Assalammu'alaikum family, friends, readers and followers of this blog. Again, I got down to this right when it is the last leg of June.
How fast is it that is already half a year gone? This entire month, I took half day leaves on Thursday so I could fetch Baby M from school and get plenty of time to travel home and break my fast with my family.
I realized I had to have something planned for Friday so the need to send her to school would be greater and so I would send her in earlier. So I decided to do deliveries job for friends, arranging my first delivery at 10-ish am. Which means i need to send her to school well before 9 am.
It worked. The latest I had was really 9 am. Other days, i sent her in at 8.20 am, 8.40 am.. She will cry, oh yes, she will.. Because well, it was a little early for her. I mean on other days, she either skip school or got sent between 10-11 am.
Tough love is necessary baby. It is.. You need to get used to this.
This Ramadhan, I felt truly ashamed to meet the end and yet not fulfill much. I felt bad, ashamed to even tell Allah how I have neglected much of my time despite not doing taking any orders. I felt bad that I am looking forward to resume my business. I felt horrible that all the nights were lazy.
Weekends were truly short, especially our Sundays. we breakfast at my in-laws on Sundays, then had to leave by 9 pm to send Baby M to her mama. So by the time we got home, it was bedtime.
We went JB on 11th. It was funny how we decided to walk to JB Sentral then discovered the bus we googled did not exist, and the staff representing the company know no shit about it either, despite showing him the website. So we walked back and walked right into customs again so we got back in SG and back in again, then we took the bus to Larkin and asked around. So there are a few buses that goes to Angsana, and we decided there and then to just go Angsana instead of the initial plan to drop by Sutera Mall. The stop was quite a distance away, so we had a good walk - just me and him. I mean how long ago did we do this, hand in hand, walking and talking about the present.
We thought we would just take a look at Angsana then walk to Jakel. The variety and competitive prices at Angsana made us decide to just get our outfits there and skip the trouble walking to Jakel, and oh we are so glad we did that. We spend less than sgd$150 to get all three outfits, oh yes.. Baby M will be celebrating Eid with us!
As we were there really early, the bazaar wasn't ready and most vendors just got there to set up. So we only got some Lemang. I wish we were there for iftar, that ayam/kambing golek look so yummy. But who am I kidding, right? The crowd + the rush to get back home is gonna be craaazzzyyyy!
Tough love is necessary baby. It is.. You need to get used to this.
This Ramadhan, I felt truly ashamed to meet the end and yet not fulfill much. I felt bad, ashamed to even tell Allah how I have neglected much of my time despite not doing taking any orders. I felt bad that I am looking forward to resume my business. I felt horrible that all the nights were lazy.
Weekends were truly short, especially our Sundays. we breakfast at my in-laws on Sundays, then had to leave by 9 pm to send Baby M to her mama. So by the time we got home, it was bedtime.
We went JB on 11th. It was funny how we decided to walk to JB Sentral then discovered the bus we googled did not exist, and the staff representing the company know no shit about it either, despite showing him the website. So we walked back and walked right into customs again so we got back in SG and back in again, then we took the bus to Larkin and asked around. So there are a few buses that goes to Angsana, and we decided there and then to just go Angsana instead of the initial plan to drop by Sutera Mall. The stop was quite a distance away, so we had a good walk - just me and him. I mean how long ago did we do this, hand in hand, walking and talking about the present.
We thought we would just take a look at Angsana then walk to Jakel. The variety and competitive prices at Angsana made us decide to just get our outfits there and skip the trouble walking to Jakel, and oh we are so glad we did that. We spend less than sgd$150 to get all three outfits, oh yes.. Baby M will be celebrating Eid with us!
As we were there really early, the bazaar wasn't ready and most vendors just got there to set up. So we only got some Lemang. I wish we were there for iftar, that ayam/kambing golek look so yummy. But who am I kidding, right? The crowd + the rush to get back home is gonna be craaazzzyyyy!
And oh! Did I say we went public? Ah yes.. it wasn't that bad, really... I guess we are just so pampered with having a car and all so we always say it is troublesome to go public into JB. It is really NOT that hard or bad la.. The drivers were helpful really. I think husband and I will be going JB for a quick date sometimes. :)
I had an appointment the next day which I totally forgot about and had went to the poly for my annoying headache, and the monthly horrible cramps since forever.
The dr there confirmed the headache was sinus related. And got me a referral for the bad cramps (like finally!)
I had an appointment the next day which I totally forgot about and had went to the poly for my annoying headache, and the monthly horrible cramps since forever.
The dr there confirmed the headache was sinus related. And got me a referral for the bad cramps (like finally!)
The NUH Appt was with regards to my lungs and bronchietasis, having found out I am falling sick almost monthly with prolong coughs again and having lost 3 kg in 6 months, she set me up for two sets of sputum test and a blood count test.
Urgh.. you know how horrid sputum test is to me! But that much concern ended me with a 3 days MC. And the boss is shocked to see me produce two MCs. How sick can being sick be... I hate being sick and not look sick and just so confused with where I rate myself in the health chart.
That week, Friday, I met up with my poly friend. We must have had at least 7-8 lost years between us, so we had a whole lot of catching up to do. As strange as it sounds, what I went through in those 7-8 years without a strong person like her, is pretty much what she had gone through without me. How amazing is this friendship?
I had tears inside me when I heard similar and familiar experiences from her. I cant help but be happy that she got it all together and has as usual, got up stronger than before.
We need so many days like Fridays to catch up and really really catch up. Just the two of us. I realized how much I had missed this friendship. A friendship that just don't need much talking, but being understood. I am so blessed to have such people to call my friends.
Alhamdulillah, while my business took a 6weeks break, I gained some customers who were recommended by my existing pool of regulars. It is a nice feeling to feel this appreciated. I think I may just bring back old products and make them nice again - with nice upgrades, of course!
During this break, I manage a few calm alterations for my Eid, and some fast sews to help to get by when I welcome a busy business period as it resumes later on. I already have a quick list building up, actually.
I know I was suppose to do an open house this Eid, but we are both not ready to host. And we keep shoving in beneath our doormat. Perhaps we will just do a small part by part open house and gradually get use to hosting in our own home. Perhaps, perhaps.
My home? Far from ready.. I am just not 100% sure about guests in my home. Not that I don't welcome them, I do.. Just not hosting. Just last Friday when my friend came over, and someone was at the door, instead of me getting up, I simply told her there is someone at the door before I quickly realize I am the host! How weird can I be?
I am not a natural talker. It is not that easy for me to break the ice. I mean I have my silent moments even with friends whom I am absolutely comfortable with.. So I don't know... I am just not a good host.. I just love and enjoy my small nest with my small family..
One last week before Eid, I sometimes wish I don't have to celebrate. I wish I can just hide in my store room and eat all the cookies I ordered myself. I wish I wish..
Hopefully nothing else crops up.. I wish everyone leave Ramadhan a better person, and continue to do so.
So, photos time! Here's some of the things I made for June 2017.
I guess you can tell I am proud to invest in my embroidery machine and have been working on it quite a lot lately. It made gifts a little easier to manage. So much love for that machine - all my machines, to be honest. :)
If you are keen with the products I make, you may visit us at Sewbasic FB or IG. Just look up the id @sewbasicsg
Speaking of business, during this 6 weeks annual break, I realized there are a lot of potential in the business to grow better. And insyaAllah, we will be coming up with new products to list.
Let's see what July has in store for us.
The last week of June is Eid, so I shall put that in another entry. Until then, have a meaningful last few days of Ramadhan, and lets open and heal our hearts with forgiveness and acceptance... May we continue all our good deeds throughout the year. Ameen!
Until I do up an Eid post, be good & do good.
Jun
Wassalam
Urgh.. you know how horrid sputum test is to me! But that much concern ended me with a 3 days MC. And the boss is shocked to see me produce two MCs. How sick can being sick be... I hate being sick and not look sick and just so confused with where I rate myself in the health chart.
That week, Friday, I met up with my poly friend. We must have had at least 7-8 lost years between us, so we had a whole lot of catching up to do. As strange as it sounds, what I went through in those 7-8 years without a strong person like her, is pretty much what she had gone through without me. How amazing is this friendship?
I had tears inside me when I heard similar and familiar experiences from her. I cant help but be happy that she got it all together and has as usual, got up stronger than before.
We need so many days like Fridays to catch up and really really catch up. Just the two of us. I realized how much I had missed this friendship. A friendship that just don't need much talking, but being understood. I am so blessed to have such people to call my friends.
Alhamdulillah, while my business took a 6weeks break, I gained some customers who were recommended by my existing pool of regulars. It is a nice feeling to feel this appreciated. I think I may just bring back old products and make them nice again - with nice upgrades, of course!
During this break, I manage a few calm alterations for my Eid, and some fast sews to help to get by when I welcome a busy business period as it resumes later on. I already have a quick list building up, actually.
I know I was suppose to do an open house this Eid, but we are both not ready to host. And we keep shoving in beneath our doormat. Perhaps we will just do a small part by part open house and gradually get use to hosting in our own home. Perhaps, perhaps.
My home? Far from ready.. I am just not 100% sure about guests in my home. Not that I don't welcome them, I do.. Just not hosting. Just last Friday when my friend came over, and someone was at the door, instead of me getting up, I simply told her there is someone at the door before I quickly realize I am the host! How weird can I be?
I am not a natural talker. It is not that easy for me to break the ice. I mean I have my silent moments even with friends whom I am absolutely comfortable with.. So I don't know... I am just not a good host.. I just love and enjoy my small nest with my small family..
One last week before Eid, I sometimes wish I don't have to celebrate. I wish I can just hide in my store room and eat all the cookies I ordered myself. I wish I wish..
Hopefully nothing else crops up.. I wish everyone leave Ramadhan a better person, and continue to do so.
So, photos time! Here's some of the things I made for June 2017.
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| I sewn this Baby Romper - 3 different boys get this same print but sewn in different ways, i.e envelope neck, snap neck and round neck option. Glad it all fits, and mommy approved! |
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| Made the coin pouch recently for my coins (duh!). I have another one for my earpieces and charging cables too. It is a versatile piece this one, I am in mad love with it. The envelope wallet was last year's creation. |
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| this one is a simple applique on a ready bought romper. (still cute!) |
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| With so many boys popping near me, this becomes mandatory to make! |
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| This i made for a friend who had been trying for 10years. So happy for her! |
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| Then the review made me so much happier! |
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| Obviously, more boys popped up/out. |
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| These Sampul Raya for my nieces and nephews. |
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| My Fit-It-All Bag as my Eid Bag |
If you are keen with the products I make, you may visit us at Sewbasic FB or IG. Just look up the id @sewbasicsg
Speaking of business, during this 6 weeks annual break, I realized there are a lot of potential in the business to grow better. And insyaAllah, we will be coming up with new products to list.
Let's see what July has in store for us.
The last week of June is Eid, so I shall put that in another entry. Until then, have a meaningful last few days of Ramadhan, and lets open and heal our hearts with forgiveness and acceptance... May we continue all our good deeds throughout the year. Ameen!
Until I do up an Eid post, be good & do good.
Jun
Wassalam
