Splashing Fun Time At Bukit Merah...

I had always wanted to go to the Water Park at Bukit Merah Lake Resort.

But,whenever we went back to Taiping, we never seemed to have enough time to spare for a quick visit.

It was Auntie Achik who was kind enough to take Diana, Dini and I there recently.

It was a hot day and the water was so inviting.

There were so many attractions at the park but we did not have time to try them all.

We had a good time at the water park.

I was a pity that Papa and Mama did not join us.

But perhaps, they will, next time around.

There Is A Time For Everything...

But not for updating my blog.. I guess.

It really has been a while since I last posted here.

I mean Hari Raya... both Puasa and Haji..had come and gone.

And soon..it's time to go back to school again.

Anyway, my family and I did go back to Pasir mas and Taiping to celebrate Hari Raya Aidil Fitri.

We went to visit the graves of Tok Ayah and Mek in Pasir Mas.

Later, we headed back to Bah's place in Taiping.

I was happy to see my grandma again.

Almost everybody was there and I had a great time ,catching up, with my cousins.

Of course, My brother Dini just had to go the mall to have his usual fun-ride.

We also managed to catch a movie there but now, for the life of me, I can no longer remember the name of the movie.

Merdeka at Sutra Beach Resort

The Merdeka celebration this year, fell during the fasting month.


I was lucky to be invited to celebrate the independence day at Sutra Beach Resort in Merang.




I was not alone as students from special education classes from SK Sri Budiman (II) were also there.

They were accompanied by their teachers while I went there with my family.




First, we all had a feast breaking our fast.


Soon after, each of us was given a national flag to wave around.

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Resort general manager Mr Malizan Zakaria and his staff brought out the 'merdeka' cake too.


Then, it was time to shout Merdeka! Merdeka! Merdeka!

Ramadan Came And Went

It has been a while since I last posted here. I guess I was a little distracted, with the fasting month and all.


It was a good month though. I had no trouble completing the task of fasting throughout the whole 'puasa' month.




Early in the fasting month, I was invited to join a group of special children at a breaking-of-fast do at Ri-Yaz Heritage Resort and Spa in Pulau Duyong.


My dad took me there and my kid brother Dini also tagged along.




The food was good and I had an enjoyable time.


I was probably the biggest kid there but I still received 'duit raya' from resort general manager Mr Abdul Shaheed.






Dini got his 'duit raya' packet too.

When Grandma Came To Visit

It's not often that I get to see my grandma.


She lives in Taiping and I am here in Kuala Terengganu.




But, recently Bah came to visit. Auntie Achik came too.


Diana, Dini and I tagged along when Bah and Achik went to the museum, Taman Tamaddun Islam and Pasar Payang.




We also took Bah and Achik to Pulau Duyong.

We had hi-tea at Ri-Yaz Heritage Resort and Spa there.




Bah didn't stay long though.

I was a little sad when she left a few days later.

But, we are due for another school break soon and I hope, we get to go back to Taiping to see Bah again.

Graduating Cousins

I recently received a text message from Kak Erin.


She said she couldn't find a single photograph of her here.


Well, she can't say that anymore.


I looked all over for something with us together in a shot but to no avail.




Found photos of her graduation day though.


Thought it would be appropriate to show a few here.


She couldn't have looked any happier with Kak Yani by her side.





Kak Lin was there too.


The graduation hat looked a perfect fit.


But I think she still has another year to go before her she can wear her own.

I can't blame her though.

I too am looking forward to attend mine even if it's still years down the road.

Fund For Gaza From Shams

Earlier this year, our school donated money to the Gaza fund. The story was published in a few newspapers.

But in addition to the donation news, the New Straits Times highlighted our Ustaz Rosli too.

According to the publication, our Senior Assistant Principal looked a little like the President of the United States, Mr Barack Obama.

I was still new at the school at that time and had only a few times caught a glance of Ustaz Rosli.

But I was presence during the donation presentation with my other classmates.

Most of my friends said Ustaz Rosli did not look like Mr Obama.


But a few others including Uncle Imran who took our photos that day, thought there was a resemblance.

The most important thing was, the teachers and students at the school did a good thing by donating money for a worthy cause.

Taiping Here We Come

I'm always looking forward to going back to Taiping.


The place where I was born.






I enjoy the road trip too, especially when we arrive at the rest-stop at the highest peak of Titiwangsa Range.

The air is cool and crisp there.

The view, simply breathtaking.




The trip home takes six to seven hours via the east-west highway.

But it's definitely worth it as I get to spend time with grandma.






And my cousins Idan, Illa and Ashraf.














When we are together, things are rarely quiet.


We play cards, carom, and sometimes, we just chase each other around the house.








Or we just hang out at Taiping Central.

First Day At Shams

It has been more than six months since I first stepped on the ground of SMKA Sheikh Abdul Malek.

But I still remember how nervous I was on the first day.










I remember thinking I would be lost here.



I also remember wanting to go back to SK Padang Hiliran.





But that didn't stop me from going through the whole registration process.


Deep down I knew I would survive.


I always have, I told myself.






That day seems like ages ago.


Now, I do feel like I belong here.






This is where I want to be.


Where I hope everybody knows my name.

When In Bukit Keluang

One of my favorite places in the world is Bukit Keluang Beach Resort.







The beautiful resort in Bukit Keluang, Besut, Terengganu is where my family and I usually spend a day or two during school holidays.



The place is rather quiet except when Diana, Dini and I are in the swimming pool.


We like very much the convenience of having our snacks right by the poolside. I just love their french fries and chicken chops.

When we are tired of splashing in the pool, we have a choice of playing indoor games or going for a bike ride.




Diana and Dini are more adventurous.

They usually like to check out the rest of the beach area on their bikes.

I can't blame them either because there are quite a number of ice-cream stalls by the beach.


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Lunch and dinner for the three of us are pretty much predictable


Chicken chops and milkshakes for Dini and I, while Diana may go for fish and chips.


Sleep at the resort doesn't come easy as we often try our best to stay awake as long as possible.




We play cards, watch TV, tell jokes and stories.


But by midnight, sleep wins.