Daddy Leaves for Singapore (Yet Again)!

After the birthday event in Ipoh, we headed back to KL on Sunday night. It was a two car convoy - us in one car and Awien plus Shah in another. Unfortunately, the jam was absolutely horrendous! We had just left Ipoh, and nearing Simpang Pulai when Aiden decided to poo-poo. So we stopped by the R&R roadside and as I was busy changing Aiden’s diaper at the back seat of the car (desperate times calls for desperate measures), Hubby & Shah made an executive decision to delay the journey. New plan – leave Ipoh at 4am and drive in peace.

So we exited at the Simpang Pulai exit and made our way back towards Ipoh. I didn’t really mind the delay, as I could use the time to prepare my presentation pack for Tuesday. So we all went to bed at 12am-ish, alarm clocks turned on for 4am.

Of course, we only woke up at 6am. Rushed out onto the highway. I was extremely grumpy. Thank god the traffic wasn’t too bad, and arrived in KL at around 9am. Instructed Bibik to give Aiden his meal and then a quick nap. After a quick shower, I sent hubby to the office (he wanted to clear out some HR problems in his old office) while I went to the photo shop to get pictures printed for the Aussino Nursery Makeover contest.

Aiden sleeping in his car seat while Daddy broke all speed limits driving the family back to KL.

By the time everything was done, it was close to 1pm. I rushed home (why am I always in a rush??!!) to pick up Aiden and then drove to pick up Hubby. We were scheduled for an appointment with two ID contractors. And find time in the middle of both appointments to drop off the contest form at the Aussino factory cum office in Shah Alam.

We were very impressed with the effort the first ID had contributed to their proposal. Very professional looking hard backed layout with 3D styles for specific areas of the house. They even presented two options for us to choose from. One was our original request, while the second was their idea. Actually their idea was quite ‘out of the box’. They wanted to knock the patio and turn it into a huge double volume (high ceiling) dining room. Then the existing dining room can become a bigger dry kitchen! In the end, we told them that we agreed to both options, so next step is to wait for the detailed quotation. *sigh* I think it is going to cost a bomb!

Look at their presentation! So professional! Siap story board lagi!

Okay nampak sangat gambar amik senyap senyap. Haha!

After the meeting we rushed to the Aussino factory. We had 15 minutes to spare before having to meet up with the second ID. Arriving at the Aussino gates, we were greeted with banners practically shouting “Factory Outlet Sale”! Being a bargain hunter, I simply could not resist taking a peek. I ended up buying two quilt cover sets, one single bedsheet set (for Aiden) and four (buy one free one) sets of towel (set of three). It was soooo bloody cheap. Everywhere you looked, you could find bedsheets, quilts, comforters, pillows. If you have the time, please go check it out!! Just bear in mind that you will need to be very patient to look for the size you want – single, queen, king?

Now this is what you call bedsheet heaven!

Aiden and Daddy, tired and sweaty in the sale area. While Mummy went bonkers shopping. Hmm...

My latest loot. The Sino Cotton Sateen - Queen (600 thread count!!) was only RM120. The towel set of three was buy one free one, so RM50 for 2. Aiden's single bedsheet was only RM27. Another quilt cover set 270 thread count - King (not seen here), which I swear is one of their latest designs, was only RM70. Towels were going for less than RM20. Crazy bargain!

Then off to ID number two. We were going to meet him at his house in Bukit Jelutong. They also placed quite an effort in their design. They had 3D drawings ready for the patio, the living hall, dining hall and bedroom. Their idea was to place timber decking from the patio all the way across my 30feet garden! From the 3D drawing, we could see how exclusive it would look! But do you know how much timber flooring costs nowadays? *sigh* Again, waiting for quotation.

The 30feet extended patio, and the resort style master bedroom.

Overall concept and style.

Floor plan with furniture ideas.

Living hall, dining hall and dry kitchen.

Rushed back home. It was less than three hours before Hubby’s flight. I prepared dinner while Hubby started packing. Time to go back to Singapore. *double sigh* After gobbling down his favourite Ayam Masak Merah, we loaded the car with his luggage and Shah drove to KLIA at a record breaking speed of nearly 16okm/hr. Hubby made it at just the nick of time! Pheww!

Another 5 minutes, and hubby would have to take another flight.

The crowd sending Hubby off at the airport.

It was Aiden’s first time at the airport. He was so amazed at the lights, and the sounds! And of course, the pretty stewardess!

Bye Daddy! Next time we see you, we'll be spending Christmas in Singapore!

The end.

How I Celebrated My 27th Birthday

My Dad and I, we share the same birthday. 29th November. Okay, my Mum sort of cheated. The doctor gave her the option of picking a date for her caesarian, so of course my Mum picked a date that meant something to the family.

There are pros and cons on sharing a birth date with my Dad. The pro is – nobody dares to forget your birthday. If anyone in the family forgets my birthday, it would equal forgetting Papa’s birthday. The con – this year my Dad celebrates his Platinum 75th birthday in grand style and completely forgets about my 27th birthday. Uurrgghh!

I am an only child. But my family is huge. If you are close to me, you'll know the whole story about my dysfunctional family. If you don't - let's not go there! So, ehem ehem - less talk, enjoy the pictures!

Papa celebrated his 75th birthday by inviting nearly the whole of Ipoh. I am not kidding.

Even my wedding did not accomodate 82 tables okay?

The theme of the night. Malam Bertaut Kasih. Sounds like something that just came out of Cerekerama. *grin* This is the paperbag. The door gift is a mug with my Dad's picture on it. Now... why would anyone want to drink out of a mug and be reminded of my Dad? Hmmm..

The above mentioned mug.

Everyone working for the event had T-shirts made for them. Even all my siblings had to don this in the morning before the event. Even Aiden had one made for him, but it was a tad too big.

Papa's whole life story in pictures.

The array of pictures greets all attendees as they walk through the ballroom doors.

The beautiful stage!

I love the cake! But my friend said it looked like a bantal. Haha!

Us with my sister Awien and her fiance'. Notice that I permed my hair? Woohoo... but of course, that night's hair was salon styled with probably half a can of hair spray.

This boy isn't Aiden. This is Danish. Khai and Rosma's adorable pipi labuh sweetie. While his parents performed, he would sit quietly in anyone's arms. I think he is used to it! Unfortunately, no pictures of his parents performing though.

Matching french lace okay! Don't know how many papan Papa bought for the event!

The theme was Platinum grey. In the middle, is my 75 year old Papa.

My brother, Boy Boy with his girlfriend. Matching in grey as well!

Hubby looks a bit short cos I was wearing 3 inch heels.

This is my sister. We sort of share the same name ;)

Even Aiden has a matching baju batik! His first ever baju batik!!!

Aiden showing off his baju batik. The sleeves were too long, but still adorable!

Aiden melentok...

This is the tailor who made Aiden's baju batik. According to him it was his first time making one for an infant!

Each first born in the family had to make a speech about Papa. Guess what my topic was about? Politics! Like I know much about Papa's life long journey in politics...

Papa cutting the cake. Unfortunately, you cannot see him. Hubby la nie, angle tak cantik! Iskh...

Guest of honour was Raja Dihilir Perak. He attended my wedding as well. Very nice guy (can't believe i'm calling royalty - guy!). Lovely wife. Both very down to earth.

Sharifah Aini performed for the night. Jamal Abdillah performed as well, but did not find the time to snap pictures.

Finally, a picture of both of us!

TV3 covered the event.

And interviewed each and every one of us.

Posing after the event was over and done with.

This is a singer from Medan. My Dad loves to bring singers from Medan to perform at his events. This same singer performed at my wedding as well.

Papa posing with the boys in the family.

The girls in the family.

This was sharp at 12am, 29th November. The whole family sang Happy Birthday to us. This was when they FINALLY mentioned my birthday. Sheesh... terasa!

This is my tom-boyish sister. Does not look tom-boyish at all!

The organizing committee! Same people who did the ground work during my wedding. A job well done!

Aiden, deliriously happy that the event was over.

Last stop of the day, Sharifah Aini's room for pictures. Aiden melompat in her arms sampai nyaris londeh seluar.

Maybe in another 20 years, this picture will be a historical piece. Like Michael Jackson? Hahaha what say you?