which Pa & Ma took me with the hope that I try my first horse ride. It did not happen as I was too afraid to get on the little pony. Ma asked the operator how much can the pony carry...around 50kg said the friendly man. Unfortunately, he does not allow two riders on the same horse. It'll be difficult to handle when two riders are on it.

So...here is the single rider that made it....Ma!

We headed for the beach to enjoy the scenery and the setting sun.

The sun setting in the horizon.

The sun almost disappearing in the horizon.

Pa decided to give Ma a seafood dinner treat at the Sri Bagan stall. We stopped by the surau to perform our Maghrib prayers before heading for the stall. It was really packed with holiday makers from all walk of life and ages.

We were lucky to get a table where a couple with their kid had just finished their dinner. After booking the table we went to the stall to choose our choice of seafood.

Ma making her selection with me looking very interested.

Selection made and cooking style selected...now its the waiting game.

A pose on the deck area while our table is being cleaned.

Soon the food arrived but I was already sleepy...its 9.00pm by the way!

We took the Nilai route on our way back, joining the Plus highway from Nilai. Pa thought it was a safer road than the LBJ one.

We entered Nilai toll at 10.50pm!

This is what I did all along the way fom Bagan Lalang.

Despite a tiring outing, we all enjoyed ourselves on this eve of Pa & Ma's 10th Wedding Anniversary.

"Happy 10th Wedding Anniversary" to Pa & Ma....I love you both...mmmmwwwaah!

Its May!

2008-05-01T01:15:00.004+08:00

Its May 2008 today!

Lets work for a better month than the last and achieve more in life.

30th April Deadline

2008-05-01T00:03:00.009+08:00

Every year, 30th April is a date when most responsible Malaysians would make the last minute rush to file their tax return with LHDN. Somehow, last minute filing is a die hard habit we all have...Pa included. He had collected his e-Filing pin some 2 weeks back but still decided to do it on the very last day. So, on our way back to our Seremban home, we dropped by the LHDN office in town which had extended their working hours till 10.00pm.

After handing his e-Filing Pin No slip to the LHDN officer, Pa waited for his turn to go online on the PC's provided. A queue was building up at the counter requesting for e-Filing pin no.

On a side table near the entrance some free refreshments were provided but we were not there for a drink.

Pa at one of the terminal assisted by an officer.

The whole process of entering data into the template took less than 10 minutes; the wait for a free terminal was much longer.

While Pa was busy at the terminal, I was enjoying a banana for some energy food.

All smiles...e-Filing done!

The payment counter was still open.

From the LHDN office, we headed straight home.

Thats the end of April and a new month awaits us.

All pics courtesy of Ma's camera phone...thanks Ma.

At Klinik Kesihatan Rantau

2008-04-30T00:47:00.012+08:00

I was at Klinik Kesihatan Rantau today... not for me but Wan. Pa took time off to look after me while Wan went for her regular check. Today, they were taking her blood sample for further test.

Her appointment was set for 9.00am but we arrived much earlier. There were others who were there much earlier than us.

The clinic is much smaller than the one in Rembau.

While Wan waited for her turn, Pa took me to the Taman Rekreasi Mini near the clinic. We did not stay long at the park as some workers were cutting the grass nearby and it would not be wise to hang around there for fear of flying objects hitting us.

The little park

Now...why is the lost look here?

We noticed many Indians at the clinic wanting to get treatment of all sort...Rantau has a large population of Indians.

This old lady looked pitiful in the wheelchair

Quenching my thirst in Wan's lap while waiting for her turn.

Wan in the room to get her blood sample taken

By 9.45am everything was done. We stopped by the stall operated by these couple in their golden years. They were actually related to Atuk. Pa decided to get some nasi lemak and local kuih for breakfast.

The customary 'salam' before leaving the stall.

We reached kampung at 10.00am...my face covered in chocolate after having some chocolate twiggies on the way.

Pa had his breakfast and later went back to office leaving me with Wan & Atuk.

Sunday At The Mines

2008-04-28T23:16:00.008+08:00

Its been a while since the last update...our daily commuting to and fro Seremban-Rantau really took the toll on us. By the time we get back home in the evening, we are all tired and could not wait to have a good night rest.

Anyway, last Sunday we decided to treat ourselves to a day out; kind of self-rewarding thing. It was already 11.00am when we left our house...with no specific place in mind. After some thoughts, we decided to head for The Mines in Serdang instead of Alamanda in Putrajaya. The last time Pa & Ma brought me here, I was still a baby...this time I can walk and run around.

Still a nice place with more buldings erected around the main Mines Complex and a highway fronting it.

One has to be alert when approaching the Mines as the road splits abruptly; one going to The Mines and the other all the way to Balakong/ Kajang. Pa almost missed the turn.

The first thing we did was to have our lunch at the food court. They have the usual choices of Malay, Chinese, Thai selection. Pa & Ma went for the Thai set selection.

The entrance to the food court looks grand.

We chose to seat near the glass window overlooking the highway.

Mother-Daughter pose

The white rice and paprik with crackers and a delicate touch of a red chilly on top of the rice.

Its always me that get to eat first with Pa.

"Thats my darling!"

We left The Mines just before 5.00pm...not to go home yet but went to Jusco Cheras Selatan. We were there until Maghrib. Pa & Ma had their dinner at the Arena Food Court of Jusco. It was an easy drive back to Seremban with the KL bound traffic much heavier.

Tired but satisfied.

Slow start of another week...

2008-04-21T23:41:00.005+08:00

Its the first day of the fourth week of April today; and being a Monday, the usual 'feeling blues' sets in fast. I was only up at 7.15am after Pa & Ma had dressed up. Must have been the Sunday outing at Pelegong & Nilai that had taken the toll on this little body of mine.

The journey back to kampung in the morning was smooth. The traffic was unusually clear for a Monday.

Pic at kampung with the 'bunga telur' from an event at the local mosque earlier today

In the evening, Pa & Ma came back from work together. Wan & Atuk wanted to attend the Mufti Ceramah at the local mosque. They left before Maghrib; Atuk decided to drive the car as the rain was starting to fall. Atuk does not like to drive but this time he had no other choice.

After dinner, we left kampung.

Its a slow Monday with little activities. Perhaps tomorrow might be different. See you then!

Sunday at Pelegong & Nilai

2008-04-20T23:12:00.008+08:00

We stayed indoors almost half the Sunday with Ma busy with her cleaning up and laundry work. Pa went out in the afternoon to get lunch for himself and Ma.

Anyway, the weather was not permitting any outdoor activities as it rained in the late afternoon.

Playing with my educational kids laptop

Now, whats that error message for?

After Asar, when the rain had stopped we left home for Pelegong near Tiroi. Ma had to go there as part of her work. Her workplace had taken some Thai students for a home stay weekend there.

It was our first time there. Luckily Ma spotted her office vehicle on our way there. We only had to follow them to get to the Pelegong Homestay area.

Maybe this is how they got the name Pelegong?

Ma & I could not resist having a shot in front of the Pelegong Homestay signboard.

Group shot with Ma's office mates.

The place caters for tourists to get a feel of country living in typical Negeri Sembilan village. Entertainment is provided in the evening by the local youngsters playing traditional instruments.

When we reached the place, the youngsters were having their practice session.

Taking our pic near the performance stage.

There was a small play area within the compound and I could not resist myself to have a go on the playground items.

The spring horse is popular in many playgrounds.

Yee Ha!

Okay Ma! I've had enough of this item...can we try something else?

Oh Oh! Ma has taken a ride on the swing ahead of me.

That's more like it...swing higher Ma!

We could not stay long at the Pelegong Homestay to watch the musical presentation which was scheduled to start after 8.00pm.

A rare shot of the 3 of us at the swing.

From Pelegong, we headed for Nilai. Pa wanted to treat Ma to the Ayam Golek stall in Nilai. It was Maghrib when we reached Nilai area, so we stopped at the old Nilai mosque.

From a distance, I could spot Ma in ladies prayer area. With Pa's permission, I ran towards her.

The Ayam Golek stall is located about 100m from the Nilai-Labu junction. There were many customers at the stall when we arrived. A queue was building up to pack the Ayam Golek.

Pa & Ma ordered Nasi Lemak Ayam for themselves. Me? The usual porridge.

Pa & Ma's order had arrived.

Let me taste the Nasi Lemak, Ma!

As it was almost 9.00pm, Pa decided to take the highway to return to Seremban. The Labu road is a little quiet and too risky to take at night with just the three of us.

We did stop by Giant in Nilai.

The side entrance view.

In the complex, they have these rides which is FREE!

Nilai also boast its very own night shopping area called Time Out BoardWalk which is something like the UpTown & DownTown in KL.

Unfortunately, the place was a little quiet. Maybe its due to the fact that it was Sunday night and that the place was just recently opened. We'll see how it goes from now on...whether it'll pick up or just suffer a slow death!

Since we were there, Pa got himself one of those China-made torch light to keep in his car for emergency use.

Another rare shot with Pa with the BoardWalk banner in the background.

This is the stall Pa bought his mini-torch

I was so tired that I slept as soon as we got in the car. The journey back was smooth compared to KL bound which was rather busy.

What a Sunday we had despite leaving home late. Tomorrow its back to the usual routine when Pa & Ma is back at work.

Another Saturday At Kampung

2008-04-19T23:03:00.006+08:00

Its another Saturday today and I'm back at kampung. On our way back to kampung this morning, we stopped by Ampangan market area to get some breakfast...nasi kerabu; Ma's treat.

After sending Ma to her workplace, Pa & I headed for kampung. Only Wan & Atuk was home; Mami & Uncle Li had left for Rembau...Uncle Li's kampung.

Pa had his nasi kerabu breakfast at kampung with goreng pisang Wan had fried earlier in the morning. Later, Pa went off to Seremban for some errands.

Pa & Ma came back together in the evening.

A stop over to get goreng pisang at Rasah

The 'serambi' windows are open to allow fresh air and light in.

Back in our Seremban home, Ma would teach me some basic housekeeping skills like sweeping the floor.

Here in kampung, I have Wan as my teacher

This is my play area at kampung; so, I need to keep it clean.

Wan was worried to see running around barefooted. So, she made me wear my sandal.

Now...that looks like a special bucket seat, doesn't it?

Wait a minute...its a basket!

I really enjoy getting into the basket...felt like getting into a boat

Here's a view from the top.

Ma was supposed to have a function later in the evening but was canceled. After Maghrib, we left for our Seremban home.

April 2007...Revisited

2008-04-17T00:52:00.006+08:00

A year ago in April 2007, I was just 6 months old. Looking back at my photos in April 2007 really made me smile.

To start with, how about this bald chubby look?

I could lie on my stomach and raise my head then.

I also laugh and smile when Pa & Ma made funny faces at me.

I still have that chubby cheek till today, though.

A stark contrast between mother and daughter...smiling v frowning

By this time, Atuk was brave enough to carry me.

Its amazing how I've grown over the 12 months...Suhanallah!

I'm 18 Months Today

2008-04-15T00:29:00.004+08:00

I am 18 months old today...which is 548 days! Thats a lot of days for a little girl like me.

Anyway, Syukur Alhamdulillah...I am doing fine with Pa & Ma looking after me very well.

Thanks Pa & Ma for caring & loving me till today.

Indoor Car Seat

2008-04-14T23:54:00.004+08:00

The day passed by swiftly. It was just a couple of hours ago Pa & Ma dropped me at kampung and now I'm back at our Seremban home.

Back at kampung today, Pak Pi, one of Wan Acik's sons came over to cut down a coconut tree and the mango tree. Wan & Atuk was worried after the two incidents of the tree falling down in strong winds. A wise decision made since the mango tree trunk was literally hollow as a result of some insects feasting on the inner part of the trunk.

Pa had to go to Bahau with one one of the technical department officer for inspection of work done. My car seat had to be removed and placed in the house.

Ma & Pa came back late today due to their office work load.

This is my seat to enjoy a banana while watching TV

Its not OGAWA or any product like it, but its very comfortable for me.

Of course you don not need the seat belt indoors.

The car seat shall remain indoor until Pa & Ma has plan to go outing again. I do not mind my "OGAWA" seat to be in the house since it comes in just nice for me as a private seat.

Our Sunday

2008-04-13T23:34:00.008+08:00

Its the 2nd Sunday of April today and like most people, we spent most of the day at home. There's so many things to do at home like doing the laundry, cleaning the house etc.

That's me helping out Ma sweep the floor in the morning.

There's the other room that needed my services.

Later in the afternoon, Pa's ex-officemate came over after their shopping at Giant. She came with her hubby and son with something for me bought in Giant. The last time she saw me was when I was still a little baby during my first Hari Raya Puasa. I have grown since then.

They left just after 2.00pm.

Pa & I enjoying some oranges Ma served...oops! Why am I having the skin while Pa is enjoying the juicy orange? Just wanted to test and taste it!

We went out later to have a late lunch.

Ok I am ready Ma...but why is Pa not dressed yet?

We went to this place called Hj Shariff Cendol in Paul Street that serves...you guessed it right...cendol. They also have the typical Mamak Rojak.

There were only 3 tables occupied when we arrived. Later on more customers came when we were having our late lunch.

This is the place...a corner lot.

The 'cendol' in a small silverware bowl. Nice bowl but very small...hence little content!

Ma had this plain rojak

Pa ordered the one with 'mi'

I had my usual homemade porridge.

Later after lunch we stopped by Terminal 1. Ma wanted to get herself a new pair of shoes; one that she can wear to work and does not hurt her feet if she has to do a lot of walking.

An Indian karaoke session was taking place at the main lobby area of Terminal 1. An Indian guy belted out one of the Blue's Gang famous song in the NS dialect...Poi pokan...naik basikal....etc

We went down to Giant at the basement of Terminal 1 before leaving the noisy complex for home.

Its early to bed for me. Tomorrow is another new week and my 'bailk kampung' routine starts again.

Bye for now.

Its Saturday!

2008-04-13T00:41:00.009+08:00

Its Saturday, 12th April 2008 today! Most people do not work today but not Ma. Pa also had things to do in town. So, I had to go back to kampung in the morning to stay with Wan until they come back.

We left the house just before 8.00am to drop Ma off at her office before heading for kampung.

I still had time to watch my sing-a-long cd while waiting for Ma to get dressed.

This time I got to sit in front since Ma would get down in town first...all my personal items in place; pacifier, "Jumbo" and neck support in case I fall asleep along the way.

Back at kampung, Mami was around. So was Uncle Li.

Relaxing under the house while enjoying my plain water.

Comfortable in Wan's lap.

Ma's work had taken her to KLIA today where she saw Adam AF checking in for a flight.

(Sorry for the not so clear pic. Ma was in a hurry to take the shot)

Pa came back with Ma later at about 3.00pm.

Ma comparing with Mami her aching feet after doing a lot of walking today.

That evening, Pa set off to the clearance area behind our kampung house to see it from the other end. The land has been destroyed by the felling of the rubber tree. It will be a while before the ground is covered by greenery again.

The house in silhoutte...you don't see the damage.

How about this pic? Look at the destruction of the hills and trees. Thats our kampung house where the dirt road meets.

Wan went to the nearby Pasar Malam later in the evening with Atuk while I was asleep.

Wan showing me her photo in her MyCard.

This is what Wan bought from the "pasar malam"

...including this laksa Pa had as dinner.

By 9.15pm we were already back at our Seremban home. Its been a tiring Saturday for me at kampung running around playing.

Its early to bed for me.

See you.

Almost Weekend...

2008-04-11T00:22:00.006+08:00

Its another weekend round the corner, the 2nd weekend for April 2008.

On my way to Rantau, we saw this "BIG" guy on a small motorbike. Just compare his size and the guy on the other bike.

Later in the evening, Pa picked Ma up at her workplace. On the way back Pa stopped by Nationwide Express office at Rasah Road to pick up a package.

Its a delivery of 2 T-shirts Pa had ordered through his online photo forum called PSDC. One for Pa and one for Ma...none for me...no kids size!

"Oooo...Black T-shirt"...Ma's excited gesture.

Thats the logo on the front of the shirt.

Earlier in the evening, tragedy struck Ma's kampung again. Remember the huge durian tree that fell right next to the house in my previous blog?

This time its an old coconut tree. Atuk was in Seremban leaving Wan and I at home when we head a cracking noise followed by a loud thud. The coconut tree fell away from the house hitting the telephone and power line to the house.

This is the tree taken sometime in December 2007

And this is the same tree...now lying on the ground. Just take a look at the hollow trunk as a result of some insect pest.

On its way down, a few banana trees were also dragged along.

...including the branch of this rambutan tree.

We went back to Seremban feeling much at ease now that the coconut tree is no longer there posing danger to the house and us should anything happen.

Dishes for dinner Pa & Ma had before we left...Sambal Sotong & Ikan Goreng.

Ok bye-bye Minnie...See you tomorrow.

Arranging my CD back in the cabinet.

See you in another post.