Kak Long and Aidan
Zade, Aidan and I by the beach at Pangkor
Mia, Zade and Aidan at breakfast
The long wait for the ferry at the Pulau Pangkor jetty
At the zoo
The three stooges
Before Kak Long and Aidan's departure
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Family Reunion
Kak Long and Aidan
Zade, Aidan and I by the beach at Pangkor
Mia, Zade and Aidan at breakfast
The long wait for the ferry at the Pulau Pangkor jetty
At the zoo
The three stooges
Before Kak Long and Aidan's departure
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Hari Raya Aidiladha
This year we celebrated Aidiladha in Gombak. It's usually a low key event, but it was good to be with family and eat lots of raya food. Kak Long was around which made it even better. Too bad we didn't get to take lots of pics cause couldn't get everyone together at the same time. But I did managed to get a few.
Danial, Zade and I
Danial and Zade
Nenek, Kak Long and Aidan
Danial, Zade and I
Danial and Zade
Nenek, Kak Long and Aidan
Monday, December 8, 2008
Vacation @ Sari Pan Pacific Jakarta
Our family and parents in law went to Jakarta for a holiday. I bought tickets online earlier in June when MAS was having a zero fare sale. We only had to pay for the airport tax and fuel surcharge which came to less than RM400 per person. Then I went ahead and booked accomodation online after doing some research. I booked two rooms at the Sari Pan Pacific for three nights at about USD100 pernight.
We left Seri Putra around noon on the 3rd December. Stopped by WARTA Bangi to changed more money and bought lunch. Then went to Dengkil to pick up Papa and Mama. We arrived at KLIA at around 3pm and left Malaysia around 4 pm. The flight was ok but it was a bit small and crampy. After mealtime, everyone took a nap except for me and Zade. The flight was about three hours, and finally landed in Jakarta around 6 pm (Jakarta time).
Outside the departure lounge
Zade and Grandpa inside the departure lounge
Zade and Papa in the departure lounge
Snooze time
Zade just loved sitting by the window
A rep from Sari Pan was waiting for us at the immigration counter holding a placard with my name. He took us to baggage claim and ushered us outside. We waited a few minutes for our pickup to arrive. It was a Toyota Kijang otherwise known as Innova here in Malaysia. We arrived at the hotel about an hour later. It wasn't very far but the traffic was bad.
We had to go through security as we entered the lobby. Not a very good first impression, but then again it showed that the security at the hotel is tight, which I guess is a good sign. Anyway, I went to the reception to checked in. Since I've booked rooms on the Pacific floor, I was able to checked in faster using the special check in counter. The receptionist then invited us up to the Pacific Lounge for cocktails. The bellboy helped carry our luggages and showed the rooms. We had to use the key card to get to the Pacific floor where our rooms are located. I was surprised to see my room. It was actually a suite with a living area and a kitchennete. The interior was tastefully decorated. I've stayed at the honeymoon suite in Pan Pacific Kuala Lumpur, but it is nothing compared to this.Tried to keep my cool, as I don't want the bellboy to think that we're some hillybilly.
Then we went up to the Pacific Lounge. They had a huge spread for a cocktail. It was more like dinner. We we're told that kids under 12 can't be there after 6pm. Since we have Zade with us, they will send the food to our room. I find that is better, as we could enjoy the food and chit chat in the comfort of our room. We choosed the food and ordered our drinks. About 15 minutes later, it was send to us. Yummy. Now we don't have to worry about going out for dinner as the cocktail is provided each night for those staying on Pacific floor.
The spread
Danial eyeing the food
Dining area
Living area
Zade and I
Danial and Zade
The next day we woke up early and had breakfast at the Pacific lounge. The food was ok but the spread was not big probably because it catered only for three floors. Anyway we enjoyed it as there were not many people and it was quite relaxing. After a breakfast we waited for a driver but he didn't show up. We finally left the hotel around noon and headed to Mangga Dua. the mall was packed with people and merchandise. There were handbags, luggages, clothes, toys, food everywhere you turn. I bought a few blouses, telekung and kerepek. After lunch we head back to the hotel. After dinner we went to Sarinah Dept Store which was across the street from the hotel. I had a discount coupon from the hotel which was great. I bought a few t-shirts and a pair of shoes for Zade. We stopped by Starbucks on the way back. Then we chit chat while finishing the coffee and desserts that we took from the lounge earlier.
When we woke up the next morning, I realized that Zade didn't look like himself. And after breakfast, he got worse. He had a temperature and was crying. I decided to stay with him at the hotel and told Danial to take his parents to Tanah Abang. I felt disappointed as I really wanted to shop there, but no point in ruining everyone's fun. Zade had a good rest, though he didn't really recover till we got back to Malaysia. I ordered soto from room service for lunch. Danial came back a few hours later. He bought a jubah for me and a Doraemon outfit for Zade. I know he felt bad leaving me and Zade but I told him that it was ok. We decided to go to a mall nearby before dinner. We found a Krispy Kreme store and I bought a few dozens to take home.
We went home the next day. The flight home was much more comfortable as we were on a bigger plane. The food was also nicer. At KLIA, Danial showed me the new COACH island store. I only wanted to browse around but I saw a gorgeous bag on sale and couldn't resist. I bought it and was on cloud nine. The holiday ended on a high note for me.
We left Seri Putra around noon on the 3rd December. Stopped by WARTA Bangi to changed more money and bought lunch. Then went to Dengkil to pick up Papa and Mama. We arrived at KLIA at around 3pm and left Malaysia around 4 pm. The flight was ok but it was a bit small and crampy. After mealtime, everyone took a nap except for me and Zade. The flight was about three hours, and finally landed in Jakarta around 6 pm (Jakarta time).
Outside the departure lounge
Zade and Grandpa inside the departure lounge
Zade and Papa in the departure lounge
Snooze time
Zade just loved sitting by the window
A rep from Sari Pan was waiting for us at the immigration counter holding a placard with my name. He took us to baggage claim and ushered us outside. We waited a few minutes for our pickup to arrive. It was a Toyota Kijang otherwise known as Innova here in Malaysia. We arrived at the hotel about an hour later. It wasn't very far but the traffic was bad.
We had to go through security as we entered the lobby. Not a very good first impression, but then again it showed that the security at the hotel is tight, which I guess is a good sign. Anyway, I went to the reception to checked in. Since I've booked rooms on the Pacific floor, I was able to checked in faster using the special check in counter. The receptionist then invited us up to the Pacific Lounge for cocktails. The bellboy helped carry our luggages and showed the rooms. We had to use the key card to get to the Pacific floor where our rooms are located. I was surprised to see my room. It was actually a suite with a living area and a kitchennete. The interior was tastefully decorated. I've stayed at the honeymoon suite in Pan Pacific Kuala Lumpur, but it is nothing compared to this.Tried to keep my cool, as I don't want the bellboy to think that we're some hillybilly.
Then we went up to the Pacific Lounge. They had a huge spread for a cocktail. It was more like dinner. We we're told that kids under 12 can't be there after 6pm. Since we have Zade with us, they will send the food to our room. I find that is better, as we could enjoy the food and chit chat in the comfort of our room. We choosed the food and ordered our drinks. About 15 minutes later, it was send to us. Yummy. Now we don't have to worry about going out for dinner as the cocktail is provided each night for those staying on Pacific floor.
The spread
Danial eyeing the food
Dining area
Living area
Zade and I
Danial and Zade
The next day we woke up early and had breakfast at the Pacific lounge. The food was ok but the spread was not big probably because it catered only for three floors. Anyway we enjoyed it as there were not many people and it was quite relaxing. After a breakfast we waited for a driver but he didn't show up. We finally left the hotel around noon and headed to Mangga Dua. the mall was packed with people and merchandise. There were handbags, luggages, clothes, toys, food everywhere you turn. I bought a few blouses, telekung and kerepek. After lunch we head back to the hotel. After dinner we went to Sarinah Dept Store which was across the street from the hotel. I had a discount coupon from the hotel which was great. I bought a few t-shirts and a pair of shoes for Zade. We stopped by Starbucks on the way back. Then we chit chat while finishing the coffee and desserts that we took from the lounge earlier.
When we woke up the next morning, I realized that Zade didn't look like himself. And after breakfast, he got worse. He had a temperature and was crying. I decided to stay with him at the hotel and told Danial to take his parents to Tanah Abang. I felt disappointed as I really wanted to shop there, but no point in ruining everyone's fun. Zade had a good rest, though he didn't really recover till we got back to Malaysia. I ordered soto from room service for lunch. Danial came back a few hours later. He bought a jubah for me and a Doraemon outfit for Zade. I know he felt bad leaving me and Zade but I told him that it was ok. We decided to go to a mall nearby before dinner. We found a Krispy Kreme store and I bought a few dozens to take home.
We went home the next day. The flight home was much more comfortable as we were on a bigger plane. The food was also nicer. At KLIA, Danial showed me the new COACH island store. I only wanted to browse around but I saw a gorgeous bag on sale and couldn't resist. I bought it and was on cloud nine. The holiday ended on a high note for me.
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Papers and Meeting Deadlines
So far this balik kampung trip is not looking too good. I'm still working on my AIAA and AIAC13 papers. Just can't wait to get this over with. I have a week left before I need to submit them to my supervisor. I can put on hold the preparation for my presentation till I get back from my short vacation in December. I'm just so thankful that Mama's lending me hand. I just can't get all my work done in time without her looking after Zade. Tick tock, tick tock.
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Zade's 1st Birthday
Today marks a milestone in Zade's life. He is one year old today. It felt like only yesterday I first held him in my arms. We had a lovely time celebrating this wonderful day with family in Gombak. I ordered a Thomas cake and lamb mendey for this occasion.
Zade and Grandma
Thomas birthday cake
Singing the birthday song and cutting the cake
Time to open up the presents. Thank you to aunties and uncles, all the neneks and datuks and also unyang.
Zade's a happy boy
More presents to open
Playing with firetruck
Zade and Grandma
Thomas birthday cake
Singing the birthday song and cutting the cake
Time to open up the presents. Thank you to aunties and uncles, all the neneks and datuks and also unyang.
Zade's a happy boy
More presents to open
Playing with firetruck
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Balik Kampung
The day that we've been waiting for finally arrived. We're going back home to Kuala Lumpur. Mama is going back for good, and Zade and I will be there for two months. Its a working holiday for me. I have two more papers due in November and a conference in December.
We had a very pleasant journey on board a MAS flight. The flight attendants we're very nice and helpful eventhough we travelled economy. I would say that the service was not very much different than flying bussines class. The only thing you're missing out is the extra food served on proper china and the reclining chair. Anyway, it was good enough for me. However, travelling with a toddler can be quite a challenge. Keeping him entertained was not an easy task. He only took an hour's nap during the flight. I must remember to travel at night next time.
In the cab on the way to the airport
Zade surrounded by luggages before check-in
Zade on the plane
Not an easy task to keep him entertained
We had a very pleasant journey on board a MAS flight. The flight attendants we're very nice and helpful eventhough we travelled economy. I would say that the service was not very much different than flying bussines class. The only thing you're missing out is the extra food served on proper china and the reclining chair. Anyway, it was good enough for me. However, travelling with a toddler can be quite a challenge. Keeping him entertained was not an easy task. He only took an hour's nap during the flight. I must remember to travel at night next time.
In the cab on the way to the airport
Zade surrounded by luggages before check-in
Zade on the plane
Not an easy task to keep him entertained
Saturday, October 4, 2008
Eid in Melbourne
This year, I celebrated Syawal with Mama and Zade in Bundoora. It was low key but great fun and not as tiring as it would be back home in Malaysia. We cooked the traditional dishes such as rendang daging, ayam masak merah, kari kambing, nasi minyak, nasi himpit, kuah kacang and lontong. We also managed to bake some cookies and cookies. On the 1st day we just ate raya food and took some pics. Zade looked rather handsome in his baju melayu.
On the second day, I invited my friends from uni over to celebrate eid with us.
Later in the evening my neighbours in unimews came over. Zade was happy having his friends over. We all had fun eating and talking all nite.
Niza was not around the first week of Syawal. When she finally came back from Sydney, we invited her and Qistina over for raya dinner.
On the second day, I invited my friends from uni over to celebrate eid with us.
Later in the evening my neighbours in unimews came over. Zade was happy having his friends over. We all had fun eating and talking all nite.
Niza was not around the first week of Syawal. When she finally came back from Sydney, we invited her and Qistina over for raya dinner.
Sunday, September 28, 2008
New Oven and Cornflakes Shortbread
My new cute lil oven.
Butter n sugar.
Batter.
All in neat rows.
Zade eyeing the batter.
Bake in the oven for 12 minutes.
Golden cornflakes shortbread.
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