Saving Good People from Bad Coffee

San Francisco Coffee is now open at HP Global Center! It's raining heavily and i'm in need of a warm drink! Guess where i am?

Fresh new Gloves!

Thank you Hubster! U da BeST!

Daily Dose of Lai's Crap

Lai, Ther Chien 9:42 AM

syaza

Hamzah, Syaza Nadrah 9:42 AM

?

Lai, Ther Chien 9:43 AM

why u use nadrah instead of syaza

Hamzah, Syaza Nadrah 9:43 AM

because syaza is short for "shariza" (my sister)

just an indication that i am shariza's sister

Lai, Ther Chien 9:43 AM

so ur name has, ur dad, ur sister and ur name in it

so ur sister is only Hamzah, Shariza

and u got Hamzah, Syaza Nadrah

and luckily u dun have a younger sister else it would be Hamzah, Syaza Nah Iswani

then ur 4th sister would be Hamzah Syaza Nah Ini Diana

5th sister would be Hamzah Syaza Nah Ini Dia Sayuri

i think i shall stop here

haha

Hamzah, Syaza Nadrah 9:46 AM

u crap too much

hhahahahah!!!!!

Another Hectic Weekend~

I've have been pretty busy last week with all the activities in hand. Last weekend was one of most eventful weekend.

Here's the agenda for last weekend:

Friday: Hari Raya Haji Celebration

Woke up early to assist Mother in Law in the Kitchen while Hubster's off for prayers.

After prayers, we had a small family breakfast with in laws.

Shortly after, we were off to my parents place where my relatives from my mother's side were and had another meal.

Mom purchased Astro's First "Untuk Tiga Hari" for RM15 (48 hours air time). - Review coming up soon~

The ladies watched the show while the men were off for Friday prayers.

Shortly after, I had to wait for Hubster to collect our portion of the sacrificed cow.

That night, we went out for dinner at Paradigm mall where my mom claimed Pandora charms as her birthday present from Uncle Majade, Aunty Gayah and Mummyang

Saturday: My mother's and Father in Law's Birthday

Woke up early again and had breakfast with in laws.

Headed to Tmn Tun and picked up stuff to Aunty Gayah's house.

Briefly set up for my mom's surprise birthday party.

Waited for my sister till 11 something when we finally gave up and went back home for a shower.

Headed back to Tmn Tun and picked up more stuff and off to Aunty Gayah's place.

Complete the set up for my mom's party.

My mom's surprise party.

Big Bang's Concert *super super awesome concert that i'm still having the Big Bang Fever today"

Sunday: Nestle's World Walking Day

Woke up early again for the Walk.

After the walk, came back home and took a shower.

Lunch with in laws.

Fetched my mom and went to HomeDec exhibition at KL Convention Center where we bought a few things for our new crib.

Back to Kelana Jaya then after Maghrib Prayers, we were off for dinner at Mesra Kelana with my sister in law.

So, you pretty much can imagine how hectic my weekend was. LOL! It can be tiring having to squeeze everything during the weekend. Tonight, I'm planning to take a break from gym to save my energy for tomorrow's PT session at the gym. Wish me luck!

Uuuuuu!!!! Sedapnye!!!!

Like seriously?!!

Slamat AidilAdha!!!

Camwhoring while waiting for Hubster! :p

Big Bang's Remember

Composers: Teddy + Walt Ander | Lyrics: 양현석
Translated by: Jeska + gdluvzmc @ VIPtranslators
*do not add to or remove credit line*
-note: ITALICS are sung in English
[YB] (Do you remember,
Do you remember,
Do you remember)
when i saw you in this broad and wide world (when i first saw you)
i feel like i am possessed by something; to make it unnoticeable, yeah (i try to hide)
when you look at me, when you smiling at me
i feel like i got everything in this world, i don’t know how to describe it
[SR] sometimes you are like a child, sometimes you look at me like (you look at your) mom
sometimes you scold me; [YB] “i love you” isn’t enough to express my love
Chorus:
remember all promises i made with you, i will make you happy
remember if you can be with me, i am not afraid of anything in this world
remember hand-in-hand, we will run together
[GD/TOP] scream (ay) to that high sky (eh) to this wide world (eh) DO YOU REMEMBER
[DS] fear can always come to us (all of a sudden)
promise me DO YOU REMEMBER [YB] that you will be with me closest
[SR] we will overcome this in the end, i am fine (so) don’t give up NO
[DS] i thank the heaven, thank you (for) coming in front of my eyes OH
[SR] sometimes you are like a child, sometimes you look at me like (you look at your) mom
sometimes you scold me; [DS] “i love you” isn’t enough to express my love
[Repeat chorus]
[GD] when i get tired and fall asleep, you never sleep at a distant place, without a word
why do you have so much tears, separated times, just wait a bit more
the reason i can breath it’s you miss, you, you’re beautiful
[TOP] i pray for you with my tightened fist
i protect you, my number 1 precious treasure
although they make fun of us, i am (your) strong support
[YB]i will hold and protect you, i promise you forever
[Repeat chorus]


*Haih.... why la Malaysians can't produce this kind of song.. even the current western pop music don't produce songs this meaningful... like Baby baby baby what? Pbtt!!!

Spotted @ Paradigm Mall

Like really.. Where did these people learn how to park?

Funny thing, saw a paper on the car which said:

"If there was one stupid person in the world, it's you!

Learn how to park or get someone else to park for you."

Wise indeed..

Ladies Night Out @ Publika

It's been quite some time since we had our ladies night out. It used to be a tradition for us where Tira, Sri and Farah will occasionally dress up and go for a fancy dinner. Kinda like those outings that Carrie Bradshaw would have with her girlfriends.However, Farah has not been joining out for the past few outings due to her commitment to Capoiera. Honestly, I really can't remember when we actually had a night out. One thing is for sure, we haven't had one in like at least 6 months. Since both Sri and Tira were born in September, we made it a must to have this long overdue night out.

Initially, we thought of trying The Estate at the Intermark. However, each one of us were stuck in heavy traffic since it was raining on a Friday evening, So really, taking a drive to KL in such a condition is a big No-No. We decided to go to Publika instead. It was my second time to Publika and I wasn't really familiar with the place. Sri had a little extra time to survey for places to go and found this new place called Magenta. They just had their official opening last week. That is how fresh the place is. We weren't really sure what to expect but the place looks pretty cozy so we decided to give it a try. 

Fortunately, the food there was great and the service was above expectation. The taste of each dish was just nice and nothing was exaggerated. As Tira says it, "Cukup Rasa je sume". Since it was our first visit, we ordered a few dishes and wanted to share them. Just so that we can have a taste of everything. Upon seeing what we were doing, without questions asked, the waiter prepared 4 empty plates for us and offered them. Talk about efficiency! They were very polite and warm that we were all very pleased with the service and will definitely pay another visit.

Sri and Farah checking out some pictures in the camera.

With TiraSuperstar.

I ordered Earl Tea tea with Honey and Lemon.

A timer according to how strong you want your tea to be.

Complimentary buns.

Mushroom Soup.

Ceasar Salad with anchovies and turkey ham.

Sri scooping up the mushroom soup.

Escargot

Chicken Mushroom Quiche with Salad on the Side.

Tuna Steak with grilled vegetables&potatoes and sauteed mushrooms.

Spaghetti Marinara.

The setting there.

Us!

Tira outside of Magenta.

Farah posing with the signage.

Since it's been awhile since we had our last night out, we decided to hang out a little longer. So, we hopped to Plan B for a short drink and of course, more chit chatting. LOL!

Tira in her Joyah mode. LOL! She's so funny!

Farah enjoying her Hot Choclate~

Us @ Plan B

It is always great to catch us with these girls. There's so much to talk about and looking through the years, each of us have developed and blossomed. Sri who used to be this scrawny shy girl is now fashionable and sporty. She started to jog last year and this year, she ran 10km for the King of the Road! Farah has left interior design and pursue a career as a caterer. Mind you, her food is quite awesome ok! She's still a lot to learn but I do see a lot of potential in her. Tira now is a successful engineer in TM (Workoholic is more like it!) and yet she is able to balance social life and mind you, she is one of the best cook I've ever known! Heart you girls lots and lots! 

This is my best effort trying to imitate the kitten in the picture. LOL!

Girls, can't wait to meet up again this Sunday for Nestle's World Walking Day! Muachsss!

Tama: It's Flyday!!!!!

Weekend's just around the corner and hubster had the cutest way of placing Tama! LoL! Happy Friday People!

Tama today...

Me: what is tama doing there like that?
Hubster: shhh!!! He's playing hide and seek
Me: *_*!!!!!!

Hubster, the Subsitute Dance Instructor..

Hubster, FizahSem, Elee and ME!

SofiaShereen and Athirah (She is one of my inspiration. She lost a whole lot of weight and her arms are toned. Sigh! I must really work harder in toning my flabby arms.)

*Pictures are taken from Elee Nabilah's Facebook

Gillian Lee a.k.a. Baby G was not able to make it last night so she called Hubster to replace her class. Months back, Hubster choreographed a dance using Usher's Scream and decided to simplify it for the beginner's class. Unfortunately, the steps may not be simple enough as I had to struggle a little to cope (blame it on the muscle ache from my interval weight training sessions with my trainer-in denial mode). What I like about this choreography is there was a lot of those groovy moves that people used to use in dance clubs (dance clubs that play soul groovy music ok... not those remixed stuff where people look high when they dance). I guess it is pretty much doable if I paid more attention but knowing me, I'm easily distracted. The turn out was quite good. There were 8 people in the class (considering that it was a late night class 930pm-1030pm). Some of the Jiggy Monsters joined the class eventho it wasn't BabyG who was instructing. Even FizahSem who normally wouldn't go to the gym that late came just for Hubster's class. Thank you so much for your support! Both Hubster and I appreciate it very much!

Minka Kelly

Minka Kelly was famous for her role as Lyla Garrity in the TV series called Friday Night Lights. There is no denying that this beauty is much more than a pretty face. She does not have those stick thin figures that we most often see Hollywood celebrities normally portray in. Instead, she has a fit and lean figure. Being healthy gave her the natural beauty and a hot figure that rocks! Just look at her pictures. Even with minimal make up and just a white tee, Minka still look super attractive.

So, I goggled for her workout regime and diet. Self.com has a lot of informative stuff on her workout and diet plan. There is this circuit that she does which seems pretty much doable (i think! LOL!! Maybe im just being too ambitious!)

Circuit:

1.   Twister

Works shoulders, abs, butt, legs Stand with feet hip-width apart, a 5-pound dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height, palms forward. Squat, then return to standing, as you pivot left foot so torso twists to right and extend arms overhead (as shown). Repeat on opposite side for 1 rep. Do 6 to 10 reps.

2.   Big Dipper

Works butt, legs Stand with feet hip-width apart, a weight in each hand at sides throughout. Step right leg back and to left, coming into a deep squat (as shown). Return to start. Repeat on the opposite side for 1 rep. Do 10 to 12 reps

3.   All Over Toner

Works shoulders, abs, butt, legs Stand with feet hip-width apart, a weight in each hand at sides. Raise weights out to sides at shoulder height as you step left leg back into a reverse lunge (as shown). Return to start. Repeat on opposite leg for 1 rep. Do 12 reps.

4.   Ballsy Bicycle

Works abs, obliques Lie faceup, holding a 3- to 6-pound medicine ball at chest. Lift shoulder blades and legs about 6 inches off floor, then bring left knee toward chest and twist torso toward left knee (as shown). Switch sides, twisting torso to bent right knee, for 1 rep. Continue alternating in a pedaling motion. Do 12 reps.

5.   Interval Run
1 minute at 5.0
1 minute at 5.5
1 minute at 6.0
1 minute at 6.5
1 minute at 7.0
1 minute at 7.5
1 minute at 8.0
2 minutes at 4.5
Repeat five times.

 Planning to try it this weekend! Wish me luck! Will update you on my thoughts about it once i tried it. ;p

Self.com also shared some tips from Minka.

Here are Minka Kelly's Diet and Workout Tips:

1.       Don’t Deprive
"If you don't let yourself have things you want, especially when it comes to something as simple as food, you'll fail and end up being less healthful. I try to be sensible and have egg whites and oatmeal for breakfast, a salad with protein for lunch, and fish and veggies at night. But once in a while, I have that cheeseburger and fries!"

2.       Workout Goal
"To feel good and not have to buy bigger jeans!"

3.       It’s Not About the Number
"I haven't gotten on a scale in a long time. If I'm working out hard enough, I'm proud of myself."

4.       Maintain balance
"If you don't have something you're passionate about, you won't be happy. When the people in your life support your career and know how much they mean to you, everything balance's out."

5.       Eat Dessert
"I don't feel like dinner's done unless I have a sweet. I'd rather go for a small slice of real chocolate cake than a bunch of sugar-free cookies. It's all in moderation."

6.       Find your Inspiration
"I watch Beyoncé videos while I'm working out. The dancers' bodies are so inspiring!"

7.       Embrance your Imperfection
"They are what makes us beautiful. The scar from the appendectomy I had when I was little and the one from the boogie boarding accident I had a few years ago make me unique, and I'm proud of them. That said, there are days when I have less confidence than other days. When that happens, I try to treat myself the same way I would treat my best friend—meaning, I love my friends for who they are and don't focus on their 'flaws.' So I try to do that for myself, too"

8.       Enjoy IT
"Exercise is like meditation for me. And I'm giving myself that time!"

9.       Work your mind and Body
"I've been working out with [trainer] Gunnar Peterson and it's completely changed my body, my life, everything. I cannot live without it now. When you have such a good workout, it clears everything up mentally, physically, and you just have a better day.

Looking at her does motivate me a little to be fit. I hope I will be able to adopt a healthier lifestyle successfully. Wish me luck!