Sahur kita... yum yum yum
Friday, August 13, 2010
Eventhough its already the fourth day of fasting, I have yet to break my fast with my immediate family. Instead my secondary family or should I call, my boys are my becoming more like my primary family. Taking care of their sahur and break fast have made me more appreciative of my mother for preparing for my sahur and break fast. All sort of acts you can witness. One of it is, boys' diagnose with ADHD finally sitting down quietly with their back slouched, boys who tends to either increase the brushing of teeth and/or going to the toilet. Anyway boys will be boys, just need the patience to be with them and guide them, insya'Allah.
Updates on HaNa preparation to marriage,
- Like in the movies or series on television,"Hajat kami ini besar, hendak memetik bunga di taman." On the 1st of August 2010 (Sunday), Hakim's family went over to Nadia's house to mark the start of our marriage process. The merisik session was filled with introduction of members from both families. The engagement date was set on the 25th of December 2010 (Saturday). The ceremony ends with a stumpous meal cooked by Nadia's side,
Nasi Beryani.
The adat merisik (asking ceremony, or more literally 'spying custom') is the traditional Malay system for arranging marriages. When it is time for a young man to get married, his family will look around to identify a number of potential brides. Nowadays, the man might suggest to his family who he would like them to consider, and it may be that a romantic link already exists between the man and woman. Having decided upon one particular woman, the merisik, or investigation process, takes place.For this ceremony one or more representatives (wakil) of the man's family pay a friendly visit to the family of the woman whom they have in mind as his potential bride. The visit is purely for the purpose of further investigation, and it gives the visitors the chance to see the woman. A hint will be given to her parents regarding the purpose of the visit, and their reaction will be assessed. The woman's parents may also give the visitors some idea as to whether or not their daughter would be interested in the match. The merisik does not constitute a formal proposal. Following the visit both sides can begin to think more seriously about the possibility or otherwise of a marriage.
On the 8th and 9th of August 2010, the quirky couple attend the marriage preparation course at Masjid Al-Istighfar. Its a full day course which starts at 9am and ends at 6.30pm. The speaker was well versed in the Islamic teachings and as well as secular idealogy. Learnt several points that can be of used for their future planning. Updates on the course will be published on the next post.
HaNa Signing off @
2:27 PM
Its been awhile
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Yeahness to photobucket for finally re-activating our account.
Let me publicise a new post before the peeps at blogspot remove our account for being inactive. The year 2010 brings a new meaning to both Hakim & Nadia. Hakim make a big move to the social service industry. I can still remember the first few days where working as a Rehabilitation Officer (Management & Welfare) at Singapore Boys' Home brings uncertainties to me. Luckily there was Nadia, brings comfort and motivation to me... So thanks Dear! Two weeks before, pamper myself with a new gadget, IPhone. Now there's no reason for me not
to update this space with my humble thoughts.
As for my Nadia, been busy managing her schedule with class and tray full of assignments. Jia Yo Shona... You are nearly there. I'll be there supporting you.
This space will also be filled with new updates and countdown to our new life... Insya'Allah.
24th April 2010- Tepak Sireh (Potret Chinta)
28th December 2010- Engagement of HaNa
10th June 2011- Solemnization of HaNa
HaNa Signing off @
9:06 AM
First entry from ITouch
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Its been awhile since this place have been updated. Both Hakim and Nadia have been busy with their daily routine. An example of their daily routine are;
Wake up to a day with full of hopes and surprises.
Go to work happily ( Just like spongebob,"I'm ready, I'm ready")
Sadly punching out as the next part of the day awaits.
Meeting new people in the train/bus as they goes to school.
Work their medula oblongata for two hours.
Meeting up with fellow Singaporeans again.
Reached Home, and cant wait for tomorrow.
Hahaha... Sorry for the sarcasm, didnt meant to, doing just like my therapy requested, "think positive sure helps."
HaNa Signing off @
10:20 AM
Road Trip
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Day: Friday
Date: 22/05/2009
Decided on a weekend driving experience.Booked with Nadia's cousin rental company, which cost them $120 for the weekend. After work, both meet up at Ubi to collect the car and payment for the car follows. A grey nissan sunny was presented to them. With Nadia behind the wheel, off they went to pick up Nadia's sister, Amira, at Kallang MRT Station. Bearing in mind that,"Its OK to be slow, as long as you reach the destination safe," Nadia cruise along Geylang's Road. After fetching Amira, off they went to Ubi Driving Centre to handover gifts to those who have played a part in teaching Nadia. Their final destination for the day was Nadia's Aunt's place.
Day: Saturday
Date: 23/05/2009
Both Hakim and Nadia woke up particularly early today, as Hakim need to fetch Nadia since she's attending her workplace Sports Day. After the event have finished, both head back to Nadia's place. The initial plan was to drive around Singapore, however, Nadia was down with fever. Spent most of the afternoon resting, it was only in the evening that they start driving again. Together with Amira and Suhada'(Nadia's cousin), they head off to Bugis for dinner, where they had a hearty meal at Pastamania. After they had performed their Maghrib prayers, they make their way to the Amphitheather, Vivocity. Both Amira and Suhada' were busy clicking pictures and splashing water at the reservoir, while Hakim and Nadia just laze around. Soon it was time to go back.
Day: Sunday
Date: 24/05/2009
Start their day by sending Nadia's dad to his workplace at Changi cargo Complex, then fetching Nadia's mum from Sengkang Library. Later in the afternoon, including Nadia's mum, Ain & Friend, Amira and Suhada, make their way to Marina Barrage. Its a first for everyone. Set ourselves at the Green Roof, soon we were having 'milk shakes' which was intially ice-creams. Watching people playing kites kind of excite both Hakim and Nadia. The thought of trying one kindle, but they didn't have one. With the support from Nadia, Hakim went to search for shops selling kites. After searching for a few minutes, spotted a souvenior shops selling kites. After paying the cashier for the kite, Hakim jogged his way up to the Green Roof, and presented the kite to Nadia. Spent half of our time there playing kite. It somehow rekindle our childhood moments.
Price of the Kite: $18.00
Playing kite togther: Priceless.
HaNa Signing off @
6:49 AM
Alone....
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Mood: Blank
Oh my God, its only 4 days and Hakim is missing Nadia already. Haiz, wondering what she's doing right now. Blogging while listening to
'Touch My Hand' by David Acrhuleta doesn't really help smoothen the withrawal sympthons. Yes... I not sure why I'm listening to this gayish voice.
Nadia is away on a 2 week trip to Mecca & Medinah, Saudi Arabia with her family. She'll be back on the 29th of June. Just hope the days pass by very fast. Well, while she's away, Hakim will be going on an expedition to conquer Mount Ophir/Gunung Ledang together with his collegues, Aidil, Affan and Fadly. Yupes, time for some real adventure instead of sitting in the office getting papercuts.
Let's move back to last to the time we left off...
The month of April is a good month for those who want to pass their Traffic Police test. Hakim passed his Traffic Police Test on the 14th of April, while Nadia passed her's on July 28th. Arrived Ubi Driving Centre quite early on that day, the weather doesn't seems to help at first as clouds begins to collide one another. Soon a slight downpour follows. Nadia went for her warm-up ...
HaNa Signing off @
8:26 AM
Sugar Coated
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Enjoying a box full of donuts...
Haiz seriously don't tend to get myself overweight but the sight of it really make my knees wobble. Sugar coated, Chocolate coated, Strawberry coated, which one should i sink my teeth on first. Yes... let me try the ChocoPeanut coated first, come to papa, my precious!
While I'm munching let me recap what have happened in the past....
29th December - Dearie's Birthday, got herself a Sony Ericsson Experia.
30th December - HAPPY 3rd Year Anniversary. More to come, for sure... Insya'Allah
1st January - CPGAiport officially shifted to a new location, TechView Building, Kaki Bukit
9th January - Apply for our not so dream house, Punggol Regalia.
February - Punggo Regalia result was annouced, our queue number was, H0836. What the tut?
2nd March - Hakim bought himself a new phone, Blackberry Bold 9000. Realised that he have made a risky move upon purchasing the phone, what to do.
19th March - Received an invitation from HDB regarding Punggol Regalia.
The gagdet couple, one with an Experia another with a Blackberry. So if you upon seeing a couple sitting at McDonalds/Starbucks/CoffeeBean, busy surfing the internet by using their phones, well that must be them.
Time have been getting faster and faster, for the past 9 months being part of the team that constructs airports was my life other than my family and dearie of coz. Spent nearly 5 months taking SBS service 29 early morning just to get to werk. Now its either 59 or 8, and you have to fight for your seat.
Both Hakim and Nadia went to apply for their not so dream house. Haha... if you want to know whats their dream house, hmmm, lets just say its located in Sixth Avenue. Haiz the high life... Okay lets come back to earth, both decided to apply for a 4-room flat instead of the initial 5-room. Guess, social worker + child interventianist would be able to fork out the intial 10%. After waiting for nearly 1 month, the result for the balloting was published, they were put under the waiting list and there's 200 peeps infront of them. I agree, its a slim chance indeed. A few weeks after that, HDB invites them to chose the units they prefer.
What to expect in a few months time,
28th April - Nadia's Traffic Police Test
15th June - Nadia's performing Umrah
HaNa Signing off @
6:03 AM
3 Years and going for more...
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
3 Years and going for more...
Today marks 3 years of HaNa (including this blog). Sorry for the quietness of the blog. Busy removing the cobwebs from the wallpapers. Yesterday was
Nadia's 22nd birthday. Since it was her day,
Hakim went to fetch her at Sengkang. Their first stop was Dhoby Ghaut, as she need to submit her assignment and make some payment for her degree program. After all the administrative stuffs completes, they make their way to the Starhub shop at Plaza Singapura. After getting their queue number, 7042, they get a seat and wait patiently.
Nadia keeps asking
Hakim why is he looks boring, when in actual case he was just watching the show 'Son of the Beach' featured on the Tele there. They waited for almost an hour before their number flashes on the screen. It was there that
Nadia got the shocked,
Hakim is buying the Sony Ericsson Xperia for her Birthday.
.... Continues....
HaNa Signing off @
11:08 PM
.... Continues....