SHAISHA

Spinach Fatayer

2012-01-13T00:55:00.000+04:00

Winters always make you hungry….however, there are times when you have certain food that you want to eat but don’t have specific ingredients.
So, the only option I usually end up is to see what I have! YES! I have too many vegetables on hand. We had done twice weekly vegetables stocking from Abu Dhabi market, it’s an insane stock, mentang2 murah kan maka suami ku yang sememangnya suka makan sayur borong sebeban.
What do you think I should do with a kilo of spinach and a half kilo or so of tomatoes? I hate very much of bazir membazir ~ haram kan. I kind of knew immediately what I wanted to do to save them from being rotten. Normal procedure is to soak and wash. Most of the tomatoes will be made paste and freeze up. Jangan tak tahu….ini untuk kuah Arabic food.
For the spinach half of it I will make ‘spinach fatayer’(lebih kurang mcm roti bun inti bayam, tapi ini bayam musim sejuk bukan bayam melayu~ malay spinac).Meaning they will take most of the space in the freezer.
Time malas ini membantu….which would be good to serve at lunch or anytime for meal.

Jangan ingat tidak kenyang…cuba tenguk recipe di bawah ini, penuh berkhasiat.

Cara membuat inti:

500gm bayam. Diracik kasar.

2 biji bawang besar serdang. Diracik bersegi.

2 cawan isi buah delima,

1 1l2 cawan kacang walnut pecah kasar.

2 sudu besar minyak zaitun.

2l3 cawan jus lemon.

1 sudu besar sumac

Gaul semua dalam mangkuk, biar 5min supaya sayuran agak kecut dan mesra bahan. Kemudian letak dalam tapis untuk keluarkan lebihan jus lemon rasa kan masam masin sesuai dengan cita rasa anda. Kalau terlalu basah susah nak tutup doh dan jus akan keluar ke dulang pembakar. Bakar 20min atau perang warnanya doh.

Dan sayur salad (below picture) ni…apa tah namanya sedap juga, I experiment it with the mixture of generous amount of tomatoes, some onion, sumac, white paper, paprika, walnut, salt and lemon juice for the sour taste.

Bersiar Siar Bersama Ibu Bapa

2011-12-23T22:57:00.000+04:00

Walaupun ibubapa ku yang akan tiba sini…seperti biasa lah kan…sebagai isteri yang mahu menjadi kesayangan Allah swt, segala2nya ku serahkan kepada suami. Kali ini suami bercadang untuk memberi hadiah package honeymoon kepada ibubapa ku.Juga sempena ulang tahun kami yang ke 6. Pada mula memang bingung ku memikirkan…soal honeymoon. Suami punya idea…hemmm kelakar juga mulanya ku dengar atau dia memang nak buat lawak. Dia cakap, “we watch them from a distance….let them just be together everywhere…..let them have dinner at a romantic atmosphere, but of course I will settle all the bill….” Then he paused, but before I could say something more sensible, he then continued, “I think that the best thing is to give them a nice one room hotel apartment and one for us. I want to take them at the buffet dinner and introduce them some delicious Arabic food”. Ku ikut aje …kamu yang membayar……hehehe (excited ).

Tiga minggu sebelum ibubapa tiba di sini kami begitu sibuk mencari hotel apartmen sekitar Dubai dan Sharjah, yang bertempat di depan laut. Kami meminati satu tempat di Dubai dan satu di Sharjah. Kedua dua cantik berhadapan pantai dan laut.tetap kami kena buat pilihan satu, maka sudah tentu memang pasti suami ku berpendapat Sharjah lebih sesuai darisegi kedudukan dan lebih easy on the pocket.

Namun ada jug hotel yang murah di Dubai ni sekitar 300dirham semalam. Tetapi musim panas terik kemungkinan ada offer sehingga 200dirham untuk 2star hotel…pasti bilik kecil sempit hampeh! lokasi pula… congested! Kalau..hotel Apt. pula 1bilik 400dirham. Abu Dhabi jangan cakap la…memang tak mahu dia kurang dari Dubai. Dahl ah kami nak sewa selama 9 hari.Jadi paling sesuai Sharjah la… pun hanya 10km dari pusat bandar ke Dubai dan dari hotel ke Dubai Airport .

Al maklum lah kan kami kan duduk di Ghayati, wlaupun dalam daerah Abu Dhabi perjalanan adalah 380km ke Dubai…..

Hari yang ditunggu telah tiba….kami terlambat sehingga ibubapa ku menunggu di luar selama 7minit, sebab dah lah bertahun tahun tidak menggunakan Dubai Airpot beborak borak pulak….apa lagi tersesat termasuk simpang salah. Tiba di Airport suami ku ke pintu -passengers arrival, ku pula sebelah tempat melihat luggage arrival. Tidak sampai seminit ku mendapar panggilan dari suami ku menyuruh keluar segera kerana dia telah bertemu ibubapa ku. Oh… seronok…Alhamdulillah….bisik hati ku sejuru melihat ibubapa yg kelihatan ceria sambil berbual bual dengan menantunya yang sedang menolak troli yang mengandungi tiba buah bag itu. Seperti biasa asal bertemu pasti berpeluk cium tanda kasih saying cinta abadi, masa tu perasaan semula jadi anugerah Allah ~gembira bertenaga~ walau pun ku baru balik dari Malaysia dalam sebulan seminggu lalu.

Setiba di Apartment ibubapa hanya makan buah buahan yang telah sedia terhidang atas meja; kerana telah kenyang dalam penerbangan MAS yang sememangnya mewah dan sedap makanannya, katanya dan saya setuju kerana sudah tahu. Kami tidak kemana kerana mereka tiba jam 5.50 petang waktu maghrib, dalam perjalanan ke penginapaan selama 30minit itu pun sudah gelap baik saja memulakan pagi di tepi pantai esok pagi….lagi pun baru jam 9malam mereka dah kelihatan seperti menahan ngantuk. Ku berusaha untuk pertahankan agar mereka tidur sedikit lewat dengan menghidangkan air kopi sambil rancak berborak pun juga sempatan mereka menjeling jeling pada layar tv yang pertontonkan rancangan tentang Islam berbahasa inggeris yang agak asing bagi mereka namun menarik dan informative. Setelah jam 10.30malam kami suamiisteri meminta diri untuk ke penginapan kami….dan meningalkan mereka berdua duaan seperti hari2 yang kami lalui…

Setiap hari kami keluar bersiar siar, bersuka ria dan makan minum. Alhamdulillah bapa ku yang berusia 76tahun tiada masalah dengan makan minum kerana semasa kat syurga dunia dia di Seremban mesti mahu makan nasi, nasi memang sedap babe, nak nak masakan mak lak tu…Haa…sepanjang dua belas hari di sini hanya empat kali aje makan nasi….. mereka siap cakap, “…kita mesti enjoy dengan makanan negara yang di lawati….kat Malaya mana nak dapat original punya masakan Arab”. Kami suka berkunjung ke buffet resturan, boleh buat banyak pilihan dan tak menjemukan.

Kami banyak sangat berjalan kaki….sambil beli belah sana sini….sekali sekala bila salah seorang agak penat kami duduk minum,makan ais-krim atau bergambar, lagak kami seperti pasangan muda mudi, hem…bila lagi….Dah setengah malam baru kami balik…merehatkan otot2 sambil minum dan tenguk Tv hingga…bantal memanggil melambai…..kami….

Sepanjang dua belas hari itu, ibu bapa hanya sempat singgah ke rumah ku 3hari 2malam aje…maklum lah…Al Ghayati Al Padang Pasir. Nasib baik sempat juga ku menunjukkan bakat ku memasak Kousa Mahshi( nasi sumbat arab) Nasib baik mereka suka….berbaloi ku berjam2 kat dapur. Hari sabtu pula puasa hari ‘Arfah’. Berbuka tepi pantai lah pulak ‘nasi mandi’ dah siap beli bungkus, berserta minuman laban sesuai dengan nasi ini~Arabian style…seperti biasa selagi belum setengah malam tak balik….

Kebtulan malam itu angin cuaca sgt baik sehingga sayang nak balik cepat jadi kami merayau2 ke teempat lain…..tiba di rumah jus delima menjadi pilihan sambil menonton tv, tetapi ku di dapur menyiap kan bahan untuk buat nasi goring atas permintaan abah yang sudah kerinduan dengan sarapan nasi goring, mak pula apa2 pun ok…tak da masa nak rindu2………hee…..

Selepas selesai sarapan ….kami bersiap untuk berangkat ke Sharjah…..

Kebanyakan tempat di Dubai telah di lawati, kini kami bersiar siar di Sharjah dan tempat paling jauh dari rumah Ghayati kami iaitu hampir 500km, itunlah dia….Ras AL Kiamah. Tempat tu biasa2 aje. Cuma di kelilingi bukit bukau dan gunung ganang di kawasan terpencil. Kami hanya bersiar siar di taman bergadapan laut,kemudian pergi restorant Arab dan pulang dengan kenyang.

Beberapa kali kami beli belah, tukang bayar suami ku…sehingga naik segan mak nak membeli….satu hari di pusat beli belah waktu maghrib, suami dan abah menuju bilik solat…mak pulak sambil memegang tangan ku berkata, … “haa dik biar mereka pergi dulu, jom cepat kita pilih baju mak ni dan bayar sebelum laki kau datang, kang tak berbelanja pulak duit yang kakak dan adik2 ko bagi ni”.Lalu ku beri cadangan pada mak…. “Mak…memang tak bulih habis duit yang dia orang bagi tu…sebab masa ini aje peluang kita shopping tanpa laki dik, jadi…jalan terbaik tuka aje Dirham dengan ringgit dengan dik”. Tetapi mak berpendapat sebelum terbang dia akan bagi aje Dirham kepada ku. Dan ku okay aje…sebab nanti kalau ku pulang Malaysia akan ku belikan apa2 yang patut ah! Kekadang ku bergurau … “mak bila lagi nak ngetuk menantu ni… ini lah peluangnya…” Tapi..mak tak suka ku cakap macam tu…katanya, "hish…I’m not like that, please la…ko ni buat malu je…kok didengar kat orang”.

Mak dan abah malu segan, apa tak nya sebab tambang ke sini dan segalanya ditanggung oleh suami ku.

Pada suami ku terima kasih bebanyak bukan kerana hal belanja2 saja, malah selalu melayan mereka dengan baik….siap buatkan air lagi… Alhamdullilah….i am grateful, thanks to Allah.

Amboi! panjang pulak cerita ku ini semacam melepas geram dah lama tak berblogging. Dahl ah, kan ku singkatkan cerita panjang jadi pendek.

Bagaimana dalam list kegembiraan mereka menyatakan saat paling bermakna adalah… solat berjemaah berimamkan suami ku, puasa hari Arafah dan iftar di taman tepi laut, juga membaca Koran bersama2 waktu pagi. Macam mana pula dengan anda ?

Jalan2 semua tu biasa aje lah….kan…

Last Few Hours Before Leaving for Abu Dhabi.

2011-09-27T21:02:00.003+04:00

First thing in the morning must go to Sunday pasar tani market to buy sweet water fish (tilapia),udang galah (hot sweet sour shrimps +belacan) for my last lunch at parents home. Not forgetting burung puyuh....though they have it at Abu Dhabi market but all are frozen. kesum leaf, kantan flower, young ginger and galangal are in my list. Macam nak masak benda2 ni....seperti tahun2 nan lalu....daun kunyit,daun pandan dan serunding dah setahun duduk dalam freezer!! Sebab sebab terjadi begitu adalah kerana terlupa dan tidak tahu masa mana nak makan... sebab kat sini....masyallah....alhamdulillah.....benda yang nak dimakan dan benda nak dimasak beratur atur.....mungkin pada orng lain makanan yang dimaksudkan itu tidak menyelerakan dan tak sedap! Itu lah maksud ku “makanan timur tengah”....senang dan tidaklah ku seorang yg makan....kalu masakan kari2 atau traditional malay cusine teruk lah kita seorang yang menghabiskan. Why not make life easy doing simple things, isn’t it. Yet it is delicious and healthy.

At 10.30 the same day, I wandered around the garden looking for some necessary leaf to bring back. But the mango tree distracted my attention. It seemed to be like someone was having fun, as i walked closer I saw our house helper on top of the mango tree with the assistances of my sis in law. I am very trilled seeing they got packed of mangos in three plastic bags. It was Sunday...everybody was around; lucky enough my siblings’ got their shares to enjoy the mango with their families. I took a few as my hubby doesn’t eat or like mango! Thank you so much to my father who had planted the mango trees.

pokok belimbing dan jambu air tepi jalan aje....

My mind kept busy thinking what more to carry back while I was organizing my luggage.... hah! Daun limau purut and chilli padi...Who else could I asked for....if not my younger sister.... Later she came with that things plus buah belimbing (hubby’s favourite). Ok I’m done!! I will not want to think what bring what not.....wasting my time and drive me crazy.

It was asar time, i will take wuduk , hopefully be able to save until magrib and isyak. At 16.45 everything was ready, that i could just relax chitchat with uncle Razak, his wife, and my sis parents in law. At 17.30 fasten sit belt in brother kamal’s car to precede KLIA. That was of course after hugging and kissing everybody. His wife was acting wisely allowing me seating in front with my brother as to our convenience chatting. Nobody tears....dah biasa kena tinggalkan dan kena pergiiii....At the other side, heehehe..someone exciting waiting for me......

Upon finishing check-in as usual rushed to Pusrawi Pharmacy to buy my herbs...Mengkudu~Cap Petani. I bought 6 bottles. I really need it to warm-up body in the air-con especially in winter to come. Jangan tidak ketahui, tak tahan sejuk badan ni...boring jeee.... The mengkudu is very good for the blood circulation as well.

At 20.30 Etihad Airways as usual on time, ready to take off....Pejam celik pejam celik dah tiba...Abu Dhabi. Alhamdulillah, at 22.20 arrived Abu Dhabi. A few minute later I am in the owner of a car that missed me terribly....we arrived at Ghayati home at 1.40am. i had been so sleepy and tired of the entire journey........at that time sleep was a preference activity of all things in the world.........

Rezeki Bulan Ramadhan

2011-08-15T23:37:00.000+04:00

Buah tengah mencelah antara hijau kuning, ini sehari sebelum puasa.

Kebanyakan orang suka Ruthab macam ni ~dua warna dan setengah lembut setengah keras.

Tapi kekadang I prefer whole yellow colour, its crunchy......Heh, boleh memilih...maklum lah belakang rumah.

....sehari dua jadi lembut sikit camni....lama lama jadi kurma atau tamar ,warna dark brown. Tamar dan Ruthab banyak jenis, yang kami ada adalah jenis kualiti terbaik. Itu lah rasanya....masyallah....
Banyak pokok2 tamar tepi2 jalan dan taman rekasi dekat sini ada lah kualiti rendah sikit lah...sebab dulu2 kami selalu juga berhenti tepi jalan (kesian....) utuk memetik buah ruthab ni. Masa tu tak da nak komplain....ok juga. sebab kalau tidak sedap kami cari pokok lain yang merata ditanam sana sini kat Emiryah ni,terutama di sekitar AbuDhabi. Memang ada dijual kat kedai...sedap...mcm kat rumah kami ni, masallah nya selalu kehabisan.....frust jek....Haaa tapi..jual kat supermarket besar je, tempat kami ni...sorry...tak pernah nampak! Nasib baik sekarang boleh makan sepuas puasnya, yang best pulak tu dia datang pada bulan Ramadhan. Mana tahu tahun depan tidak duduk sini lagi....

Nampak tu suami ku....memetik ruthab untuk santapan pertama berbuka puasa. Setiap petang dia cuma petik 14 biji. tujuh biji seorang. Sebenarnya tuan rumah ni kawan dia...dah bagi green light untuk petik dan makan buah buahan sekeliling rumah sewanya ini. Alhamdulillah.

nasib baik semua pokok tamar ini rendah2 belaka,kalau tidak susah juga nak pakai tangga. Nak ambil buahnya bukan boleh pakai galah,tangkainya liat, dah tu buahnya macam anggur rapat2.

Ini pokok limau, ditanam antara pokok tamar. buah pun masih hijau.

pokok Delima..kelihatan buah buah warna merah, yang nin kami tidak kesah. kat kedai akan melambak pada musimnya....besar lagi sebesar kepala beruk...

Pemandangan belakang rumah....

WoW ! Mango Mango

2011-07-23T00:25:00.001+04:00

No more surprises to see mango tree with big fruits on this dessert area beside my house! Well….just that Abu Dhabi and some area in UAE have its blessing land, the fact that all land are desert, dry and extreme hot weather in summer and rain is scarce

I don’t complain about the increasing temps and humidity when I found mangoes beside my house and at my local grocery store. They’re in the season thus.. affordable to have it with a meal and as my breakfast much as I like !!!

I do not like when a mango is overly mushily ripe, I love when it is sweetish, but is still firm and has a tiny touch of green. Most Asians like the unripe or the small green mango, very nice to eat with spicy pepper dipping sauce. Mother sometime cooks the unripe with curry or dalca, emm….Yummy.

I have experienced that the nutritional value of this tropical fruit makes good for my eye disorders. And scientific studies have shown it is good for hair loss, heat stroke, prickly heat, diabetes, bacterial infections, sinusitis, piles, indigestion, constipation, morning sickness, diarrhea, dysentery, scurvy, spleen enlargement, liver disorders, menstrual disorders, leucorrhea, and virginities

Surprised me the small mango is the most expensive than the other two. The biggest name ‘Raja Pura’ (1^st choice. ) considered being expensive, but not. From my experienced I think it’s depending on where you purchase them. I bought the Raja Pura for AED 5.70 per kg from Abu Dhabi Mall. The green small is AED9.40 per kg, and the pakistani yellow mango colour is AED 7.00 per kg, from a Mall at the Musaffah area, estimation 40km from Abu Dhabi.

Birthday Party

2011-07-16T15:09:00.001+04:00

Last night we attended our neighbor one year son’s birthday party. Macam biaasa perempuan lelaki berasingan tempat, demi keselesaan dalam context hiburan.

Ku tidak ketinggalan menampilkan kecantikan ku namun tidak terikut atau berlagak seperti perempuan arab yg berpakaian….ala ala minah ‘GRO atau Call Girl’ seperti pemandangan di Kuala Lumpur waktu antara senja sehingga subuh mendatang. Sememangnya pun tidak ada dalam senarai dalam alamari baju. Ye…lah pun tidak pernah pulak terfikir nak membeli baju sexy~tak nak lah pun…..

Rambut ku dandan berserta makeup paling tipis , pakai skirt with black socks and nice sequin blouse. Dah siap…. pakai tudung longar longar sikit sebab takut rambut penyet diikuti dgn jubah overlap, gara2 senang nak buka sebaik saja pintu rumah ditutup. Nasib pada malam itu tiada angin…..kalau tidak melayang tudung ku….

Suasana pada malam itu meriah……Cuma dua orang bukan berbangsa arab. Seramai tujuh orang ada lah isteri jiran tetangga yg paling rapat antara satu sama lain, saling bertukar tukar makanan dan masakan. Siap boeh pinjam anak untuk buat main~dah penat dan dah nak merenget anta balik…….daku la tu…..

Kalau di Malaysia suka karoke, sini tidak, mereka suka tari menari.ku pun suka menari juga….. J Lagu padang pasir pulak….ahhhh ku ikut suka lah…asal ada happy!J

Makanan pulak ……banyak yang berkeju dan bersusu…membuatkan aku muak, maka teringat lah pulak mangga muda kat rumah….tapi setiba di rumah jam 1.05 pagi dah teramat kenyang dan ngantuk siapkan diri untuk tidur lebih baik! Nanti nak bangun solat fajr tak lah liat dan seksa. Mintak dijauhkan penyakit liat itu sebelum diseksa di sana!!

Next day birthday boy knocks on our door as I open ….he jumped in while his mama was walking to throw rubbish at the garbage container and left him with us after I promised to send him back.

jumping with joy on the couch with hubby beside him watching TV.

Cuti dan Kerja

2011-07-05T22:44:00.004+04:00

Apabila cuti lebih dua hari…mula errr..…kami memikirkan mana nak lepak lepuk, tak kan taknak keluar dari WRAD (western Region ofAbu Dhabi). Sebab summer heat ni kena rancang betul2. Selalu at this time will be gone to Malaysia…. But now planned had changed due to situation and location, not be able to go back every 4 or 5 month. Just to reach airport takes 2hrs instead of 20minit like we used to. Now…imposible for him to live alone (brother and friends not around anymore) like kera sumbang ~ balik office not like before……L

The worth part is that all hubby’s swimming buddies had been terminated ~ kes cam ni slalu sbb nak bagi kerja pada penduduk tempatan, laki ku Alhamdulillah kekal di tangga kedudukannya , nasib baik ada hikmahnya org kat sini malas belajar lama2 n susah2. Mat2 unta ni xsuka blajar penin2 kepala. Maknanya tu kan….tak de la….local yg bergelar ‘engineer’!! kat sini.so, tak dpt ganti kerusi laki ku tu….insyallah. Cuma sorang engineer tak aktif diberhentikan. Lagi sibuk la pulak laki ku kena cover keja dia. Kerja dgn Gov. dan semi-Gov kat Adhabi ni, mmg ramai yg suka sbb gaji banyak cuti pula jumaat sabtu. Cuti Raya haji seminggu! Tapi, expatriates jangan berangan dpt kerja lama2 sini.Kalau ada local habis belajar atau minat nk kerja di kedudukan kamu…..siap kamu….Actually hubby pun tak minat nak lama2 kerja sini sbb, administration tak terurus dgn baik, plus tak challenging. Sewaktu Dubai dilanda kerisis economi, ramai telah kehilangan perkerjaan termasuk laki ku, yang sempat relax dua bulan sehingga dia dipanggil berkerja di temat sekarang ini….

Sejak awal tahun ni kebanyakan project mahu di kurangkan (may be lesson from Dubai) menjadikan kerja tidak banyak lalu package istemewa utk pekerja di kurangkan. Sedihnya…. Toyota 4W yg amat selesa itu telah tiada lagi untuk kami berseronokan atas gelombang padang pasir. Sabar je…la…. Eh, never forgot to say …..Alhamdulillah…. I am grateful to have what I have now…..happiness, iman, youthful, healthy and so on.

Ok tak kisah la tu, meh jeguk dr tingkap bilik ni....wokay......nice view, bawah sinu ada gelanggang tennis.

“It looks nice to swim……” he said. Then.....

after a few minute I saw him….ready to swim….

Disappeared for while….nowhere to be seen!

Ok spotted him now in the white circle.

O boy …he was having fun swimming alone.

Ok kembali pada topic cuti 3hari, kata putus……apa lagi laki ku mesti mahu penginapan wajib ada laut,( gambar atas) alamatnya…..hotel yang sama sejak dulu2 lagi. First time we found it from the web and discovered interesting places around the hotel. 1^stthe sea, 2^nd walking distance to his friend flat, 3^rdclose to the Mall and shops. Later I found a sweets shop that sell nice kunafa (Arabic dessert), but so far nobody can beat my Nablus neighbor. Her kunafa is very very nice and tasty....….

Next day we went lunch with our friend together with his twin tall handsome sons

Everybody looks sleepy after heavy lunch. Sorry I was busy eating and also don’t quite like portray restaurant’s food, except if given free or discounted meal.

Cadangan ku nak bergambar di luar sana….tapi bila teringat mereka ni size ala2 gergasi dgn tingginya…..hahaha…kesian lah nati laki ku mcm pendek dan kecil….gambar pun tak cantik kan…..tak balance…...

Grouper Fish

2011-06-19T20:22:00.006+04:00

I was sooo excited seeing a large 4.5 kg grouper when hubby showed to me, after it had trapped in his cage lay at the bottom of the sea. First time he got more than 2kg grouper. As for this summer season catch a big fish is a bit tough, thus high price.

I have no problem cleaning the fish as long as I have my gloves and other tools.

To cut off the head I used jigsaw kind of knife (pisau gergaji mata halus) and medium size sharp knife for the fillet. Bone and the rest will be made soups.

4.5kg grouper

I have no problem cleaning the fish as long as I have my gloves and other tools.

To cut off the head I used jigsaw kind of knife (pisau gergaji mata halus) and medium size sharp knife for the fillet. Bone and the rest will be made soups

2kg grouper

With this gloves to settle the fish.

Grouper meat cooks up very firm, with big flakes and holds its moisture better than what I know to other fish. (Huh, like fish expert…)

Probably the two most favorite ways to cook Grouper at Malaysia restaurant is steaming or deep frying (smaller in size) it. Other ways you can cook Grouper is to poach, bake, broil and sauté. It makes an excellent soup which we have it almost every day in small bowl together with other food.

As a fillet I like to coat with ground almond instead of breadcrumbs or egg and flour.

Damp the fish fillets on top of a plate covered in the ground almond, sprinkle a little more on top, turn them over until all is coated and put them in a frying pan with butter and olive oil to sauté about 4 minutes each side, Yum.

The taste is wonderful. And the almond is also a healthier choice than breadcrumbs.

I don’t overcook the fish, it takes like 10min for a soup and the other ways of cooking will be done when the meat becomes opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

There were always trapped in his life cage.

Kembali Dengan Yang Baru......

2011-06-10T20:07:00.001+04:00

Asalamualaikum. Hey…hello…apa khabar semua….

Lama tidak ke sini kerana notebook HP Compaq yang berusia 6 tahun 8 bln buat hal….Menyebabkan projek tergendala.Ku nak hantar repair tetap hubby berpendapat lebih baik beli yang baru sebab dia dah lama berkhidmat.Ok lah klu dia nk belikan yg baru kan. Walau bagaimana pun ku tetap mau ia diperbaiki. Ku suka Hp Compac ni,banyak kenangan…masa dulu ke sana sini ku bawanya.Selepas setahun ia pernah terjatuh dari bahu ku sewaktu berlari lari di lapangan terbang,mujur tiada apa apa kerosakan. Ok lah tu berbaloi dengan harganya lak tu…rm4600. Masih ada lagi resitnya bertarikh 14sep2004.

Sementara nungu nan baru,klu nak pakai hubby punya….boleh kalau dia tidak memokak (bak kata org nogori) Ni kalau pc performance dia slow kita dipersalahkan. Lagi pun klu asik pakai pc dia, nanti….takut2 tak jadi atau berlengah dia nak beli ku yang baru…Itu yang leceeh sikit tu…

Maka minggu lepas kami ke Abu Dhabi city. Di tempat saya ni mana ada pusat jualan computer…kesian….Kali ni nak memiliki produk Jepun atau Korea. Sebagai mana barangan electric di rumah ni most of them LG product. Pilihan ku kali ini berdasarkan keperluan dan pengetahuan kegunaanya. Bukan untuk graphic design umpamanya.(tiada kepakaran) ..akhirnya Samsung Berjaya memikat kati ku….

Insyallah, lepas ini ada cerita cerita menarik menyusul…….kalau bukan cerita menarik gambar menarik….. J

Al kisah Pohon Mulberry

2011-04-14T13:41:00.000+04:00

Wow, I cannot believed for the first time mulberry’s tree with full of fruits grown on a sandy soil-desert. Actually, birds were eating the fruits when first time seen it last year from my window.i was just enjoying watching the birds.that time no rezeqi sebab tidak tahu dan tak ambil tahu, until hubby came near the tree and confirm that is mulberry tree. I know…there are many health benefits of berries. Beside our house is mulberry, so why not take a chance on this new wonder fruits and see how their benefits work for me. Later I discovered large amount of ripe fruit could act as a laxative! Hey, I have to take it easy…heee…….

I looked up online what I could make with mulberries and was happy to find out that they are very versatile and used in a wide variety of recipes, like mulberry syrup, pancakes, muffins, pie, jam, smoothies, etc…but I enjoyed raw, sprinkled on top of yogurt or mix with other fruits for juices.

Woo.....my hand and fingernail were stained dark purple from all of the berry picking!

Everyday I filled several containers with ripe mulberries, however don’t last very long once they are picked, so that I used them everyday and also can be frozen for future use.

Mulberry's juice should be mixed with other fruits

I found an article at The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reports that eating just five ounces of mix berries a day can lower blood pressure, reducing the risk of blood clots and strokes. Mulberries have a number of health benefits. They contain reservatrol, the same nutrient found in grapes that prevent certain forms of cancer. They are also a good source of iron, which make them helpful in deterring anemia

Health and Lifestyle.

2011-04-06T17:56:00.002+04:00

Last 2month I was not feeling so fit enough due to my weakness on climbing the stairs. I felt embarrassed when I’m out of breath after climbing stairs, enough so that I sometimes do a couple of laps around the building afterward to catch my breath. I can train all day on a flat surface and still find stairs tough. I hate feeling out of breath when I get to the top, but on the other hand, it does demonstrate that I’ve been taking them. Hubby…should I be jealous of him? Masyallah he is healthy and fit like young man. O…boy …he’s health freaks... am telling you…
Suami ku pula cergas memandu sana sini, tidak menampakan langsung keletihannya berbanding diri ku nan comel dan muda dari dia. Hehee…jgn marah…comel maksud sini kecik.. … ok ok lepas ni kegemaran makan makan terpaksa dikurangkan demi …cinta ku pada diri ku. Senaman jalan jalan 2km seminggu sekali, tapi ….nonton tv makan, ngadap net makan, dlm kereta makan .Suami no no heavy dinner he only eats fruits and nuts. But I eat noodles/ rice also fruits and nuts for my dinner. Then hot coco+milk.
Anyway I feel that everything is gonna turn out just fine. Either way I don't feel I have some life threatening problem, I just need to take a little more care about my health. Need to start being discipline when it comes to exercise and eating habit. First must minus intake of jam with cheese or butter. Problem is I've been addicted to it since teenaged. I had eaten it like twice a day. I like breadstuff with jam n cheese, then grill six or seven piece just for me alone. Drink with coffee….hemmmm…dappp…..

Above: Syrian Cheese, cheese with black seeds and labneh

Below: Fig Jam with crack walnut

Ok, now the good news….lalalala…I made it to the eighth floor last Saturday without any problem. The reason we climbed the stairs due to elevator problem at the apartment, which was under constructions. Also we went places … in and out of the car, just to catch time. We wanted to go back early, as it takes 3hour drive to our home. It demonstrates improvement in changing my healthy lifestyle. Who'd have thought something so simple could have such a great impact!! It was 2month since I lived in healthy lifestyle, like spending time and energy on my body. Moving around and paying attention to what I put into it.I give up eating processed foods that makes our bodies weaker because of all the accumulated toxics in our bodies. I start my day as hubby does; drink a glass of water, half an hour later we drink home made mix fruits juice with 3 or 5 tamar. (sunnah nabi pulak) Fortunately when come to health, I will not have problem changing bad habits though it takes time and effort. It has appeared that health is my first priority. My successful of getting fit and healthy mean I am wealthy.

Mujaddara Hidangan Penuh Khasiat

2011-03-26T00:07:00.000+04:00

Mujaddara (Bulgar wheat and lentils pilaf) Masakan paling mudah dan murah.(di sini tidak pasti di Malaysia).Baik sekali untuk diet dan menurunkan cholestrol,untuk mengetahui kandungan mineral dan vitamin 'search-benefit of lentil'.

begini rupa mujaddara yg telah dimasak, saya suka makan dengan mix salad and prawns or fish soup.sebab dia agak kering.tapi lembut dan rasa sedap sekali.

Bahan bahan yang diperlukan untuk Mujaddara cuma bawang besar dikerat dan digoreng sehingga kuning dgn minyak zaitun.Diasingkan dulu.

Rendam lentil(dal hijau) semalaman /kalau tidak kesempatan masakan dahulu lentil 10min dengan air menutupinya.Kemudian baru masukan beras bulgar dengan air cukup menutupinya, didihkan 5min kemudian tutup 10min kemudian gaul gaul dengan senduk masukan sedikit minyak zaitun.tutup periuk.Biasa saya masak 45min dgn minimal heat.sebelum angkat tabur bawang goreng bsama minyak zaitun.

Kemudian sila lah makan...

Islamic remedies

2011-03-12T23:55:00.002+04:00

Lemongrass or Serai a cure for chronic diseases

LEMONGRASS (Cymbopogon citratus) is so named because of the lemon-like fragrance it emits from its leaves when crushed or boiled. It is a popular perennial grass, the leaves of which grow up to one meter long. It is cultivated in many south east asia countries for its fragrant leaves.

Hadith
In the Sahih it is narrated that Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “Do not cut its plant.” Al-Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him) said except for Al-ithkhir, O Messenger of Allah (pbuh) for their (the people of Makkah) servants use it and it is also used for their houses.” The Prophet (pbuh) said: “Except for Al-ithkhir.”

Medicinal use
The Palmarosa species of the lemongrass has a distinct sweet-smelling oil that can be of significant use in aromatherapy. It has a calming effect that can relieve stress and tension in the body. One can enjoy the relaxing mood effect of lemongrass by using it in a massage or during bath. The lemongrass can even be utilized as a mild depressant.

Medicinal function
The lemongrass also has good effects on the body. It can help significantly in detoxifying the organs in the digestive system like pancreas, kidney, bladder and liver.
This is made possible because the lemongrass helps in cutting down cholesterol, uric acid and toxins in the system.
At the same time, this helps in stimulating digestion and blood circulation. Consequently, gastroenteritis and indigestion can be avoided. It also strengthens and gives tone and vitality to the body, lowers body heat and prevents or cures spasms. Its use is recommended in cases of vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dysmenorrhea, chronic rheumatism, and sprains. It is also very useful for insomnia or sleeplessness.

Other uses
Anti-inflammatory/analgesia: Conflicting analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects have been demonstrated in experiments on animals.

Antioxidant action: Lemongrass oil (C. citratus ) has shown antioxidant and radical-scavenging activity in several experiments.

Cardiovascular: Dose-related hypotensive effects and weak diuretic actions have been demonstrated in rats. In one study, lemongrass extract reduced the cardiac rate but did not alter the contractile force in isolated rat hearts.

Diabetes: A study found that lemongrass leaf tea ingested for two weeks induced no hypoglycemic changes; however, an experiment on rats demonstrated dose-dependent decreases in fasting blood glucose levels.

Clinical studies
Commonly used for its citrus-like flavor in soups and teas in Asian cuisines, lemongrass is also thought to have medicinal properties and medical uses, some of which have been supported in scientific research.
Anti-cancer: Lemongrass essential oil may protect against cancer, according to a study published in the November 2010 “Journal of Applied Toxicology.”
Laboratory mice exposed to a substance that damaged white blood cells and to several carcinogenic substances consumed 500 mg of lemongrass essential oil per kg of body weight, and showed less white blood cell damage and fewer cancerous growths than controlled groups that did not receive lemon grass, according to study authors L.T. Bidinotto et al., at Instituto de Biociências, Botucatu, Brazil.

Anti-inflammatory: Lemongrass tea may offer potent anti-inflammatory benefits, according to researchers V. Francisco et al. at Centro de Estudos Farmacêuticos, Universidade de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal. Rich in polyphenol anti-oxidants, lemongrass leaf extract inhibited nuclear factor kappa-B – a gene that promotes the body’s stress response – and also inhibited a pro-inflammatory enzyme, in the cell culture study, published in the January 2011 “Journal of Ethnopharmacology.” The researchers concluded that lemongrass tea may have promise for the treatment of inflammatory conditions.
Anti-convulsant: Anti-convulsant effects against neurotoxins such as strychnine may be included in the list of health benefits of lemongrass essential oil, according to a study by M.R. Silva et al. at the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Federal University of Cear?, Cear?, Brazil.

How to Use
The extract from the leaves is to be taken internally with milk or as a herbal tea to take care of all the ailments listed under medicinal use.
Lemongrass is generally recognized as safe.
A suggested safe limit for humans (based on an experiment in rats) is 0.7 mg/kg/day of the essential oil.

Conclusion
Lemongrass may sound and look very ordinary to you but there are many wonders you can get from this plant. So get to know lemongrass better and it may just be the answer to one of your needs today.
– – The writer can be contacted on Islamicmedicines@gmail.com

Am I That Busy

2011-03-01T18:19:00.001+04:00

Hey everyone! Hope all is well. Yes, I am still alive and well. Things have been busy at home so I haven't had much time to update the blog. Also a lot of people have been emailing me about Middle Eastern food and about the western region of Abu Dhabi. But whoever came up with the phrase "Sorry, but I've been so busy lately" was a genius. Everybody uses this phrase even though 90% of the time we're lying when we do! Let’s get real. Well I’m not that busy, never that busy! We can make time to do anything we want to do, if we really want to do it. Fact is, whenever somebody says, "Sorry, but I've been so busy lately", it means they did not want to do whatever it is that they are saying they have been too busy to do. It has become a socially acceptable excuse.

Speaking of genius, I could use a little of that these days. I've had what I call "blog blockage". It seems the creative spark isn't always there and it does take a certain amount of creativity to pump out a four or five paragraph blog. The truth I am not a genius writer, hu hu…at the beginning just play play then became hobby especially …got numerous of reader.

Ok lah... pasal blog blockage terjadi kerana dek sibuk memberesihkan rumah, selepas angin nan kencang selama 4hari yang telah menerbangkan debu2 pasir ke dalam sebahagian rumah terutama di celah2 tingkap. Lagi pulak musim sejuk asyik lapar aje….maka masak2 makan2 and our outdoor activity’s taken place more often before summer heat comes.yang bestnya pulak kaca mata membaca cicir entah di mana.untuk dapatkan yang baru perlu ke Abu Dhabi lagi dua minggu, akibat mata kurang kasih sayang… tu lah…tak buka2 PC. So… these are some of my busy excuses not to blog. Alasan munasabah juga, bukan ke begitu…

Ok then let us see some of our out door pastime pictures…

Sedap gila…qharuf (kambing) ni…Delicious!

The Ruwais Park at the Al Ruwais housing complex (above) and ADNOC Beach Park (below)are the nearest relaxation place for us.

fish eaten with the mixture of garlic,olive oil,lemon n salt.the arabs eat with bread

and salads.I brought rice frm home......

kita dah sejuk....apasal...tak reti nak balik....Tapi skrg end of feb ada panas sikit.

lega...

Al-Ruwais Housing Complex

2011-01-31T22:46:00.012+04:00

Al-Ruwais is a town located some 240km western region(al gharbia) of Abu Dhabi.The housing complex has it developed by ADNOC (Adhabi national oil company). It has its market, school, banks, masjid –everything you name it.

Hubby and I have been trying to maintain some kind of exercise regimen every saturday down here in Al Ruwais housing complex park. Our favourite place to walk is the 2km stretch of sidewalk that circles …The walk is enjoyable enough except I now have a real appreciation for the many benches placed along the path so the elderly people can plop down and catch their breath at least once a trip. The other day, after we made the circle, hubby and I must have sat on a bench for the better part of an hour talking or eating/drinking perhaps.

Trees and plants are surrounding the resident’s area

So this is what it has come to, I thought to myself, I’m actually enjoying sitting on a park bench or even on the full- grown grass and letting the time pass by. Unfortunately, we then rushed home to watch football match between Japan n australia.

Children’s entertain themselves at the large playground park.

Patchi Chocolate

2011-01-23T23:56:00.000+04:00

First time when we(my hubby’s actually) got Patchi chocolate as a gift, I was questioning ….about this people taking trouble wrapping this unknown brand chocolate one by one and decorating it nicely with Patchi ribbon on a silver tray. I wasn't familiar with this brand before. while I was murmuring, hubby giggled and told me to taste it first. He looked surprised at me, as I knew nothing about this patchi, made me embarrassed while eating it. I should say, very good taste and everyone must try…. They are closer to Swiss or

Belgium

style chocolate. The Patchi menu has over 40 varieties of chocolate with recipes mixing Almonds, Pistachios, and Hazelnuts with Milk or Dark chocolate. The sweetness of it that lies hidden within the creamy and crunchy layers for the sweetness is not that of sugar. Indeed, Patchi even has a range of sugar-free chocolates.not just good taste but the chocolates are unique in style.
Hubby said patchi is an expensive chocolate, but he wasn’t sure about the price. So we went to check the price at the Abu Dhabi Mall store for the first time. Yes…very expensive….the gift we got is about 500dirham, if my eyes seen correctly they even have it at 7000 dirham. think I became a huge fan of Patchi Chocolate last year. And my favourites Patchi store is of course at the abu dhabi mall- staff was always friendly and helpful..

Shining tray …..was roofed with chocolates.

Patchi identified for its line of decorated chocolates. Handmade decorations wrapped around chocolate pieces and presented in colors and styles that match many occasions and seasons. There are collections for Weddings, Baby, Hajj and more.
Patchi is a chocolate brand from

Lebanon

. It established by Nizar Choucair and has more than 140 outlets in 35 countries. Including in

Malaysia

–check it out.

Visiting Camels Farm

2011-01-18T11:01:00.067+04:00

This was one of the most meaningful of my life living in uae. we were lucky enough to camel farm. We took a twist and turn desert safari on the way, which is behind our home.20 minute only into the desert followed by a visit to a camel farm. Next, we were delightful watching the sunset behind the sand hills and finally we went in the authentic Arabian tents, where we dine, sitting on a carpet with its big pillows for relaxing and lepak2. This trip was amazing for so many reasons, but the best part was the fresh camel milk and we have had been told that we must treat the farm as if it were our own and come back anytime.masyallah he(the owner)is very generous. Unfortunately we are shy to go without his invatiation but thinking of having fresh camel milk everyday..hehehe..

Say YES....to Camel's Milk

The man, who is operating the camel’s farm, talked a lot about camel. He said, a warm hands, a gentle touch and quick timing to dawn camels milk – camels give milk only in 90-second. He said, "camel are the most adaptive hoof stock on the planet, but they are not designed for bulk production, unlike cows have been specifically bred for giving vast amounts of milk.”hemm…should be very lucky to be able having camel milk any time in the month. Why not, it has at least 4 or 5 times more vitamin C than cow's milk and considering an alternative for the lactose-intolerant. Also, researchers have studied possible roles for camel milk in fighting bacteria, tumors and diabetes, as well as traditional uses such as a treatment for liver disease. its also lower your cholesterol as well!

We learned that the Bedouins eat nothing but dried dates and drinking only camel's milk and bottled water. They insist on the milk’s holistic properties, as indeed, it used as a moisturizer and sunscreen as well as food.

Hu..u Huu now ….when the temperatures bcame- 9degree, was feeling very cold without thick sweater-shd wear winter coat la… because when we were leaving home it was just 15degree. Lupa lak padang pasir lebih sejuk di waktu petang dan lagi sejuk waktu malam di musim sejuk ini.huhuhu…. wanna go home.....2weeks ago....,7degrees(tpi 1xaje)really not good for my complexion. should wear niqab for protecion isnt it?skin la..

Kubih Bungo dan Karot Jus for Lunch

2011-01-13T09:27:00.009+04:00

Kami minum jus setengah jam atau lebih sebelum makan, later only i prepared the lunch. this is hubby's idea as to promote better health. kubis di potong2 mengikut saiz kesukaan kita. kemudian siap untuk di panggang atau di goreng dgn minyak yg panas. dari segi rasa goreng lagi sedap tapi siap lah....minyak merecik2 dan melompat2 keluar...tu yg tak larat...tpi kalau keringkan betul2 ada kurang sikit lah. but later when i wan to eat i will press out oil from the flower with tissue. if not too oily unlike grill-dry. Utk pencicah-minyak zaitun, parutan bwg putih,jus lemon, cili merah lumat dan secubit garam. Gaul semua dalam satu mangkuk, rasakan dan terpulang nak lebih masam ke...atau lebih pedas. Makan dengan roti bersamaan tomato, lobak merah kalau tak timun/karet pun ok juga kot. lagi bagus kalau rajin buatkan semangkuk salad campuran jagung dan kentang rebus ptg kuib.

Campaign-makan sayuran sebulan

2011-01-04T18:00:00.012+04:00

Campaign makan sayur ni untuk kami, routine awal tahun selama sebulan sahaja. Untuk kesihatan…bukan apa..cheh, namun bukan bermakana tidak makan benda lain. Cuma tak makan nasi dan daging aje….heee. Kalau makan apa2 mesti ada mix salad. Maksudnya makan sayur tu…sebeban. Diikuti orange juice atau carrot juice (ni klu rajin) pada bulan seterusnya serdahana aje quantity sayurannya, kami makan nasi lauk pauk dan berbagai2 jenis masakan dagingggeeerrr.

+crack brown rice direndam terdahulu supaya lembut+

Tabouleh spt dlm gmbr ini ada lah mix salad berasal dari timur tengah, yang sgt sedap ni memang rajin ku buat walau pun kena meracik racik setiap bahan2nya(pudina, pasly,daun bwg,tomato) kecuali lettuce dan crack brown rice.

Cara membuatnya, setelah salad2 diracik (tak halus mcm daun rampai) .siapkan perahan lemon, minyak zaitun dan crack brown rice. Dalam mangkuk salad tuangkan bahan2 sedikit2 mengikut cita rasa masing2.Kalau nak rasa masam lebih(sebetulnya begini)tuangkan lebih lemon dan jgn lupa sedikit garam. Salah satu menu makanan yg menjadi kegemaran saya, malah ramai juga Malaysian yg sgt suka dan tertanya2 macam mana nak buat. Dek penat nk menjawab dan describe cmna rupa bahan2nya, maka skrg sila lah rujuk di sini ye.

Terdiam Sebab Majlis Dia

2010-12-31T17:06:00.004+04:00

Melayan minah Arab yg cantik molek nan muda remaja yang nak bnikah… ni terlupa seketika al kisah blog ni…. mau tak seronok....sebab dia ni kan rakyat tempatan Adhabi yang ku kenali sebagai jiran belakang rumah dan juga bapanya tu kawan suami ku. Sebenarnya bukan senang nak berkawan dgn dia org ni apatah lagi makan minum kat Villa dia yg sebsr alam setaraf mcm pak menteri di Malaya. Mungkin juga krana Ghayati pekan kecil…maka ku ni di kira leh lah…utk buat facial dia seminggu 2x (sbnarnya 3minggu skali cukup dah!)selama sebulan dua minggu dan kerat rambut dia yg lebat bagaikan dibaja.Yang bestnya dpt make-up di majlis perkahwinan dia.alahai senang je make-up org dah cantik ni..dah lah bulu mata panjang lebat lentik,kulit licin pulak. Yang tak best tak leh ambik gambar. camera, juga hp ,tudung jubah semua kena tinggalkan kat luar dah tentu nak balik baru leh ambil. sbb semua perempuan yg btudung atau bpurdah semuanya menampilkan kecantikan mereka… dgn baju2 seksa mata memandang…bukan apa sexy dan padat. Terpegun juga ku tenguk ada wajah2 yg berpurdah tu…masyallah cantik gila….tpi bukan semua la kan…..yg ku dok tertanya diri sendiri(???) at d same time pujian mereka ni sbb keadaan dalam majlis perempuan gitu mewah sangat dgn lampu pentas langsir meja kerusi mangkuk teko gelas pakaian dan macam2 lagi.....tapi tak menunjuk langsung....maksudnya kalu org tak datang org tak akan tahu mereka mewah(x cam xpic) semua majlis kat uae camni lah, hah lagi satu tak payah bawa hadiah atau duit. dtg melangang siap nak makan....hehehe..begitu juga dgn anak2 sheikh atau pembesar2 uae kawin semua majlisnya tertutup cuma pengumuman tanpa gambar2 di majalah atau skabar. Apa hal pun makanan paling best….yum yummy. Buffet lak tu…ku ni apa lagi.... kerja kan kambing dan unta bakar bserta sedikit kuih muih dan jus buah2an. Ini adalah kali kedua ku hadiri majlis kawin emiratis. Kedua2nya makanan paling ku syok skali…..yg kesiannya ku makan sesorg je...xda kawan,sekal2 je kerabat dia tanya,zie..zie..(r u ok)klu kat Malaysia pun klu ada majlis makanannya sesedap sedap dan mewah tak leh lupa wooo…. Majlis kawin sini dan sana langsung tidak serupa….ya lah kan tak kan nak sama kan dgn bangsa tak sama…dah rupa pun tak sama makanan pun tak sama budaya jauh skali la kan, …..agama je sama…:) ada ke suami ku cakap dia makan sekeping daging,ikan dan semangkuk salad dan 3biji anggur(cuci mulut lah kunun).balik rumah baru dia minum.jangan tak tau,selalu ku makan lebik banyak dr dia... dah seminggu berlalu, ku sibuk kemas rumah dan nak memulakan kempen gaya hidup sihat memakan sayur2an dan buah2an selama sebulan pulak.....

Islamic banking superior to Western kind: Mahathir

2010-12-15T10:56:00.001+04:00

By AFP SINGAPORE - Malaysia's outspoken ex-prime minister Mahathir Mohamad on Tuesday blamed Western lending practices for the world's financial problems and hailed Islamic banking as a "superior" model.

Mahathir told a conference on Islamic finance in Singapore that the 2008 global financial crisis was sparked by excessive lending by Western banks.Islamic banks, in contrast, are constrained because every deal needs to be backed by a real asset under the principles of Sharia law, he said."So if you make a comparison, the Islamic system is in many ways superior to the conventional banking system," said Mahathir, one of the best-known political figures in the Muslim world. "The conventional banking system is much more open to abuse than the Islamic banking system," added the former leader, who steered Malaysia through the 1997-98 Asian financial crisis and stepped down as prime minister in 2003.

So far, the Islamic banks have not been involved in the present crisis except those perhaps who dabble in the money markets in the West," he said."Islamic banking is almost immune to these kinds of crook deals."Islamic banking fuses principles of Islamic law, known as Sharia, and modern banking methods. Islamic funds are banned from investing in companies associated with tobacco, alcohol or gambling.Sharia-based finance also bans interest, which is seen as usury, and risks are shared between the creditor and borrower."The conventional bank lends 30 times the amount of money that they have but the Islamic bank, because they have to participate in taking the risk, they will have to be much more careful," Mahathir said.

Mahathir, 85, attacked the Federal Reserve's controversial decision to pump an extra 600 billion dollars into the US economy."Do you think that they have this money with them that they have it in their vault kept there, 600 billion dollars to be issued whenever someone needs money?" said Mahathir."No, they don't have but they can give the money, 600 billion dollars, simply because they can create money."

On the prospects of Islamic finance, Mahathir said the industry can grow further especially in Southeast Asia which includes Indonesia, the world's largest Muslim-majority country with almost 240 million people.He urged Muslims in Southeast Asia to tap business opportunities offered by Islamic finance."With Islamic banks being available, there is capital which is now accessible to conscientious Muslims who do not want to be involved with interest," said Mahathir."Whether Islamic banking prospers or not depends very much on the ability of the Muslims firstly to do business, to understand business."

Assets of Islamic financial institutions increased five-fold to around one trillion US dollars between 2003 and 2009, according to credit watchdog Moody's Investors Service.

It has estimated the full potential of the industry at five trillion dollars or more.

The untold Story

2010-12-09T23:10:00.008+04:00

Actually this is the continuation from my -The 15 Hours Road Trips- that I have forgotten to add in. I have to mention this because it was uae national days Thursday and Friday. Saturday and Friday is off day for the Gov and only Friday for others. Maal hijrah 1 muharam1432H (7th Dec) falls on Tuesday was switch to Sunday. So Hasn has 4days direct off days…jangan marah…Gov aje….yg dpt ahad cuti. Swasta keja..la… Anyway, the first reaction from everyone at Ghayati when I mentioned to them that I am going on a road trip to Dibba on that weekend was "Are you crazy?".because it is very far…..but we told them that we will overnight at Abu Dhabi city before we hit the road next morning…. Planning is important in making sure that you have considered all options, have agreement among participants about what will be fun, figured out the logistics, and ironed out the budget. But not in my case….when I was just 3days coming back from Malaysia could be tiring due to minimal sleep. At that point, I didn’t know about the public holiday and all. Hasn invited his family friend with two boys and a one-year plus daughter. So it surprised me with excitements yet hesitant to what I expected the family friend may possibly at least one argument about something…where people disagree on everything. I know it's all part of the experience. I'm the calm, patient one but I really don't want to spend the whole trip dealing with stuff like that every half hour. I experienced it with at least one family relative with one little son. I hated and did not enjoyed it at all!. Travel often requires a good sense of humor and plenty of flexibility. One way to avoid who decides what is to let each person have a day to choose where the group eats, where to stop, etc., …for example everyone has to be in agreement before you set off. This would also allow you to keep family members informed of where you are headed....always a smart move when traveling. Travel often requires a good sense of humor and plenty of flexibility. Hasn was telling me not to worry, as he traveled with them to makkah on the road 15years ago…. Hemmm…at the beginning i though that was long time ago, people change…isnt it? …though I know them well but never traveled with them. May be should trust Hasn…. We overnight at AbuDhabi city on Friday, then we fetched them on Saturday morning. The 4w drive fit all seven of us comfortable with other things. To shorten the story, Hasn was right… It was a beautiful experience, we were overwhelmed by how nice everyone was, – and especially the kids were well behaved and far from cracking my head. I really had a great time with the kidos… travelled with some brilliant people who will probably be lifelong friends and learnt more about road trip than I need to know for the rest of my life!Bravoooo

The 15 hours Road Trips.

2010-12-07T22:33:00.011+04:00

Dibba ( Hasan Dibba ) 1.5km from Check point of Oman, is 310 kms from Abu Dhabi city. Rocky mountainous view all along the way but in some area there are inland waterway. That is where you can see greens. It is just amazing…subhanallah… The Beauty of Dibba......... subhanallah…the creation of Allah Next Korfakkan. All of us are waiting for the net with hundred of fish to be drag out of the sea. And it seems quite a few people camping with their tough tent on the rocky seashore. Yehya kindly prepared big amount of healthy lunch from home like boiled corn, sandwiches stuffed with tuna, zatar, and cheese. And not forgetting salads like a bunch of lettuce and zucchinis. We enjoyed them with tea. Mean while fruits and juices in our waiting list. We had good food, the best company, good conversation, the best location and above all a peaceful mind … it was indeed a perfect picnic. The best part of the trip apart from the view and the tranquillity was the picnic that we went for. A picnic by the seashore, but on the grass area.

At the Fujairah park for relaxation and kid’s enjoyment.

nice also with this small table. "We like to sit down and get together. We like to spend time eating, it's very important to us." Our dinners came with soup and full of salads (different type) then grill seafood/ lamb/chick. We couldn't finish some of them and took our dinner’s home. The food was very delicious and the restaurant is very clean. Hasn was driving more than 1000km for that trip from our home and back to home sweet home. Yehya his generous friend contributed his energy from korfakkhan to Abu Dhabi . Relieved for Hasn….until the next afternoon on Sunday, we made some groceries shopping before we headed back to Ghayati western region of Abu Dhabi. Anyway it was one of the amazing trip.

My Nov10' pictures

2010-12-03T14:24:00.008+04:00

heavy snack

muzaffar's son become 4years this Dec

Nice and yummy food there……all are my favorite. But I am still busy taking picture….. Majlis at Villa Mesra

Also Eid Adha & majlis kesyukuran

Caught a Fish

2010-11-05T00:03:00.003+04:00

Beautiful fall weather has arrived, cooler mornings and light winds make for outstanding outdoor activities during beginning of this month. As the weather begins to cool off, the water temperatures do as well. We found the water has cooled off quite a bit lately. The good thing is that besides swimming get fish as well but of course, we I meant hubby and friends will not go far into the deep sea or open sea. Not far also got good fish la…, but if fishing I think wasting time, no sabar lah! Actually a wire cage is placed on the seabed contains bait. Then, fish trapped in the cages - they can swim in, but cannot get out again. At this time, he will dive in and lift it out of the sea, where they remain alive until certain period. A buoy attached to the cage by rope at the water surface to find the trap more readily to haul up the catch. Disadvantages: Fish that not targeted can be release with no harm done to the fish, as the trap does not kill them or deprive them of oxygen for any lengths of time.

Lautan Membawa Kebahagia

2010-11-03T23:04:00.003+04:00

Cintanya terhadap lautan ku pun terikut, apa apa sahaja hal mengenai ciptan Allah nan indah lagi melempah ruah rezeki tak terkira banyaknya, cuma kita memerlukan usaha yang dikurniakan keatas kita insan unik serba berkebolehan kepada siapa mencari kemahiran diri sendiri yang tersembunyi, kekadang kita sendiri tidak mengetahui seperti mana kita tidak mengetahui apa yang ada di dalam perut lautan. Begitu lah ku…takut berenang menyelam di laut dalam, jadi ku kurang tahu Cuma menumpang tahu dari dia.dia jaguh ku hari selang dua hari menyelam timbul dengan ikan2 yang ku makan hari selang dua hari tanpa membeli ikan.sedangkan yang dimakan segar. Itunlah dia rezeki dari khazanah laut yang tiada di tanah tiada laut. Berenang menyelam bukan kerana ikan semata tetapi ia adalah suatu senaman terbaik untuk kesihatan dan minat kesukaannya seperti mana ku suka berjalan2 di tepi pantai, berenang pula adalah kalau terpergi waktu pagi. Kekadang penduduk tempatan baik hati di sini yang punya boat laju ajak dia meronda2 di laut sambil memancing kekadang ke pulau apa tah lagi untuk mengembirakan hati memecah kesunyian di ulu Abu Dhabi ini. Tetapi budaya mereka ni tiada wanita terlibat pabila men’s outing tejadi,hanya ku melambai2 dari jendela aje,namun ku bernasib baik dikurniakan Allah tiada ketahui apa itu kesunyian/kesepian, tambah pula ku ni mashallah banyak hobi atau kesukaan yang kekadang2 rasanya masa tiada mahu ber- tolerance dengan ku. Alhamdullilah ku lebih banyak gembira dari sedih buat apa ku suka peduli apa orang nak kata,itu rahsia bahagia ramai orang tak tahu sebab takut orang nak tahu dan ambil tahu.satu hari dia balik ku sambut ikan yang aku kena siaang …sambil siang ku geram sbb dia lupa bawa pisau,kalau di tepi pantai lagi senang dibersihkan,tetiba pulak ku tersebut…..,“you are really lively and enjoy here what about me….can I go back for eid adha ?” haha big surprise….diaa cakap, “why not , for your happiness’ I will book your ticket while u r busy now, and also my brother is coming am sure you wont be so happy”. Pabila kerja ku beres, ku duduk bersama dia melayari web airline untuk tenguk jadual penerbangan ke Malaya. Huh, sapa sangka kan dalam masa dua bulan dibenarkan terbang balik lagi. Tup tup semua selesai insyallah akan tiba ku ke tanah air untuk beraya .sign.

Shopping at Mina

2010-10-29T22:52:00.009+04:00

Anything to do with marine and foodstuff are all our interest….fortunately we live near the sea. But poor thing am not a good swimmer. Kesian...nya klau org lemas tak dpt tolong lah….ha..camtu.

Sea Foods Restaurant, at the port ....

Fish Market at the Mina Port The good thing about buying your seafood supply from Mina Fish Market, aside from it being fresh and the first catch of the day, is you can haggle for the price. All kinds of fish, squids, prawns, and crabs lined up every stall with vendors barking their prices. Tip for the first time seafood buyers go from stall to stall before buying, you'll never know when you can get a good price for a kilo of crab till you completely scanned every stall. Actually we came to buy fish cage kind of trapping the fish la..so no need to buy fish anymore.... hehehe….

The vegetable and fruit market is an open market stall unlike the fish market, which is inside a building. Vegetables and fruits sold in this market are cheaper than the ones sold at the malls.I like very much this place, mmm masyallah…the fruits…this place where you can be find all kind of fruits. I think my hubby is also crazy of buying fruits! I realized upon reaching home…hamper cirit…br…..dibuatnya. And some more how to place in the refrigerator. Penin…penin…

Al Mirfa Al Gharabia – Calm Coastline

2010-10-21T10:22:00.011+04:00

Sometimes we went to mirfa for a fishing or just walked around especially after long drive from dubai or else where.

Welcome to Al Mirfa

nice beach garden

Mirfa well known for its natural harbour where dolphins, turtles, fish, and other marine can be finding. Mirfa are a residential and tourism centre. Majority of the building were build up on high ground providing spectacular views over its long unspoiled waterfront.

160km to Abu Dhabi This place is away from the bustle and the town is on the hilltop.

I am not invited

2010-10-16T22:51:00.005+04:00

I really couldn't imagine somebody being so clueless as to not invite both spouses, but I suppose it could happen. Pada ku lahhh!!! I know his friend (Yemeni)but he only invited my hubby . I feel upset because am not invited even though his friend knows me well. The best part is that he has been several times had dinner at our home and all. Geram…nya, just because his friend only invited my hubby, my hubby does not bother to ask me to go with him. We end up argued about it and he stayed and not talking to me. It would be nice if he ask me to go with him kan. His friend totally jerks! Am I being selfish? He was pissed because of it. Tapi pulak kan kalau orang tidak jemput mana leh ikut kan..haram. tul juga dia ckp pulak..heiii Now, I am an easygoing person, I would not have my feelings hurt to have not invited at all, if I don’t know him. And the worse part was on weekend at the Abu Dhabi city -200km away . u know…. I asked him, “why mohd salah didn’t invite me…..bla bla...” my husband explained, some Arab wedding culture which I sometimes don’t know , are not for family or maybe just for men only and that’s the reason he didn’t invites you…” Can you belief that? crazy.... Discrimination against women by men!

Mubadala to invest in Malaysia’s $7bn smelter target=

2010-10-10T21:12:00.007+04:00

Mubadala plans Dh25 billion investment in Malaysia By Saifur Rahman, Business Editor Published: 13:40 October 8, 2010 Image Credit :SuppliedDubai From left to right: Waleed Al Mokarrab Al Muhairi, Chief Operating Officer, Mubadala; Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Executive Affairs Authority of the Government of Abu Dhabi and Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Mubadala; Malaysian Prime Minister Dato' Sri Mohd Najib Tun Haji Abdul Razak and Shahrol Halmi, Chief Executive Officer, 1MDB; marking the signing of two collaboration agreements on a strategic partnership between Mubadala and 1MDB. Mubadala Development Company, an Abu Dhabi Government investment arm, yesterday said it has signed two agreements on a strategic partnership with 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) , a Malaysian Government undertaking, that could lead to an investment of up to $7 billion (Dh25 billion) for the development of a major initiative in the country. 1MDB Chief Executive Officer Shahrol Halmi and Mubadala Chief Operating Officer Waleed Al Mokarrab Al Muhairi signed the agreement for their respective companies in the presence of Malaysian Prime Minister Dato' Sri Mohammad Najib Tun Haji Abdul Razak and Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Executive Affairs Authority of the Government of Abu Dhabi and Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Mubadala. "The agreements have been signed with Mubadala Real Estate and Hospitality (MREH) and Mubadala Industry (MI). MI has agreed to assess the viability of an investment of up to $7 billion for the development of a major initiative in the aluminium sector based on hydro power in the Sarawak Corridor of Renewable Energy (Score)," Mubadala said in a statement. "The two state-owned companies are starting preliminary assessment work on the project, which will create more than 10,000 jobs during construction and another 2,000 specialist jobs." The opportunities in the corridor also lie in its huge energy resources — 28,000 megawatts of hydropower, 1.46 billion tonnes of coal, and 40.9 trillion square cubic feet of natural gas that will allow Sarawak to price its energy competitively and encourage investments in power generation and energy-intensive industries. China has already signed up for $11 billion in Score. If realised, this would be the single largest UAE investment in Malaysia. The move reflects a shift to the East by Gulf investors. Excellent infrastructure "The opportunities now lie in emerging markets, mostly in the Far East and the move by Mubadala reflects that shift," business analyst Jitendra Gianchandani, Chairman of Jitendra Group, told Gulf News. "Malaysia has a stable government. Its infrastructure is excellent and the country has a young and educated population. Inflation is less than 4 per cent. I think this is a good move by Mubadala to diversify investments in different geographical areas," he said. "As the opportunities lie in the emerging markets, especially in the Bric (Brazil, Russia, India and China) countries and the Far East and the Middle East region, the Gulf's investors will do well in investing in these regions that could ensure faster and better return on investment. "Through this, the sovereign wealth funds of the GCC will do well to recover from the losses made earlier in the West, by investing in the emerging markets." 1MDB is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Malaysian federal government and has already received $5 billion investment pledge from Qatar Investment Authority. Earlier, Masdar, a Mubadala subsidiary that is developing a $22 billion Greenfield carbon neutral project, Masdar City, signed a MoU with 1MDB to develop Malaysia's first carbon neutral city.

Fresh Walnut

2010-10-03T19:38:00.003+04:00

I was kind of jakun first time seeing green fresh walnut, brought from Syria soil by our friend, a very hard nut to crack but delicious raw. I think its pelik n interesting nuts. So went on to give roasting to testify that walnut are indeed a very hard nut to crack, and roasting them does not make them any easier to get out of their shell. I tried our regular nut cracker, and quit trying to break open the shells before it broke, and also before we hurt our hands. I tried hitting them with a hammer, its worked but crack into a small pc, boss then asked me to be little gentle on hammering them, it needs some practice to get a nice otak shape. That is the meaning no to fresh walnut. Nyusahkan je nk makan……

Eid Fitr 1431H

2010-09-27T20:18:00.004+04:00

Hari Raya Saya Biasa…. Semua nk ketahui cmna nyambut puasa di sini.hey…ini masuk yang kelima beraya di uae. tahun lepas di seremban bersama keluarga.tahun ni tak semacam tahun2 sebelum ini especially tahun 2008 asyik ke open hse sekitar dubai aje.sampaikan there were other food served which I could not find space on my plate nor in my stomach.Tahun2 sebelum tu ok juga sbb 2nd cousin mak ,suami dia consulate general, menjemput kami solat dan makan2 di ruang legar bangunan matrade Malaysia di dubai(office dia) pd hari raya pertama. Tetapi skrg tak lagi sbb di situ jemputan utk pasangan melayu aje….. jdi sorry la ya…not for me.Nanti cam terhegeh2 kan… So 2010 ni biarlah kami venture into something different n interesting. Pagi raya jam anam kami bersiap utk solat yg bermula 6.30am,unlike kat matrade 8.30am. dalam masjid ku sorang aje…..rupa2 nya berbaju colourful floral, pompuan lain semua….. jubah hitam tapi berbagai jenis textile n design.cantik n menarik juga ,suka tenguk. Habis solat ku pun ddk dengar arabic khutbah dgn kyusyuknya mcm faham…..sgt. sebelum melangkah keluar ku bersalaman dgn minah2 arab yg berbudi bahasa tuuuu… Kami tak kemana kerana nak sambung tidur…..boleh….ye la dah tidur lewat malam tu dan solat fajar 4.30am. ngantuk la pulak. Kalau ada anak tak buat camni lah. Then 3 (+ bro inlaw) of us had b’fast at 11am.boss n brother left for jumaat prayer.so im alone relaxed watching tv while my mind was bz thinking of what n where for lunch. Lamb?mutton?seafood?bryani? mandi rice?. “Oooo huhu..if u don’t know what u want,lets go buffet” boss said. “But I like better dinner buffet than lunch, so how huh?” I wanted reassurance. Actually, it was hot and humid outside there for this Malaysian woman hehehe…at last we ended with eating fruits n nuts. Imagine 1st raya like this ??? ah, I tak kisah uuuu…ku buat hal ku …depa berdua with Arabic conversation - little I understood, nk nyampuk cmna…kan. Si adik boss ni duduk amerika 20 tahun, tpi bila ckp arab secunit BI pun tak terselit, tak mcm klu kita ckp BM kan…ada je nk selit2 BI. Emmmm tak pa la ye… Selepas 4jam dah mula kelaparan….ku pun tiba2 bersuara …”lets go to Ras Al Khiamah for buffet…..eh hem…nasib baik tiada bantahan…..Ku suka makanan dia berbagai dan RAK is a peaceful place and clean not like dubai the debu. Abis makan boleh jalan2 di taman dan duduk di pantai sambil minum coffee (masa take buffet kan tak leh minum…nanti cpt kembung).

Itu lah al kisah 1st eid ftir, our second day pulak, was at abu dhabi le meridian hotel. We check in at 2pm. Our room was facing the sea. So, what he did upon arrival? Hey member mana leh tgk laut. Mula lah dia allergic satu badan. And I took that opportunity to do portrayal and walked around the beach area as well until lost energy, feeling hungry make me angry you know…so pa lagi..I hurried him to get ready for dinner. The actual planning was to visit his friends, but sorry …no way! which I know this arabs will serve you only with sweets fruits tea or juices in the eid fitr, unless invited. Not their culture, but that doesn’t mean they are cheapskate. a…a… don’t get me wrong, alamat kena impose sanctions dgn org arab lah….nati. Lepas makan ikan bakar dan salad baru pergi melawat-lawat kawan2. yang tak syoknya abu dhabi tak ada Malaysian yang boleh ku lawati atau menjemput datang ke rumah ku. Ku suuuuka sangat kalau ada Malaysian nak datang rumah, tolong lah…datang…boleh ku masak2. Sunday 3rd raya free day….we had our time walk together without having to worry about time, or about buying groceries or about what to cook for the next meal. Life and its demands can engulf the best of our intention and cloud our minds with never ending issues to be resolved. Well, this morning - we got away for our 'Just the two of us time..." with no agenda and no particular things to be done. It is just us getting away for coffee....for a walk...for a little chat...at the Marina mall. Ok cukup di situ esok boss kerja, kena balik ke Ghayati la…yg ku rindui….

Lari dr GHAYATI

2010-09-10T14:59:00.008+04:00

Pemandangan lebuhraya dr Ghayati.

Dari Ghayati ke Abu Dhabi city -260km. Dari Ghayati ke Saudi-160km. Itu lah pasal bnyk kenderaan plate Saudi.

Tiba Dubai setelah---380km dr Ghayati

Akhiran Ramadhan

2010-09-08T16:08:00.011+04:00

Ramadhan will end soon, sedih gak, kemalasan pun menjelma disaat ini. So serving the iftar n sahur in a simple ways but healthy. Boss ok je…, alasannya, save stomac for the Eid fitr. Lagi pug dapur dah bersik berkilat malas nk masak2. This is part of our sahur, probably will be same for sahur plus hot chocolate cicah cracker

buahan n salads masyallah.....semangat!

bukan apa...jaga kesihatan, beb.

Tamar sedap yg bernama "Khalas" ni jiran bagi dari kebun dia. Susu unta yg dia bg pun ambil

blkg rumah juga.

Awalan Ramadhan

2010-08-25T21:36:00.005+04:00

Selama bcuti di Malaya , tak tempuh2 blog ni. Al maklum lah kan banyak activity …..Bila tiba Abu Dhabi dah cepat ngantuk lak….Taapi alhamdulilleh tak yah masak slama 10 hari sbb masakan frozen yg ku tinggalkan utk suami masih ada lagi. Sahur makan roti, cheese, timun, tomato, zatar dan susu. Alhamdulileh rumah dah dibersihkan oleh budak bangla yg menjaga kawasan rumah sini. Suami , tak banyak kerenahnya, tapi….bila ku dah pulih spt biasa n tido lewat., dia btanya, “what do u think if we invite ....……for iftar”? dipindikan cerita, ku beranikan diri memasak nasi biryani, ikan masala dan daging. Tak susah pun ada pack2 yg tak memeningkan kepala. Itu la dia…spt gambar di bawah ni kann.

Sbb 1st time maka kena lah masak malam2 nanti nak rasa2 nak tambah apa2 senang…..Lagi pun makanan ni kan sdp selepas semalam. Resepi Biryan tu sepatutnya campur daging tapi ku tak ikut, instead ku letak gajus dan kismis. Ikan masala pula tak ada daun kari (ingatkan daun kari kering yg di bawa dr malaya tu masih ada), cili hijau n biji sawi tak letak spt yg tertulis dikotak tu...sbb lebih suka terung hijau, tapi....bila time rasa...alamak! tak sedap..then add in sugar lemon, rasa lagi, hemmmm mcm ada yg kurang. Tomato la jawabnya....ptg2 campak dlm periuk. Rasa nya boleh tahan.Ikan dah pun sedia (dulu ptg2 bakar n frozen). Bila nak makan nanti curahkan aje atas ikan tu. Ha ha kan senang....ok done Daging no problem,unta mmg sentiasa sedap masak kari.

Esoknya relax mcm tak da apa2. Ptg2 panaskan lauk tu plan2 sambil buat salad dan ptg buah2an. Lepastu done!.Suami tlg susun pingan. Tetamu Omani dan Iraqi pun tiba dgn minyak wangi…menusup hidung ku. Seorg lagi tak dapat dtg hai....rugi lah dia masakan sedap ni. Tapi lelaki je…isteri masing2 ddk Abu Dhabi yg nun 250km dr tempat ni. Tempat ni kan susah cari tempat tinggal, jadi isteri2 dan anak2 kena tinggal2kan dulu.Mcm ku dulu gak… 3bulan sendirian, syok juga, boleh buat apa2 kita suka. Ok berbalik pd tetamu, al kisah mereka suka sgt2 sbb pedas dan tah apa2 lah tak faham.Ku pula tak suka makanan berempah bln puasa, jadi jawapan nya ku bungkus semua2 tu bagi mereka bdua.Ok selesai masallah…..

Mincemeat

2010-07-03T17:16:00.004+04:00

It’s good to own a grinder, more hygienic perhaps. Make kebab, burger, meatballs, hamburger and kofta anytime, Yesterday I got some very lean stew beef (chuck) for less than higher-fat-content already-ground chuck. I trimmed off what little fat there was, put it through the course-grinding die once, then through the fine die. I was not making hamburgers, but coney sauce topping for hot dogs. What a difference! Better taste, better texture and no fat. I understand that hamburgers should have some fat so as not to taste too dry, but I will try the above in a hamburger. I'll definitely try it for chili, except that I will only coarse-grind it, once. Grinding your my meat also allows me to add other things to your burgers. I sometimes grind an onion in with the meat, garlic, sweet pepper, you name it! but this is my favourite burger, I have it three times a week! What to do? addict!I love burgers, particularly of the homemade variety. I guess I’ve been making somewhat more ambitious foods lately, so the simple burger was not really high on my list. When I did decide that I was in a burger mood, it had to be something different. Here my new recipes: Ingredients 1 onion, chopped 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 tomato, seeded and chopped 2 carrots, chopped 2 pounds ground camel meat 1 egg 1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs 3 tablespoon lemon juice kosher salt to taste black pepper to taste Directions Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil grate. Lightly spray a saute pan with cooking or oil spray over medium heat. Saute the onion with the garlic first, then the bell pepper, then the mushrooms, tomatoes and carrots, all to desired tenderness. Set aside and allow all vegetables to cool completely. In a large bowl, combine the chicken and vegetables. Add the egg, bread crumbs and seasonings to taste. Mix all together well and form into 8 patties. Grill over medium heat for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or to desired doneness.

Borong Sayuran

2010-06-05T15:37:00.003+04:00

Lihat....memborong mcm ada lebih 5org dlm rumah, padahal dua org aje. Mentang2 murah gila takan lah camni.... Pening juga nak disumbatkan dalam gobok ais semua ni. Jadi kasi kawan2 sikit, tu pun masih banyak lagi. Maka dingin beku~bendi, buncis, tomato dll.

Walau pun ddk 280km dari Abu Dhabi City, setiap 2minggu ke sana utk shopping. Lepas ni kalau kita nak memborong ajak member -boleh kongsi sayur borong. Al maklum kan tempat kami ddk ni mahal sikit. Pasar borong Abu Dhabi ni lebih murah sesangat dari Malaysia. Tak tau lah kenapa, tapi buah2an spt ceri, peach, apple, anggur, delima dan yang serupa dgn nya murah sbb dekat dgn negara pengeluarannya kot. Rambutan dan manggis pun ada tapi mahal.

Kat malaysia manggis pun mahal kan. Nak jaga pokok tu susah kot.Bagus juga kalau setiap rumah ada sebatang pokok manggis-jaga bagusnya....tiba2 kaum kerabat yg malas2 + muka tak malu-mintak.... ada tu petik je...masuk plastik.Tak pa, bagi je....pahala.....beb....Memberi lebih bagus dari menerima.

Water Colour Drawing

2010-04-08T18:16:00.002+04:00

Ini dia pencuri masa, dalam kesibukan lengkap lukisan ini. Alhamdullilah, sesungguhnya ini kebanggan dan kecerian saya.

Lukisan pertama tumbuhan lada hitam. Lukisan kedua dan ketiga imiganasi gunung ganang di Oman.

ISLAMIC FASHION INDUSTRY to be worth more than $96b!

2010-03-17T22:45:00.003+04:00

By Samia Badih

Thanks to years of steady acceptance and growing support from top fashion icons, Arabic and Islamic fashion is set to continue its influence on the global fashion industry, according to French Fashion University Esmod Dubai, a fashion institution in the Middle East. The international Islamic fashion industry is estimated to be worth more than $96 billion (Dh352.6 billion), assuming that 50 per cent of the world's 1.6 billion Muslims each spend at least $120 a year on modest clothing, according to a study conducted by Tamara Hostal, director and founder of Esmod Dubai. "We can see Arabian styles steadily influencing European street fashion, which proves the potential of this emerging niche," Hostal said. The growth and expansion of the Muslim middle class and their penetration into Western society are making them more dress- and fashion-conscious. As more and more Muslim men and women become educated and take up professions and develop businesses, they adopt modernism with a touch of Islamic tradition to match their modern lifestyles. Analysts say these factors will drive growth in the Islamic fashion and clothing industry. Market potential According to the report, consumers in countries such as France and the United Kingdom, with higher purchasing power are willing to spend more than $600 a year on high-end clothing. There are more than 1.5 million Muslims in the UK alone, so the market for Muslim fashion could be worth between $90 million and $150 million a year. The report says that at this rate, the 16 million Muslims in the European Union would represent a potential clothing market of $960 million to $1.5 billion a year. "Aside from making abayas decorated with crystal beads, pearls, embroidery, satin flowers, and other colourful adornments, designers are also introducing dramatic new styles, fabrics, and colours to Islamic dresses," Hostal said. "High-end designers such as Hermes and Gucci are also trying to break into the Muslim market with scarves and other products," she said. Some Arabic style outfits can sell for as much as $10,000, yet remain in high demand due to the robust economies of key markets such as the UAE, the report says. Aiisha Ramadan, a Lebanese fashion designer who's worked in the UAE for two decades, told Gulf News that an acceptable price for an abaya is around Dh3,000. She said that news about the Middle East has also brought attention to its culture and that it has become an area of interest for Westerners. "Designers may have Islamic and Arabic references for mere inspiration or to cater to the market, which will eventually sell more." She said that the fashion industry in the Middle East is indeed growing. "Designers are growing more aware of what the international and the Arab markets want. We are being more open minded about combinations of colours, fabrics, higher standards in terms of finishing and techniques and the design in general," she said. Speaking of the tastes of Arab women when it comes to fashion, Aiisha said that women in the Arab world are looking for individuality and uniqueness. Last year, Arabic and Islamic fashion took centre stage at the first all-Arab fashion event which was held in Europe under the theme ‘Arabian Fashion World.' Five Arab designers from Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, the UAE, Morocco and Jordan brought the best of their designs to London.

Making du'a

2010-01-19T00:02:00.002+04:00

This is a very interesting topic esp in our 'culture'. Moreover the Sahabah – the best generation of Muslims – never went to the grave of the Prophet (peace be upon him) to make du’a to him. They asked the Prophet (peace be upon him) to make du’a for them as long as he was alive. After his death there was not a single Companion who went to the Prophet’s grave for help or intercession. Stop making du’a to the Prophet By Abdullah Al-Hindi Many Muslims while visiting the grave of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) make du’a to him directly. They believe the Prophet (peace be upon him) is alive and is able to answer them. But Allah says, “Every soul shall taste death.” (Qur’an, 3:185; 21:35) This verse refers to every soul, including that of the Prophet (peace be upon him). To argue that the Prophet (peace be upon him) is alive with a life akin to ours on earth is not based on any evidence or proof from the Qur’an and Sunnah. Instead the opposite is proved by the ahadith that describe his last days and final moments in this world. Ayesha (may Allah be pleased with her) narrated: “When the Prophet (peace be upon him) was healthy, he used to say, ‘No soul of a Prophet is taken until he has been shown his place in Paradise and then he is given the choice.’ When death approached him while his head was on my thigh, he became unconscious and then recovered consciousness. He then looked at the ceiling of the house and said, ‘O Allah! (with) the highest companions.’ I said (to myself), ‘He is not going to choose (to stay with) us.’ Then I understood what he meant when he said that to us when he was healthy. The last words he spoke were, ‘O Allah! (with) the highest companions.’” (Al-Bukhari, no. 4463; Muslim, no. 2444) His closest relatives – Ali Bin Abu Talib, Al-Abbas Bin Abdul Muttalib, his two sons Al-Fadl and Qutham, as well as Usama Bin Zayd – performed ghusl over his body, the Sahabah performed the funeral prayer and then they buried him in the spot where he died in Ayesha’s (may Allah be pleased with her) home. Would they have done this to a living man? The clear text indicates that the Prophet (peace be upon him) passed away from the life of this world, just as every one of us has to. Allah says: “Verily, you (O Muhammad, peace be upon him) will die, and verily, they (too) will die.” (Qur’an, 39:30) The life in the grave – the life of Barzakh – however is established. But this life is different from the life of the world and there is no connection between the two. As the soul departs, we are transited into a different life called the Barzakh. This is the intermediary stage till the Day of Judgment. On the Day of Judgment, Allah will bring every one back to life – and this life will be the eternal life. Mankind will be raised up naked and uncircumcised. Some misuse texts that show the special status of the Prophet (peace be upon him) to establish wrong acts of worship. For instance some may say cite fact that the Prophet (peace be upon him) receives our greetings of peace and blessings in the grave to say that he can hear our pleas. The truth however is that Allah has appointed angels to bring the greetings of his followers to him. The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: “Allah has angels who go around on earth, conveying to me the salaam of my Ummah.” (Sunan Nasa’i, authenticated by Al-Albani)This further indicates – and Allah knows best – that our greetings are not directly heard by him. Whatever may be the case, when it comes to making du’a to him, it becomes an act of worship. Directly making du’a to anyone – alive or dead – believing that he or she is capable of answering our du’a is Shirk. The person who does that sets up a partner to Allah by giving what is the right of Allah alone to other than Allah. This goes against the fundamental of Islam – Laa ilaha illAllah – that all Prophets called their nations to. “And We did not send any Messenger before you (O Muhammad, peace be upon him) but We revealed to him (saying): Laa ilaaha illa Ana (none has the right to be worshipped but I (Allah)), so worship Me (Alone and none else).” (Qur’an, 21:25) “And your Lord says: Call on Me, I will answer your (prayer). But those who are too arrogant to serve Me will surely find themselves in hell, in humiliation.” (Qur’an, 40:60) Moreover, any religious act is not acceptable to Allah unless it has been explicitly mentioned in the authentic texts. The Prophet (peace be upon him) forbade his followers from exaggerating his status. In fact, in his final moments he warned the Ummah against taking his grave as a place of worship. The Prophet (peace be upon him) said, “The most evil of people are those who took the graves of their Prophets as places of worship.” (Musnad Ahmad, no. 1691; authenticated by Al-Albani)Seeking intercession of the Prophet (peace be upon him) to ask Allah’s help is also Haraam and Shirk. The Quraish of Makkah used idols as intercessors with Allah. They worshipped idols of pious men of the past only to get nearer to Allah. However this act was rejected by Allah and His Messenger and they were considered Mushriks (polytheists). They were instead commanded to worship Allah alone. Allah says about the Quraish:And they worship besides Allah things that hurt them not, nor profit them, and they say: “These are our intercessors with Allah.” Say: “Do you inform Allah of that which He knows not in the heavens and on the earth?” Glorified and Exalted be He above all that which they associate as partners with Him! (Qur’an, 10:18) Moreover the Sahabah – the best generation of Muslims – never went to the grave of the Prophet (peace be upon him) to make du’a to him. They asked the Prophet (peace be upon him) to make du’a for them as long as he was alive. After his death there was not a single Companion who went to the Prophet’s grave for help or intercession. Undoubtedly they were deeply rooted in the belief of Tawheed. They gave the due respect which the Prophet (peace be upon him) by obeying him and following his sunnah. Allah Himself has approved of the Sahabah’s faith and made it an example for others in the Qur’an. He has explicitly stated that He is pleased with them. “So if they believe in the like of that which you believe, then they are rightly guided, but if they turn away, then they are only in opposition.” (Qur’an, 2:137) From every angle that one may wish to look, there is absolutely no evidence for the practice of directing prayers to the Prophet (peace be upon him). Those who perpetrate this are only fooling themselves that they are practicing Islam. They follow nothing but conjecture. – SG

BZ memanjang

2010-01-14T16:27:00.003+04:00

Aduh….dah lama tak mencurah nukilan perasaan di sini.Mengapa boleh terjadi spt ini adalah kerana ba….nyak sangat perkara yang nak di buat. Ya lah masa berlalu begitu pantas untuk diabaikan. Walaupun saya pengurus rumah tangga sepenuh masa, tapi punya banyak hobi dan minat .Bayangkan , tu…buku2 yang tunggu untuk dibaca dan dipelajari, alat2 melukis terbentang atas meja ada bahan dan idea saya akan cepat2 duduk melukis. Mana nak masak lagi dan mencuba resepi2 baru. Itu belum lagi pergi bercuti, atau menerima tetamu (suka…jemput dating rumah). Agaknya alasan saya ke semua tu? Mungkin juga…sbb bogging ni pun minat juga. Tidak kira lah ada orang minat nak baca ke tidak, yang penting otak mesti berfungsi dan berfikir kearah kebaikan. Supaya tak jam! Kalau dapat menaip utk blog seminggu sekali pun dah cukup baik.Kalau diusahakan mmg boleh. “Kalau anda yakin boleh, memang boleh.” Kena usaha dan focus lebih. Apa2 kita nak buat pun itu lah selogan popular. Tapi memang saya percaya, mmg macam itu. Insyallah, saya akan cuba sikit2.Macam ayat orang Jepun “sikit demi sikit lakukan kebaikan”. I am doing this for myself! Testing myself to be discipline!

Fireworks dazzle at Burj Khalifa

2010-01-05T21:36:00.001+04:00

Decision ~ ketika muda.

2009-10-29T09:11:00.001+04:00

I am by nature a risk-taker. Belum cuba belum tau kan. So let us give a chance to try. Plus I believe in kadak and kadar. BUT I learned from my past that quick decision-making was not right, am kind of no sabar when comes to make a decision. Anyway what a big deal about it, do people get harm or killed. For me making the wrong decision is just a waste of time and money. I believe in most cases, that's the case. Not knowing what is going to happen is scary for some people and me sometimes.Manusia kan biasa la…. However, the best choice is to do some research and dua’. No one will (usually) make a decision that is not in their best interest, it is unrealistic to expect people closely involved in a decision that they don’t know. What happens is that they will justify their preferred option by re-interpreting the facts to support them. Trying to find explanations all the time makes life too analytical. Something’s just are beyond words and explanations. Our decisions that we had choose in the past might not what we want now, but surely, there must be a reason for our decision, even if it may have been out of our control e.g. influenced by other people or advertising, but we were not aware of it at the time? Sometimes we may think we did something completely random but it may not have been random at all In all my decisions/choices, I made the best one possible based on the information I had at the time. Probably in the early 80s, when I look back on a choice/decision and wish it had been different; remember....I have more data now than I did at the time of the original choice. As I was young, nambah buruk keadaan masa itu pengetahuan islam tidak mendalam.Kalau terbalik zaman skrg I wont waste my time and money (ayah sponser) pergi krusus advance in hair styling and colouring. Then another diploma course in “creator and glamour make-up” Saya ni berangan nk jadi make-up artist terkenal-kalau I yang perasaan mmg jadi lahdah. Itu lah dia,dr segi agama kita perkerjaan tidak sesuai,esp make-up lelaki pompuan utk shooting filem. Make-up n dandan rambut utk model, pengantin dsbnya. Im not regret, but I just like to imagine something better than that, especially now in Abu Dhabi. There’s a chances to work here with big salary compare to Malaysia!. Alahai…. . itu lah masalah, kalau dah kerja, alasan kemudian penat ,itu lah ini lah last2 nak berhenti pulak…. Ok ok enough! I should be great full thankful for what I had and gone through great experiences. Because of my job I met, talked with famous people, menteri’s wife and celebrities. My great excitement was they like my make over on their face; well I’m just stand out their beauty. Most of them naturally are pretty. I should say, I miss my exciting business activity. I also think whatever happening to us seems too connected somehow. You only need to find the link between all these circumstances… Just like how my past experiences and circumstances had somehow lead me to here and now".

Dubai boom ends as one cheque in four bounces

2009-08-19T22:35:00.001+04:00

Up to one quarter of all the cheques written in Dubai may be bouncing as expatriate residents in the Gulf state struggle as the economy slows. Blank cheques are used to underwrite financial arrangements, such as credit cards, in Dubai, guaranteeing future payments such as a rental agreement or bank loan. This system arose in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which includes Dubai, because of the difficulty of doing credit checks on foreign workers. As many of these workers have now lost their jobs in the recession, the number of bounced cheques has risen. The penalty for failing to honour a cheque is severe and some people have ended up in jail. Dubai’s police chief said this year that about one fifth of all prisoners in the emirate were there because of bounced cheques. Most of these are likely to be foreign workers. Official figures for the first four months of this year showed that 544,196 cheques bounced — equivalent to 5.7 per cent. However, analysts believe that the total figure may be much higher once all private sector cheques are included. As many as one in four cheques could be bouncing, according to Ghanem Nuseibeh, senior analyst at Political Capital, a consultancy firm. His estimate is based on data from local banks and figures for departing expats. Cheques are a fundamental part of the Dubai financial system — Mr Nuseibeh, for example, wrote 70 cheques to cover payments for his car. RAK Bank, which operates in Dubai but is based in neighbouring Ras Al Khaimah, has said that 2,500 of its expatriate customers were leaving every month with unpaid credit card bills. These individuals were also likely to be leaving behind bouncing cheques for accommodation and cars. During Dubai’s boom years, expatriates from around the world took advantage of cheap credit and a booming economy to live a luxury lifestyle. Easy credit arrangements meant that they could buy penthouses, motorboats and expensive cars with little or no scrutiny from lenders. When the economy slowed, many foreign workers lost their jobs or had their salaries cut and became unable to keep up with their payments. Some abandoned their luxury cars at Dubai airport as they fled their debts and possible imprisonment. Some have been jailed while others have struggled to stay in Dubai. “Many of the British expatriates in particular tried to hang on as long as possible to life there and sadly many have ended up writing bounced cheques, having their passports confiscated so they cannot leave the country and really living in appalling conditions in bedsits shared with maids, or even in cars parked in car parks,” Mr Nuseibeh said. About 10 per cent of expatriates in the UAE have lost their jobs, according to a Yougov survey this month. This does not include the large number of construction and blue-collar workers who have also had their contracts cancelled. The large number of redundancies has led many to forecast that the population of the UAE — and Dubai in particular — could shrink this year, partly because visas are revoked 30 days after leaving a job, prompting many foreign workers to leave. UBS, the Swiss bank, has estimated that Dubai’s population of 1.5 million could fall by 8 per cent this year while Political Capital estimates the decline could be between 14 per cent and 28 per cent. The UAE economy grew rapidly in recent years, driven by high oil prices and Dubai’s construction and tourism boom. Economic growth is now expected to fall to minus 1.4 per cent this year before recovering to 4.1 per cent next year. Many of the large construction projects in Dubai have stopped as a result of the downturn. House prices and rents have reportedly fallen by about 40 per cent. Engulfed in the downturn • Dubai is one of the seven emirates and the most populous city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Its main revenues are from tourism, property and financial services Property and construction form a large part of the Gulf state’s economy. Revenues from petroleum and natural gas account for less than 6 per cent of Dubai’s $37 billion (£22.5 billion) economy. It is estimated that Dubai produces 240,000 barrels of oil a day as well as substantial quantities of gas from offshore fields.• Dubai’s oil reserves are expected to be exhausted in 20 years Property values, construction and employment have all fallen as the economy has slowed As of February 2009, Dubai’s foreign debt was estimated at $100 billion, which means that each of its 250,000 UAE nationals are responsible for $400,000 in foreign debt .

Kisahnya Al Ghayati

2009-08-07T18:52:00.006+04:00

Menetap di sini tanpa diduga syok juga lah.Hassan sememangnya lagi seronok dia ke tempat kerja 10minit aje dah sampai. Setiap dua kali seminggu ke Ruwais untuk aktiviti berenang bersama kawan2nya. Saya pula kadang2 aje ikut, itu pun kalau ada diantara isteri2 mereka yang ikut. Masa itu saya akan buat sedikit makanan dan bawa buah2an,yang lain tu bawa minuman biskut dan tah apa2 lagi. Musim panas ni pergi lewat balik lepas isyak.Bestnya tempat tu ada tempat solat dan bilik air. Tiada masalah lah nak balik lewat kan. Makanya di situ lah our dinner.

Masyarakat tempatan di sini pula pemurah, ya tak ya pulak orang kampung....mana nak sama dengan orang kotaraya yang tah apa disibukan. Lagi pun kebanyakan mereka berasal dari Saudi. Kelakarnya mereka suka bercuti di tengah padang pasir Saudi,sudah semestinya segala keperluan lengkap. Dari sini ke Saudi tak jauh, boleh memandu. Untuk kami yang tiada saudara dan kenalan rapat,tak boleh lah. Kalau lah Jeddah dekat situ baru lah boleh....Nama je dekat dengan sempadan Saudi tapi satu hari perjalanan baru sampai.

Hampir setiap minggu ada aje yang menjemput Hassan ke majlis atau jamuan entah apa2. Macam orang Melayu lak, ada2 aje majlisnya. Tapi lelaki aje yang di jemput, munkin ada perempan bahagian lain, al maklum lah rumah sebesar alam. Kalau saya pergi pun bukan boleh berbual2 pun. Kalau Hassan tidak dapat hadir mereka akan hantar makanan.Masyarakat tempatan kalau mengadakan majlis kawin, siap unta2 remaja jadi makanan utama. Haritu agak terlebih sembeli agaknya, jadinya rezeki kami la... dapat daging unta. Dapatlah saya masak 3kali. Rasanya? Emmmm sedap manis dan lembut.Dulu ada juga makan, tapi beli punya. Mana nak sama kan, liat tak sedap, dibandingkan orang bagi ni. Unta tua gamaknya. Forget it. Ada pak arab tu dengan bangga bagi kita susu untanya,katanya unta belakang rumah khas utk susu aje. Boleh.....

Harga makanan dan barang keperluan lain agak mahal di sini. Tak sesuai.....Tapi tak kisah, kami ni setiap 2minggu sekali berhibur dan bermalam di Abu Dhabi. Sebelum balik, destinasi terakhir adalah pasar sayur2an dan buah2an. Sebelum tu dah borong barang2 dan makanan kering di pasaraya. Maklumlah musim panas mana boleh tinggalkan dalam kereta walaupun sikijam lah~macam dlm oven. Setelah tiba di rumah kena atur elok2 makan dalam gobok ais,nak bagi tahan lama kan. Di sini kami tidak pernah makan di restoran, tak ada nan sedap. Saya masak lagi best lah kan. Kalau tidak nak buat apa pula bawang, kentang, lemon, tomato dll yang bertimbun2 tu kan. Kalau tidak masak setiap hari pasti rosak dan lembek barang2 tu.Nanti kan dah bazir.......dosa pulakkk. Sekarung besar sayuran dan sekotak buah2an tu memang murah gila lah. Mana nak dapat harga kat Malaysia camni, apasal hah. Contoh seperti sekarong karet dalam 12kg lebih kurang rm11 yang di import dari Saudi. Manis lak lagi. Ini macam banyak saya buat jus aje. Sikit2 je masak. Tentang sayuran lain tu buat salad. Maknanya makanan saya di sini memang berubah abis...

Langsir Opis Hiasan Rumah

2009-07-28T20:47:00.003+04:00

Leh kerana UAE ini sering kali dilanda angin kencang, rebut pasir , faham2 aje lah kan…Ha, masa tu lah berebut2 debu2 pasir nak masuk dalam rumah, terutama celah2 tingkap dan pintu..Maka langsir spt dlm gambar tu paling senang nak di uruskan. Pertama kali angin rebut berlaku di sini pada 15 dan 16 Julai lalu. Tapi tak seteruk Dubai, yang sememang sentiasa berdebu. Sebab banyak construction site. Anyway it has helped bring down the temperature to 40 degree Celsius and the comfort index to reasonably comfortable. Berbalik tentang langsir ni, kita mmg dah lama berangan nakan langsir camni.Nasib baik seminggu sebelum pindah, Opis berdekatan yang dah kantoi dek krisis ekonomi melelong perabut2nya. Perabut2nya pasti berkualiti kan, sebab syarikat British kan. Jadi kami ni kan, dengan senyum simpul membuat tinjauan di Opis berkenaan dan setelah tawar menawar kami membeli enam langsir dari sebelas langsir yang mereka ada. Kami juga membeli kerusi dan meja utk ruang Opis di rumah kami. Yang best tu ia tidak payah dibasuh, lap je dengan kain lembab. Debu pasir tak melekat pun. Ia Nampak kemas dan sedap mata memandang untuk dinding kami yang berwarna biru dan sesuai untuk kami yang sukakan keserdahanan

Busy Organising

2009-07-01T22:36:00.005+04:00

Time fly very quickly without noticing it until I realised my last entry date far behind. I been silence too long I guess. The reason was that packed and unpacked thing had taken the place. I am so busy, clumsy and out of depth, because all of sudden, hubby called from his office and said, “Guess what? I think you have to pack, we r going to move to a new residence this Friday”. Actually I’m kind of excited, because after 2-month hubby worked there only we got a place to live in together. Meaning, we have to grab the place before anyone does. Huh, enough for him living in a bachelor caravan and driving about 800km every weekend to meet his loves one, haa…ha. All that point I was feeling sorry for him, he must be tired. Just imagine, he started his journey immediately after office hours on Thursday and went back to Ghayati after fajr on Sunday or Saturday at 5pm. He likes to drive fast, that’s adding my worries. Especially if he went back to Ghayati at night, that is the road to Saudi. Thank god, on Friday 5 June, at 6am we were ready to empty our home. Few labours were there, organising our belonging to fill in the lorry. The things we didn’t want to come with us are the dusty curtain, shower curtain and some kitchen utilities. It will definitely be an adjustment from where I was living and many other things. At 9.45am the lorry head off to Abu Dhabi, hubby had to arrange things in the car, then we went to the supermarket to buy juices and some fresh fruits. Finally, we hit the road at 10am. Actually, I was hoping that we could move at 8.30 or at least 9am, to avoid the summer high temperature. It was 45 degrees and alhamdulillah we arrived to our destination at 2pm and the lorry an hour later. First steps done, then we had to unpacked and organising the new home. It is wonderful place, I beginning to love this remote area.

Prince Azim of Brunei

2009-06-01T12:47:00.007+04:00

Spoilt, moi? Prince Azim is above the plain old superrich Who is this pint-sized, diamond-covered Furby? Our correspondent talks to the latest fixture on the celebrity circuit Camilla Long So what exactly does a billionheir do all day? “Wake up, then . . .” Prince Azim of Brunei, 25, fiddles with an enormous turqoise cocktail ring (real, but he’s not sure exactly what stone it is). “Sometimes, I stay in bed all day and watch DVDs. Sometimes I write songs – lyrics. My friend has a studio, so I’ll go to see him and put songs down, with him at the keyboard. That’s my creative process,” he sighs, “but I don’t think I’ll ever release anything.”A pint-sized, diamond-covered Furby with a shock of black hair and dancing features, Prince Azim probably need not worry about his recording career any time soon. As the second son of the Sultan of Brunei, he is set to inherit a slice of his father’s whopping £25 billion oil fortune, so life will never be any more taxing than the odd dinner at Nobu and nights at “Mahiki!” he squeals in his high-pitched, MTV voice. “I think I’m addicted. It’s all the cheesy music they play.”

Jade Goody and the Sultan of Brunei's son Prince Azim's close friendship makes them possibly one of the weirdest duos in the world of showbiz. As heatworld was the first to reveal yesterday, Azim bought Jade a rather gorgeous diamond ring as a way of saying thank you for Jade buying the drinks when they met up. But get this – the ring's only bloody well worth £3million. THREE. FREAKING. MILLION. As in pounds. Along with the Rausings, the Mittals and the Abramoviches, Prince Azim occupies a level above the plain old superrich. For him, life is a boggling whirl of superyachts, private 747s, massive rocks and security – a world far beyond anything the Beckhams could dream of. “My dad once gave me a solid-gold and diamond GameBoy,” he says. “I was like, this is too heavy, I want a normal one.” His three bodyguards are a constant shadow on the party circuit. “You just accept things,” he shrugs.And yet, he insists, he’s no materialist – his most treasured possessions are “my pictures”, he says solemnly. He picks up a photograph, one of countless celebrity snaps that line the dining room of his mother’s vast house – sorry, terrace of houses – in Kensington. “Leonardo [DiCaprio]. I met him at the Baftas a couple of years ago. We talked about some green charity. Orlando Bloom,” he points to another, “I met at the premiere of Kingdom of Heaven. And Johnny Depp was at the Dorchester.” (Azim’s father owns the hotel, along with the Plaza Athénée in Paris, the Beverly Hills Hotel in LA and, oh, yes, 531 Mercs.) “He was very nice. I [also] met him at Cipriani,” he says. Here’s another, in a black suit, on a polo field, with a bemused Prince Charles and sons William and Harry. “The princes – very, very nice,” he says. “They were playing polo somewhere and someone introduced us.” In the entrance hall, there is, rather spookily, a picture of Azim with Heath Ledger. “He was really, really nice.”The prince is not afraid of showing his love of celebrities, either. He once sent a private jet to deliver a £3m diamond necklace and ring to Mariah Carey – “Some things are exaggerated,” he tweets. He hired his idol, Diana Ross, to sing at a party in 2004, and flew in Michael Jackson to another last year. Almost anyone, it seems, will do. He had a notorious escapade with Jade Goody. He was snapped leaving a club with the Big Brother foul-mouth, who was wearing, the tabloids claimed, a £30,000 ring he had given her. “She was a very nice person,” he says. “A wonderful person. I don’t judge people by what I read. I asked her if she needed a ride home, and she was with her boyfriend Jack, so we sent them home.”Aside from the celebrity-chasing – “Madonna, if you’re reading, I want a picture!” – Azim fills his time with charity work, such as Fashion for Relief, organised by Naomi Campbell, which raised money for the Rotary Flood Disaster Appeal and which he supported by – what else? – appearing in a catwalk show. “[My first thought was] I’m too short,” he squeals. “Need I wear heels?” He found it “scary. You’ve got Claudia Schiffer and Kate Moss in the front row. I mean, I’ve met some of them before, but I don’t really hang out with them”. Afterwards, he says: “Kate was nice. She said, ‘Good work.’ I said, ‘Thank you very much. Can I have a picture?’ ” Fashion is another passion for the prince. In Versace jeans, a yellow T-shirt and a black waistcoat he designed himself – “only for myself, not a range” – his own taste is distinctive. “I like designers who are different: Galliano, Versace,” he says. "I don’t like following the trend. I do go shopping, but not all the time".In fact, the reason for our extraordinary invitation to Azim’s mansion is none other than a weekend bag he has designed for charity for the luggage giant MCM, which is relaunching in the UK next month. “It’s called the Prince Collection,” he coos.Azim spends half the year in Brunei, in northwest Borneo. “It’s a place to relax,” he says. Educated in Singapore and at Oxford Brookes, Azim is part of a colourful family. His uncle, Prince Jefri, achieved fame in the 1980s for his flashy lifestyle, including a 180ft yacht called Tits, complete with tenders Nipple 1 and 2. He was sued for embezzlement by Azim’s father, but the brothers are now reconciled. Prince Azim of Brunei pictured on a nightout at the Mahiki nightclub in London. UK. Azim himself has three full siblings and eight half-brothers and sisters through his father’s other two wives. “My father treats us all the same,” says Azim. “He’s a very intelligent and reserved man.” His mother, a former air stewardess, split up with his father six years ago – but not before adopting (keep up) 10 further children from all over the world. Azim cites his parents’ break-up as one of the worst times of his life. “You never want that to happen to anybody, but we made her laugh,” he says. “Why does anybody split up? Irreconcilable differences.”As for his own romantic life, “I’m one of those unlucky-in-love people,” says Azim, who lays claim to two past girlfriends. Love at first sight “happened to me”, he confirms, “but she got married. I don’t think you should force it – everybody finds their someone”. Instead, he surrounds himself with a loyal core of protectors/friends/social secretaries such as Nash, a pretty little munchkin in a Juicy Couture tracksuit who escorts the Style crew to the Prince’s gold-encrusted home, where yet more hangers-on loll around, along with bodyguards and ancient Bruneian staff, who trot out a stream of cakes, chocolates and hot drinks. “My sisters Azima and Fadzilla – Godzilla with an F, ha, ha, ha! – are based over here, so I see them a lot,” he says. “Being alone is my biggest fear.” Unsurprisingly, he is wary of new people and being taken advantage of. “It comes with the territory,” he says. “I know a lot of people see me as a party person.” Back home, he’s kept on a tighter leash – official engagements and no holidays, because “it’s a whole big deal with the High Commission, so sometimes you just don’t want the headache”, says the prince who, apart from travelling to the UK, has only ever been abroad twice. Poor Azim! For all his cartoonish behaviour, he is a rather lovable character, a sensitive soul who cries at films such as In Her Shoes, and who, in spite of the absurd things he does with it, seemingly appreciates his wealth.“Yes, I’m spoilt! But I’m grateful to have what I have, and I like to share it,” he says. “My mother was good in making us realise that material things aren’t everything. If I had nothing tomorrow, I’d be able to live my life and still be happy and enjoy it, because I don’t need all this gold. I just need e-mail and Twinkie rolls.” But he wouldn’t quite be the same without it.

Depression

2009-05-05T14:42:00.004+04:00

When we were in school, nothing much we know about life. Mostly just do what we been told, supportively with guidance and love to go on with whatever objective it might be. I remember this was not what happened to my classmate. Yeah, naturally everyone has some ups and downs, and sadness is a natural emotion. The normal stresses of life can lead anyone to feel sad every once in a while. When I was a teen I have had some of this experienced. Things like an argument with a friend, a breakup, doing poorly on a test, not being chosen for a team, or a best friend moving out of town can lead to feelings of sadness, hurt, disappointment, or grief. These reactions are usually brief and go away with a little time and care. One of my classmates in school had a similar experience, and I can’t even begin to imagine what to say other than I’m sorry. Someone told me about her unhappy family atmosphere and high–stress living situations. It was as if her parents were both miseries and never gave her any confidence that she could succeed in life. Because of her sadness constantly, this may seem like no reason for me to accept as true. My friends and I were always made an effort to make her happy, but we stopped after our energy wasted on cheering her with our jokes and all. So we just walked away thinking not to waste any time with such difficult person with lack of energy to laugh and inability to enjoy things that could bring pleasure. At that point, I didn’t have any thought about depression. Until years later, I learned that made her prone to depression, condition. By that time, I didn’t know where she was about. I could only say, “I’m so so sorry you had to go through that, I wish I could help you”. Every time when I know someone in depression or any article related to it, I will think of her and makes me wonder how much issue can trigger u to depression. Depression drains your energy, hope, and drive, making it difficult to do what you need to feel better. To some people overcoming depression isn’t quick or easy, it’s far from impossible. However, there are vast different in every individuals —even if your depression is severe and stubbornly persistent, the willpower, having some control will determine your recovery. People who are depressed shouldn't wait and hope it will go away on its own because depression can be effectively treated. The key to depression recovery is to start small and build from there. Feeling better takes time, but you can get there if you make positive choices for yourself each day. Just get moving and starts now. The possibility of getting great return is from the small energy and simple steps, but if you make time for them each day, they’ll quickly add up with much more in return. Anyway, I strongly believe the most powerful anti-depressions is dua’ of course with never neglected prayer. Always says there is no will or power except Allah, beside your strength to solve your problem and other dua’. He has power over all things (Quran 6:17). Acknowledge that God is free from injustice, no hardship without reason.

Be Happy

2009-04-22T08:59:00.007+04:00

Maybe some people are feeling down in the dumps right now. Even me a little. So I thought I'd started a list that I’ve experienced well on me and a new list to share it with everyone, so that when I am feeling low, I can consult my list and find something to lift my spirits. It works pretty well. Yes, when times seem not to go right a list of good things is a tonic in itself. What I like best is written below.Please feel free to share with me the things that make you happy too. Together, we can raise our general state of happiness! (Note: These are all things that do not require another person:) This what makes me happy!

Kyusuk in prayer Morning sunlight, on the beach. My husband. My Cats. A hot milo and milk. A bath, especially with cherry blossom shower gel. Reading, especially find a meaning from Al Quran. Candle under Lavender home fragrance oil. Thinking of maroon roses. Working in my garden. Body Massage.

Actually, the most important ~

Gratefulness is the key to a happy life that we hold in our hands, because if we are not grateful, then no matter how much we have we will not be happy -- because we will always want to have something else or something more.

Think Twice

2009-04-20T18:09:00.005+04:00

One of the things you like to eat in summer is always ice cream. I’ve been faithfully to this ice cream made in UAE name IGLOO and Kwality. I never bought others than this two brand. It tastes very very nice.But this time I bump into a new product name “raspberry iced smoothie”

made in uk, an extremely tempting sort of brand and its written there no preservative, no artificial colours ……no all bad things I should say. I’m excited to taste and pause after second bite, hesitant to confirm ~ halal or not. I have to read the ingredients. I do not know what are pectin, sodium alginate, and guar gum. Could be some form of gelatine. I’m not sure really what to do next, or maybe just give away to anybody out there, that doesn’t care about the ingredients. Or…… Let it stay in the freezer for a while, before I take any action.I knew my problem actually shopped when I’m hungry would end up buying unnecessary things. I think many are same me.So do not go shopping when you are hungry.

Slow the Aging Process

2009-04-15T20:49:00.008+04:00

Main article: HypovitaminosisD

Deficiency of vitamin D can result from a number of factors including: inadequate intake coupled with too little sunlight (UVB) exposure, disorders that limit its absorption from the gastrointestinal tract, conditions that impair transmitting of vitamin D into active metabolites, such as liver or kidney disorders and body characteristics such as skin color and body fat. Did you ever wonder why some people could eat all they want and not getting fat; while others are always fight extra pounds? Because the vitamin D and calcium status. Vitamin D from UV-B sunlight normalize food intake and normalize blood sugar by stimulating the Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone (MSH), which is significant hormone in weight loss and energy production. Weight normalization is associated with higher levels of vitamin D and adequate calcium. Obesity is associated with vitamin-D deficiency. In fact, obese persons have impaired production of UV-B-stimulated D and impaired absorption of food source and supplemental D. Rarely deficiency can result from a number of hereditary disorders. Deficiency results in impaired bone mineralization, and leads to bone softening diseases. Calcium regulates the growth and repair of bones and strengthens your immune system. It can protect against osteoporosis and fight inflammation, which is a key component of stress-related aging. The sun has natural antibacterial properties as well, which used to treat skin disorders such as acne, eczema, and athlete's foot. And there is scientific evidence to suggest that the Vitamin D produced by sun exposure can help your body's ability to heal and maybe even prevent certain types of cancer.

So hey, go expose yourself to a little sunlight every day or follow me putting yourself on a weekly sun exposure program, besides being a relaxing time-out, may be the key to enjoying the benefits of increased vitality, health, and well-being.

So get out there and use the sun - it's the gift that keeps on giving!

Out of Your Comfort Zone

2009-04-14T12:00:00.007+04:00

To step outside a person's comfort zone, they must experiment with new and different behaviors, and then experience the new and different responses that then occur within their environment. Getting out of your comfort zone is a great way to push your limits and make you physically and mentally stronger. It is about how far you can challenge yourself, not just limits in your office or in the business. Try a new activity or games. Those who have had been stuck in the comfort zone, always stay within these boundaries that you will never truly know all that is possible. I do the same thing every single day. And the weird part my friends see my years in Malaysia was very different, now I don’t drive to work, don’t have meetings, don’t need to be at any place at any time and don’t have cats around etc. Yet, surprisingly I am fine with it, alhamdullilah. The secret I told them is to understand the truth about your habits. They always stand for past successes. You have formed habitual, automatic behaviours because you once dealt with something successfully, tried the same response next time, and found it worked again. That’s how habits grow and why they feel so useful. To get away from what’s causing your unhappiness and workplace depression, you must give up on many of your most fondly believed habits. Those habits are going to block you from finding new and creative ideas. Don’t you think learning a new thing, new ways of thinking and acting will be more interesting? I believe this is one way to access successful change. Don’t focal point, on what you like to do because you are actually limiting your knowledge. On my personal experiences, I found that you would sometimes even start to enjoy those things that you never thought you would. So I pick a day to change things up and experience something new. My latest challenge was consider quite tough at the beginning that I had to prepared breakfast box and all by 7am, every Saturday morning! That is something I never though I can do. Now I have a better handle on it and I am enjoying playing under the morning sun, a good balance of physical exercise~ the enjoyment of swimming, walking on the beach and the most valuable natural vitamin D you’ll get from the morning sunshine…… Thank god, my husband is supportive and always agreed with my hearty ideas. Well….I should say we are somewhat comical and crazy sometimes. At this moment to break away from that morning rituals’ is impossible, as I discovered the benefit to my health and beauty. Above all, you’ll be free to understand the truth of living that much of what happens to you is no more than chance.

Change I Believe In

2009-04-09T13:42:00.008+04:00

I am naturally shy and quiet person that many know me of my silences and may be not interesting to be with. Throughout my entire life especially before I turn somewhere nineteen, I’ve never been able to get past the uncomfortable feeling that come with shyness. Talking to crowd is particularly agonizing me. I hated myself of having this behaviour. When I was nineteen my father sent me to some kind of business motivation section organised by the government, for two weeks. It was actually, for people are already in business. Even though the subject was not much related to our livelihood, but it benefitted us a lot as we were the youngest in that group, we had observed and learned from their veracity, reliability and potential in their attain. I comprehend this course as like mental conditioning and edifying. As a result, I’ve been able to meet my shyness head-on, and meet new people, carry on conversation with strangers and do public speaking. Ma’syAllah no problem. First time I leave my comfort zone and wrestle with the initial anxieties that accompany all those fears of failure something that is for me miracle then happens. I became empower and revitalize, then next time will be easier to leave it and we are able to take bigger chances with whatever risk. I can tell you my incredible feeling of excitement is the new beginning of my life adventurous. I improve myself time after time with a lot of reading, attending courses related to self-improvements and motivational. I am a fan of Dr Fazilah Kamisah, which I have all his CD and while I was driving, I like to listen to his sense of humour motivation. Also funny, I found myself implement it all. Scarification you need in your time and all. Over the years I have discovered that we all have the ability to determine what we feel when we’re outside of our comfort zone. Just focus on what you want to have happen and are the one actually make the choice as to whether we’re going to experience fear or excitement. We are going to accomplish anything of any consequence and the first step is to get it through your head that you absolutely positive can do it. Change is difficult thing but necessary to progress in life.

Save Money

2009-04-08T22:29:00.004+04:00

By Jennifer Mulrean It's getting harder to blame savings shortfalls on your measly pay stub.In fact, how much you save has little to do with your income, research by economists Steven Venti and David Wise shows. It has more to do with whether you want to save and are willing to adjust to boost your saving.Ventis and Wises 2000 study, "Choice, Chance and Wealth Dispersion at Retirement," found a wide range in how much people at the same income levels were able to save for retirement. The study also pointed out that it wasn't just the higher income folks who managed to save the most. Indeed, people in the lowest income groups were able to save more than some of their middle-income peers -- by about $100,000. Their conclusion? "Persons with little savings on the eve of retirement have simply chosen to save less and spend more over their lifetimes."The key, then, is spending less than you earn. Tahira Hira would agree with this conclusion. A professor of personal finance and consumer economics at Iowa State University, Hira has spent more than 25 years studying how and why people spend, and why some people get into financial trouble. "We don't stop and think that earning money is only one part of financial health," Hira says. "The other part is learning how to manage money."Many people don't have a clueA big source of money problems, Hira says, is that people just don't know enough about their own financial reality. "They don't know what they earn, they don't know what it takes to live, and they don't know their discretionary income."Her advice? Educate yourself. Sit down with your monthly bills and statements and figure out your income and outgo. Then, decide if you like the picture you see. If not, you'll need to create a plan for changing it.To help with the process, Hira recommends asking your self these three questions: Who am I? What's my current financial picture? How do I want to live? How do I want to use my money? How can I make the best use of my money?

Treat managing your money like you would any other household task and allot enough time for it every month. Hira notes that many of the financial tools that have made life more convenient -- such as credit cards -- can promote bad financial habits and prolong debt when misused. Credit cards should be used as the cash-management tool they are, not a borrowing tool, she says. "We're spending tomorrow's money when we put things on a credit card," she says. "You keep locking yourself up and losing your freedom."

The bottom line on financial health? "Stop spending."

Six UAE billionaires on Forbes Arabia wealth list

2009-04-05T21:55:00.003+04:00

Dubai: UAE billionaires Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, Shaikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Majid Al Futtaim, Saif Al Ghurair, Abdullah Al Futtaim and Khalaf Al Habtoor have found prominent mention on a list of 34 richest Arabs published by Forbes Arabia. "The Arab Billionaires List for 2009 line-up includes 34 Arabs with a combined wealth of around $115.8 billion [Dh425.4 billion], 35 per cent lower than last year's $177.6 billion," the publication said in a report. In terms of cumulative wealth based on nationality, the six UAE billionaires ranked second behind only Saudi Arabia, with a combined wealth of $21.4 billion. The new entrant to the billionaire list from the UAE is Shaikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan who, with a personal wealth of $4.9 billion, ranks second in the UAE, eighth among Arab billionaires and 104th globally. The notable absentee from the UAE on the 2009 list was Mahdi Al Tajir. "Shaikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Minister for UAE Presidential Affairs, is the newest billionaire in the Gulf region. Shaikh Mansour is the first person from the ruling family in Abu Dhabi to run an investment business under his own name," the report said. Shaikh Mansour emerged as a major international investor in September 2008 when he acquired the English football club Manchester City in a $300 million deal. His investments expanded in the UK when he played a major role in bailing out Barclays Bank when the British Government sought to nationalise it. Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, CEO of Mashreq Bank, one of the largest retail banks in the UAE, is ranked first in the UAE, fourth in the Arab World and 57th globally, with an estimated wealth of $7.8 billion. This is seen as a noteworthy achievement since the economic downturn has affected the banking sector and has led to an 18 per cent decline in the value of Mashreq Bank's shares since June 2008. The report placed Majid Al Futtaim, founder and president of the Majid Al Futtaim Group, in third place with wealth valued at $3 billion. He ranks 12th in the Arab world and 205th globally. Al Futtaim invests mainly in real estate and retail sectors. The report put the Saif Al Ghurair family fourth in the UAE, with a total wealth of $2.8 billion coming in 16th in the Arab world and 224th globally. Abdullah Al Futtaim with wealth of $1.8 billion, has been ranked fifth in the UAE, resulting in a ranking of 22 in the Arab World and 397 globally. Abdullah Al Futtaim's group represents some of the most prominent electronics and automobile brands in the country. Khalaf Al Habtoor, chairman of the Al Habtoor Group, has been ranked sixth in the UAE with wealth of $1.1 billion. He comes in at 29 in the Arab world and 647 globally. Khuloud Al Omian, managing editor of Forbes Arabia, said, "The high number of Arab billionaires indicates a state of relative stability in the Arab economies. The presence of 34 individuals with a net worth of more that $100 billion is impressive given the geopolitical and economic volatility experienced throughout the region over the past years." Kuwait retained third spot on the list behind Saudi Arabia and the UAE with four billionaires. Lebanon dropped from second to fourth place this year after the exclusion of four of its billionaires (Nazik Hariri, Hind Hariri, Said Khoury and Hasib Sabbagh), retaining only three billionaires in the latest list. Lebanon is followed by Egypt, which also ended up with three billionaires.

Why American Live in The Tent

2009-04-05T21:19:00.003+04:00

I watched The Oprah Show on TV somewhere last month, but there was coverage about something that coming back to my mine. It was about how the economic crises affecting on our lives. Everyday we read about people losing their job in every corner in this world. Nevertheless, the most heartbreaking news was from the Oprah Show, that many unemployment Californians are voluntary to live in tents.

This was reported from journalist Lisa Ling from her home town of Sacramento, is among thee hardest hit areas, with an estimated 1,200 people living in the tent cities, but officials say these communities are popping up all over the country and wont be going away soon. She then interviewed one of them who been living there for six months with her husband after both lost their job.

It was devastating to see them lose their personal memento the moment they walked away from their foreclosed homes. They have deadline to vacate, than the “cleaning crew” arrived emptying the house. I saw good furniture, dinner sets, kitchen equipment, pictures wall, etc, which are impossible to take with them to their new palace. The question is why people are not spending carefully, I mean why would you must over spend especially when you know you don’t have saving and cannot afford own home. They are now one of the example of being wastefulness and reckless spending people facing the consequences. We should take responsibility for ourselves then. Huh, it is scary thing if u can’t save and not everybody has those skills, enough for me to remind myself in spending wisely, not to indulgence on unnecessary things.

Wonderful Pegaga

2009-03-30T16:53:00.010+04:00

pegaga in the fish pond When come to beauty treatment I would much preferred the traditional one. Like what we have in Malaysia and Indonesia, they have been used satisfactorily for ages. In all cultures, people are acquainted with ways of looking after themselves by using the resources that nature that provided for them. When I was in Malaysia I used the materials that easily available around our house. This is simple traditional practice to maintain our health and youth. Pegaga (centella asiatica) and Mengkudu is my favourite. Why? Ok let me tell you about this pegaga. Firstly because I grew one group on the soil another group on a sandy fish pond. Both are well grown and producing more plants all over the garden. There are clean and no chemicals involvement. We consume this wonderful plant, because it produces the valuable properties. What I know from my grandmother, pegaga has minerals and vitamins, which maintain youth and health. Also scientific evidence confirms the active constituents, the asiaticosides, enhance the epidermis cell replacement and production of collagen and thickening of the skin ~ it’s a great anti-aging property!

Other things 1. Skin healing 2. Relieve hypertension 3. Treats open sores 4. Improve the tone of the circulation system 5. Tonic for the brain, etc. I never knew that it’s also preventing women from becoming pregnant. Mmmmm….now I know the reason, why I never productive ! But Allah knows better than all of us. Well, anyway I should be grateful of having good health and all. Yaalah. But I do miss pegaga and the garden.

The School of Beauty Therapist

2009-03-25T21:55:00.006+04:00

I enrolled myself at the school only after having confident that their courses offered International recognised qualification. The first day our instructor told us the things we needed to buy. That was reasonable; as we could use it later, we finished our school. Nevertheless, the boring part was that when she wanted everyone to have white uniform, only for the two days exam. What a waste! Huh! Geramnya aku.Dah la skirt pendek. Despite the difficulties in some part, it was fun environment. The school atmospheres and the people were very nice. We took turn among us for facial treatment practices. Therefore, we can feel how it was like under someone’s hand. There were also walked in volunteer surrendered their face for our experiment. Ghee...That was really good for us……tenyeh……tenyeh….But I felt sorry for them if that treatment turned bad on them. Well ….that was the price for free treatment and services.

The difficult part was about preparations for the examination. I’m telling you, I don’t want to memoires thing like I was in the high school. O…boy …it was science biological subject! It was all in English, as I am from Malay medium school. Ok, I told myself, “nothing comes easy for a better future’’. No problem then, so I started to be exited, learned about the function of blood vessels; arteries, veins, capillaries. Circulation of lymph fluid, the interaction of lymph and blood within the circulation system is very impact to our face and body. This is very important for facial and shoulder massages. So, never put hand on clients face and starts moving it as you like, without having knowledge on lymphatic system. It was funny also I had to know how to describe the position of facial expression, the muscles of mastication and the muscles that move the head and shoulder and name all of the muscles, and now forgotten how many of them. We learned about nail, how to improved the appearance and its condition and adjacent skin. That was the thing manicure and pedicure I never did to client after graduated until now, and I hate it, except for myself and my sisters. One of my favourite subjects was about on how to identify the client requirements for services and products, maintained and improved services to the client. And a few things we learned on safety (electronics equipment) and security in a salon. Meaning, we learned all aspects of beauty. Yeah… of course, should know how much I’ve paid to that school. Alhamdulillah, no regrets and woo….. benefit a lot to me.

What I Wanted To Do

2009-03-24T13:36:00.002+04:00

At the beginning of my profession, I was stylish in the meaning no headscarf what so ever. The truth was that, when became closer to God or wanted and tried to be pious person. Thinking my work in this line was not appropriate at all.At that point, I limited the involvement in this industry to more innocent job, such as bridal makeup and studio shot, especially for headscarf women.Sometimes I think it was mistakes that I should concentrate more to my beauty line instead. Then Sha Aisha / Sasha will never appeared in the media for a credit, nobody will know me. That is not so good either; I need people to know me for marketing purposed. As I like to do multilevel marketing, getting some popularity, attracted prospects was easy then. People know and trust you. That was my idea.Actually after finished high school and all, went to Singapore for a diploma in International Hairstyling at the Morris Masterclass. A Singaporean girl and I were the only Malay at that school, which was perfect place to study.The reason I preferred Singapore was that closed distance to Johor where my family lived.That was in 1980. Then worked in Singapore for a while before went to worked in Kuala Lumpur, which is more happening for that I was young.To shorten the stories, after a few years I enrolled myself at Beauty Therapist and Cosmetology School, at the Top to Toe, KL Mall. One of the reasons was because I am sick of the acne on my face; I had done everything to clear it, but failed. Everybody told me to apply this and that, eat this and that .The worse case a few beautician asked me to sign up for costly treatment and some product. Errrrrr….Real bullshit, never believed them.

Time Had To Say Good Bye

2009-03-16T21:53:00.000+04:00

It has been three and half years since I retired as a makeup artist. This is good for the makeup student, especially my own student. Well, more that what you could imagine why…I guess I am just getting bored and needed to venture to a new world that more interesting…. Therefore, I choose UAE to start a new excitement lifestyle. Here, now with the new husband and had to start all over again. New culture lah katakana.Terkejut beruk jap. Anyway I had a great time and I am proud to say that I am one of that fabulous (perasa…n) makeup artist, even though I wear headscarf with loose-fitting cloth. What matters them was the skill and creativity of my touch. So…. you see don’t judge book by its cover. Really, want to know about them that I had instructed. Are they doing well or having problem. Because I’m ready to help and guide, insyallah.This is the massage for you there. Come and get me.