.: Versatile Salma :.

The Versatile Blogger Award.

Beloved Sister Salma from the Sole Sisters Collective has been sweet enough to bestow me with a blog award.





The conditions of this award are that:

1. The recipient must thank the bestower of the award.

Thank you so much love!. It's very kind of you to think of me in this sense. I always thought I write nonsense most of the time. :)

2. Share seven things about self.

1. I love food. *what's new?*

2. I love food photography. *To my FB friends; there's more to come!*

3. I'm trying to make it a habit to eat on time.

4. I'm reading a lot about India and Terengganu lately. *work-related*

5. I'm still learning Chinese; seriously taking my own sweet time.

6. Insha'Allah, my cousin and I will attend religious classes together.

7. I managed to curb my compulsive obsession to purchase books.

3. Bestow the award on 15 newly-discovered, or followed blogs.

I can't possibly choose 15, so I'm giving it to everyone in my 'Noteworthy Blogs' list.

And I just realized there's another award. Aahhh~~~ Silly, silly me!

There are two (2) rules for accepting this award.

1. I have to sum up my blogging philosophy, motivation, and experience in 5 words:

I suppose this blog is a space consisting of random thoughts for literary immortality.

2. I must pass on the award to 10 other amazing blogs.

Passing this to my 'Noteworthy Blogs' list. Everyone is amazing in their own way.

Thanks again Salma. :)

11.05am Malaysian Time

.: Bear hug :.

Awarded by ...

Dearest Mina gave me this award. 


Thank you so much sweetheart! 


I pass this on to everyone else. ^^




Thanks again sis! ^^

9.37pm Malaysian Time

.: Meme away :.

My Islamic way of dressing.

Tagged by Hajar Zamzam Ismail. Thanks sis. Sorry it took me so long.

Reason is, I'm uncertain on how I should go with this post. My conclusion is, probably, I am supposed to indicate my way of dressing according to the principles of Islam. As a starter, I am extremely old-fashioned with zero fashion sense, so you are bound to read some super simple get-ups. Please skip this post if you do not want me to bore you. Sister Zamzam, I just had to pinch your format. :)

If I were to choose which one is me ...

Presently, I am mostly mini-qubeisya.

... ~ ...

At home :: 90% of the time, I'll be in "Kaftans". Sometimes, due to its length, it can double up as a broom and sweep-away the mess you leave behind during snack-time. :)

Prayers :: Always, in a white "Telekung" with some embroidery. Yes, I bring it with me even when I'm out. That should explain why I lug a bagpack. :)

Make-up :: None. I'm contented with the natural look. If I have a greasy face, I have a greasy face. If I have a zit, I have a zit. And if I have chapped lips, I have chapped lips. :)

Outside :: "Baju Kurung"

When I'm too lazy to iron it or want to save time, I will wear pants or long skirts matched with a / multiple layered long-sleeved top. :)

Hijabs :: To be brutally honest, I'm not a 100% hijabi. More of a 95%. I'm working towards it. Insha'Allah. My hijabs are normally the square scarves [regardless of the size], and rectangular shawls; with or without the pins, and brooches. I don't use any of those hijabs that you can slip on in less than 5 seconds and look wickedly smashing in it. I actually look frumpy in those.

Shoes :: Strapped-on sandals! And slip-ons! No heels! NO HEELS! And I put on socks.

Nails :: Years ago, I managed to obtain some henna, and slabbed it on my nails. Nowadays, keeping it short and clean is more than enough. :)

Perfume :: None. I'm happy with that. :)

Hair :: So far, I haven't done anything to it.

Accessories :: I wear a necklace, and a bangle. The necklace was a gift from my mum's colleagues when I was born. I've been wearing it for about 3 years now. Meanwhile, the bangle was a gift from my mum when she went for Umrah. I've been wearing it for 1 year, after I snapped the previous one. I still keep the beads though.

Colors :: My wardrobe consists of pastels, earth tones, red, pink, black or white. Nothing loud, i.e. sudden burst of summer colors. Although, I am starting to move on to other shades.

While I was searching for hyperlinks, I found out that the author for the "telekung" link is an old lost acquaintance of mine. What are the odds ...

Anyone can snitch this meme. :)

11.02pm Malaysian Time

.: Awards galore :.

To my lovely sisters.

Thank you to happily newly-wedded Mina and lovely Melissa for this spectacular blog-centerpiece.

The rules of this award are:

•List five current obsessions.

•Pass the award on to five more fabulous blogs.

•On your post of receiving this award, make sure you include the person that gave you the award and link it back to them.

•When you post your five winners, make sure you link them as well.

•Don't forget to let your winners know they won an award from you by leaving a comment on their blog.

:: Current obsessions :: *this is tough!*

1. Learning Chinese. Determination! Determination! Determination!

2. Cooking. I haven't been cooking lately. However, I keep getting recipes posted to my inbox and since Eid is 3 weeks away, that means I have 3 weeks left to bake cookies. I don't recall volunteering to make it this year, but it seems like my mum and aunt have made it my duty. Anyway, it's about time I regain my cooking obsession.

3. Memory Book[s]. Of my trip to Guangzhou and Shenzhen. I like to flip-through pages and recall things.

4. Muhammad Ahmad Zahid Al-Hafiz. I'm not obsessed with him. I'm obsessed with his Quran recitals.

5. Writing. I'm starting to have the muse to write again. :)

Awarding this to ::

1. Hajar Zamzam Ismail

2. Empress Anisa

3. Farhana

4. Hijabee

5. Umm Travis

PS:: Mina, you don't need me to remind you how fabulous your blog is. :)

And another one by dearest Mina.

I'm awarding this to everyone in my blog and followers list.

Really sorry that I haven't been cruising over to your blogs for ever so long. Google Reader tracks about 150+ of unread blog posts, therefore I am aware I am missing a lot of updates. With time, Insha'Allah.

While I'm at it, CONGRATS TO MINA, EMPRESS ANISA, HIJABEE, and MICHELLE@COFFEE CATHOLIC! Honestly thrilled with the wonderful news! You lot should pretty much know why, hence I'm not mentioning anything. :)

Lastly, my heartfelt gratitude goes to the both of you.

Thanks Mina and Melissa! ^^

10.41pm Malaysian Time

.: 8 things meme :.

Tagged by Hajar Zamzam Ismail.

Thanks sis. I am tremendously sorry for the delay.

8 things I am looking forward to:

1. 24th July :: Seeing friends.
2. 25th July :: Flying to Guangzhou, China.
3. 1st August :: Flying back to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
4. 3rd August :: My sis's birthday. *what kind' a spasms am I gonna thrill her with this year???*
5. 22nd August :: Ramadhan.
6. 20th September :: Eid.
7. 31st August :: National Day.
8. 18th December :: New Year.

*Tentative dates applied for all.

8 things I wish I could do: *this is fun*

1. Understand the whole Al-Quran ul Karim.
2. Become a much better person every single day.
3. Swallow medication like normal people do.
4. Eat spicy food without suffering later.
5. Be more sensitive to other people. *Seriously lacking on this one*
6. Not think so much.
7. Add in more time in this lifetime.
8. Help more people.

8 things I love:

1. God.
2. Family.
3. Friends.
4. Food.
5. Sleep.
6. Casual strolls.
7. Observing.
8. Learning.

8 things I did yesterday:

1. Napping. :P
2. Blog.
3. Catch up on other blogs; read and comment.
4. Photo editing.
5. Reorganized files.
6. Analyzed data.
7. Tried to bridge a generation gap, screwed up mid-way although things worked out eventually.
8. Communicated with my good friend for close to 1 hour. She still thinks I'm goofing around.

8 Shows I watch: *Bah~ I don't watch TV!!!*

1. The Grim Adventures of Billy and Mandy *Biiilyyy~!!!*
2. Pucca. *she cracks me up*
3. Anjakan Paradigma Bersama Dato' Dr. Fadzilah Kamsah *a local production discussing Islamic issues*
4. ...
5. ...
6. ...
7. ...
8. ...

8 people that I tag:

Consider yourself tagged if you're reading this. Kindly let me know if/when you've done it and I will add the reading part in my list of to-do things. :)

It's a beautiful Sunday.

8.42am Malaysian Time

.: Tag .:

Tagged by Ash Mazelan.

1. Do you think you are hot? - Never. I'm cold-blooded. :P

2. Upload your favourite picture of you.

3. Why do you like that picture? - Aesthetic appeal I guess. :)

4) When was the last time you ate pizza? - Ermm ... last month?

5) The last song you listened to? - 爱的主旋律 by Genie Zhuo Wen Xuan and Xiao Gui.

6) What are you doing right now besides this? - Uploading pictures in Facebook. :)

7) What name would you prefer besides yours? - None. I'm grateful with my present name(s). :)

8) People To Tag :
i. Ms. Unique
ii. Asmi
iii. Kak Chik
iv. Sister Farhana
v. Ummi

9) Who is number one? - A lovely sister whom Insha'Allah I shall meet in 5 years time. :)

10) Number three is having a relationship with? - Her husband. :)

11) Say something about number five? - She's staying in my motherland. :)

12) How about number four? - The epitome of sweetness. :)

13) Who is number two? - Recently got acquainted to her. Brilliant girl!

Smashing couple of months ahead. :)

9.34am Malaysian Time

.: Inspirational words :.

Continuation to Asma’s tag.


Honestly, I am thrilled with this tag, albeit I am rather uncertain on what is expected from me. Judging from Asma’s post, I reckon I need to list down words that are inspirational to me, hence I give you those words, 10 in all in no order of importance.

• Sincerity in the extent of opening oneself to another, in doing things without expecting a reward.

• Believe in God, your beliefs, yourself and having the courage to believe in others and the things that they strive for. The sincere belief that one has on oneself or to another, leads to hope to carry on.

• Acceptance of the good and the worse, taking it together instead of singling one from the other. Sincerely believing and accepting that the good complements the worse and vice versa.

• Willpower to attempt the impossible, with earnest effort coupled with belief along with absorbing the outcome of it. Where there’s a will, there is a way.

• Optimism, even when the going gets tough. For every affliction, there is a possible solution to it. The path is embellished with roses and thorns. Believe that you can overcome it.

• Persevere under any circumstance. The wait may be insufferable, but the result is worth the entire wait. Behaving over dramatic and surrendering to prejudiced advances will not solve things. The young and the reckless, not.
  

• Compassion towards the needy, the old, the young, to mother earth herself. That is the trait that keeps us grounded, above all, humane.

• Silence that speaks in its own language. Not as a silent treatment, but knowing when it is time to relent. Perhaps wars can be avoided if people will just keep silent, listen and feel the compassion.

• Life is temporary. The life we have now is a transit section before heading on to the hereafter. We only have one shot to make it right; thus kindly have a bullish life and for crying out loud, do not thrash it. Life is what we make out of it. Aim for a good one, strive for it, and make the change yourself.
  

• Love, similar to kindness is the language understood by all. While it crosses boundaries and possesses the ability to move the heavens, mountains and the seas, it can also withstand the challenges throughout the passages of time. Love empowers a filial child to implore to God for the goodness of his/her parents, it is the sole reason why a woman will hold on to her abusive marriage, it is the one sacred feeling that everyone seek from another and it has the optimum force to change the course of one's life.
  

The world is where I find my loved ones … if they no longer exist, neither does the world …

On the whole, these were taken from a chat log memory I had with a friend not long ago. We were discussing on a few issues, whereby one thing led to another and we ended up having this conversation. I paraphrased and summarized the points into a succinct paragraph to illustrate the words I had listed above. I didn't give much thought when doing this tag, practically prosing the essential aspects that ran through my mind so it may not be treated in a tactful manner. Then again, my meticulousness may bring about possible amendments.

Friend:: How can you remain positive?

Me:: Because with sincerity in doing things, I learn to accept the ups and downs in life in which optimism beckons me to move forward, to persevere underneath the pure madness life has to offer and to continue to have absolute belief that the things that I will for, will happen. Sometimes, when things get too heated up, silence can speak more than words can ever do and when it comes to providing compassion, the whole process repeats itself with love.

Similar to the previous tags, steal this if you favor it. :) But do let me know, so I can enrich myself with your perspectives, and perhaps gain a generous amount of wisdom from it.

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Before I end this, did I mention tomorrow is a holiday here? It is! Woohoo~! Tonight, I'll be catching up on Vampire Knight [the anime] Season 1 and Season 2, experiencing the ultimate anime marathon that I have not had for nearly a year! ^^ Zero~! Zero~!

素晴らしき世界!

Mass post churning ends. Pheew~!

10.15pm Malaysian Time

.: I believe that I can :.

Courtesy of Asma.

The tag requires me to write 5 things that I believe I am able to do in life …

• Lead the life that I want. *a living proof of it*

• Become a better person. *striving towards it*

• Be sensible, levelheaded and positive at all times. *optimism... good riddance to the entire negative chi clan*

• Be there when someone close to me needs me the most. *I will make time and find a way to get there*

• Be everlastingly grateful to Almighty God for the ups and downs. *Alhamdulillah*

Anyone can do this tag. Feel free to snitch it away. :)

Tomorrow is Labour Day!

9.22pm Malaysian Time

.: Special thanks :.

To my beautiful blogging sisters.

Ms. Unique for the 'Companion' and 'One Lovely Blog' Award. *Aww~ sweets!*

Kak Chik for the 'Beautiful Girls' Award. *crikey!*

Keeping with tradition, I shall pass these delightful awards to the lovely people in my list. And brothers, I'm sure there is a 'girl' in you, somewhere. :)

Next tag. :)

9.08pm Malaysian Time

.: You are it :.

Tagged by Ash Mazelan.

Bold the statements that are true to you. Italicize the statements that you wish were true. Leave the fibs alone. Then, tag 5 people to do the same test.

• I'm 170cm tall.
  
• I don't know what I want at the moment.
• I'm not happy.
• I hate my friends.
• I hate my life.
• I hate my grades.
• I can drive. [only automatic]
  
• I'm bored of driving. [thankful for the efficient public transportation!]
  
• I have a white handbag.
• I love dancing. [traditional dances]
  
• I go clubbing every week.
• Shopping is bullshit. [frugality issues]
  
• I have a tattoo of a star.
• I got my navel pierced.
• I have friends that take drugs. [medicine is a drug]
  
• 90% of my friends smoke. [this might be true, but out of respect they do not smoke in front of me.]
  
• I still hang out with my ex, even though our break up was nasty.
• I'm studying fashion.
• I have a business running.
• I hate cartoons.
  
• I hate someone.
• I have 10 Lollipop handbags. [what's a lollipop handbag?]
  
• I buy CLEO every month.
  
• My parents don't know about my blog.
• I have an iPod. [I prefer to eat my apple]
  
• I don't have faith in the current "one". [eh]
  
• My schoolmates know about my blog.
• I wanted to be a fashion designer.
• I love emo rock bands.
• I hate it when people cancel last minute meet ups.
• I'm a rebel.
• I don't believe in love.
• High school's filled with drama.
• My parents have faith in me.
  
• I've bought shoes this month.
• A blogger bitched about me before.
• I hate sports.
• I heart Italian food.
• I hate meeting new people.
• I hate nail polish. [only had it once and I hate it for life]
  
• The mother bear gives me hugs.
• People should start appreciating me.
• High school was the worst time of my life.
• I have red hair. [this would be interesting]
  
• One Utama is my second home.
• I'm a guy. [this would be interesting too]
  
• I'm scared of my Biology exam which I'm going to face tomorrow.
• I hate vacations.
• I believe in long distance relationships.
  
• I'm going to get high and smoke weed soon.
• I've robbed an old lady.
• I'm starting to like applying make-up.
• I was a tomboy.
  
• At times I think I still am a tomboy.
• I love bitching about people behind their backs.
  
• I still have a best friend. [...]
  
• I have a cat.
  
• I hate surprise parties. [In reality, I do not exhibit exemplary 'surprise' traits ... I'll have a blur look, say "Ohh ..." and that's it]
  
• I hate planning parties.
• I'm hot.
• I'm a sinner. [aren't we all?]
  
• I've got a DS light.
• I have a Wii.
• I can live without music.
• Video games are a waste of time.
  
• I miss the father bear.
• I love being in love. [ ... coughs ... ]
  
• I know how to cook. [I love food]
  
• I have 100% freedom. [but I clip my own wings]
  
• Boys are assholes.
  
• I hate Math. [not when it comes to governing my finances]
  
• I'm happy with what I have. [Alhamdulillah. :)]
  
• I love horror films. [care to recommend some good ones?]
  
• I slept in my parents' room for 3 days after watching Scream when I was a kid. [I actually laughed at Scream ... psychotic behavior?]
  
• My old friends keep in touch with me. [Hail technology advances!]
  
• I don't read newspapers.
• The news is such a waste of time.
• Blogging is a waste of time.
• I hate animals.
• I can't live without make-up.
• I curse like a pirate.
• I'm happy with my 11 year old car.
• I hate people that are smart.
• I love Orange juice.
• I can't drink for nuts.
• I believe that everyone in their teens have lost their virginity.
• I've got a new phone.
• I'm going to get a new pair of shoes by the end of this month.
• I love swimming. [I can't even float or do a wimpy dog paddle!]
  
• I haven't worked out since March. [make it forever]
  
• I think I'm fat. [seems like only my face is becoming rounder]
  
• I love my friends and family. [:D]

Tagging anyone that reads this. :)

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I broke away from my gaming addiction 4 years ago. The only console I still have is Gameboy Micro. Work made me put a halt in this area, along with my anime and manga dependence. Mum, upon knowing this drastic surety gave the impression of exceptional delight. The beauty is, afterward, I start to see and appreciate the little things that I had failed to notice beforehand. Like taking casual strolls, speaking to a neighbor, listening to the jibber jabbers from the birds, chasing the pesky squirrels, or having breakfast.

On the final point, I intend to reword it as "I love my family and friends"; in order of importance. Family here is not restricted to blood ties. If I say 'You will always have a family in me', that radical statement brings tremendous weight. One that will ultimately change my course in life, if need to be. And as weird as it may sound, I have a ranking system on how far I will go for someone.

The beginning of another great day.

10.30am Malaysian time

.: 10 random facts :.

About Me.

Tagged by ipv6. I indulge you, in some rubbish about myself. :P

1. Six names you go by:

1. Hajar.
2. Haja.
3. Hajjar.
4. Hajah.
5. Aja.
6. Ja.

People often have problems pronouncing @ remembering @ writing my name. It gets worse when they try to write it in Arabic or Jawi.

2. Three things you are wearing right now:

1. Hijab.
   
2. Pashmina.
   
3. Baju Kurung.
   

3. Two things you want very badly at the moment:

1. Can I stop here?
   
2. Like really, can I end the tag like right now?
   

4. Three people who will do this:

1. Ms. Unique
2. Sketchedsoul
3. Miss Ash

5. Two things you did last night:

1. Cooking.
   
2. Sleeping. :P

6. Two things you did today:

1. Cramping @ cramming engineering jargons.
   
2. Due dilligence.
   

7. Two Things you ate today:

1. Nasi Lemak. [Rice cooked in coconut milk, normally eaten with anchovies, sambal *chilli paste*, cucumber and boiled egg] - I need the fat.
   
2. Tang Yuan. [Glutinous rice ball in sweet soup] - I need my sugar.
   

8. Two people you last talked to on the phone:

1. A brother from Al-Diwan. *Arabic classes postponed to next week*
   
2. My former colleague.

9. Two things you are going to do tomorrow:

1. Insya'Allah, going over to my cousin's place for a get together with family prior to her brother's wedding ceremony.
   
2. Feign ignorance when relations speak of marriage. *coughs*
   

10. Favourite beverage:

1. Lukewarm plain water.
   
2. Hot plain water.

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Over at Kak Chik's place a short while ago. Apparently, she thinks my blog is fab, hence I'm accepting her award. Gratitude by the masses goes to her. :)

In conjunction to this, I'm giving this award to the other lovely blogs on my blog roll. Every single one is distinctively remarkable, whereby listing them all here will only exclude the noteworthy mentions for the future ones.

Thus the tag ends.

10.34am Malaysian Time

.: Award :.

Lost for words.

Had a few minutes to spare, browsed a couple of blogs in a jiffy and ...

Waahey~!

Halfway through thinking that she can't prolly be more outrageously lovely than she already is, a pleasant surprise lurks in the tremendously humble Sister Hijabee's entry. Plainly put, she got me bowled over. *as if you haven't done enough with your massively insightful posts* Gosh~! The things I can rave about you. If Sister Mina didn't award this to you ahead of time, I'm positive scores of us will. :)

Loads of gratitude for including me in the honours list. ^^ Finding myself to be rather undeserving for it. *Cool and me apparently don't walk together ... haha~* Sis will find this bit of news hard to digest. LOL.

Whilst I'm still exhibiting excessive levels of euphoria, and keeping in with the tradition of sharing the blissful occasion, I must nominate 10 uber cool blogs. * bah~ that's absurd!* Every single blog reveal coolness in its own way. Aih~ Unfortunately, I still have to. There are bound to be reiterations from previous nominations. Needless to say, I'm amplifying the coolness effect that your blog has on people, particularly me.

Hijabee :: Need I say more? Kudos to our Hijabee in DC!

Mamamona :: Love how she posts her days in Egypt. The stuff that she does with her sweet little angels always leave a pleasing feeling inside.^

Empress Anisa :: Possess the flair to create articulate, well-expressed stirring posts. Dear sister, please prioritize in getting the internet connection before unpacking your stuff. *joking!*

Umm Travis :: Her tea break thoughts coupled with spectacular photos are the very things that perk me up in any given day. :)

Miss Unique :: If I knew you before I went for Hajj, I would have made it a point to meet you in person. Surely a beautiful soul exists in you sis. Posts chock-full with notable reminders back-to-back.

Hajar :: She has the cutest bundles of joy~! *squeels* Reading her posts on her happenings with them is owh-so wonderful!

Yoli :: Another sister with equally cute kids! *bah~ I'm starting to sound like a ninny.* It's always a delight to read her entries. The inspiring poems, quotes, paintings ... extremely uplifting!

Sister Farhana :: One of the first lovely sisters that I know. Awesome book reviews along with updates on the ingenious noble projects that bring forth immense benefits for the well being of others. Glad to know you're back sis. ^^

Miss Ash :: Within her lies a pivotal role in unleashing that thriving poetess. Blimey! Your posts shock me, in a good way. All the best for your major exams! ^^

Lisa B :: A picture speaks a thousand words. Quite cliché. Spend some time to go over her blog, captivated in the glorious picturesque compositions as seen through her lenses. ~

To the ones not mentioned, it doesn't mean your blogs are any less inferior. As said earlier, each blog has its own distinct significance, and every one is cool. However, I do admit that I am being partial by not mentioning any blogs by brothers. The sisterhood in me is just screaming for attention. *kidding* For more cool blogs, the links are listed in here. :)

Lots of love from your Asian connection *quoting Hijabee*.

10.02pm Malaysian Time

.: My favourite things :.

The Sound of Music.

Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens;
Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens;
Brown paper packages tied up with strings;
These are a few of my favorite things.

Cream-colored ponies and crisp apple strudels;
Doorbells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles;
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings;
These are a few of my favorite things.

Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes;
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes;
Silver-white winters that melt into springs;
These are a few of my favorite things.

When the dog bites,
When the bee stings,
When I'm feeling sad,
I simply remember my favorite things,
And then I don't feel so bad.

Tagged by 2 wonderfully superb sisters, Hijabee and Ms. Unique. Thanks! ^^

If you've been tagged you have to add one more favorite thing to the end of the list:

This has got to be the most toughest tag I've ever done simply because I try not to have favourites, therefore I'll list out the first thing that pops into my mind. There may be moments of shilly-shallying ensuing blank or nonsensical answers. Kindly bear with me. :)

Favourite colour: Sky blue.

Favourite perfume(guys): I don't smell guys ...

Favourite perfume (girls): I don't smell girls either ...

Favourite pj brand: I doubt it even has a brand. :P

Favourite clothes brand in general: None. I normally wear the Malay traditional Baju Kurung. It's the only thing that I wear that will not get me mistaken as anything, but Malay. A follow-up post coming up later. :)

Favourite person in the entire world: My dad.

Favourite country: Malaysia. Patriotism.

Favourite car: RC cars. *I'm still a kid ... coughs*

Favourite sport: Walking is a sport.

Favourite sport player : Lee Chong Wei. Malaysia's pro badminton player.

Favourite spot in America: No idea. Never been there.

Favourite animal: Hamster. *My brother once said if you squeeze a hamster, its eyes will stick out. I refuse to allow him to go anywhere near my hamsters. Presently, I have no more.*

Favourite movie: Secret, The Secret That Cannot be Told.

Favourite singer: My dad. :)

Favourite day in the week: Friday.

Favourite time of the day: Morning.

Favourite holiday season: Monsoon season. *we have a tropical climate*

Favourite number: 21

Favourite food: Mum's cooking.

Favourite chocolate: Don't make me choose. Please.

Favourite cartoon: Bleach. *it's an anime*

Favourite blogger: Ms. Unique *Love the poetry pieces* :)

Favourite Flavour Ice Cream: Noo!!! I really can't choose!

Favourite Mobile Brand: Sony Ericsson.

Favourite name: Fa'ad. *it's my brother's name. as in my real brother.*

Favourite hobby: Sleeping. :)

Favorite room in my house: The guest room.

Favourite Fruit: Persimmons.

Favourite fictional book: Alice in Wonderland & Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

And I add ::

Favourite flower: Baby's breath.

Tagging Kak Chik, Ihssan, Ummi, Hajar, and Redanna. Update, 4.45pm :: Extended to Miss Ash.

To the others, feel free to join in the fun. ^^

9.55am Malaysian Time

.: Honest scrap :.

10 random things about me.

I was tagged by the ever so lovely Miss Ash and Ms. Unique. Both tags had different headings, albeit the mechanism is similar.

a) first list 10 honest things about yourself - and make it interesting, even if you have to dig deep!
b) pass the award on to 7 bloggers that you feel embody the spirit of the Honest Scrap.

Spoilers :: I'll be repetitive and the honest facts are basically FAQs that I've gotten from readers. :P

1. I'm from Malaysia. Being somewhat specific, I'm residing in Kuala Lumpur. No, I don't live in a jungle.
2. I have yet to grasp the ways of consuming medicine; tablets, capsules, the likes. Yes, I still bash 'em up. No, it's not cute.
3. There are no fabrications in my writings. If you correspond with me, there are no fibs either. My rational is, why lie when you can choose not to say about it. Besides, what's the point of making up stories when Allah S.W.T knows everything.
4. I have done some pretty stupid and crazy stuff. Hajj made me rethink on my actions, thus I'm making amendments as time goes by. As I told a friend, I can be no angel but I'm just trying to make myself a better person.
5. The only accessory I use is my spectacles. Without it, I'm lost, literally.
6. I hate heels.
7. I also hate make-up.
8. I love food. :)
9. Friends and family still hold my hand when I want to cross the road.
10. Figuratively, I'm old. Haha~ Friends and family think I should really act my age. I like to say, I possess the leisure pursuits of an old hag. ^

Passing this to Erin, Hajar, Heryanti, Yoli, Solace, Kakchik, and Empress Anisa.

Anything else, will have to wait.

10.15am Malaysian Time

.: 100 things :.

Feeling tagish.

Got this from Strangerinthisdunya's blog. Realized that I'm usually the one being tagged, so I thought perhaps I could do a reverse.

Rules :: Basically highlight stuff that you've done. :)

1. Started your own blog
2. Slept under the stars
3. Played in a band
4. Visited Hawaii
5. Watched a meteor shower
6. Given more than you can afford to charity | Insya'Allah in future.
7. Been to Disneyland
8. Climbed a mountain
9. Held a praying mantis | I held a grasshopper ... they're relations, right?
10. Sang a solo
11. Bungee jumping | Trying to get friends to go for it. So far, none. :(
12. Visited Paris
13. Watched a lightning storm at sea
    
14. Taught yourself an art from scratch
15. Adopted a child | Thought about it.
16. Had food poisoning
17. Walked to the top of the Statue of Liberty
18. Grown your own vegetables | Tried, and failed. Someday I might try again.
    
19. Seen the Mona Lisa in France
20. Slept on an overnight train
21. Had a pillow fight
22. Hitch hiked
23. Taken a sick day when you’re not ill
24. Built a snow fort
25. Held a lamb
26. Gone skinny dipping
27. Run a Marathon
28. Ridden in a gondola in Venice | my aunt yelled from the pier insisting I hold on to it for dear life. My brother said "It's ok, if you fall ... I'll save you!" with gondola guy singing in the background.That, did not help.
29. Seen a total eclipse
30. Watched a sunrise or sunset
31. Hit a home run
32. Been on a cruise
33. Seen Niagara Falls in person
34. Visited the birthplace of your ancestors
35. Seen an Amish community | Interesting.
36. Taught yourself a new language
37. Had enough money to be truly satisfied
38. Seen the Leaning Tower of Pisa in person
39. Gone rock climbing
40. Seen Michelangelo’s David | I was too young to remember what I saw. Remembered my sis saying it's art. I said it's eww. Did a quick google and yeap. Still say it's eww. I feel sick. *to art enthusiasts, sorry for not being able to comprehend it. just too artsy for me.*
41. Sung karaoke
42. Seen Old Faithful geyser erupt
43. Bought a stranger a meal at a restaurant
44. Visited Africa
45. Walked on a beach by moonlight
46. Been transported in an ambulance
47. Had your portrait painted
48. Gone deep sea fishing
49. Seen the Sistine Chapel in person
50. Been to the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris
51. Gone scuba diving or snorkelling
52. Kissed in the rain
53. Played in the mud | And get spanked from mum?
54. Gone to a drive-in theater
55. Been in a movie | I was in the news, does that count? :)
56. Visited the Great Wall of China
57. Started a business
58. Taken a martial arts class
59. Visited Russia
60. Served at a soup kitchen
61. Sold Girl Scout Cookies | I do the buying. :)
62. Gone whale watching
63. Got flowers for no reason
64. Donated blood, platelets or plasma | Can't. :(
65. Gone sky diving | Mum will freak out. Lemme get done with the bungee jump and we'll see from there. :)
66. Visited a Nazi Concentration Camp
67. Bounced a check
68. Flown in a helicopter
69. Saved a favourite childhood toy
70. Visited the Lincoln Memorial
71. Eaten caviar
72. Pieced a quilt
73. Stood in Times Square
74. Toured the Everglades
75. Been fired from a job
76. Seen the Changing of the Guards in London
77. Broken a bone | Superman made me do the jump. I was 6.
    
78. Been on a speeding motorcycle
79. Seen the Grand Canyon in person
80. Published a book
81. Visited the Vatican
82. Bought a brand new car
83. Walked in Jerusalem
84. Had your picture in the newspaper
85. Read the entire Qur’an | Alhamdulillah.
86. Visited the White House
87. Killed and prepared an animal for eating | Killed and prepared an animal for dissecting. Yes.
88. Had chickenpox
89. Saved someone’s life
90. Sat on a jury
91. Met someone famous | in my eyes, my dad is famous. :) but yeah, I have met real ''famous' people.
92. Joined a book club
93. Lost a loved one
94. Had a baby
95. Seen the Alamo in person
96. Swam in the Great Salt Lake
97. Been involved in a law suit
98. Owned a cell phone
99. Been stung by a bee
100. Read an entire book in one day

Tagging Ms. Unique, Hijabee, Lazeena, Hajar, Redanna, Miss Ash, Globe Trekker Diaries, and whoever that feels like doing it. ^

Will be out and about for the next couple of days, hence no posts. Insya'Allah there'll be one on the eve or during the 1st day of Muharram.

Many many cheers to all!

3.15pm Malaysian Time