Puteri Gunung Ledang Review

Never thought that I would watch this play for the third time. I've seen the 1st and the 2nd season of this spectacular malaysian made theatre and I dont think it's neccessary for me to see the same thing for the 3rd time.

But, one fine evening , my ex- housemate called me and asked me to accompany her to watch PGL season 3. She's been wanting to watch since 4 years ago but could'nt find the time to do so. So she made the neccessary arrangement and Walla! yes.. I made my 3rd visit to PGL castle.

The magnificient giant flower arrangement of tuberoses aka harum sundal malam , ginger flower and jasmine

As I stepped in Istana Budaya, I was welcomed by such a pleasent , subtle but very soothing scent of flowers. I looked around and saw not one but more than six giant flower arrangment comprised of White tuberoses, jasmine, wild orchid and red ginger flower to compliment the giant vase placed at the foyer to greet the huge crowd. I was totally mesmerized by the Balinese ambience that they tried to create. A part from the sweet white flowers, on the way to the staircase , there were four big urns filled with water, chrysanthemum and floating candles.. and i really felt as if I was in Bali..

the giant urn with red chrysanthemum and floating candles

my special pose with the urn ;)

A very unique yet sexy painting by local artist.. really nice!

Soo tempted to touch the handsome Tuah..

( x dapat touch org touch poster pun jadi la) hehe

Rumour has it this is going to be Tiara's last apperance as Puteri.. err Shall i replace her? ;)

In the theatre..

Though I thought I was going to dooze off while watching it , I really enjoyed watching every second of the play.. the have improved the plot, lightings. and the special effects which have made the theatre an unforgettable one. I am so proud of them. I am so proud of being a part of PGL and see the play grow so flawlessly well now. I am so proud to see a world class play produced by 99% Malaysian ( err i think Stephen is still not Malaysian rite?) I dont regret sparing my time watching it , am still very amazed with their teriffic perfomance. It is such an awesome experience to be part of the crowd and I dont mind coming again for PGL next year!
PGl- more spectacular, more mystical and more breathtaking really live up to the expectation
KUDOS Tiara!

The Humble Housewarming...

the pink and white flowers greeted my guests

(err this is my 1st attempt arranging fresh flowers so ignore the arrangement k ;)

Had such a wonderful weekend spent with people close to my heart. My sisters came over to my aptmnt during last CNY to help me out with the 'kenduri naik rumah' thingy so i decided to throw a mini housewarming party aka housewarming Part 1 ( there'll be more to come in the future coz i can have too many guests at the same time due to spatial constraint)

The yasin recital team imported from Johor

What I've prepared for my guests swiss roll n orange juice

What my sis cooked for me! marvellous rendang!

My nephews n bro in law enjoying the famous satay kajang.. my treat ;)

The Chocolate Fountain guardian Wawa n Ain

Sofea.. savouring the choc dip wafer roll.. Yummy!

It was such a simple yet memorable and very meaning ful to me.. really looking forward to have them in the house again.. it's too quiet now ;(

Sofea's story

Sofea in her Bali Mode

I received a sms frm my sis last week " Sofea g skolah harini.. bgn awal n excited sgt!" that is a pretty exciting news to me too..

Being the youngest n the only unmarried aunty, i am quite close to my nieces.. coz i've always wanted a younger sister.. and i always hope and pray if by the grace of God I got the chance to be a mother I would want my 1st kid to b a girl! y?
hmm bcoz i think clothing and accessories for girls r faaaar more variety compared to boys.. n cheaper to hehe

The girls enjoying the see saw



Generally , I have 9 nieces.. the eldest niece Nida is only few years younger than me n now pursuing her PHD in Aussie.. to me she is more than just a niece.. she's my friend, my sister, my counsellor, my soul provider , my banker hehe.. n i miss her a lot.. nantilah if i hv xtra $ i would go n pay her a visit..


My youngest niece Faten. 8 months, we lost her last Ramadhan because of Dengue Fever.. my sis tot it was just a normal fever so she just took her 2 the nearest clinic n given normal medcine 2 cure fever.. when the fever reoccur she was taken to HUKM , and warded but it was too late.. Allah loves her more.. Alfatihah to my Faten sayang..


Without Faten makes Sofea, the sister as my youngest niece.. she's only 3 years old .. but soo xcited of going to school so my sister send her to ABIM play school.. hmm seems like history repeats itself coz I also went to kindergarten at the tender age of 3! well during my time in the 70's that is pretty rare k..:)


Sofea is slightly different from other nieces coz dont know how n why but she is bestowed with curly hair! where else all of us in the family have str8 crowning glory!.. Sofea or Pia , my aunties in Batu Pahat would always call her Piah or sometimes Peah.. Her cousins would prefer 2 call her yaya as the influence of their fav tv series "Pepaya" .. and I love to address her as Ya or sometimes Sofiyaya coz it sounds cute


I hate the fact tht she is entering school.. coz sooner or later we will soon loose our little Goldilocks ..as she grows wiser she wouldnt want us to hug or kiss her publically , or do things for her, or give her piggy back anymore.. hmm most of my nieces refuse to manja2 wit me after the enter standard one.. and every single second i woud miss the daty they run to me n hug n kiss me once come out of my car.. n they would ask 1001 questions n demand 1 million things.. and as far as possible i would try to grant whatever their wishes for.. believe it or not if i say that almost 50% of my pay goes to them? coz i just love showering them with everything that they want not that my sis cant afford it.. so touched when they say " aunty jgn la kawin, nanti aunty xnak jalan dgn kitaorn, kitaorg saaaayang aunty " then give me a peck on my cheek.. hmm that is a sincere but very meaningfull utterance to me.. n they love me unconditionally..


I love them so much.. and will always do till death do us part.. even if I dont get a chance to have my own kids in the future i still have my Ain, Wawa, Sofea , Nida, Ina , Ika n Wani to love and care ;)








Faten, no longer with us but will always b in our heart!

( the photo was taken few months before Faten passed away..)

Turning Over the new leaf of 2009...

2008 left us 5 dayz ago...



and that makes us another year older, wiser and give us another 365 days to life for...



as i look back at the 365 days ago ... I am indeed thankful to Allah the Almighty for giving me the chance to sail another year..



though 2008 is not as glorious as 2007, i hope my 2009 will be more meaningful to me, my family , frens and to all of us..







I hereby would like to list down the BEST of 2008

1. I finally got the keys to my long waited apartment..

2. Joined a wonderful art-class as a therapy

3. Discovered the best Spa - Serenity Spa with amazing services

4. Went to Backstreet Boys on the VIP tickets.. really enjoyed the concert.. non stop jumping for 2 hours.. and suffer from sakit kaki the day after hehe..

5. Joined Tesl 7 ppp/ukm reunion after 10 years.. soo happy to see everybody... most of them bring kids and hubby...hmmm only me and a handful of us brought nobody but ourselves

6. By the grace of God via modern technological invention I met a lot of school friends from my past.. including those whom i havent met for almost 20 years!

7. Went to Celine Dione Concert with my best friend.. really amazed with her sweet yet powerful voice!

Wit my BFF, Zeal eagerly waiting for BSB to start at the VIP standing ring

Kevin of BSB singing his heart out ..

now everyone.., u r my fire... the one desire..believe when i say i want it that way

Hope that the Almighty restores something equally great next year..

Happy new year Everyone!

Wishing u a Fantastic january , Loveable February , Marvellous March , Foolish April , Enjoyable May , Successful Jun , Wonderful July , Independent August , Sexy September, Tastiest October , Beautiful November and Victorious December

F.R.I.E.N.D.S

With Michella and Zati, Sweet Friends I met @ Adelaide

Few years ago ,I was once asked by someone, "What 3 great treasures u posses?" and I simply answered "My family, my mere knowledge and of course my friends!".... Spending 5 years in a residential school , 2 years at INTEC ( was known as PPP/ITM during my time ) , and another 3 years in UKM has made me closer to my friends more than my own family members..thus i've shared my bittersweet memories with them through our thick and thin... I am very fortunate coz until now we still keep in touch with each other and whenever possible would sometimes spend a quality time to travel ,eat, shop, catch the latest gossip or watch the latest movie together.. and this page is specially dedicated to them :)

Zeal, my BFF , have known her since I was 18!

soon to be Dr Selin, my Adik syg.. now in New Castle doing her PHD

Playing hide and seek with Wahi, another sweet gal i met in Australia

Dining with adorable Malena, my friend's daughter

Another Hi-tea party..

Yummilicious foodie courtesy of Starbuck

A few weeks ago.. cant remember exactly when.. i received an invitation to attend Aldo's latest Boutique Opening. Hmm.. since it did't clash wit any importnt evnt or happening in my planner so grab the chance to socialize and meet new people err.. n get the goodie bag as well hehe..

Wit Puteri Sarah Liyana aka the Silky girl

( note that she is half my size , lucky she didnt look half my age!)

Handsome Amar

( err actually this is Putri Sarah's Bf.. dont tell anyone k hush..hush hehe)

Lucky girl.. looks stunning at any angles

Gorgeous Putri Sarah

Syakila.. at work

( i really envy her beeeeautifuul body people)

Had great time there.. really looking forward for such invitations in the future! well who can say no to free food, gifts and experience rite ;)

Starbuck Cheer Party 14/12/08

Me, playing santa rina

Was bz planning for my Singapore shopping trip when i received the sms from Ninie

the invites- courtesy of nini

Ninie: dear r u doing anything on sunday?



Me: Well will b in Spore on friday n saturday , will b in kl by sunday evening. Y?



Ninie: I got 2 invites to starbuck cheer party? since i cant make it i want to give them to u



me: great! love u nin ! ( me half jumping)






so i went to the party.. waited for Lyn and the famous coffee outlet then felt sad that my bestest buddy Lyn couldnt make it.. hmm

Santa n Santa Rina r singing the xmas carol

I was amazed with the hospitality of Starbuck's staff.. tq for making me feel sooo comfortable guys

my x mas gifts!

The Sparkling xmas tree

(yup, i stole one sock from this tree.. forgive me santa! hehe)

i had soo much fun , met new frens.. mr n mrs lee, yvone, kevin , shanie, i will always remember u.. tq for being such a wonderful team mate..

hope 2 c u again next year!