STF - 30 years after...

 “To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

(Alia at STF mini library, following her mother's footsteps)

Thirty years ago, we sent our daughter Sara, to Sekolah Tun Fatimah, a premier all-girl boarding school located in Johor Bahru. And today, Sara is sending her daughter Alia to the same school!

Like her mother, we hope that Alia will be able to develop well academically, gain a sense of independence, make friends and learn critical social skills.

Good luck dear Alia. We pray all the best for you...

(Alia first day of school)

(A group photo)

Bikers reunion at a wedding...

“In this life, we cannot do great things. We can only do small things with great love...” – Mother Teresa

(A small reunion of our bikers gang)

Today we attended a wedding reception in Dewan Dato Harun in Serendah, Selangor for Hj Long Zaini and Tuan Shamirul Afida's eldest son.

Many friends attended the wedding reception so it became a small reunion for the bikers gang. It was so great seeing them and touch base again. It has been too long since we last met. We were away most of the time, so we missed a few of the teh tarik sessions with them.

(A wedding reception in Serendah)

(The KKB Bikers gang)

(The lady bikers, older but wiser)

Chinese New Year open house in Bandar Utama...

“Wealth and rank are what man desires, but having contentment is the greatest wealth and highest rank...” - Confucius

(Red is the theme for Chinese New Year)

Chinese New Year is a time of joy, reflection and celebration.

For the Chinese, it is a time of renewal and new beginnings, a time to reflect on the past year and to look forward to the future. It is also a time of celebration with family and friends, a time to cherish the relationships that have been built over the years.

We are a multi-racial family of Malay, Indian, and Chinese, which means our year is filled with many joyous celebrations. Chinese New Year is always special, and like every year, my sister-in-law Tijan takes the lead in arranging our family gathering. She is a wonderful cook and lovingly prepares the main dish, while the rest of us bring along our potluck contributions. Although my husband’s brother, Shah passed away many years ago, the spirit of family remains strong. These gatherings remind us that while time passes, the bond we share will always keep us close.

(The gentlemen in the house)

(The ladies with Tijan, the hostess)

(Hubby and his siblings)

(A memory to cherish)

Family New Year Dinner...

 "The greatest wealth is having a healthy body, a peaceful mind, and the right people in your life..."

(All in the family at Chilis Sunway Putra Mall)

(Ikea Cheras, MyTown Shopping Centre))

As 2024 finishes and 2025 begins,

may we be blessed with hope,

love, safety, the best of health

& abundance of wealth...

Happy New Year!

اللهُمَّ بَارِكْ لَنَا فِي رَجَبٍ وَشَعْبَانَ وَبَلِّغْنَا رَمَضَان

Doraemon Run 2024

"Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything..." - George Bernard Shaw

This morning we were caught in the crowd in Kepong Taman Metropolitan while having our morning brisk walk.

There was a Doraemon Run 2024 event open to all ages. The event features both a 7km race and a leisurely 3.5km stroll, where participants run alongside with family and friends.

(Doraemon - The Blue Cat mascot)

(Keeping up with the participants)

(A new outlet is opening soon)

(A hearty lunch after the run)