Me say Hello

Wow! What an abandon blog…I can’t remember the last time I visited my own page. As the truth speaks, I have been super duper busy with works and wedding preparation. Almost 65% has been done. Yes, I am a busy lady.

And yes people, only 27 days left. Mode: excited + a racing heartbeat

Kursus Kahwin

The King and I were attending kursus kahwin (the wedding course) on last weekend. I arranged a whole thing, as he’s so busy with his works. I first checked with cousin, friends of the best kursus kahwin place should I go. You know, easy parking space (i.e. free), comfortable lecture hall, good food (too much to ask) and the most important matter it is not boring. Meaning the facilitator is not too serious, and not too knowledge forward without and jokes and laughs. If without the last factor, I bet you will see me and mr. Fiancé yawning like nobody business.

So after evaluating, we chose the course at Masjid At-Taqwa TTDI. Why? Reading feedbacks from other B2B who attended the course there, they pictured it as hilarious. No way you will feel sleepy. And to the King, it is important to him to have an easy parking access. Besides, the cert will be ready in 3 days time, and he can go and collect it without have to think about the traffic mass if say we choose kursus kahwin in Kuala Lumpur.

Comment: For one and a half day course, the organizer has not failed us at all. We received a warm welcome from Kak Ana and the food was OK. The King & I enjoyed every moment we had throughout the 13 hours courses. The facilitators were good and extremely funny. Jokes and laughter were everywhere you could hear from all attendees. Yes, parking was easy since it was held at the mosque compound. We had solat jamaah 3x and I really felt like a young college lover when I had to share my breakfast and lunch with mr. Fiancé. I personally felt he was so sweet since he himself who asked me to share food, on one plate, two spoons and forks along with tehtarik and a bottle of mineral water. And I had to admit; I laughed the ‘ugliest’ one and the loudest among the girls. I could not help it. It’s just me. Hehe…

So people, those who have not attended kursus kahwin and planning to do so, I fully recommend Kak Ana’s center. You may contact her at 012-978 3149. You will not regret it. If you seek for a cozy talk with knowledgeable facilitator, and at the same time you do not want to fall asleep, this is the place for you.

“Ah Ai, the loudest laughter girl who loves her fiancé even more”

Dup Dap

I logged into my blog account this morning, and I was so surprised (even now I am still)

WHAT…????

5 months, 4 weeks and 2 days @ 182 days left

to my wedding day. My stomach is shrinking. My eyes cannot stop blinking.

Otto ka je? (What should I do in Korean…*grin*)

The Happy Pengantin

Remember in my previous entry I posted about this good friend of mine getting married? Oh yeah, she had her beautiful moment last Saturday. The solemnization and reception on her family side took place on the same day. The weather was so heating up, but that was still so good compared to if it’s raining, though. My fiancé and I went to her house 13 hours before the wedding, and she has done nothing so far with her hantaran. I half shouted and she on the other world just laughed. I thought Ok, this time I should be able to show my skill in decorating and creating wedding hantaran but alas, my fiancé actually more hands on than I do. He did seven of the hantaran, and he made them fast and neat and meticulously. I can only be proud of the two hantaran I made. The idea just popped out after watching my fiancé working so heavenly with his hands like you know, “This is my thing” and two, three people in the house surrounded him like wowing his works! And I was left alone with ‘Pengantin’ magazine digging ideas on what to do.

This is the nine hantaran made by me & the King *applause* hehehe

Anyway, this April, two of my closest friends have safely turned themselves being a wife. Both of them chose green turquoise and looked absolutely stunning. I thank God for allowing me to attend their solemnizations and receptions and managed myself to take lots of picture. Be part of their special moment, witnessing their happiness means a lot to me that words can never scribble. I just pray and hope that my big day soon will be as smooth and full with smiles as what I saw during their wedding days.

To Sya & Afiq, I hope you like my little gift. I simply bought that thingy to be different than the rest cause I bet no one will ever give you that! =)...Love you both, forever.

*Ah Ai, a wedding attendee who is now do not know what color should she suggests the King to wear at the groom’s side since green turquoise has been taken…twice!*

Umbrella Hunting

Dear Readers,

I am now busy hunting for this umbrella. Absolutely purple umbrella. Rich purple color, or plum. This will be used during my reception. I have been looking at One Utama and Midvalley. But couldn’t find it. *sigh*

A friend told me I can find the casserole type exactly like this at DIOS Puchong. Really? Maybe I will go there someday. Since this week I will be going back to hometown to meet two wedding vendors, and maybe on Sunday will head to Nilai 3 to buy bunga telor for the guest. My good self is getting busier and I like it.

I only have 6 months, 3 weeks n 2 days before the actual wedding! I can’t believe it. Almost half of the checklist have been marked ‘Checked’ which is a good thing, though. I am not pretty sure what is happening at the groom’s side. Every time I ask the King, he will says, “Don’t worry. I will get it done’. OK! (with a sigh of relief).

I am really looking forward for this wedding. (Who doesn’t, huh?) Besides hiring vendors, a few things will go under DIY. I need to find a nice ribbon shop, artifial flower’s store and pay a visit to Floristika one day. These are all for the hantaran thingy and the bridesmaid project. The mini dais for solemnization will receive my touch. My DIY touch. Hohoho. I am planning to DIY the under canopy decoration as well since Kerja Kahwin Design and Collection cannot cater demand outside KL and Selangor. So sad…=( I hope my sister and cousins will be able to help me when the time comes.

More updates on the wedding preparation in next entry. Tata.

*Ah Ai, an amateur badminton player who plays twice a week and take ice water after match*

She is a wife now

Huseq got married last week to Akkil. Sak, Dhie & I was there, Atiq could not make it. Muneq attended Akkil's reception. I was so happy for Huseq. I almost cried during her solemnisation but Huseq as usual, she was the most calm person. After all the hardship in maintaining the relationship, they both finally got together as husband and wife. Congrats to both of you. =)

Wrong

I am truly wrong when I said I could calm down.

I am not easily can calm down.

That is just not me.

After one difficulty, comes another one.

And the King, he stays cool as always which makes me want to throw him out of the window!

You tell me how can I stay calm when I know the issue is sitting in front of me.

How I wish I could get married in oversea and get rid off this problem.

I am sad. I am depressed.

S.A.D

This is my name for a moment.

*Ah Ai, a human who is tormented of her own failures in the past*

Love Always

"A successful marriage requires falling in love many times,

always with the same person" - Germaine Greer.

Stuck

~ I wish I knew how to choose a make-up artist.

~ How do you guys define a good make up artist?

~ Why when she/he make-up one person, it looks damn good, but when they make-up another girl, huh! It looks scary.

~ I wish I knew how to select a photographer.

~ I wish booking for a post-wedding shoot venue is as simple as A.B.C.

+ I want my closest childhood friend Ainur to be my bridesmaid.

+ The best part is that she has already bought the material for the task given.

+ She kinda excited. =)...which makes me excited also.

+ The King has not chosen his best man so far. It is still a mystery. Haha...

= There are so many things need to accomplish.

= I am still…hunting for the dais design, where to get a cheap ribbon for my hantaran.

= What design baju should I go for majlis bertandang.

= Which location should I choose for the post wedding photo shoot.

= I am stuck!

*Ah Ai, a fiancee who is getting more and more sensitive each day*

It starts here

The preparation starts here!

From little tiny things to a big one.

So far I've booked 1) The Photographer, 2) The Videographer

3) The Make-up Artist, 4) The Caterer

5) The bridesmaid, 6) The Invitation Card

I believe there are a lot more to go.

Yes, I have checklist with me. I bring it along everywhere I go.

And yes, I have the engagement ring on which makes me sometime smile

remembering how far the King and I have came to.

We might took a long way, but inside us we knew we get there someday.

I praise to the Lord for bringing us to the next stage and allow us to still be together.

Amin.

*Ah Ai, who is now on her diet mode*

Miracle

Dear Almighty,

With all due respect, I beg you to spare me the Hall I’ve always wanted for my big day.

Please please please…have Your mercy on me.

I’d love to have it there.

Just for 3 more weeks, then I can finalise the date.

Please don’t let anyone have it.

Only You can bring the miracle.

And in You I have faith.

Tailor

Does anyone of you know any tailor who can make the three designs of wedding attire?

WITH materials provided!

I mean, it is a lot easier to have everything under one roof.

I have checked with one of the tailor in Sri Hartamas, the price is very reasonable to design a moder English gown.

However, she can't make the baju kurung and kebaya moden.

I am happy enough though.

If you know where I can find one, kindly please lemme know.

Especially for the solemnisation and the groom's reception...

Since I have bought the materials for that two occasions! ;p

Headache

Planning a wedding is an unbearable headache.

~ Dates

~ School Holidays

~ Theme colors

~ Guests

~ Dais

~ Venue

~ Weight

! Money ! Money ! Money !

In 2011, there is going to be a lot of weddings among my friends.

And finally, I am in the list too =)

Mari Singgah

I have been there, and yes I saw your car.

I have been there, and yes I saw the preparation.

I have been there, and yes I saw your mom.

I have been there, and yes I met your relatives.

I have been there, and yes I knew where you made your videos.

I have been there, and yes I knew how your wedding looks like.

Your mom is just weird.

Your wedding cake is just funny.

Your wedding stage is just ugly.

Like you...

Pretty Brides

They are pretty brides. They are in beautiful wedding dresses. They look stunning and the make-up?

GORGEOUS ARTS...!

This is Elyana. She looks outstanding during her wedding. She chose brave colors for her solemnization and engagement. I mean, most of the brides will go for white, but she picked green and still looked just fine. =)

I like Dynas solemnization dress as well. So pure and adorable.

This young lady...wow! If I'm not mistaken, this is the dress made from the magic hands Radzuan Radziwill. Girl, you look extremely gorgeous. I loveeeeeeee the dress so much.

I found this photo from one of the blog. The model, Rozita knows how to bring the best in the dress. This is nice also right...like them all.

*Ah Ai, a daddy's girl who wants to have a wedding dress in ivory*

The W W is getting married

I am so GLADDDDD knowing that you are getting married soon, the W W.

I believe by end of this month your status will change.

After all you have done to our relationship, after all tears that have shed, after you made my life and emotion suffered...

You are still blessed with marriage (though not with a man you crazily desired).

Go away...and never come back. You are not welcome in our world anymore.

To the W W Z & A H...

~ Selamat Pengantin Baru ~

Mrs. Lina Shah née Rahman

Who is Lina Rahman? She's an understanding friend and sister who never judged me when everyone else did.

She's loyal, and she stayed supporting me throughout the healing process.

Kak Lina & Shah

This was during her solemnization. She looked fantastic.

They are a great couple.

I am so happy for her, she finally finds her happiness that she longs for.

You know I always love you, sis..

Pretty

She is the beautiful Grace Kelly. I love her wedding dress so much, with the long sleeves and veil, she looks perfect. A minimal make-up is enough to shine.

Penyatuan Dua Hati

Whose hands are these in henna? Jeng jeng jeng...!!!

The climax time. The man in striking green is the bride's father. Eh eh, itu kelihatannya macam bapaku juga ya di sana. The moment that the bridegroom will never forgets. Tok kadi is like a curse to every men.

Inilah rupa pengantinnya. Left is my cousin, with her newlywed husband. Pengantin lelaki lapar. Tengok pinggan...licin...! Bertambah satu lagi anggota keluargaku.

Satu lagi baju untuk acara memotong kek. Make up tetap maintain ok!!

This photo was taken a night before the akad held. I loved the chairs! Bila malam nampak macam vast!!!

On the morning of akad itself. Orang semua busy dekat dapur la, luar la, me? Busy taking pictures. Bouquet tu masih fresh, baru sahaja diambil dari kedai bunga di pasar besar Seremban. Nasib senang dapat parking.

These are among the hantaran given out to the bridegroom's side. All originally made my the bride herself. Kak Sue memang kreatif bab-bab ni. *Grin*

Satu lagi kepakaran yang ada pada pengantin perempuan. Menggubah bunga telor (bunga pahar). I don't think I can do it. Besides Kak Su has promised me that she will sponsors bunga pahar for my wedding nanti. Best kannn...hehehe...

Ini pulak semasa trip to Kelantan, menghantar pengantin perempuan ke rumah pihak lelaki. Gambar atas ni diambil sewaktu melintasi Manik Urai...election kan bakal diadakan di sini kelak. Banyak bendera-bendera parti politik berkibaran. (Lepas pilihanraya, jangan lupa bersihkan kawasan ni balik ye...)

Kenapa termenung Kak Su? Something bothering your mind? Pandai-pandai je Ah Ai teka. Entah-entah Kak Su tengah tidur sebenarnya.

When we reached here, I thought, "Ok, dah dekat dah ni.."..sekali tak pun...jauh lagi rupanya..I was amused to find this Iqra' word. Dunno why...Suddenly remembering the Prophet when he first met Jibril Angel.
Tata...kami balik dulu. Tinggal la pengantin di sana untuk beberapa hari. Amik shot ni masa dalam bus yang baru bergerak pulang. Pengantin melambai tu...haaa...hiba la tu tengok kitorang balik...

It took us 12 hours to reach Tanah Merah, and another 12 hours to reach back Seremban. Wahh...can you imagine that? Very exhausted. But the one who suffered most probably was the bus pilot. Haa...at least kami boleh tidur, dia? Tak boleh...hehehe...

Tempat penginapan. Bilik ada aircond, selesa je sebenarnya. Rasa macam family retreat tu...da lama kan Kak Sue kita tak ada family day...

Ika likes this pic! Handal betul camerawoman yang amik gambar hebat ni..(puji diri sendiri)..he..

Gambar mereka di atas pelamin. Kejap sahaja bersanding, tak banyak gambar sangat yang diambil. Tapi Kak Su nampak cantik sangat dalam persalinan and make up ni. Caya la...