tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27339814917954500112023-11-16T21:07:25.595+08:00ANUARAAnuarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04802635730181346411noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2733981491795450011.post-66135026554309506222020-11-15T15:47:00.002+08:002020-11-16T06:34:33.396+08:00A new direction<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiL3EPw__L4biL_QhS12O-G-LfU5xpUX4-tV7SKLtwPZX9n0IZzLfH0MK31ORfNrLKXq4u0RTI7Kdz5jFpWFuemRmkLpXDoaJtBaSsrVq7GfDMnfmrCyjSZeXENivzM1Tav54ZnwE00ryV/s1024/WhatsApp+Image+2020-11-15+at+2.58.14+PM.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1024" data-original-width="576" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiL3EPw__L4biL_QhS12O-G-LfU5xpUX4-tV7SKLtwPZX9n0IZzLfH0MK31ORfNrLKXq4u0RTI7Kdz5jFpWFuemRmkLpXDoaJtBaSsrVq7GfDMnfmrCyjSZeXENivzM1Tav54ZnwE00ryV/w225-h400/WhatsApp+Image+2020-11-15+at+2.58.14+PM.jpeg" width="225" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Assalamualaikum. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">For a long while now, I've felt so broken I put my life on a standstill. They say time heals all, so there I was standing still waiting for time. I waited and waited and watched as time flew by and I'm still in the same place; nothing has healed. Years later, as the fog started clearing, I looked back at the damage filled with guilt and regret of the people I've hurt along the way, the opportunities I've watched slipped by, the life that could've been. I sabotaged myself with endless guilt-tripping. It's about time that I wake up from this daze and live a more fulfilling, meaningful and purposeful life.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Covid came as a blessing in disguise, allowing many of us to slow down, take a step back and reset our lives. This year, despite the circumstances, was what I needed to find peace within myself and find the barakah in our every action. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I've taken the time to do some spring cleaning in this space to edit/remove posts that contains photos of me without the hijab or contents that I find no longer relevant with my hijrah journey. I would also like to change the direction of this space to bring more value to individuals alike, In shaa Allah.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div> <p></p>Anuarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04802635730181346411noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2733981491795450011.post-49956012767875767312020-06-04T18:56:00.002+08:002020-06-04T18:56:32.001+08:00The Lost Star<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Our fighter, our lost star. In loving memory of my late grandfather, Almarhum Hj Subuki Bin Suki. </div>
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Here I sit in my living room, appreciating every inch and corner of this home for tomorrow is never guaranteed. My head is clouded, my heart is heavy. The question that keeps running in my head "What will become of me?"</div>
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I speak as a helpless one waiting for an impending doom. A doom that I had inflicted upon myself for the sake of my sanity. The whole time, I scrambled in all corners of my heart and mind in search of peace and happiness. I've learnt that being selfless only caused more pain to happiness. I've learnt that pressing issues needs to be addressed and not bottled up. I've learnt that I do not need to impress others and that I am enough. I am enough. Yet it is something I don't tell myself often enough. </div>
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Tell me, to what lengths does ones' sacrifices go? I've never spared a trying second. The pessimists would say I'm a quitter because I gave up. But new beginnings are often disguised as a bitter ending.</div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Everyone here was keen for a taste of their signature dish - the Roasted Duck. This photo may not do enough justice of the moist, tender meat and crispy skin with the right amount of fats (just the way i like it) to give it that kick!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Mr Kebab was a hidden gem, a charming cafe located just 2 minutes away from Tsim Sha Tsui MTR. This is hands down by far THE BEST BIRYANI i've ever tasted. The biryani on it's own, tasted heavenly as the flavours of herbs and spices dances in my mouth. And of course, accompanied by the tender lamb meat, I'm completely sold with this one! I would've ordered a 2nd plate if it was not for the huge portion.</span></div>
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Just not too long ago, my Queen turned 58. No idea how she does it because she looks nothing like 58! I hope at 58, i'd look as good if not better.<br />
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Happy Birthday, Mama!<br />
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My bestfriend, my confidante, my biggest fan. Always wanting the best for the family, putting us before herself.<br />
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I remembered being immobile 5 years ago, stuck on a pair of crutches and 6 months unemployed. At no point she wasn't there for me.<br />
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Eventhough I'm married, I hope she knows that I'll always be there for her. We may not be in the same house but I'm always a call away whenever she needs me. There's not a day that I wouldn't check on her and catchup. In fact, I think I call her too much it annoys the hell out of her.<br />
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I can just imagine the thoughts running through her head "Alamak budak ni ada kat rumah sebok, tak ada kat rumah pon sebok jugak lah"<br />
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Like it or not, I will continue to annoy her till my last breath.<br />
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Thank you for everything, Mama. No words can express how much I love you.Anuarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04802635730181346411noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2733981491795450011.post-68227942662794924652017-03-07T12:09:00.000+08:002017-08-14T22:38:08.222+08:00Under the stars with Picneeds<br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Sentosa would be our weekend hideout, b</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ack then when Singapore was less crowded, b</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ack then when we were still schooling with budget constraints and curfews, b</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ack then when staycations and getaways were never at the tip of our tongue. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">A picnic by the beach was one of our simple pleasures in life. The sun, sand and sea accompanied with great people and delicious home-made food; partly showing off our half past six culinary skills. But we still loved it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Picnics are now brought to a whole new level by a genius couple who founded <a href="https://www.facebook.com/picneeds/">Picneeds</a>. Their fuss free packages consists of 5 themes which includes food such as pizzas, cupcakes, fruits in chocolate dipping and etc, with rates ranging from $150 onwards.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">News is Alicia
Keys is no longer wearing make up. Probably an old news to most by now. Some may
agree to her personal decision but I won't be surprised to see the detest coming from make up
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I were to look that good, you'd see me without make up half the time. But! I
love make up too much to give it all up. There are some days I go all out with
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we're trying to achieve that fresh and flawless face, radiating the natural
beauty in us. Such lightweight make up allows your skin to breathe easier and
leaves us worrying less about touching up throughout the day, which brings you to an</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> update of my '</span><a href="http://itsnorathexplora.blogspot.sg/2014/07/whats-in-my-makeup-bag.html" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">What's in my make up bag</a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">' post 2 years ago!
Significantly lesser products and shorter time to get
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<li><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Tarte Armazonian Clay Full Coverage Airbrush Foundation</b> in Medium neutral SGD 58.00 from Sephora</span></li>
<li><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Maybelline Instant Age Rewind</b> in Medium SGD 19.90 from Watsons</span></li>
<li><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Nars blusher</b> in Liberte SGD 50.00 from Sephora</span></li>
<li><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Eyeko Eye Do Liquid Eyeliner </b>waterproof lash enhancing in Carbon Black SGD 27.00 from Sephora</span></li>
<li><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipstick</b> in Lolita SGD 31.00 from Sephora</span></li>
<li><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>The Face Shop Design My Brow</b> eyebrow pencil in #02 Dark Brown SGD 9.90 from The Face Shop</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">While everyone was busy dealing with their annual spring cleaning, baking and raya shopping, I can't help but to count my blessings for everything that has been bestowed upon me. Alhamdulillah! More often than not, we catch ourselves complaining for not having enough and paying very little attention to the less fortunate. Ramadhan is the month of giving and as the saying goes, no one gets poor by giving.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I chose to do Project Give Back because of my desire to help those who are in need. The experience was not only rewarding and fulfilling, it was an eye opener. In fact, there had been times I was left on the verge of tears as we chatted and listened to their life stories. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Our Project Give Back was organised 2 weekends prior to Raya. Our aim was to distribute basic provision needs to 4 needy families. With Hari Raya approaching, cordial drinks were considered too. We also chose trolleys instead of packing them in containers or recycled bags. (C'mon I'm sure the makciks/neneks go pasar can bring the trolley right?)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Looking forward to do this again, with more help the next time so we can help more households. </span><br />
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<span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Today I'm feasting your eyes with images from my Cameron Highlands Getaway last May. The initial plan was to celebrate my birthday in Sapa, Vietnam. Off I go to get away from the hustle and bustle. </span></div>
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<span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">These lovely birthday cards from my adorable nieces. Awwwwww.. That's it! They're coming with me for my birthday trip! We can't possibly afford a trip to Vietnam for all 8 of us. I figured Cameron Highlands would be the closest we can get. On top of that, I want it to be an educational trip for the kids with the cooler climate and all sorts of farms to visit. Their favourite were the strawberry farm. Without further a do, here comes the photos!</span></div>
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