Real Time Zara

Zara loves to draw. The details of her drawings has evolved so much. Last night, we witnessed how real time Zara is....

She drew a picture of me wearing my sport bra post workout. Hands cannot be seen here because they were in the sink doing dishes.

Then, there was her dad, soaked in sweating while exercising with dumbbells..

Lastly, she drew herself with her hair wrapped in a towel drawing the picture....

That is a definite capture of what usually goes on in the house when it is just the 3 of us..

Big Home Expo at Bukit Jalil

Why Is Nayla afraid of Dentists (According to Zara)

Yesterday, mom brought my niece to the Dentist for a quotation. Since my niece was so scared of Dentists (like her mom), the dentist spent a good 15mins trying to talk to Nayla just to calm her nerves down. However, according to my nephew, Zara did most of the talking! Haih.... Initially Dad wanted to stop her but the dentist ckp to let her talk. She asked a lot of questions and the dentist was kind enough to explain.. When the dentist asked nayla,"why are u afraid of dentist?".. Zara quickly answered," i know i know.. she is afraid of dentists Because she is scared that YOU will take all her teeth out!" She even went in to see my mom's dental surgery. The dentist siap tell her to not grow up. Senang ckp the dentist was captivated...

6 years ago...

6 years of marriage has taught me the importance of perseverance. In the face of true love, you need to prepare for the worst and learn to love despite the bitterness that comes along with the challenges of life. A commitment to keep on fighting even if the object of your affection is begging you to give up. As my daughter, Zara Aliya says, two people who got married and have a baby must love each other and stay together. In the most difficult time in life, we must not stay away but rather still be there to support each other. Forgiveness is also just as important. In Syaa Allah time will unravel how worthy we are of second chances.

Happy Anniversary...

When you work next to a mall...

Last minute Mani Pedi made possible... Only spend on this once a year...

Maybelline's Dream Make Up Base and Satin Foundation

Recently, Guardian Malaysia had a Cosmetic Offer where most of their cosmetic products are at 50% off. So, I decided to go on a drugstore make up haul. Haha!!! Ok, maybe it is not that much of a haul. I just bought myself an everyday alternative to my Fenty Beauty (Cause really, Fenty is quite pricy for me to wear everyday). There weren't that much of a choice as I went on the last day and most of the items are sold out. Bought myself a primer and foundation from Maybelline. 

Maybelline's Dream One Day Perfect Dual Protection Lasting Base  (RM49.90)
Description on the Packaging: DREAM ONE DAY PERFECT BASE The soft and smooth base protects your skin not only from oiliness, but also from dryness. Sebum adsorbing formula covers pores, and prevents skin from unwanted shine and oiliness. Moisturizing formula keeps your skin fresh, and protects the finish look all day long. SPF 18+ PA++.

Maybelline's Dream Satin Skin in shade B2 (RP: RM51.79)
Description on the Bottle: Discover the skin of your dreams with the all new Dream Satin Skin Liquid Mousse foundation by Maybelline New York. . This formula never allows the skin to clog and makes it breathable at all times.Get satin-poreless perfection.

After discount, I spent a total of approximately RM50 for both items which really is quite ok for me. Really, being a working class mom who just started to build a family and career, budget is definitely one of the main concern. Whilst I can be very thrifty, I'm one of those person who still is very much concerned of my vanity. LOL! Oh well, I try my best to be more presentable.

Clean Face #nofilter

Post Skincare and Sunblock #nofilter

With Dream 1 Day Lasting Base

Foundation on me and Maybelline's Age Rewind Under Eye Concealer

Blended! To be honest, weight-wise it really doesn't feel as if I have anything on.

Finish with a bit of Eye Liner, Blusher and Lip Color

At 10am while waiting for my conference to start..... Still very much Fresh Faced! 

Around 2pm, the make up was still very much there. It only shifted a lil but still much better than others I tried. 

So far, am loving it! Light weight and natural...It doesn't have this cakey finishing that cracks on your skin which is very important to me since I have sensitive and combination skin. My conclusion is, this is Definitely a Steal!

Buka Puasa at Lubuk Bangku, Bangsar

After lunch at work, there will always be this head popping in front of my cubicle asking, " You full or not? You want to have boost? star buck? Dunkin?". He is none other than my mischievous colleague, Kim Seong. Yes, he is one of the challenges that I have to lose weight. It will always be either me or Belinda who will be his victim to accompany him to trips for calories indulgence. During this fasting month, like it or not, he had to refrain himself from asking  me to follow him. LOL! Then, Belinda had a brilliant idea that we go for a buka puasa trip together and try this place she has been following on instagram called Lubuk Bangku which offers authentic malay Negeri Sembilan cuisine. 

To be honest, it wasn't the first time I heard of them. My sister once invited my mom there but unfortunately the food was sold out that they had to go somewhere else. For this Ramadhan, Lubuk Bangku shares their dishes for the day ahead on instagram. We will need to book our dishes earlier. Belinda made all the arrangements and the food was all ready when we reached there at 7.10pm (Traffic was pretty bad due to the rain). 

Peria Goreng Telor

Gulai Lemak Nangka

Kacang Botol Goreng

Our spread with this boy who tak puasa but over betol lapar dia.. LOL!

Overall, our bill came up to RM58.40 which is approximately RM20 per head. We were quite pleased with the food. It does have this Homecooked taste that satisfied our bellies. Just look at our happy faces after! LOL!

Kim Seong, Belinda and I