Any Mixed Marriages here? Esp Chinese-Malay Muslim couple
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Hi Girls, got the thread back and yet I'm not popping in as much.....
Swarmed with work. And will be for the next week before they go on "court leave" (yes, there's such a thing...Grrr....). So die die everything needs to be done now or wait till middle of January. *sigh*
Cuclainne, Istana will get back to me by tomorrow - I just popped her a chaser sms...*sigh* I just wish for once people do as they have promised! *exasperated* I will let you know if they deduct the potted plants and the wedding arch.
Swarmed with work. And will be for the next week before they go on "court leave" (yes, there's such a thing...Grrr....). So die die everything needs to be done now or wait till middle of January. *sigh*
Cuclainne, Istana will get back to me by tomorrow - I just popped her a chaser sms...*sigh* I just wish for once people do as they have promised! *exasperated* I will let you know if they deduct the potted plants and the wedding arch.
Marnie
I just sent you samples of my invitation cards.
Having some issues with my parents at the moment. They're turning my solemnisation into a circus - I feel. There seems to be more and more people invited to this as the days pass. I want my do to be private and small as possible ... I don't see the need to invite sooo many people. But they just don't get it ... I mean, I thought this is my day and I should deserve to be happy ... this is not making me happy. Sigh!
I met with the photographer today and decided to use him anyways, despite the fact that his retainer is shooting my sanding photos. But he told me that he'll do the picturebooks for me .. overall I'm quite pleased with him as he's a give-and-take kind of guy .. that plus he's throwing in some other small stuff in for me.
I just sent you samples of my invitation cards.
Having some issues with my parents at the moment. They're turning my solemnisation into a circus - I feel. There seems to be more and more people invited to this as the days pass. I want my do to be private and small as possible ... I don't see the need to invite sooo many people. But they just don't get it ... I mean, I thought this is my day and I should deserve to be happy ... this is not making me happy. Sigh!
I met with the photographer today and decided to use him anyways, despite the fact that his retainer is shooting my sanding photos. But he told me that he'll do the picturebooks for me .. overall I'm quite pleased with him as he's a give-and-take kind of guy .. that plus he's throwing in some other small stuff in for me.
Cuclainne, I saw your invites!!! VERY NICE - I popped you an email re. the invite wordings.
Hmm...so you are going through it too huh? My mom brought it up a few weeks ago about inviting the guests to our home for 11am solemnisation and then kenduri before dinner. I'm like huh? We changed from morning solemnisation at home to evening solemnisation at ACM to avoid cooking and people messing up the place so that she can rest (!)
My mom is more fickle minded than I am. I just told her "no" - "this is for your own good. You may be angry with me now but you will happier and more relaxed later."
Just relax Cuclainne....we're all here for you, girl.
And oooh.....glad that your photographer is throwing in more freebies for you!!
Hmm...so you are going through it too huh? My mom brought it up a few weeks ago about inviting the guests to our home for 11am solemnisation and then kenduri before dinner. I'm like huh? We changed from morning solemnisation at home to evening solemnisation at ACM to avoid cooking and people messing up the place so that she can rest (!)
My mom is more fickle minded than I am. I just told her "no" - "this is for your own good. You may be angry with me now but you will happier and more relaxed later."
Just relax Cuclainne....we're all here for you, girl.
And oooh.....glad that your photographer is throwing in more freebies for you!!
Marnie
Yes, I've signed up for the cheaper package (get to save $300) but got all the freebies so I'm pretty happy with this deal.
The solemnisation was supposed to be for family only and we were supposed to be selective about who we're inviting. Now it seems like my parents are inviting everyone so I just had to tell them to stop. Ah Boy has imposed a cap on the guest list now and there will probably be a show-down between him and my parents if this continues so I better end it now. Sigh.
Yes, I've signed up for the cheaper package (get to save $300) but got all the freebies so I'm pretty happy with this deal.
The solemnisation was supposed to be for family only and we were supposed to be selective about who we're inviting. Now it seems like my parents are inviting everyone so I just had to tell them to stop. Ah Boy has imposed a cap on the guest list now and there will probably be a show-down between him and my parents if this continues so I better end it now. Sigh.
Cuclainne, it's great that you have confirmed your photographer. You took a package fm picturebook wedding issit? May I know who is the guy..he is the one who took Haney Hadad's wedding pics, you say? Is he the one taking your studio pics as well? I'm still sourcing for a package fm the a good Malay bridal studio...
Don't get too stressed out about your solemnisation, k. I think parents tend to be more excited than the bride to-be sometimes, and will want things to go according to their wishes. It may be good to go thru your guest list again, and invite close friends and relatives. I remember during my sis' engagement at my parents' place, my grandma invited her whole gang of friends who came in big big vans. They don't include our own relatives and also her fiance's relatives who came in a 42-seater bus (where some people had to stand coz no seats!). Can imagine rite.. some guests had to stand all the way at our lift lobby!
Err.. a bit off-topic, but do you girls have any idea which bank offers the lowest interest for renovation loan? Nur's post mentioned MUIS offers such loans but I checked with them and they said No.
Don't get too stressed out about your solemnisation, k. I think parents tend to be more excited than the bride to-be sometimes, and will want things to go according to their wishes. It may be good to go thru your guest list again, and invite close friends and relatives. I remember during my sis' engagement at my parents' place, my grandma invited her whole gang of friends who came in big big vans. They don't include our own relatives and also her fiance's relatives who came in a 42-seater bus (where some people had to stand coz no seats!). Can imagine rite.. some guests had to stand all the way at our lift lobby!
Err.. a bit off-topic, but do you girls have any idea which bank offers the lowest interest for renovation loan? Nur's post mentioned MUIS offers such loans but I checked with them and they said No.
Sandra
Yes, I took a package from them. Maybe you might want to consider them. Ridz and his retainer shot the pics at Haney's wedding and they'll be taking mine too .. Ridz for my nikah and dinner, Farouk (I think that's his name) will be taking my sanding shots. I'm not taking any studio shots but for the package I've signed up and the things I'm getting, I think it's a good deal.
But that's the thing ... I don't want people to have to stand and have problems moving about .. I want it to be a fun, relaxed event.`
Yes, I took a package from them. Maybe you might want to consider them. Ridz and his retainer shot the pics at Haney's wedding and they'll be taking mine too .. Ridz for my nikah and dinner, Farouk (I think that's his name) will be taking my sanding shots. I'm not taking any studio shots but for the package I've signed up and the things I'm getting, I think it's a good deal.
But that's the thing ... I don't want people to have to stand and have problems moving about .. I want it to be a fun, relaxed event.`
Sandra, sorry I can't help you on the reno bit cos' I've got no first hand experience in that. Sorry dear but share when you get info, okie?
TIA!
Cuclainne, I hope Ah boy will smile into the pictures and post a bit at the informal outdoor shots...(!)
Chiin & Cuclainne, I finally got things sorted out re. Istana. *phew* It works wonders when you ask them to itemise the items. Everything is significanly clearer.
Glad that I persisted with this transaction.
Cuclainne, they omit, 3 round tables, 3 table linen and overlay, 24 white chair covers, 24 chairs, wedding arch, 24 potted plants from the original pricing and we saved $400.00. I know the chairs and covers are $120.00, table together with linen and overlay is about S$80.00. So it's about a deduction of S$200.00 for the plants and the arch. I can use that money to entertain my donut wedding cake...
Cuclainne, I hope Ah boy will smile into the pictures and post a bit at the informal outdoor shots...(!)
Chiin & Cuclainne, I finally got things sorted out re. Istana. *phew* It works wonders when you ask them to itemise the items. Everything is significanly clearer.
Cuclainne, they omit, 3 round tables, 3 table linen and overlay, 24 white chair covers, 24 chairs, wedding arch, 24 potted plants from the original pricing and we saved $400.00. I know the chairs and covers are $120.00, table together with linen and overlay is about S$80.00. So it's about a deduction of S$200.00 for the plants and the arch. I can use that money to entertain my donut wedding cake...
Cuclainne, there's a bride on a thread I'm frequenting who wants to share to buy test tubes with rose bud tea leaves in it. The test tubes with cork-stopper is 46 cents. Not too sure about the tea but we can go take a look. The tea is separate cost. I may get some for our out of town guests (reminiscent of Meraj's life in England). You interested?
Anyone else interested?
Anyone else interested?
HELLO... HELLO.... GIRLS....!
I'm back. Very sorry for my long absence. Wow! What a very loooong thread this one has become.
So many things happened at home and many times, my pc went bonkers also.
I'm still planning my nikah but the date has been shifted and finalised to Friday, 20 Jan 2006. So far, the following have been taken care of:-
KADI
Met kadi at his office and book him to officiate our nikah in person.
NIKAH
Would love to hold this after Asar but unfortunately, kadi is only available after mahgrib. For now, the plan is to get it done in my 2 bedroom suite at Scarlet Hotel. (No choice really coz my initial plan was to hold nikah and dinner at Tepak Sireh but their service sucks big time. Viewed the place, love it. Made numerous appts to meet the person in charge but she was not there, each time. So, I give up.)
SUITE
This one I like. I viewed ALL the suites at Scarlet and was sold. Booked Splendour (2 bedrooms) and Passion (pivate jacuzzi at the balcony) for consecutive nights. Yippee!
BRIDAL STUFF
Nothing concrete yet. Scheduled to meet Rias Andaman on 26 Dec. Still thinking if I can buy off the rack from JB. But I am leaning towards getting a bridal package (less headache). For $380, I'll get what I need. A pair of bridal outfits, make up, hairdo and shoes. Why not?
PHOTOG
Sign and seal deal with Eulee.
DINNER
Since Tepak Sireh has bubbled me, I am seriously thinking to hold it at Flutes or Makmur Restaurant. Received their quotations and will meet the ppl at Flutes on my birthday for dinner there. Anyone has any comment on Makmur? This is a reserve plan in case my guests (hijab wearers) are not keen to dine in a non halal restaurant.
Marnie, Cuclainne, IC, Ally & Huichin, I wanna meet you girls one day too. Oh, I've changed to a new mobile, hence a new no. too. Will email yall to update ok.
Oh, to the rest of new friends here, HELLO & WELCOME!
Cheers.
I'm back. Very sorry for my long absence. Wow! What a very loooong thread this one has become.
So many things happened at home and many times, my pc went bonkers also.
I'm still planning my nikah but the date has been shifted and finalised to Friday, 20 Jan 2006. So far, the following have been taken care of:-
KADI
Met kadi at his office and book him to officiate our nikah in person.
NIKAH
Would love to hold this after Asar but unfortunately, kadi is only available after mahgrib. For now, the plan is to get it done in my 2 bedroom suite at Scarlet Hotel. (No choice really coz my initial plan was to hold nikah and dinner at Tepak Sireh but their service sucks big time. Viewed the place, love it. Made numerous appts to meet the person in charge but she was not there, each time. So, I give up.)
SUITE
This one I like. I viewed ALL the suites at Scarlet and was sold. Booked Splendour (2 bedrooms) and Passion (pivate jacuzzi at the balcony) for consecutive nights. Yippee!
BRIDAL STUFF
Nothing concrete yet. Scheduled to meet Rias Andaman on 26 Dec. Still thinking if I can buy off the rack from JB. But I am leaning towards getting a bridal package (less headache). For $380, I'll get what I need. A pair of bridal outfits, make up, hairdo and shoes. Why not?
PHOTOG
Sign and seal deal with Eulee.
DINNER
Since Tepak Sireh has bubbled me, I am seriously thinking to hold it at Flutes or Makmur Restaurant. Received their quotations and will meet the ppl at Flutes on my birthday for dinner there. Anyone has any comment on Makmur? This is a reserve plan in case my guests (hijab wearers) are not keen to dine in a non halal restaurant.
Marnie, Cuclainne, IC, Ally & Huichin, I wanna meet you girls one day too. Oh, I've changed to a new mobile, hence a new no. too. Will email yall to update ok.
Oh, to the rest of new friends here, HELLO & WELCOME!
Cheers.
Hello Lilies!!! ((((HUG))) We have missed you...
Hey as long as the kadi is booked, everything else is secondary, right?
I'm a bit of a mountain tortoise, Makmur is the one at Bussorah/Arab Street is it? *blur*
Yeay - we're photographer twins! Have to show me your pictures okie? Sure no worries with Eulee...can't wait for him to shoot ours. You've got great taste girl..*ahem*
Yeah, do you Girls think we can meet one more time before both Lilies and Cuclainne take the plunge in January?
Hey as long as the kadi is booked, everything else is secondary, right?
I'm a bit of a mountain tortoise, Makmur is the one at Bussorah/Arab Street is it? *blur*
Yeay - we're photographer twins! Have to show me your pictures okie? Sure no worries with Eulee...can't wait for him to shoot ours. You've got great taste girl..*ahem*
Yeah, do you Girls think we can meet one more time before both Lilies and Cuclainne take the plunge in January?
Marnie,
Makmur Restaurant is the one at Changi Road. Webbie here http://www.makmurrestaurant.com. They have a function hall too within its premises.
But... I love to be able to do it at Flutes though (http://www.flutesatthefort.com.sg/). It's a toughie. Nice ambience in a colonial house set up. My family is ok as long as the menu is seafood. I could opt for a vegetarian menu if all fails.
Cuclainne,
Just read up that you also engaged Rias Andaman. Wow, what a pleasant coincidence. I first saw a feature of them at urusanpengantin and love their make up and modern bridal outfits. Did you liase with Aidah coz I emailed her for an appt. Appreciate your comment. Thanks.
Girls,
What do you think about performing the nikah in a hotel suite? I've seen it done before but not sure if it ok/acceptable in general. Hmm..
I'm set for our next meet up but I must firstly inform everyone that the date from 19-23 is out as I am babysitting a baby.
Lilies
Makmur Restaurant is the one at Changi Road. Webbie here http://www.makmurrestaurant.com. They have a function hall too within its premises.
But... I love to be able to do it at Flutes though (http://www.flutesatthefort.com.sg/). It's a toughie. Nice ambience in a colonial house set up. My family is ok as long as the menu is seafood. I could opt for a vegetarian menu if all fails.
Cuclainne,
Just read up that you also engaged Rias Andaman. Wow, what a pleasant coincidence. I first saw a feature of them at urusanpengantin and love their make up and modern bridal outfits. Did you liase with Aidah coz I emailed her for an appt. Appreciate your comment. Thanks.
Girls,
What do you think about performing the nikah in a hotel suite? I've seen it done before but not sure if it ok/acceptable in general. Hmm..
I'm set for our next meet up but I must firstly inform everyone that the date from 19-23 is out as I am babysitting a baby.
Lilies
Lilies, the menu at Makmur is making me drool.
Um, in all honesty, I'd not go for flutes cos' cost is a deterrent. It's really expensive in my opinion. The ambience is definitely a plus though.
I think you should ask yourself why you're undecided between the two. I mean, Makmur and the Flutes are in a class of their own.
As to the solemnisation, I've been to one where the solemnisation was in a deluxe room of the Ritz Carlton. It's really a small private affair of just the couple's immediate family and an auntie or two. People will talk whether you do it in the room or not. Trust me. I'm doing mine at ACM right before dinner and already my aunties are asking my mom why...*sigh*
Um, in all honesty, I'd not go for flutes cos' cost is a deterrent. It's really expensive in my opinion. The ambience is definitely a plus though.
I think you should ask yourself why you're undecided between the two. I mean, Makmur and the Flutes are in a class of their own.
As to the solemnisation, I've been to one where the solemnisation was in a deluxe room of the Ritz Carlton. It's really a small private affair of just the couple's immediate family and an auntie or two. People will talk whether you do it in the room or not. Trust me. I'm doing mine at ACM right before dinner and already my aunties are asking my mom why...*sigh*
Marnie, thanks for your input.
Actually, it would have been perfect (for me that is) if all can be done at Scarlet (nikah & dinner). But their dinner set menus start from $90+++ per person. It's just a small affair of 20 adults and 10 young children (from age 1 -10)so, it doesn't make sense. They are quite rigid about catering to their client's needs. No room for negotiation. Full stop.
On the other hand, Flutes is cheaper at $80+++ and they are gracious and thoughtful enough to recommend a more suitable/cheaper menu for children. I don't feel being insisted to like their menus and my ideas were heard and considered. Well, one more hurdle, that is to meet them in person and view the restaurant.
I would have to agree with you. The food featured in Makmur's webbie look yummylicious. I'm bringing my mum to dine there on the 27th, her birthday. If the place/food is nice, I'll definately book there.
Alamak Marnie. Really ah. But my suite is quite big and I've seen it. Can accommodate 20 adults coz got 2 bedrooms. About ppl talking, in my case, I doubt that will happen coz it will be attended by immediate families only. But personally, I feel that it is getting quite common to be solemnised in a function room, be it Tepak Sireh, void deck, function hall (like yourself). It's becoming a new trend. No? Don't worry Marnie. As long as your mother supports your idea, nothing matters. A mother's blessings is all you need.
Actually, it would have been perfect (for me that is) if all can be done at Scarlet (nikah & dinner). But their dinner set menus start from $90+++ per person. It's just a small affair of 20 adults and 10 young children (from age 1 -10)so, it doesn't make sense. They are quite rigid about catering to their client's needs. No room for negotiation. Full stop.
On the other hand, Flutes is cheaper at $80+++ and they are gracious and thoughtful enough to recommend a more suitable/cheaper menu for children. I don't feel being insisted to like their menus and my ideas were heard and considered. Well, one more hurdle, that is to meet them in person and view the restaurant.
I would have to agree with you. The food featured in Makmur's webbie look yummylicious. I'm bringing my mum to dine there on the 27th, her birthday. If the place/food is nice, I'll definately book there.
Alamak Marnie. Really ah. But my suite is quite big and I've seen it. Can accommodate 20 adults coz got 2 bedrooms. About ppl talking, in my case, I doubt that will happen coz it will be attended by immediate families only. But personally, I feel that it is getting quite common to be solemnised in a function room, be it Tepak Sireh, void deck, function hall (like yourself). It's becoming a new trend. No? Don't worry Marnie. As long as your mother supports your idea, nothing matters. A mother's blessings is all you need.
Lilies, lucky you to have got the suites. I would have booked Passion for our photoshoot but looking at it, it's more boudoir than modern sleek look Meraj and I are looking to give to our photos. In the end we are going with fail-safe Conrad. Very big and airy and sleek modernism. *heh*
I'm just worried that my mom will be bullied by those unkind aunties and uncles. *sigh* I don't give 2 hoots anymore about what they say. But at some point, it does get to you - the comments, I mean.
Ahh......I huffed and puffed my way up to Flutes from the Ministry of Arts building the last time we went there - I nearly died! (okay that was an exaggeration but you get my drift.
) But really, the easier way to get through is through the postal building of some sort. And there's a synogogue. Better have a very clear map for your guests if you're not providing transport - just a thought.
Cuclainne, I think you'll get this the most. Meraj's cousin in Rochester got Meraj a wedding gift - a T-shirt which says "GROOM-ZILLA"....I was laughing my arse off! It's soooo Meraj don't you think....?
I'm just worried that my mom will be bullied by those unkind aunties and uncles. *sigh* I don't give 2 hoots anymore about what they say. But at some point, it does get to you - the comments, I mean.
Ahh......I huffed and puffed my way up to Flutes from the Ministry of Arts building the last time we went there - I nearly died! (okay that was an exaggeration but you get my drift.
Cuclainne, I think you'll get this the most. Meraj's cousin in Rochester got Meraj a wedding gift - a T-shirt which says "GROOM-ZILLA"....I was laughing my arse off! It's soooo Meraj don't you think....?
Marnie
I will make him smile ... even if he does have a habit of closing his eyes when photos are being taken (he claims it's the flash!). Hahaha..
Wah! That's quite a sum of money. I wish they would have allowed it for mine ... they told us that it's a package so everything is included. Hmmm ... I don't really fancy a red carpet or an arch but my dad seems really keen for us to have that so maybe I should just go ahead with the package.
I'm ok with meeting up ... if we decide on a date when Ah Boy gets here, then shall I drag him along too? You know ah, our boys should also be getting together ... hehehehe..
Hahaha .. then you should get one that says Bride-zilla to match la. I saw an article on a real-life wedding in Italy and the bride wore a t-shirt with the words, La Sposa (The Bride) with a drawing of a solitaire in place of the 'O' in Sposa. So nice and I thought of doing the same .. but the Swedish word is a boring 'Bruden' - how to do??
Lilies
Hey .. welcome back! Wah .. you've certainly got a lot of things done during your absence from here.
Yes yes I've engaged Rias Andaman for the mak andam services and I got to know them from the urusanpengantin site too. I thought their clothes looked fab and Aidah is the owner of the BS. She's really nice .. you should try to get her to do your makeup for you cos she does the more natural look. Unfortunately she's only available to do my makeup on my nikah day - she's been booked for a wedding on my sanding day .. aiyah!! You're going on the 26th? My next appointment with her is on 31st cos Ah Boy needs to get his measurements done.
I will make him smile ... even if he does have a habit of closing his eyes when photos are being taken (he claims it's the flash!). Hahaha..
Wah! That's quite a sum of money. I wish they would have allowed it for mine ... they told us that it's a package so everything is included. Hmmm ... I don't really fancy a red carpet or an arch but my dad seems really keen for us to have that so maybe I should just go ahead with the package.
I'm ok with meeting up ... if we decide on a date when Ah Boy gets here, then shall I drag him along too? You know ah, our boys should also be getting together ... hehehehe..
Hahaha .. then you should get one that says Bride-zilla to match la. I saw an article on a real-life wedding in Italy and the bride wore a t-shirt with the words, La Sposa (The Bride) with a drawing of a solitaire in place of the 'O' in Sposa. So nice and I thought of doing the same .. but the Swedish word is a boring 'Bruden' - how to do??
Lilies
Hey .. welcome back! Wah .. you've certainly got a lot of things done during your absence from here.
Yes yes I've engaged Rias Andaman for the mak andam services and I got to know them from the urusanpengantin site too. I thought their clothes looked fab and Aidah is the owner of the BS. She's really nice .. you should try to get her to do your makeup for you cos she does the more natural look. Unfortunately she's only available to do my makeup on my nikah day - she's been booked for a wedding on my sanding day .. aiyah!! You're going on the 26th? My next appointment with her is on 31st cos Ah Boy needs to get his measurements done.
Lilies,
Long time no see.
marnie,
Yes..i agree with you. Ppl will talk lah. Especially those aunties who will "terrorised" your mother with a lot of whys that must do outside of the home. Coz traditionally girls nikah at home. I also wanted to nikah in the function room but in the end that idea had to be abandoned due to my shit aunties & uncles. My eldest uncle & aunty scolded my parents and called me "anak tahi."
I pity my parents during that time. Already with F*** in-laws and then furthermore had to deal with F*** malay relatives.
Long time no see.
marnie,
Yes..i agree with you. Ppl will talk lah. Especially those aunties who will "terrorised" your mother with a lot of whys that must do outside of the home. Coz traditionally girls nikah at home. I also wanted to nikah in the function room but in the end that idea had to be abandoned due to my shit aunties & uncles. My eldest uncle & aunty scolded my parents and called me "anak tahi."
Marnie... Huichin... Cuclainne,
Wahh.. Finally I get to see your faces here. All are sweet lookers. Ya Marnie, looks sure can be deceiving huh. I thought you very garang one but you look so gentle as a lamb. Beekkkk.. Jangan marah. Heh. Huichin, you too. Very sweet and pretty. As for Cuclainne, I commented before right. You girls are natural beauties, I swear. Can't wait to meet yall in person and chat. IC, the slim one, must try to join us ok. Ally you are included too.
Wahh.. Finally I get to see your faces here. All are sweet lookers. Ya Marnie, looks sure can be deceiving huh. I thought you very garang one but you look so gentle as a lamb. Beekkkk.. Jangan marah. Heh. Huichin, you too. Very sweet and pretty. As for Cuclainne, I commented before right. You girls are natural beauties, I swear. Can't wait to meet yall in person and chat. IC, the slim one, must try to join us ok. Ally you are included too.
Lilies, thanks for your compliments...
I can be garang when provoked lah..but I'm learning to learn from Cuclainne how to bat my eyelids and wink at Meraj to get away with some stuff.
Can tell you it's been futile though cos' Meraj saw that right through me...
Wahhhh IC....Never see you so angry...all the "F" words come out...
Don't think about what has happened. Just enjoy the present with your family yes?
I am trying not to let my kaypoh makciks and pakciks get to me. After all, they've not given birth to me and they didn't raise me up so who are they to comment?
I can be garang when provoked lah..but I'm learning to learn from Cuclainne how to bat my eyelids and wink at Meraj to get away with some stuff.
Wahhhh IC....Never see you so angry...all the "F" words come out...
I am trying not to let my kaypoh makciks and pakciks get to me. After all, they've not given birth to me and they didn't raise me up so who are they to comment?
Hey Gals..
I am sure to miss out alot of posts here, so blur after reading some ot it and yet to finish !!! looks like if I dont start from the beginning Iwill never know whats Happening here man !!! argh !!!
marnie, Cuclainne and Huichin.. you gals look so pretty ya, very good !! hehe
Just a little update of myself being MIA for a long time ya.. hehe
was away with friends to Port Dickson and KL, leave hubby alone at home for a week!! hahahah very cruel of me hor.. thats is why I was punish during the trip.got myself fever, sore throat and flu.. one of my friend kana the virus from me during the trip, see how bad was it, so nobody seens to enjoy the trip lor...
thats why Marnie, no photos taken, no topless to see too.. coz is in Malaysia ma... hahahaha.. next time must go back to THailand again capture all the nice boobs.. hahahaha..
I am sure to miss out alot of posts here, so blur after reading some ot it and yet to finish !!! looks like if I dont start from the beginning Iwill never know whats Happening here man !!! argh !!!
marnie, Cuclainne and Huichin.. you gals look so pretty ya, very good !! hehe
Just a little update of myself being MIA for a long time ya.. hehe
was away with friends to Port Dickson and KL, leave hubby alone at home for a week!! hahahah very cruel of me hor.. thats is why I was punish during the trip.got myself fever, sore throat and flu.. one of my friend kana the virus from me during the trip, see how bad was it, so nobody seens to enjoy the trip lor...
Hui Chin
You saw King Kong too? Yeah, I saw it on Wednesday (made me miss the final episode of Amazing Race!!). I cried during the last 20 mins (haha!) - it wasn't because of the acting but because of the underlying message la .. of exploitation. Kong was just protecting himself and the girl he loves!!
You saw King Kong too? Yeah, I saw it on Wednesday (made me miss the final episode of Amazing Race!!). I cried during the last 20 mins (haha!) - it wasn't because of the acting but because of the underlying message la .. of exploitation. Kong was just protecting himself and the girl he loves!!
Everyone, nur sends her love ... she only had 30mins internet time. She posted that on the thread me and Marnie started ... panicked when we couldn't see this thread the last few days. Lol.
Oh ... I going for my interview at ROMM tomorrow. Wish me luck yah! I called MOM today and they've confirmed that Ah Boy doesn't need a letter of approval from them cos he's an employment pass holder .. they're more strict on the work permit holders, it seems.
Oh ... I going for my interview at ROMM tomorrow. Wish me luck yah! I called MOM today and they've confirmed that Ah Boy doesn't need a letter of approval from them cos he's an employment pass holder .. they're more strict on the work permit holders, it seems.
Elaine: Poor u! kena sick during holiday..aiyo...hope u're getting better now! must meet up wif us soon yea! heh...
Cuclainne: yea i watched it liaoz...nice hor!! haha...i know i know..i managed to tahan my tears haha...but when the show ended, my colleague sitting beside me was sobbing till her eyes swollen and puffy! hahaha..so funny...heh
lurveeee the hairs on Kong that swayed in the winds..
and btw, congrats and good luck for ya interview!
Cuclainne: yea i watched it liaoz...nice hor!! haha...i know i know..i managed to tahan my tears haha...but when the show ended, my colleague sitting beside me was sobbing till her eyes swollen and puffy! hahaha..so funny...heh
lurveeee the hairs on Kong that swayed in the winds..
and btw, congrats and good luck for ya interview!
Hi Gals!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow been quite a while since I've written anything in this post! SO many posts!!
Cuclainne, Marnie and HuiChin..
The pics are great! Now i know how you gals look like..
one day I would certainly love to join ya gals!!
My FH is in town, and its been crazy crazy busy these few days! I've not been getting enough sleep, not eating right and work is just atrociously busy cos I have to clear everything before I leave for US next week!! Arghhhh..
but I am having loads of fun at the same time (with whatever little time left with my FH) we went to Tanjung Beach at Sentosa yesterday nite...there was a full moon and the breeze was just so beautiful....ahhhhhhhhhh
Anyways gals, if i dont have time till i return next year, you gals take care and have fun during the hols yea?
Have a greeeeeeeeeat weekend!
Wow been quite a while since I've written anything in this post! SO many posts!!
Cuclainne, Marnie and HuiChin..
The pics are great! Now i know how you gals look like..
My FH is in town, and its been crazy crazy busy these few days! I've not been getting enough sleep, not eating right and work is just atrociously busy cos I have to clear everything before I leave for US next week!! Arghhhh..
but I am having loads of fun at the same time (with whatever little time left with my FH) we went to Tanjung Beach at Sentosa yesterday nite...there was a full moon and the breeze was just so beautiful....ahhhhhhhhhh
Anyways gals, if i dont have time till i return next year, you gals take care and have fun during the hols yea?
Cuclainne,
Met Aidah today and you know what? Aidah and I were primary school classmate. The world is small indeed ya. Of course we talked about you, the lady who always come with her mum. Heh. Told her I knew you from this site and we never met. After trying 4 bajus, I finally chose the one with brown lining and dusky pink lace modern kebaya. Nothing ott coz I feel like an old bride. Tried those with bustier but I was not comfortable in them. But, those are really nice and gorgeous, aren't they? So which one you had your eyes on to? Thankfully, Aidah is available on my day of nikah so she'll attend to me personally. Yippee. I'll be meeting her again for my husband's fitting on 31 Dec (to coincide with yours) but at a later time, 4pm. Hopefully, we crossed path that day for hellos.
Marnie,
After my visit to the bridal shop, I went to recee Makmur Restn. Hmm... the place is definately not suitable for a wedding function. A cafe-like setup rather. Had dinner there and the food is just ok. Their cheese omelette (spell?) is yummy. But I did pop over to the previously known as Eden Seafood. It's been taken over by Sakura. Their 2nd floor function hall has a dais (a basic one) and PA system with karaoke feature, should be good enough for me. Per table, their dinner menus start from $288. Very affordable right? I might just add a dance performance and kompang entrouge by Persatuan Seni to add 'oomph' on that night. Save all the halal issues for my fellow Muslim guests. Hope that I won't change my mind again.
IC,
Seems like a dejavu. Had my wedding dinner the same place 6 years ago. Never ever imagine that it's happening again until I went past that place today, on my way to check out Makmur Restn. Hmm.. it's fated maybe. So, how are you doing dear? Did you get to attend any work interview? How's baby?
Lilies
Met Aidah today and you know what? Aidah and I were primary school classmate. The world is small indeed ya. Of course we talked about you, the lady who always come with her mum. Heh. Told her I knew you from this site and we never met. After trying 4 bajus, I finally chose the one with brown lining and dusky pink lace modern kebaya. Nothing ott coz I feel like an old bride. Tried those with bustier but I was not comfortable in them. But, those are really nice and gorgeous, aren't they? So which one you had your eyes on to? Thankfully, Aidah is available on my day of nikah so she'll attend to me personally. Yippee. I'll be meeting her again for my husband's fitting on 31 Dec (to coincide with yours) but at a later time, 4pm. Hopefully, we crossed path that day for hellos.
Marnie,
After my visit to the bridal shop, I went to recee Makmur Restn. Hmm... the place is definately not suitable for a wedding function. A cafe-like setup rather. Had dinner there and the food is just ok. Their cheese omelette (spell?) is yummy. But I did pop over to the previously known as Eden Seafood. It's been taken over by Sakura. Their 2nd floor function hall has a dais (a basic one) and PA system with karaoke feature, should be good enough for me. Per table, their dinner menus start from $288. Very affordable right? I might just add a dance performance and kompang entrouge by Persatuan Seni to add 'oomph' on that night. Save all the halal issues for my fellow Muslim guests. Hope that I won't change my mind again.
IC,
Seems like a dejavu. Had my wedding dinner the same place 6 years ago. Never ever imagine that it's happening again until I went past that place today, on my way to check out Makmur Restn. Hmm.. it's fated maybe. So, how are you doing dear? Did you get to attend any work interview? How's baby?
Lilies
Hui Chin, Marnie
Phew!! I'm finished with the interview bit. I got Ustaz Karim Ahmad. He looked so fierce - I was hoping that it wasn't him who was going to interview me. I was there at 10am and I was finally called in at about 11.30am.
My dad went in first, with all the documents. Then it was my turn. I was nervous about the kind of questions he would asked but it was very easy to talk to him. He just asked if I was married before, or if I'm currently engaged to someone else. Then he asked if Ah Boy has converted and I pointed out the conversion cert. Then we went through the registration details together and I had pointed out that there are several things I would like changed. I could have gotten them changed today but the Ustaz suggested that I get them amended when Ah Boy gets here - in case Ah Boy gets fickle-minded and wants to change some other details so I won't have to pay twice for the changes. Then I took the oath .. more like a declaration that everything I've presented is the truth and I signed on the form. Now I only need to go to Muis to endorse the conversion cert, go to ROMM to change the details and for Ah Boy to take the oath all on the day that he arrives... after he takes the mandatory nap, of course. Hahahah.
Lilies
Oh ... I know that dress!! It's very nice, isn't it? I chose a grey kebaya and a white/blue lace kebaya modern for my nikah .. and for my sanding, I am wearing a purple songket and a brown lace kebaya modern. I just hope that Ah Boy agrees with my choice .. hehehe. Yes, I hope to be able to see you then on that date yah!
Elaine
You can try to hold your tears but not sure if you will succeed. I certainly couldn't!! Lol. And my sister is trying to get me to go a second time with her cos she's not been to see it yet. I'm looking forward to watching The Chronicles of Narnia .. maybe I should get the tickets now.
Phew!! I'm finished with the interview bit. I got Ustaz Karim Ahmad. He looked so fierce - I was hoping that it wasn't him who was going to interview me. I was there at 10am and I was finally called in at about 11.30am.
My dad went in first, with all the documents. Then it was my turn. I was nervous about the kind of questions he would asked but it was very easy to talk to him. He just asked if I was married before, or if I'm currently engaged to someone else. Then he asked if Ah Boy has converted and I pointed out the conversion cert. Then we went through the registration details together and I had pointed out that there are several things I would like changed. I could have gotten them changed today but the Ustaz suggested that I get them amended when Ah Boy gets here - in case Ah Boy gets fickle-minded and wants to change some other details so I won't have to pay twice for the changes. Then I took the oath .. more like a declaration that everything I've presented is the truth and I signed on the form. Now I only need to go to Muis to endorse the conversion cert, go to ROMM to change the details and for Ah Boy to take the oath all on the day that he arrives... after he takes the mandatory nap, of course. Hahahah.
Lilies
Oh ... I know that dress!! It's very nice, isn't it? I chose a grey kebaya and a white/blue lace kebaya modern for my nikah .. and for my sanding, I am wearing a purple songket and a brown lace kebaya modern. I just hope that Ah Boy agrees with my choice .. hehehe. Yes, I hope to be able to see you then on that date yah!
Elaine
You can try to hold your tears but not sure if you will succeed. I certainly couldn't!! Lol. And my sister is trying to get me to go a second time with her cos she's not been to see it yet. I'm looking forward to watching The Chronicles of Narnia .. maybe I should get the tickets now.
Lilies, yippee for you to have settled the venue. Just relax and breathe. I think since you're starting this marriage all in the right way, having the dinner at Sakura will be best. I'm sure it'll be okie. Then after that reception at Sakura, you and hubby can go Flutes. Best of both worlds.
I totally missed out on your post, Huichin. Mine's on 15th April 06.
I haven't watched King Kong - I don't think I'll watch lah...I like Peter Jackson but I don't see why an original 1.5 hour film can be stretched until so loong.
Cuclainne, soo excited for you!! Now you can totally just breathe and relax and enjoy the prep towards your solemnisation. And to boot - Ah Boy will be here in a week or so, right?
By the way, do you think you can hook me up with your housing agent cos' one of my friends may be relocating to Singapore. He's not decided but the job is offered so he wants to see what's available first before siging the deal, I suppose. Thanks girl!
Elaine, must drink lots of H2O liao. Always never come out with us, next time we must fine you and buy us all a meal or something...
I totally missed out on your post, Huichin. Mine's on 15th April 06.
I haven't watched King Kong - I don't think I'll watch lah...I like Peter Jackson but I don't see why an original 1.5 hour film can be stretched until so loong.
Cuclainne, soo excited for you!! Now you can totally just breathe and relax and enjoy the prep towards your solemnisation. And to boot - Ah Boy will be here in a week or so, right?
By the way, do you think you can hook me up with your housing agent cos' one of my friends may be relocating to Singapore. He's not decided but the job is offered so he wants to see what's available first before siging the deal, I suppose. Thanks girl!
Elaine, must drink lots of H2O liao. Always never come out with us, next time we must fine you and buy us all a meal or something...
Cuclainne..
Aiya...Cant hold my tears la.. when King Kong got injured on the island already starting to rain, and when he was put on the stage until the end just cant take it lor !! arghh... very poor thing man, but I feel this movie a little long winded in the beinging lei..
Marnie..
Dont fine me la.. I didnt know about the meet up lei.. hehe excuse..s true . hahaha hey.. when are we going to Little Bali huh ?? no intention liow huh ??
Aiya...Cant hold my tears la.. when King Kong got injured on the island already starting to rain, and when he was put on the stage until the end just cant take it lor !! arghh... very poor thing man, but I feel this movie a little long winded in the beinging lei..
Marnie..
Dont fine me la.. I didnt know about the meet up lei.. hehe excuse..s true . hahaha hey.. when are we going to Little Bali huh ?? no intention liow huh ??
Whoa..so many posts..read this eyes get crossed liao!!
Girls,
Finally my school's concert is over..Phew!! planning it was like planning my wedding all over again! mayb once pics are ready i post some of my cuties here..
Cuclainne,
so where's ur new place? Never invite me over ah?
Girls,
Finally my school's concert is over..Phew!! planning it was like planning my wedding all over again! mayb once pics are ready i post some of my cuties here..
Cuclainne,
so where's ur new place? Never invite me over ah?