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Random Thoughts of a Lioness

The reward of conformity was that everyone liked you, except yourself.

Name:

This is me. Like it or not. 'I have long since come to believe that people never mean half of what they say, and it is best to disregard their talk and judge only their actions' - Dorothy Day, 1952

Wednesday, August 24, 2005

A letter to you..

You are the reason why I am here in this world. You must know that I love you to no end. Although I may not show it often, trust me I do. I would even die for you. Which sane person would not?

We were very close. Although you might not be the first person I turn to, you would be the only person I know who would be around for me no matter what. Wherever I was, you were just a call away. In my time of need, you'd never fail to be there.

But lately, that closeness seems to fade away. One moment we joke, and the other, I'd cry my eyes out. Conversations are no longer fun. Sometimes I just feel like not picking up the phone when I see your number. You've had me in so many different emotions in just one call. I feel sad, I get angry, I get frustrated. And most of all, you had me miss the old me - the one who would laugh and get excited to receive a call from you.

And now, I guess I am mostly tired. Tired of fighting, tired of listening to your judgments and tired of going through this emotional roller coaster. You change your mood so easily. One second you say you understand, but the next you make me never want to go back. You say you miss me, but at the same time what you're doing is driving me away. You put up all the expectations, most of which I deliver. But you expect even much more, which I sometimes get the heat for not doing them right.
All these when the people who are responsible get away blame-free.

Oh, and to pick on him is not fair. He is what he is. Yes, I would love for him to change. Yes, there are times I wish he isn't so hard-headed to see that it is for his own good. And yes, there are times I too become upset with him refusing to listen and cry myself to sleep. But he is a good man, and I know even you can't deny it. Has he not performed his duties well? Has he not been taking care of me all these while? I will convince him of what he needs to do, but to say what you said hurts. I know you mean well, but the reason you gave just sounded ridiculous!

I do love you. I want you to know that my love for you has never changed. It hasn't moved elsewhere, nor have I replaced you with another. And I never will. But right now, I just need you to be the person I love again. And I will try my very best to at least fit into the perfect mould you always wanted me to be. And should the day never comes, I would still love you irregardless.

Friday, August 19, 2005

Balik kampung..wo wo wo balik kampung...

Yay! I am going back to Terengganu today!

*Lama bedo'oh doh dok balik..sapa orang siap tanye ingat ke dok lagi jalan..*

The two kids are following since their parents are not bringing them anywhere for school holidays. They are already talking about the beach and aiskrim goreng and swimming pools (err..don't ask me why). I just hope the PS2 will keep them occupied while I sneak out for a catching up session with Aefy and visit Ely's bambino.

Home sweet home - here I come!

P/s: Buster - we ARE going to come back on Monday, AFTER breakfast. No, no..huh, what? I can't hear you.. *goes off skipping towards the door*

Wednesday, August 17, 2005

Feeling nostalgic..

I just found my book of poems I wrote ever since I joined the workforce *a.k.a the DARK SIDE!*. Some are rather silly, while others sad. Most were written based on the mood of the moment. *Realised there are even a few written in honour of the office's eye candy!*

This one was written when I was so smitten with Angel (as in the one in the series - David Boreanaz). And to realise that my colleague at that time has a resemblance just made the creative juice in my head pouring! *sigh*

Angel

Some say you are a myth,
Others say you're not real,
But that's not what I feel..
My friends say I'm dreaming,
Or perhaps hallucinating!
But no, not for me,
An angel, that's what I see.

You may not have wings,
And I dread to hear to you sing;
No halo on your head
Just a guy, others said
But to me, you're so fine,
You..the angel of mine.

Just so you know
I do cherish you so,
And if you ever need to leave
I thank you for this happiness you give..
And know this my angel
I will always remember you well,
Even after a long while
I'll go 'That's the angel, who always made me smile'..

Friday, August 12, 2005

Shoes, a woman's best friend #2 (after diamonds of course!)

Took this from binx. I feel so flip-floppy now!

*Note to self : HAVE TO visit Pedalworks soon.*

Are we on, Malena and EllyB?


You scored as Flip-Flops. Easy-going and carefree, you love the feeling of the wind between your toes and the sun on your feet. Careful, though, these babies don't winter well.

Flip-Flops

60%

Quirky Shoes

60%

Sensible Flats

53%

Classic Pumps

53%

Sexy Heels

30%

What Kind of Shoes Are You?
created with QuizFarm.com


NOTE TO BRO : My feet are asking when they are getting those new cross trainers. *hint hint*

Monday, August 08, 2005

Blurry, blurry day..

The haze is back. And according to the news, it's here to stay for quite a while. In times like these, I am grateful that I don't have any history of sinus or asthma. Poor T has been constantly visited by his wheezing for the past 2 weeks, and Emm can't even walk out of an enclosed building without feeling dizzy.

As for me, I have to put my twice-weekly-power-walking session in the park on hold. MJ and I did try last week, but the haze got the better of me. I felt so tired that night and had a nose block. Buster said it was all 'in my head'. Sheesh.. *rolls eyes*

The haze started earlier with the Sumatran forest fire and thanks to the southwesterly winds blowing our way, it brought the haze together with it. And not to mention that open burning in Cyberjaya Park. What were those people thinking? Having fun making things worse?!

Driving out to lunch yesterday, I was thinking of the small things people could do to help the situation:

1) Avoid smoking in open air. I know it is hard for most, but maybe just for these few weeks?

2) Car pool or take the public transport - less exhaust smoke in the air, the better it is.

3) Put a stop to open burning! Even with this haze going on, I could still see some people burning dried leaves and their garbage. Please-lah people!

4) Instead of having a BBQ, why not have a oven-grilled meal? It'll be healthier to stay indoors anyway nowadays.


Well, that's my two-cents for the day. Maybe, just maybe with everyone doing their bit..we might get over this hazy experience sooner.

Wednesday, August 03, 2005

Baby Blues

I was reading Marina's entry on benchmarks, and am drawn to it like a moth to a fire. Especially the part of babies and the questions she got relating to it.

Buster and I will be married for 2 years this coming December. So questions like :

'When are you getting an addition to the family?'

'Ni bila nak ada isi ni? *while holding my tummy - ARGH!*'

'Ish, takkan takde apa apa kut?'

'Family planning eh?'


are the routine enquiry I get every single day. Some of the 'macam bagus' people even warned me that I might be cursed with not getting any kids AT ALL if I planned during my first year of marriage *rolls eyes*. Oooh, and don't even get me started on the various tricks and advise on how to conceive. I think I can even start a book!

I got endless hints from Mama dearest on how her juniors have grand kids, even those with kids who got married later than we did are already expecting. BW is giving me a hard time for not getting my ob/gyn to recommend something to regulate my menses. The only people in the family who are a little bit understand would be my sisters-in-law Jiji and IJ. And I guess it is only because Jiji took 4 years to get Honey and IJ is also not blessed with a child yet.

The thing is, it is not that we don't want any babies. I love kids, and Buster adores them too. During our first year, we both decided that it would not be even an option to have a kid since:

1) It was honeymoon! *Err,and still is I might add*

2) We were still adjusting to living as husband and wife. With some hiccups at the beginning of the marriage, having a baby would not be the best idea.

3) I wasn't ready with the idea of motherhood. I was actually scared s*itless!

4) We were still living at his Dad's place.

[We have moved since, and although we still spend half the week at Daddy's we at least have some time to ourselves at home..finally enjoying each other's company *without competing with nieces, nephew, sisters, brothers and even his dad (haha) for attention!*.]

5) I can't imagine the responsibility of having a human being who would be depending his/her life on you 100%.


Lately, I have been thinking again and again whether I am ready to take the step. And the questions are now asked by myself:

Am I ready to give up my couplehood freedom?

Am I really ready or am I giving in to other people's expectation?

Would I be a good mother, or would I not?

Will my patience with kids improve when it is my own child?

Would I be able to spend enough time with my child?

Who would look after him or her while I work?

Is Buster going to help out - getting up at night, cleaning up and so on?


And the most ridiculous one:

Would Buster love me less? (I know, I know, it's silly)

With Aboh and Mama not getting any younger, the best gift for them would be the grandchild they've been craving for. Buster too has been toying with the idea of starting a family, especially after looking at how happy EllyB is with Maryam, and how Honey has changed Jiji and Chulan. But right now, I am going to take it easy and pray for the best. If Allah feels that I am fit and ready, He then shall bless me with one.

And as I am told, no one is really READY before it happens. Insya Allah, when the time arrives..my questions will be answered, and my fears will be overcomed.

Tuesday, August 02, 2005

Oh my poor tummy..

Spent the whole day at home yesterday due to food poisoning. The doctor said it might have been the various food I took during the kenduri. I would have to agree. I mean - Nasi Lemak Sambal Sotong, Laksa Utara, Mee Bandung, all those Javanese lauks...err, just listing down the food is making me feel all queasy again.

Crazy Woman apparently thought I was making the sickness up since she reminded Kit 4 times to make sure I submit my MC. According to her, she has never seen any of my MCs EVER. I got so upset when I heard about it from Kit, and dug up all my MC copies from the file. All of them were there alright, together with her initials on it. *GRRRRR* She's lucky that she's not in the office today. Eventhough I still am weak from dehydration, I can still give her a piece of my mind. She's AWOL. No one knows where she is. Not even Cruella's secretary! *A case of the pot calling the kettle black?!*

As for now I shall remain at my cubicle nursing my poor tummy.

Mood of the moment: DEAD