No matter how nice we try to put things, there is no denying that life is a battle. Everyday is a struggle.
However, with every struggle is a blessing. We are blessed to be alive and given the chance to make changes everyday.
People say, “live your life to the fullest”; I am here to do just that.
Hi, My name is Nadrah and this is my story.
I'm a daughter, a sister, a granddaughter, a cousin, a friend, a wife and a mother but most of all, I will always be a little girl at heart.
This blog is about my life and how I try to live it to the fullest while keeping it well balanced.

Thursday 20 March 2014

10 CHEAP AND AMAZING VACATION DESTINATIONS AROUND THE WORLD

Not sure whether I'ld say that these places are cheap but they are definitely worth going! LOL! Definitely in my must go list! 

10 CHEAP AND AMAZING VACATION DESTINATIONS AROUND THE WORLD

#10 – Bali

Cheap vacation in paradise!

Vacation in Indonesia, and Bali in particular is cheaper than you could imagine. A luxurious 4-star hotel will cost you about 50 dollars. If you plan spending most of the time at the beach and luxurious hotel suite is not your main concern, you can find a decent hotel for only 20 bucks.

#9 – Vietnam

Just look at this beach! Isn’t it gorgeous?

Vietnam has lots of paradise-like places where you can spend an unforgettable vacation. You can have a nice suite in a bed and breakfast hotel for 15 dollars per night. Street vendors offer cheap and delicious meals that will cost you about 1 dollar.

#8 – Peru

The best beaches are in Peru!

Food and hotels are extremely cheap in Peru. Thus, you can stay on a hotel for less than 10 bucks per night. Taxi is also very cheap and you can get from one place to another for just a few dollars. Why paying more?

#7 – Mexico

Spend less, buy more!

Currency exchange rates make your dollar worth a lot in this country. Mexico is one of the cheapest vacation destinations, where you can find bed and breakfast hotels for only 10 dollars per night. Other services and products are also low-priced.

#6 – Romania

A trip to Europe can be cheap!

Vacation in most European countries is not a cheap treat. But if you dream of visiting Europe, start with Romania. This country has lots of historical places. You will have unforgettable time exploring music festivals and medieval architecture. A hotel in this country will cost about $15-$30 per night. Do not forget trying local cuisine – it is delicious and cheap!

#5 – Guatemala

Explore Guatemala for cheap!

Guatemala offers tourists comfortable hotels which cost as little as 7 bucks per night and luxurious resorts that cost from 40 dollars per night. If you are fond of active vacation and like exploring new places, you can travel around the town on small boats. Such boat trips will cost $1-$4.

#4 – Morocco

Morocco will not leave you indifferent!

A good hotel, with a breakfast, all-day tea and free Wi-Fi will cost you about 25 dollars per night. Morocco is an ideal place for shopaholics and cheap goods hunters. Local markets are loaded with quality and cheap goods, including ceramics, spices and cell phones.

#3 – Iceland

Iceland is not just snow and ice!

Iceland is a home of breathtaking landscapes. It offers tourists amazing scenery with numerous waterfalls, lava fields and geysers, which you can view absolutely for free. A night in a comfortable hotel with all modern conveniences will cost from 30 to 40 dollars.

#2 – Laos

Laos offers cheap and quiet rest.

Laos is the best vacation destination for those who want to relax. Just imagine, you can have a room in a hotel for just 10 bucks. A usual meal will cost you one dollar. A dinner in a luxurious restaurant will cost $20 per person. And do not forget about massage that costs around 6 dollars.

#1 – Cambodia

White sand, clear water and cheap services. What can be better?

A day in a city hotel will cost you about 10 dollars. Restaurants are also cheap. Thus, a group of five people can have a substantial meal for only 20 dollars.

Monday 17 March 2014

Biased and unprofessional? I guess in this case, I'm ok with that

I guess it is true what they say that you will have a different perspective of life once you are a mother. In my case it started when I was pregnant. Having to go through all the pregnancy sickness, we put aside our vanity and think more about the health of our fetus. It's like when we go in and out of the toilet, not once came in our mind that your baby is a nuisance to you. Unconditional love comes naturally that you wouldn't mind dying for someone you've never met. From there, you can know how much your mother loves you. Going through childbirth makes me appreciate my mother even more. I remembered scolding my husband a lot and wouldn't stop telling my mom how much I love her as I endured labor pain. The whole experience makes me even more defensive towards my mom that I've decided to remove a particular person from my life for saying awful things about my mother. I'm quite certain that my mother, just like any other human being, is flawed but I don't appreciate it when the particular person brings up my mom as a bad choice of caterer for providing insufficient food. Not especially when my mom bought a few pieces of the person's frozen food in support of her business without thinking twice. When comfronted on the matter, the person says that it was the waiter's fault. If it were so, my mother brought up as the person who provided insufficient food and as a result, embarassment was incurred and the family's image is tarnished. They always say that it doesn't matter what happens to you. What matters is how you respond. I've always been straight forward and I'm not the kind to put on a kind face even if I do not like/agree to a person. If you have a business you would know that managing a business can be tough but our main concern at Katie Kitchen is to provide the best service we can according to our customer's concern and budget. Professional or not, I can't help being biased towards my mom. Yes, she is flawed and we do have disagreements. On some days she can be the most annoying person on earth who keeps testing my patience. But should anything happen, InsyaAllah I will be there for ger. After all, she is my gift from God, the first person to love me unconditionally and only have my best interest at heart. Someone should protect her too just as how she cared for me.