On the day you were born... Part II

We are the Sagitarians' brotherhood. Ija, Acis and me. The day we are born into this world are only a few days apart, albeit born on different year. But we are worlds apart, in size, demeanor and style. Most of the time, we do not seem like sharing the same blood in our veins.

Ija is the third in the family and he was Ngah's favourite (she doesn't have kids of her own). He is small, unlike me and Acis, but he does things his own way. Not the most talkative (pendiam sebenarnya), or the most friendly, since he was young he showed the classic syndrome of the middle child (refer here and here). Dad brings him along with Angah to be schooled in the middle of the country, until he was offered a place in a religious boarding school for his secondary education.

He changed school afterwards to a science stream and pursued his tertiary education in polymer engineering (or something). He seems a bit cold toward the family, seeking refuge I suspect in the company of friends rather than family. He is snapped up for employment not long after graduation, not afraid to get his hands dirty in the process in getting knowledge and experience. Then when he dropped the notion that he wants to get married, we were quite shocked. He doesn't seem like the kind who dated.

He is still berat mulut to this day, but with three beautiful kids, he wont stay that way for long. Good for you, bro.

Here's to celebrating life, Uda. I wish all the best in life for you, Ina and the kids. Take care, Bro...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

On the day you were born...

We are the Sagitarians' brotherhood. Ija, Acis and me. The day we are born into this world are only a few days apart, albeit born on different year. But we are worlds apart, in size, demeanor and style. Most of the time, we do not seem like sharing the same blood in our veins.

Acis is the youngest, but since very young he displayed the promise of leadership. His name means (I think) high intelligence, and boy, was he intelligent. Anyway, he was my favourite because of the gap in age between us, means that I got the chance to babysit (and wipe and whup his ass) him when he was a baby.

He grows up quickly, were bundled off to one of the top school in the country, and became a sports star, that is until a knee injury threaten to put an end to his sporting career. But he still packs a mean defense in the paint, bad knee or not. He is gregarious in nature, and always surrounded by friends. He is affable and at times a teddy bear at heart. Wek!!

He's happily settled down now and contented with life, with his lovely wife. Good for you, bro.

Here's to celebrating life, Acis. I wish all the best for you and will never forget all that you have done for me. Thanks :)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

And light prevails over darkness

Today, Deepavali (also known as Diwali) is celebrated all over the world as the "Festival of Lights", which symbolises the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness. Hmm, if only life is that easy and good wins over evil every time :) The battle of good versus evil rages on all our life, from refusing to follow our childhood friends from stealing fruits from the neighbours orchard, helping the old lady cross the road or refraining from taking that extra piece of that moist chocolate cake, hehehe..

So, I am taking this opportunity to wish all my Hindu friends, Rohan, Pri, Vell and everyone else, "HAPPY DIWALI". May the coming year spell greater success in whatever you do, and... refrain from going over to the 'dark' side :)

An adventure of the gastronomic kind Part II

The Eid gastronomic adventure was not confined only towards the weekends, as weekdays are also not spared. Most companies/offices/businesses fete their staffs/clients and some invited guests during the weekdays. Last Thursday, one of the department in our organization held an Eid Open House (err, office would be apt I guest). The Boss, Bab, invited everybody, and in a way did put some pressure on Management as they are 'expected' to organise one for the whole organization.

Yesterday, the Main Office held its Eid Open house at one of the stadiums, from 1100 up til 1630. This would be the fourth time during my service, and the food is almost the same. But the main thing is, the event is a good social (and eating) event as we manage to meet some of our colleagues from some other agencies. I even met my future brother in law there (my sister's bf).

But as with these events where lots of foods are being consumed, it makes you wonder whether all the food are properly prepared as we did find some uncooked food. Maybe trying to cook it too fast? I have stomach discomfort last nite, and needs to be at my solitary 'throne' quite a few times. Nadz are down with diarrhea this morning and on medical leave. Hmm, could it be that its the killer 'otak-otak'?

An adventure of the gastronomic kind..

Yesterday was a busy day... especially for my stomach. With Eid just barely two weeks ago, the weekends are used to have an open house, a local tradition where relatives, friends and acquaintances take the opportunity to visit during the festive season. What is so great about these open houses? What else, the food of course.

With only four weekends in a month, the month of Syawal is filled with invitation to such events, either formally or informally (gatecrashing of course). In total, I got seven invitation yesterday, and I managed to get to five. Started at noon in KL (with Ed and bf), the gastronomic adventures continues until late at night. I even need to plan my eating to ensure i have enough 'space' left for the next house :)

Terima kasih daun keladi, Raya tahun depan ajak lagi...hehehe

ps. I would like to thank Ed, Syahrul and Ruby, Molly and Zaki, Scooby and Firdaus, Nadzrin and Ana and not forgetting Maya and family. Sorry Big, could not attend yours as it was too late to drop by.