It's All Worth It!

Was super busy and super tired yesterday! Didn't think about what to prepare for dinner at all. Was thinking of asking Mr Hubs to just pack some food on his way back from work until I opened the fridge and there they were; leftover steaks with the black pepper sauce as well as the orange sauce cooked the night before.

Chopped some garlic and sliced the steaks. Browned the garlic. Poured the leftover black pepper and orange sauce. Chucked in the steaks and then some veges. And finally, stir fried all that with my favourite organic brown rice vermicelli. Verdict?

This came from Mr Hubs, "This is the best noodles ever! I'm glad that I married you!". Awwww, isn't that sweeeeeet? I know it's just a simple dish cooked out of leftovers, as a result of me being too tired (or just plain lazy?) but having Mr Hubs said that, I knew it's all worth it. Hilang rasa letih (and malas?) Now, what should I cook today? Hmmm..

Mengidam...

Was cleaning and arranging the wardrobe yesterday when my gaze fell onto the LV Damier Canvas Neverfull hidden in a corner. Told myself "That is sooo 2009!" Barulah yours truly realised that she has not bought any handbag in 2010 lagi ;)

Reading LadyLOVESLeisure with her camelia accordian bag, LadyVerde with her 16th acquisition, Yummy Mummy with her Mahina Solar, membuatkan daku mengidam (or is it more like gatal tangan?) to hold a new bag. The feel and smell of new soft leather sangatlah mengujakan right? With all the things going on right now, wonder if and when I can steal time to go for a week of shopping somewhere? What do you say Mr Hubs? *wink! wink!*

It's All About Football..

To have the opportunity to watch World Cup football match in South Africa was definitely priceless.. Am not a big football fan to start with but Mr Hubs had to a certain extent converted me into a person who now understands the game..After years of marriage, I now finally understand what an off-side is!! Haha..

We went to the game where Netherlands played against Denmark in Soccer City, Johannesburg. Upon arrival at the stadium, I could feel the overwhelming ambience. Everyone was happy. Everyone was "dressed to kill". I was really fascinated with all the effort put in by the fans - face painting, the interesting accessories, the cheers etc. Wasting no time, I put on my paparazzi hat and began snapping away..Well, enjoy the colourful pics...Selamat menjamu mata ;)

Crowd management at the stadium was excellent. Within minutes you can see all rubbish around the stadium collected and stadium was closed within half an hour after the match ended. It was definitely a great experience. And to the next World Cup host-Brazil, see you in 2014 ;)

Hope

There was definitely a big lump in my throat when I watched the season finale of Giuliana and Bill (G & B) last week..It was all from trying hard not to cry because I think the episode was pretty heartbreaking. Or it was just me being too sensitive and mushy?

After weeks of waiting whether G's preggers following the IUI procedure, the doctor broke the news that it was negative. G was seriously upset after trying to be so positive before that. Masa tulah I was like almost cried. G and B then went to another fertility doctor to find out more on IVF. The doc educated them about the success rates and the details of the procedure, which involves a lot of needles and sounds scary. They both then decided that it's a lot to think about, and they were going to get away to think things through. Both finally admitted that they're scared and unsure of IVF. G told B that she didn’t think she could put her body through that. It has been such an emotional rollercoaster them. That's where it ended. To be continued next season..

Hmmm..terbayang-bayang how it would be like for us nanti when Hubby and me embark on our IVF procedure.The needles, the side effects of all the injections. Imagine they said it's gonna be PMS and time it with 100! Frankenstein lah I jadinya! The hope, the anxiety etc.

I met up with my besties for dinner recently and I told them I seriously don't know how I should feel. Yes, I am hopeful that the IVF works and at the same time I can't deny that I could hear voices in my head saying that it could fail. Hubby consoled me that we know what the success rates are and semuanya is in the hands of the Almighty. But what is more important is that we try. And we are getting the blessings and support from our families. So, if you're 60 years old later and still childless, you won't regret it coz you've tried. Be hopeful but be prepared for the worst. But never, never admit defeat before you try cos you're already losing the battle even before it starts. Never stop amalan and berdoa. My besties even suggested that I read the book 'The Secret'. I've heard about how wonderful the book is but never felt the urge to pick it up in the bookstore. Maybe, I should buy it for my in-flight reading to South Africa nanti kan? What do you think?

Trip to Far, Far Away Land

Am over the moon! Soon, Mr Hubs is bringing me to one of the beautiful cities in the far, far away land ;) The more reason I have to get a new camera fast! (Ada aje excuse nak shopping kan?)

A Year Older..A Year Wiser?

I definitely hope so..I always pride myself for being a KL girl born on KL Day (Federal Territory Day) and as it fell on Monday this year, we had a long weekend then..Hubby treated me to a birthday getaway in Singapore and would definitely say it was good! Not only that, he surprised me with a birthday surprise party upon touching down..Thanks Sayang..Love ya!

Happy Birthday Joe!

To my football freak, Man U die-hard-fan husband,

Happy birthday! May all your dreams and wishes* come true!

Love you loads!!

* ermm..i don't think Man U will win EPL this year though..hehe..

Happy 6th Anniversary, Joe!

Joe dearest,

Can't believe it has been 6 years for both of us as husband and wife,

We've been through ups and downs of the emotional roller coaster,

But never have I any regret of saying yes to your proposal...

I know we have a long way to go,

We have so many dreams to realise,

But I know we'll hold each other's hands tight in paving the way,

And I can never imagine doing it with anyone else,

Coz never can I imagine life without you...

Joe dearest, I love you with all my might,

Thanks for being the ONE for me,

Thanks for all the wonderful moments together,

Thanks for being a GREAT you,

Love you, Love you, Love you!

P/S: Thanks for the anniversary trip! It's sure a great anniversary gift! Hehehehe...

An apple, a blue box and the Andaman

This is an overdue entry on our (Hubby and me) birthdays. Celebrated mine 2 months ago and Hubby’s was 2 weeks earlier. After spending quite some amount for our Europe trip, we made a pact to not give each other birthday gifts this year.

But me, being me, couldn’t resist surprising Hubby and ended up buying him an Ipod Touch. He’s been eyeing the PSP but I think Ipod Touch is nicer. Eventhough overall, the functions are more or less the same, but I think it’s nicer to browse the net using the Ipod Touch compared to the PSP. And hubby browses the net a lot! Plus, I think Ipod is a lot better looking! Bought it online and the process was seamless. What more when I could personalise the Ipod by engraving it! Hubby was pleasantly surprise when he got the gift and he now brings it everywhere.

And of course, he couldn’t resist surprising me either! Mestilah nak balas my jasa baik for getting him a gift jugak kan? Hehe..Well, he truly surprised me, you bet. On the eve of my birthday, when I was at mum’s place, he got everyone at home to lepak at the living room together. Then he brought a slice of cake and everyone started singing me birthday song. It was the oreo cheesecake that I absolutely love from Marmalade. I was delighted. And I was even more delighted when he handed me the signature blue box tied with the white ribbon! Seeing the box, without even having to open it, I started to jump up and down with joy! I already knew what was inside the box! Yupp, it was the Tiffany & Co’s bracelet I was salivating over in Paris! Yippee..He held the celebration early because the next day, on my birthday itself, he brought me for a one nite stay in Langkawi and we stayed at the Andaman. Gosh, the place was nice. It reminded me of our Tanjong Jara stay few years ago. The good thing was the place was not fully occupied and we had the pool, the coffee house, the gym to ourselves. It was even nicer when the manager brought in a birthday cake for me when he noticed upon checking in that it was my birthday that day. Hmm..it was indeed a nice birthday celebration this year. Seems like it gets better and better every year. Thanks Sayang! Love you!

Happy Birthday Joe

Happy Anniversary Joe

Things that I am grateful and love you for….

• You hardly ever get mad at me
• The way you fix me mean Ribena and Milo Ais
• The ‘pokok’ dance you always do
• The way you treat our nieces makes me feel that how great a dad you’re gonna be
• The ‘MacGyver’ in you
• You are a technology geek and I'm a techno-bimbo
• You always open the door and drive my car outside the gate before work every morning
• You stay up late with me whenever I have to do work so I won't be lonely
• Your willingness to be converted to things you never would have considered liking on your own, like watching chic flicks, theatre, travel, rock climbing
• The fact that you watch TV with me even Desperate Housewives, Grey’s Anatomy, Ugly Betty
• Your ability to convert currency in a split second every time we shop overseas
• You always support my decisions and choices in life
• You never raise your voice at me
• You tolerate my PMS every month
• You never fail to offer me backrubs and massages whenever my PMS cramp strikes
• Your great kisses and touches
• You never push me away when I get onto your side in bed at night
• In the mornings you sometimes put your arms around me and gently rock me awake so I don't have to wake abruptly
• You come back home during lunchtime to bring me food whenever I am on MC
• You always do the laundry. I hate doing that!
• You never complain when I smell bad after gym
• You never complain that my tummy and ass are expanding
• You never fail to end your phone call with ‘I love you’
• The way you put me before anyone else, even yourself
• You apologise when you are wrong
• Your infinite patience
• You love me, just as I am

Happy anniversary beautiful man! The best four years in my life!