Kindy Hunting in Melaka

Today was meant for settling my girls schooling. For Sarra and Arissa, it wasn't  a big deal but its a different case fir Sofea.
   The first kindy I went to was Little Chaliph. It was recommended by my friend T'rex. I kind of like the school and the owner especially. She's very motherly and you can tell that she is sincere in doing the kindy business. Fee was absolutely no problem as I was so used of having to dry up my pay for Arissa and Sarra's Krista. The major setback was the distance. At first, I thought it's in Taman Merbok, it turned up that it's far beyond Taman Merbok. In fact, it's in Bukit Katil. Far off from my route as well as abang's route to work.
  During lunch, I browsed through my galaxy tab and found that there's this Genius Aulad not far away from my house. I rang up Dilin and boy, was I glad to know that they provide transport.
  It took me almost an hour to really find the place. As soon as I stepped into the kindy, my Sofea showed immediately liking. I guess you could call it condusive. However, the bad side of it is that they only cater kindergarten. They do no provide daycare. That is a major setback.
  So, I guess, it left me with one option.- Nuri. At least if I choose Nuri, I am the only one would suffer in case Mr Daddy has to go outstation. In comparison to Little Chaliph, the suffering would be to both of us, be it daddy is outstation or not.
   To cut short, I managed to time my journey back and forth and Daddy would have no problem in sending Sofea everyday. It offers all that I could ever asked for. Furthermore, the fee is relatively lower that of Krista.
So, finally, its Nuriwww.nuri.com.my after a tiring day of hunting. I pray the best for Sofea.

Cekodok Ikan Bilis AKA Jemput2 Ikan Bilis

Flour is a must have item in my kitchen. Its so perfect for rainy day like today. So, this is my version of cekodok ikan bilis. I pair it up with a mug of hot Nescafe and some Maggi Chilli Sauce.

All you need are;

1. some flour

2. some anchovies

3. a tea spoon of chili paste

4. diced shallots

5. water

6. salt

7. oil to fry

Mix all well. To make it extra crunchy, before frying it, add little hot water into the batter. Some people also prefer to put some ice cubes. They imitate the Japanese way of making the tempura. After adding it all, use a tea spoon to scoop the batter into the heated oil.

There you have it. Perfect for tea during the rainy days... its cheap and can be easily prepared at home.

Alternatively, check www.malaysiabest.net/2008/01/24/resipi-cucur-kodok-cekodok

WHAT TO DO WITH LOTS OF DAGING QURBAN?

With Eidul Adha has just passed few days ago, some of us may got themselves stucked with what to cook. Well, hope this would give you some idea;

1. Daging Masak Blackpepper
2. Daging Masak Lemak Cili Api 
3. Spaghetti Bolognese
4. Beef Burger
5. Roti John
6. Nasi Pakapau
7. Telur Bungkus

Enjoy cooking!

BREAK IN BY 2 PRIMARY SCHOOL BOYS IN PUTRAJAYA

When the newscaster mentionED that the break in into 20 houses in Putrajaya was at Phase 4, Precint 8, I immediately knew that it was the job of my boys.Few faces appeared before my eyes.
       On the next day at school, I was shocked to find that they are year 1 and year 2 boys. They are naive and this is supported by their class teachers. I also learn that the parents actually asked the boys to return the stolen items to the owners upon knowing the boys' naught. If I was the parent, I would do the same thing. Or... I could go to extra mile by personally return the items and apologize sincerely. I remembered clearly, few years earlier, I had difficulty in handling Sarra's habit of taking other people's belongings.
      To me, they are naive and the parents have done their parts in educating their children. I, however would blame the one who made it into a police case. If you look at the things they stole, those are things that I would categorize as priceless. But again, the boys need to be taught, I agree. By making it into a police case is so devastating to the boys and the parents.
     I deny of being judgemental against the parents of phase 4, Precint 8 but that's the reality. Parents here, they are selfish. They just want to condemn. Teachers here are so used to being condemn by them.
      I recall this one talk by Ustaz Don Danial. He said that our Prophet Muhammad (SAW) never blame others. He would listen attentively and whenever mistake needed to corrected, he would do it wisely. Just look at the Japanese. They would forgive and forget easily. That's how we should lead our life. Less stress, more peace.
      So friends, I urge... this could happen to us. Its just how wise would we be in handling the situation. But for me personally, I don't blame the boys. They were exposed to so many things. Violent movies, basic and handful of science, and everything. Its us the adult who have failed to see this.


JANGAN LETAK KUNCI DALAM KASUT

Arissa's Hari Anugerah Cemerlang

 Tuesday, 25th November was Arissa's Hari Anugerah Cemerlang. As a teacher in the same school, I made it a point to dress up, put on my best for her. I was so proud as Arissa was the only one of the school teachers' children that made it to the top 10. She is the 4th best for year 2 pupils. Wouldn't you be proud if you were me?

Many proud and smiling parents were there. Unfortunately, daddy was not there la Arissa. He had a meeting. Lucky that your mother is a teacher.

However, at the end of the day, mummy and daddy weren't be able to see what you got for being the best in the Maths paper. Arissa lost her prize. She was careless and she had her lesson. She wept and it took her a while before she could smile again.
She learnt from her mistakes, yess, but the culprit must be punish. Till now, he is still free of guilt.

Arissa with friends, waiting to be called.
I wish you don't hunch so much dear....

"I feel goodddd"

With proud mummy.

HFMD (Hand Foot Mouth Disease) . Nursery is closed for a week

This is the second time around the nursery is being closed for HFMD. Lucky this time, there's the Deepavali holiday in the week. Lucky too this time around the nursery now has another branch which is also in Putrajaya. To add to the convenience, the owner is willing to transport Sofea to her other branch of nursery.. I, thus,  need not have to worry on sending Sofea all the way to Presint 14, then come back to Presint 9 to sent Sarra and then to Presint 8, off to school. Imagine if I have to bear this route for a week. Puan Diana Razali, thanks so much. Words simply can't describe how grateful I am with you being so resourceful and helpful.
Mothers who wish to send their children to a childcare, just bear in mind, there are still nurseries which we can entrusted our children to.

Saying Hi

I've finally have a blog. Yesss! I sincerely hope this is good as my purpose of life on this mundane world is to spread goodness and to prevent evil. That'll be exactly what this blog is for. InsyaAllah.