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Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Handy Crafts

Assalammu'alaikum all friends, readers and followers of this blog..

I hope all is well for you as it is for me. Just wanna share some updates..

I've been keeping myself busy doing handy crafts for the past week. I've done two reversible pouch, one sling bag (very rough - needs improvements), 3 tissue pouches, 1 namecard holder/wallet (doesnt come out right - need lots of improvements), one small/slim pouch &one netbook sleeve/bag.

I have orders/requests coming in, after publishing my handy crafts work on FB.. Sewing/Making handy crafts makes me forget everything. To the extend that I do forget to eat/drink or to simply take a break. It makes my mind totally focused, makes my brain gears move and keep moving.

In fact, I have a long list to make/create already. I might be retailing the handy crafts that i make.. And what's great is the fact that i reuse everything. All my handy crafty work are made of old clothes that I outgrew, or torn up jeans that cannot be worn again. Initially, I was suppose to give it away or try-sell them away at dirt cheap prices, but since there are no takers/buyers, i decide to do something abt it. I just cant stand having things lying around for far too long.. So might as well..

And strange thing is, it all started off with my mind fix and wanted to try sewing all over again. And Dearie just suggested me to make a pouch since he wants one.. So i just get my mind working and running on how to create the pouch.. And wa la~ it just came out great and perfect. Too perfect for a first-timer. And Dearie likes it so much. I will be creating more because as i start using them, more have asked if I can make one for them.

Do take a look, if you're interested, do send me a comment or pm me: http://www.facebook.com/pages/create.php?campaign_id=368885149649&placement=pgall&extra_1=0#!/album.php?aid=7988&id=100001030230777

Wassalam.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Tips buat semua.. Sharing is caring =)

Assalammu'alaikum all readers...


Sorry this is in Malay.. I just happen to browse this many tips when I was searching for the varse difference between men and women.. I dunno why ppl argue.. it's a fact that men are more rational and women are more emotional based. We can't change nature. Yes, men can still be in touch with their emotions and women too can be more rational then some.. but hey.. anyways.. this is like just a great thing to share and read.. I find it useful.. esp #58 & #59. =)


You know what, i will translate it for you non-malays. =) because sharing is caring.. hehehe..


Tips buat semua (yang sedang mencari pasangan, yang berpasangan, yang curiga ingin tahu.. semua dijemput baca.. hee)


1. Semua orang ada jodoh atau pasangan yang menanti dan biasanya ia berada tidak jauh dari anda. Jarang orang bertemu dengan jodoh yang berada jauh darinya.

# everyone have a soulmate or partner who is waiting out there, and usually he/she is not far away from you. Rarely, we find a soulmate or partner far away from ourselves.

2. Jodoh itu ketentuan Allah dan kita wajib berusaha. Doa, usaha yang betul dan bersungguh-sungguh disertai dengan tawakkal, insyallah akan menemukan anda dengan pasangan anda.

# True that fate brings two souls together, but we must also work toward it. Pray, work for it properly with faith, god willing, you will meet the one who is meant for you.

3. Ramai orang masih belum bertemu jodoh kerana mudah patah semangat. Teruskan usaha sehingga anda bertemu jodoh.

# Many have yet to meet the right person possibly because they give up easily. Keep on trying till you meet yours.

4. Seimbangkan hidup anda dengan sempurna agar diri anda jadi seperti "magnet" yang menarik bakal pasangan anda kepada anda.

# Balance out your life harmoniously so you'll be a magnet that will attract "the one".

5. Daya tarikan yang sebenar berpusat di hati yang murni. Berusahalah untuk mencuci hati anda daripada semua perasaan yang negatif terhadap semua orang di dunia ini.

# The real x factor lies in your heart. Wash your heart of all the negative feelings toward others.

6. Agar mudah orang sayang, cuci hati dengan jaga ibadah, solat taubat, beristighfar, baca Al-Quran, maafkan orang lain, meminta maaf, bersedekah dan berfikiran positif.

# To make it easier for others to love you, wash your heart by caring for your good-doings (prayers), seek forgiveness from Allah, read the Holy Qur'an, forgive others, seek forgiveness from others, give others (love/donations/etc) and think positively.

7. Sayangi semua orang di sekitar anda dan anda akan menarik sayang terhadap anda. Jika anda membenci orang, ditakuti bakal pasangan anda akan membenci anda.

# Love everyone around you and you will attract love towards yourself. If you hate someone, you might make your partner hate you. (bad translation.. haha.. i guess it's saying you might be hating the "right one".

8. Orang yang sedang mencari pasangan harus sentiasa bersedia untuk bertemu dengan pasangannya pada bila-bila masa. Justeru, kita perlu sentiasa dalam keadaan yang paling menarik setiap masa. Tanggapan pertama adalah yang terpenting.

# one who is searching for a partner should always be ready to meet the one at anytime. therefore, we should always be in our best. First impression is very important.

9. Untuk lelaki, tarikan pertama ialah pakaiannya. Untuk perempuan, wajah dan bentuk badan menjadi tarikan pertama. Sediakan diri untuk menawan bakal pasangan anda.

# For men, ladies tend to be attracted by what you wear. For ladies, men tend to be attracted by your looks (face) and figure. Get ready to attract your partner!

10. Buka hati dan minda anda untuk menerima cinta. Cinta boleh berputik pada bila-bila masa. Cinta mudah datang kepada mereka yang sentiasa bersedia untuk menerima cinta.

# Open your heart and mind to accept love. Love can come anytime. Love easily become available to those who are ready to receive it.

11. Cinta datang melalui mata lalu turun ke hati. Justeru, perhebatkan hubungan mata secara memandang bakal pasangan dengan penuh kasih sayang.

Love spark through the eyes and dives into the heart. ;) Therefore strenghten your eye contact with lots of love. :p

12. Kita boleh berkomunikasi melalui fikiran. Hantarlah kasih sayang dan hasrat murni anda terhadap pasangan dengan gelombang fikiran ini secara berterusan hingga berjaya.

# We can communicate via our thoughts. Send your love and sincere and purerest intention thru your thoughts constantly till you succeed.

13. Ramai yang terlepas peluang dan patah hati sebab lewat menyatakan hasrat kepada bakal pasangan. Perkara yang baik disegerakan (iaitu menyatakan perasaan anda kepada bakal pasangan).

# Many missed their opportunity and end up with a broken heart because they hesitate too much. Good things should be told as soon as possible. Tell the person you have been eyeing your feelings.

14. Tidak salah untuk orang perempuan memulakan usaha untuk berkenalan. Orang lelaki akan sentiasa merasakan mereka yang memulakan perkenalan walaupun sebenarnya orang perempuan yang mulakan.

# It is not wrong for a woman to make the first move. Men always think they  did the first move anyway. ;)

15. Berkomunikasi dengan mesra dan bersemangat menggunakan lidah, mata, hati dan bahasa badan. Elakkan bercakap sambil lewa atau kurang sopan terhadap bakal pasangan.

# Speak with posture that sends love. Be attentive using your tongue, eyes, heart and body language. Refrain from talking rudely or as you wish (without attention) with your loved ones.

16. Berbual dengan pasangan mengenai apa yang dia suka. Beri tumpuan kepada minat dan perasaannya. Elakkan sibuk memberi tumpuan kepada diri sendiri.

# talk about what your partner likes. Give attention to her/his interest and feelings. Refrain from centering the attention to yourself.

17. Layan bakal pasangan dengan mesra seperti kawan lama walaupun baru berkenalan. Bentuk suasana keintiman dengan segera agar bakal pasangan rasa selesa.

# Treat your partner with love naturally like how you would with an old friend although you just met. Create comfort and intimacy naturally so your partner feels comfortable.

18. Makin mudah kita menceritakan hal peribadi yang munasabah kepada bakal pasangan, semakin mudah dia menceritakan hal dirinya kepada kita.

# The easier/more you tell about your deepest secret and relevant history to your partner, the easier it would be, and the more your partner will share theirs with you.

19. Berdoa dan latih diri agar kita pandai mendampingi orang lain dan seronok untuk didampingi oleh orang lain. Buang perangai yang menyebabkan orang benci kepada kita.

# Pray and practice habits that is well-liked by others so others enjoy your company, change or rid bad habits that make others uncomfortable to be around you.

20. Beri sayang untuk mendapat sayang. Orang yang masih ada perasaan benci terhadap sebarang orang boleh menyebabkan bakal pasangan benci atau tidak tertarik kepada kita. Justeru buang semua benci.

# Give love to receive love. One who have hatred in them can cause people around then to hate or less attracted to you. Therefore, throw away all your hatred.

21. Untuk wanita, jangan jual mahal terhadap bakal pasangan. Tetapi, nyatakan dengan hikmah kepadanya yang anda amat sukar untuk berkenalan dengan lelaki lain.

# to ladies, dun be too hard to impress. But tell in a matter of factly that you are really not that easy to befriend the opposing gender.

22. Kebanyakan lelaki mudah tertarik kepada perempuan yang simple, tidak materialistik, mudah berterima kasih dan redha dengan setiap pemberian lelaki tersebut.

# Men are often attracted to ladies who are simple, non-materialistic, who is easily grateful and thankful, and able to accept every gift a man give.

23. Orang perempuan mudah tertarik kepada lelaki yang memberi perhatian, penghargaan dan penghormatan kepada mereka. Justeru, orang lelaki janganlah terlalu jimat atau kedekut.

# Ladies are often attracted to men who gives attention, appreciation and respectful. Therefore, men, don't be to thrifty with ladies. ;)

24. Orang lelaki perlu belajar mengenal kerenah orang perempuan. perasaan, pemikiran, kehendak, keperluan, kesukaan dan kebenciannya.

# Men should learn about the lady's character, feelings/emotions, thoughts, wants, needs, likes and hates.

25. Elakkan memberi tumpuan kepada kelemahan dan kesilapan kecil yang ada pada bakal pasangan. Jangan sesekali mengutuk atau memalukan bakal pasangan.

# Avoid paying attention to his/her weaknesses and small mistakes/flaws that he/she has/inheritted. Don't ever criticize or embarass your partner (esp in public)

26. Senyuman ikhlas, wajah yang menawan dan bahasa badan yang penuh kemesraan akan menambat lelaki terhadap wanita.

# Smile sincerely, a glowing face and good manners that is filled with love will attract men to you.

27. Orang mudah tertawan kepada bakal pasangan yang ada persamaan dan ada perbezaan sifat, tindakan dan minat. Terlalu banyak persamaan membosankan. Banyak sangat perbezaan menyesakkan.

# Humans easily gets attracted to their partner who has similarities and differences in character, reactions and interest. Too much of a common interest can be boring. Too much differences can be suffocating.

28. Orang mudah tertarik kepada bakal pasangan yang ada sikap dan sifat yang saling mengimbangi dan melengkapkan sikap dan sifatnya.

# Humans easily gets attracted to their partner who has character and habits that balance out and complete each other.

29. Walaupun belum kenal rapat dengan bakal pasangan, nyatakan yang anda sering merasa atau berfikir seperti yang dia rasa atau fikir. Keserasian adalah tarikan.

# Tell your partner that you often feel the same. Compatibility is an attraction.

30. Perempuan membentuk hubungan dengan berbual dan bercakap. Lelaki bentuk hubungan dengan melakukan sesuatu kegiatan secara bersama.

# Ladies shape a relationship by talking and having a quality conversation. Men shape a relationship by doing something together.

31. Orang mudah tertawan kepada bakal pasangan yang mempunyai persamaan daripada berbagai segi seperti kefahaman politik, aktiviti keagamaan, sikap terhadap harta, wang dan hobi.

# Having a common ground increase your chance of attracting your partner, be it in terms of religion, political views, thoughts on assets, or even hobby.

32. Dua orang yang amat banyak perbezaan boleh serasi antara satu sama lain jika mempunyai satu atau dua persamaan yang mendalam seperti suka kepada kucing, suka melancong atau suka ramai anak.

# two different people can become compatible by having a deep passion on a common thing, like passion on animals, travelling, etc.

33. Tindakan yang serentak akan menarik bakal pasangan terhadap anda. Contohnya, serentak berpaling, serentak angkat gelas, serentak berdiri, serentak nak ke tandas.

# Doing something at the same time can also attract your partner to you.

34. Tawan hati bakal pasangan dengan pamerkan emosi yang sama terhadap sesuatu kejadian atau peristiwa – sama-sama gembira, sedih, terperanjat, benci, simpati dan sebagainya.

# Attract your partner by feeling the same emotion as her/him.

35. Dua insan mudah serasi jika mempunyai pentafsiran yang sama mengenai hubungan – tahap keakraban, kebebasan, kebergantungan, pemberian, pengorbanan dan sebagainya.

# Two people can get comfortable and compatible if they have the same stand on the relationship status - the closeness, freedom, dependency, sacrifices, etc.

36. Kenalpasti ciri-ciri yang disukai oleh bakal pasangan anda. Bentuk ciri-ciri yang disukai oleh bakal pasangan anda. Bentuk ciri-ciri ini dalam diri anda dan pamerkan kepadanya yang anda mempunyai ciri-ciri tersebut.

# Identify what your partner like in you. Build it, & shape it in you and express it to her/him.

37. Semua orang mencari cinta sejati tanpa syarat. Bakal pasangan anda akan tertarik kepada anda jika anda mengasihinya bukan kerana wajah, harta, keturunan atau glamornya.

# Everyone searches for love with no rules. Your partner will be attracted to you, if you love not because of his/her charming looks, huge paycheques, generations or reputation.

38. Bakal pasangan akan tertawan kepada anda jika anda dapat bantu mengukuhkan imej dirinya, rangsang semangatnya dan pupuk keyakinan dirinya.

# Your partner will appreciate it if you could build his self image, motivate his courage and build his self confidence.

39. Keikhlasan amat penting dalam memuji atau memotivasi bakal pasangan. Jika kita didapati bohong, dia akan terus menjauhkan diri daripada kita.

# Sincerity is important in praising and motivating your partner. If you're caught lying, he/she will avoid you.

40. Pujian yang berhikmah dan ikhlas bertindak sebagai magnet yang menarik anda kepada bakal pasangan. Pujian daripada kawan baru lebih bermakna dan berkesan berbanding pujian daripada kawan lama.

# Praise sincerely. Praising someone new sends more meaning then when you praise an old friend.

41. Ulang sebut perkataan, ayat atau slogan yang digemari bakal pasangan anda. Ini menyebabkan dia rasa istimewa dan dihargai dan akan tertawan kepada anda.

# Repeat a statement that your partner likes. She will feel special and appreciated.

42. Kenalpasti keistimewaan bakal pasangan anda yang orang lain tidak nampak. Sampaikan kehebatan ini dengan bersemangat dan dia akan mudah tertawan kepada anda.

# Identify what's so special about your partner that noone knew, Tell her/him how special she/he is to you.

43. Untuk bakal pasangan yang popular dan sering dipuji , cari pujian yang original untuk menambat hatinya. Untuk orang yang tidak popular, sebarang pujian amat dialukan dan dihargai.

# for those whose partner is often praised, find something original to attract him/her. For those who are rarely praised, any sincere praise is very much appreciated.

44. Beri penghargaan serta merta kepada setiap pencapaian atau kejayaan bakal pasangan. Ini membelai dan melembutkan hatinya terhadap anda.

# Give her/him your appreciation/gratitude immediately to his/her every new achievement. This will make him/her feel loved and appreciated.

45. Jika bakal pasangan memuji anda, pamerkan keseronokan anda dengan senyuman dan ucapan terima kasih dan bersyukur. Dia akan rasa dihargai.

# If your partner praises you, show your appreciation by smiling and saying thank you. This will show that you appreciate him/her.

46. Cari keunikan, kelucuan atau 'kegilaan' bakal pasangan anda. Nyatakan yang anda suka kepadanya sebab keunikan tersebut. Ini buat dia rasa istimewa.

# Find something unique in your partner and tell her, this will make him/her feel special.

47. Ramai pasangan sengsara bila isteri terlalu cantik atau suami terlalu handsome. Justeru, cari bakal pasangan yang setara dan sepadan dengan kita.

# Find someone who is of the same level of attraction. Those with partners who are too gorgeous or too charming often find themselves deprived.

48. Orang yang merasa dirinya hodoh sukar untuk mendapat pasangan. Carilah kecantikan yang ada pada anda dan bentuk keyakinan diri. Hati yang suci dan keyakinan yang tinggi menyerlahkan kecantikan anda.

# Those who think they are not attractive will find it hard to find a partner. So find something that is attractive in you and build your self confidence. A sincere heart and confirdence will help you shine and glow. =)

49. Wanita mudah tertawan kepada lelaki yang gentleman – bersopan santun, suka membantu, menghormati wanita, berani dan yakin diri.

# Ladies are attracted to men who are gentleman, well-mannered, helpful, respect women, brave and confident.

50. Untuk jadi lebih menawan, berterusan belajar, perbaiki perangai dan peribadi, baiki kemahiran komunikasi, murnikan hati, pemaaf dan sentiasa bersangka baik.

# To be more attractive, continue to learn and improve your behavious and character, improve your communication skills, be forgiving, and always think well (positive).

51. Lelaki harus mempamerkan sifat kelelakiannya di samping memasukkan sifat perempuan dalam dirinya seperti lebih prihatin, memahami emosi , timbang rasa, dan gunakan gerak batin.

# Men should express their manhood with a touch of femininity like more concerned, understand emotions, considerate, etc.

52. Perempuan harus mempamerkan sifat kewanitaan disamping menghayati sifat lelaki seperti minat dalam politik, sukan, memancing, dan aktiviti macho yang lain. Bertindak bijak tapi, jangan terlalu bijak.

# Ladies should express their femine nature with a touch of masculinity like interest in politics, sports, fishing, and other manly activity. Be smart, but dun outsmart~

53. Untuk menambat hati wanita, kerap bertanya tentang perasaannya, aktiviti yang dijalankannya, kegemarannya, kebenciannya atau sebarang perkara yang berkaitan dengan emosi.

# To touch a women's heart, always ask of her feelings, activities that they do, their favorites, or anything that is associated with their emotions.

54. Sebelum benar-benar rapat, orang perempuan harus elakkan diri dari bertanya bakal pasangan mengenai perasaannya mengenai sesuatu perkara, peristiwa atau situasi.

# Before sealing the deal in a relationship, women should avoid asking men too much about their emotion, or situation. Basically, dun make the man talk about emotions. They HATE it.

55. Orang lelaki amat pantang bila bakal pasangan menempelak atau menunjukkan kesilapan atau kebodohan lelaki tersebut. Ini cara terbaik memutuskan hubungan.

# Men despice it when women magnify their short-comings and flaws. This is thier ultimatum to break the relationship off.

56. Orang perempuan mudah tertawan kepada lelaki yang boleh mengaku salah, meminta maaf, meminta bantuan, bertolak ansur, pandai mendengar, bersabar dan lemah lembut terhadap wanita.

# Women are attracted to men who can admit fault, say sorry, ask for help, give and take, good at listening, patient and sensitive to women.

57. Bila bercakap dengan lelaki, orang perempuan harus fokus kepada fakta dan sampaikan secara ringkas. Penjelasan yang berjela-jela dan memasukkan unsur perasaan akan membunuh minat lelaki terhadapnya.

# When speaking to a man, woman should focus on facts and keep the message short. Explanation that is too long and too involved with emotions can kill the men's interest towards the woman.

58. Jika orang perempuan marah, pujuklah dengan kasih sayang. Tanya kenapa dia marah, dengari dengan teliti dan jangan komen atau cuba beri nasihat. Orang perempuan mudah sayang pada lelaki yang pandai mendengar dan sensitif kepada perasaannya.

# when a lady is angry, pacify her with love. Ask her why she is angry, listen attentively, DO NOT comment or try to advice. Women love men who listens well and sensitive to their feelings.

59. Jika lelaki marah, jangan sibuk nak tanya kenapa dia marah. Pamerkan kasih sayang dan bentuk suasana yang tenang. Doakan dia dan beri masa untuk dia merawat dirinya sendiri.

# when a man is angry, don't be too nosy and ask why he is angry. Just show him love and create a calm aura. Pray and give him time to calm himself down.

60. Fahami bahawa orang lelaki bercakap secara terus terang, ringkas dan objektif. Orang perempuan sering bercakap secara berlapik, terperinci dan banyak yang tersirat.

# Understand that when men speak, it will be very straight forward, short, sharp and objective. Whereas, a woman speaks with lots of layers, detailed and lots of between the lines messages.


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okay.. i'm done with the translation. fyuh~

Good luck and Wassalam.

Monday, June 14, 2010

Days spent with Mr Fisherman's family...

Assalammualaikum readers~~

I know it's been some time since I updated.. Been busy..

I spend many days at Mr Fisherman's place last week.. I met his extended family on Thursday... I felt a little overwhelmed with the attention, really.. Then the interviews... I was just speechless to explain how I felt that night.

I made Mr Fisherman wait 3 hours the next morning. And then we companied my mom to the doctor. Mom was like so touched that we spent time with her. She asked if we could bring the two kids with us, and we just agreed. So another day with Mr Fisherman's family.. His mom talked to me, I carried his nephew. Comparing his weight and my other nephews.. I'd say he's light. =) Which explains why I could carry him rather easily.

Then I spend my whole evening with my mom because her back is paining her a little too much. Sunday morning I went off to pumpet with Dear. And then went to attend a wedding with Mystery... After which I drop by Mr Fisherman's house again.. Haha.. I watched like 3 DVDs that night.

Mr Fisherman's not feeling well.. Recovering from shock I guess.. He's on 2 days MC.. And honestly, I'm beginning to somewhat miss his mom's dish.. Haha.. I am so going to try out that recipe later, if mom didnt cook. It's just yummilicious.

And it's weird to have everyone saying the same thing to me on different occassions. I told Mama H about it.. and she just laughed about it. It's truly weird.. You know. First, it was FMAS, and then it's my mom, and then it's LTFK.. Well everyone.. let's just wish me luck, and hopefully this one is really the one for me, because deep inside, my heart is also telling me the same thing.

I so need to get my cooking skills back on track.. I havent cooked a proper meal since 2004... Suddenly, I miss my specialty Ayam Masak Merah... O Oh..

Gotta run now. Catch up again in time to come, insya'Allah.

Wassalam.