"... forget about the ones who don't.. ."
Her silence simply means she is exhausted of uncertainty and doesn't care anymore...
Silenced...
Nov 20, 2019
Nov 13, 2019
Recipe: Sup Daging Abe Yus!
Bismillah
These days, we feast almost every day during lunch. It's either we order food delivery via food panda, bring food from home or simply cook at our pantry. Abe Yus is actually 3 years younger than me. I don't call him by that name, of course. But the rest of my staffs called him Abe Yus. He was stationed at our place to cover one of our staff who was on leave and he'd taught us how to make a delicious beef soup with a pressure cooker. It's surprisingly simple!
I was frying eggplants and making an omelette in another room so I actually missed the whole process but E took pictures of all the stages so voila! Here goes...
This is the picture of the pressure cooker. We put the ingredients in layers
The bottom most layer:
Garlic, onion, ginger and 1 sup bunjut adabi (All these are different from the stir fried ingredients. So you need 2 sup bunjut Adabi)
2nd layer:
The beef
3rd layer:
The stir fried ingredients, chicken stock cube and squeeze some lime juice. Please remove the seeds ya~
4th layer:
Carrots, potatoes, Holland onions (itu ka namanya tu.. hurm??) and lastly, tomatoes
Add some salt and sugar and then leave it to cook inside the pressure cooker for 30 minutes
Okay.. I can't find the picture of the soup but I can assure you, this recipe is very delicious! Yummy yummy!
These days, we feast almost every day during lunch. It's either we order food delivery via food panda, bring food from home or simply cook at our pantry. Abe Yus is actually 3 years younger than me. I don't call him by that name, of course. But the rest of my staffs called him Abe Yus. He was stationed at our place to cover one of our staff who was on leave and he'd taught us how to make a delicious beef soup with a pressure cooker. It's surprisingly simple!
I was frying eggplants and making an omelette in another room so I actually missed the whole process but E took pictures of all the stages so voila! Here goes...
First, stir fry some garlic, onions, cinnamon, star anise and one sup bunjut Adabi
This is the picture of the pressure cooker. We put the ingredients in layers
The bottom most layer:
Garlic, onion, ginger and 1 sup bunjut adabi (All these are different from the stir fried ingredients. So you need 2 sup bunjut Adabi)
2nd layer:
The beef
3rd layer:
The stir fried ingredients, chicken stock cube and squeeze some lime juice. Please remove the seeds ya~
4th layer:
Carrots, potatoes, Holland onions (itu ka namanya tu.. hurm??) and lastly, tomatoes
Add some salt and sugar and then leave it to cook inside the pressure cooker for 30 minutes
Okay.. I can't find the picture of the soup but I can assure you, this recipe is very delicious! Yummy yummy!
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| That's Abe Yus in action |
And this is us enjoying our lunch on the floor.
You can zoom in the pic to see the soup haha
All I need now is a pressure cooker but I have no space to store my kitchen appliances at home if I were to add more...
Kena tunggu ada rumah sendiri la neyh~ Sigh~
Nov 11, 2019
Natsukashii...
"Orang-orang yang merindu, namun tetap menjaga kehormatan perasaan nya, takut sekali berbuat dosa, memilih senyap, terus memperbaiki diri hingga waktu memberi kabar baik, boleh jadi doa-doa nya menguntai tangga yang indah hingga ke langit. Kalau pun tidak dengan yang dirindukan, boleh jadi digantikan dengan yang lebih baik... " - Tere Liye
Aku... Kamu... Jarak... Rindu... Dan juga doa...
Aku... Kamu... Jarak... Rindu... Dan juga doa...
Disillusioned...
Bismillah...
STORY 1
I was waiting for my laptop to properly shut itself down when an acquaintance that I haven't seen for years passed in front of me, walking towards where the on call rooms are located. He stopped when I called his name, walked towards where I was sitting and we had a very brief catching up...
As he was about to leave, he asked what I was doing there with the pile of papers and laptop. I explained to him I was just killing time doing some of my work projects while waiting for the rounds to start.
"Why so rajin? Who are you doing this for?"
"Fisabilillah, brother..." I said, laughing.
"There's no such thing.. I was 'rajin' before, you know.. But then I realized there's no use to it. I was exhausting myself only to allow the rest (in my department) to relax.. So then I decided not to be 'rajin' anymore. And now, I'm happy.. So you shouldn't be so 'rajin' too.. Gaji same je babe!"
"So tell me... Now that you're not so 'rajin' anymore.. What do you do with your spare time then? Convince me! since you're telling me I shouldn't be 'rajin'"
"I do what others do lah!" laughing as he replied
"Aha! and what are those things? Tido kat oncall room? Gi gym? Escape?"
He laughed and started to walk away while waving his hands dismissing my questions.
"Remember,brother. FISABILILLAH!!!"
Yes, I can say those things to him because we graduated from the same university and I am the senior hahaha
STORY 2
That morning my bff first message to me was
"Have you ever feel like you hate your workplace so much.. Like it's meaningless.. Like you have no friends.."
I was not startled. I told her that was exactly how I felt when I decided that I needed a long break to find motivation again. It was not depression, I'm sure. It was just a transient blip in my self esteem.
STORY 3
The trainee turned up sharp at the promised time
"It's good that you've submitted your logbook early. In fact, yours is the earliest ever... But I need you to amend some stuffs. And please do me a favour... Help me stamp all your forms and I'll sign it later.." I instructed hurriedly.
After about 10 minutes, she came back into the room with everything done. I was surprised at how fast it was because there were hundreds of them to stamp. Other trainees would've submitted it on another day.
When she went back to her station that morning, I recalled on how she performed while under my supervision. I remembered, while she's not that smart type who can answer all questions, all tasks that were given to her was always ready before the due date. During our discussions, I noticed her lengthy colourful notes which proved that she has been extensively reading the topics prior to the session. I'm sure, if this girl continue with what she is currently doing, she is en route to somewhere great. She made me think about how I've been spending my time. Made me asked myself; have I been just busy or have I been productive like her?
What I want to share in this post is actually the content of this blog ; 5 tips to start self-improvement. For someone who sought motivational and inspirational readings on daily basis, of course the points are usually not something that I'm unfamiliar with. But I still love reading how different authors uniquely elaborate them in their own point of views. Plus, reading them again and again is like a reminder and an affirmation.
How does the blog post relate to the 3 stories?
Tip 2: Get a Mentor
Tip 3: Don't go at it alone
It's difficult to find someone who has the exact same goal as yours. But what's easy to find are people who crave for the sense of purpose, who love to produce excellence and never get tired of trying.
There was a period of loneliness when I felt that the people who was close to me at that time just don't get me. I felt like they were no longer relevant because we were not speaking the same language anymore. But then I was wrong. They are still and will forever be relevant in my life. We might not be like minded when it comes to our endeavors, but they are the source of my happiness, people I make memories with and those who never fail to tickle my funny bone. I figured it out that the people in one's journey varied in their roles. I don't just need those who can discuss ideas and inspire. In fact, those who kept me sane is even more important.
I learned that the like minded circle of the same field can be just anywhere in this world of advance technology. They don't have to be physically present to interact with. Mentors? I do have them, yes. They are those I looked up to in my career and they are my source of advice. Of course, to do that you should not feel shy to seek for advice. And I also have those people whom I share my ambitions with even though they're on a different field and definitely on a different course in life. We kept each other updated on how far we have progressed and we motivate each other to keep going no matter how difficult it may be.
Tip 5: Realize it's not going to be smooth
If I've dug deeper, I might have gotten the real reason why my junior have decided to stop being 'rajin'. Or perhaps he had thought he was walking a lonely road too and it has taken him nowhere other than being physically and mentally exhausted.
"The road to success is never easy" I was told just a few minutes ago by my good friend's mom.
(I stopped writing this to meet her outside my house to pass some stuffs and we went on talking about her son and daughter in law pursuing their masters)
And like what is mentioned in the post, there will be inner and also outer negative voices that will resist this change for the better. I think this is when a strong conviction from within is imperative to keep oneself on the right track especially if we're on a 'less traveled route'. And we can't stay on the route alone for too long but we should find or build our support system as we go.
And story 3..
Well, like I said, she made me thought a lot about what have I produced with the time I spent. That's when I realized that I was actually not aptly preparing for what I am aiming for. I thought I needed more time because I've not properly 'mold' myself. But then, come on, 9 years of service and still not ready? Will it take another 9 years to be ready or maybe until yaumul qiyammah perhaps?
Thanks to her, I decided to just dive into it and prepare myself as much as I can with the time I have left. Well, when you 'dive into it' there are of course sacrifices to be made but with this I learn to channel my energy and time to the things that are really really important to get the best of results everyday. I'm still trying to adapt and be disciplined. Semoga istiqomah~
Why I titled this as 'Disillusioned'... I was in a state of disillusioned for so long...
I was progressing but have I not reevaluated the whole thing, I wouldn't have realize that I could actually speed up a little bit...
Someone said to me that our hopes and dreams are not aligned thus we can't walk the path together. I pondered... Perhaps he preferred to sail solo while I believe in team work makes the dreams work. It's not a matter of having similar dreams, but it's how we work together and support to achieve each other's dreams. Like I mentioned earlier, the people who keep me sane are important. They might not be directly contributing to what I'm aiming for, but they are important in propelling me to my fullest potential.
So are you the same as me...? Lets get out of this disillusioned~ Together....
STORY 1
I was waiting for my laptop to properly shut itself down when an acquaintance that I haven't seen for years passed in front of me, walking towards where the on call rooms are located. He stopped when I called his name, walked towards where I was sitting and we had a very brief catching up...
As he was about to leave, he asked what I was doing there with the pile of papers and laptop. I explained to him I was just killing time doing some of my work projects while waiting for the rounds to start.
"Why so rajin? Who are you doing this for?"
"Fisabilillah, brother..." I said, laughing.
"There's no such thing.. I was 'rajin' before, you know.. But then I realized there's no use to it. I was exhausting myself only to allow the rest (in my department) to relax.. So then I decided not to be 'rajin' anymore. And now, I'm happy.. So you shouldn't be so 'rajin' too.. Gaji same je babe!"
"So tell me... Now that you're not so 'rajin' anymore.. What do you do with your spare time then? Convince me! since you're telling me I shouldn't be 'rajin'"
"I do what others do lah!" laughing as he replied
"Aha! and what are those things? Tido kat oncall room? Gi gym? Escape?"
He laughed and started to walk away while waving his hands dismissing my questions.
"Remember,brother. FISABILILLAH!!!"
Yes, I can say those things to him because we graduated from the same university and I am the senior hahaha
STORY 2
That morning my bff first message to me was
"Have you ever feel like you hate your workplace so much.. Like it's meaningless.. Like you have no friends.."
I was not startled. I told her that was exactly how I felt when I decided that I needed a long break to find motivation again. It was not depression, I'm sure. It was just a transient blip in my self esteem.
STORY 3
The trainee turned up sharp at the promised time
"It's good that you've submitted your logbook early. In fact, yours is the earliest ever... But I need you to amend some stuffs. And please do me a favour... Help me stamp all your forms and I'll sign it later.." I instructed hurriedly.
After about 10 minutes, she came back into the room with everything done. I was surprised at how fast it was because there were hundreds of them to stamp. Other trainees would've submitted it on another day.
When she went back to her station that morning, I recalled on how she performed while under my supervision. I remembered, while she's not that smart type who can answer all questions, all tasks that were given to her was always ready before the due date. During our discussions, I noticed her lengthy colourful notes which proved that she has been extensively reading the topics prior to the session. I'm sure, if this girl continue with what she is currently doing, she is en route to somewhere great. She made me think about how I've been spending my time. Made me asked myself; have I been just busy or have I been productive like her?
*******
What I want to share in this post is actually the content of this blog ; 5 tips to start self-improvement. For someone who sought motivational and inspirational readings on daily basis, of course the points are usually not something that I'm unfamiliar with. But I still love reading how different authors uniquely elaborate them in their own point of views. Plus, reading them again and again is like a reminder and an affirmation.
How does the blog post relate to the 3 stories?
Tip 2: Get a Mentor
Tip 3: Don't go at it alone
It's difficult to find someone who has the exact same goal as yours. But what's easy to find are people who crave for the sense of purpose, who love to produce excellence and never get tired of trying.
There was a period of loneliness when I felt that the people who was close to me at that time just don't get me. I felt like they were no longer relevant because we were not speaking the same language anymore. But then I was wrong. They are still and will forever be relevant in my life. We might not be like minded when it comes to our endeavors, but they are the source of my happiness, people I make memories with and those who never fail to tickle my funny bone. I figured it out that the people in one's journey varied in their roles. I don't just need those who can discuss ideas and inspire. In fact, those who kept me sane is even more important.
I learned that the like minded circle of the same field can be just anywhere in this world of advance technology. They don't have to be physically present to interact with. Mentors? I do have them, yes. They are those I looked up to in my career and they are my source of advice. Of course, to do that you should not feel shy to seek for advice. And I also have those people whom I share my ambitions with even though they're on a different field and definitely on a different course in life. We kept each other updated on how far we have progressed and we motivate each other to keep going no matter how difficult it may be.
Tip 5: Realize it's not going to be smooth
If I've dug deeper, I might have gotten the real reason why my junior have decided to stop being 'rajin'. Or perhaps he had thought he was walking a lonely road too and it has taken him nowhere other than being physically and mentally exhausted.
"The road to success is never easy" I was told just a few minutes ago by my good friend's mom.
(I stopped writing this to meet her outside my house to pass some stuffs and we went on talking about her son and daughter in law pursuing their masters)
And like what is mentioned in the post, there will be inner and also outer negative voices that will resist this change for the better. I think this is when a strong conviction from within is imperative to keep oneself on the right track especially if we're on a 'less traveled route'. And we can't stay on the route alone for too long but we should find or build our support system as we go.
And story 3..
Well, like I said, she made me thought a lot about what have I produced with the time I spent. That's when I realized that I was actually not aptly preparing for what I am aiming for. I thought I needed more time because I've not properly 'mold' myself. But then, come on, 9 years of service and still not ready? Will it take another 9 years to be ready or maybe until yaumul qiyammah perhaps?
Thanks to her, I decided to just dive into it and prepare myself as much as I can with the time I have left. Well, when you 'dive into it' there are of course sacrifices to be made but with this I learn to channel my energy and time to the things that are really really important to get the best of results everyday. I'm still trying to adapt and be disciplined. Semoga istiqomah~
Why I titled this as 'Disillusioned'... I was in a state of disillusioned for so long...
I was progressing but have I not reevaluated the whole thing, I wouldn't have realize that I could actually speed up a little bit...
Someone said to me that our hopes and dreams are not aligned thus we can't walk the path together. I pondered... Perhaps he preferred to sail solo while I believe in team work makes the dreams work. It's not a matter of having similar dreams, but it's how we work together and support to achieve each other's dreams. Like I mentioned earlier, the people who keep me sane are important. They might not be directly contributing to what I'm aiming for, but they are important in propelling me to my fullest potential.
So are you the same as me...? Lets get out of this disillusioned~ Together....
Nov 6, 2019
Imbak Canyon: 13-16 Sept 2019
Bismillah..
DS was the one who told me about Imbak Canyon last year. I have no idea of its existence until he mentioned it and did my research. I thought of arranging the trip on my own but, as usual, I didn't get the chance to do all the necessary. I'm too busy with work these days.
So, how this trip came to be... Actually HM mentioned that he will be going there in November when we were in Tabin. Ever since I heard of that, I repeatedly reminded him to let me know if he's going for another trip and tadaaaaa he arranged an earlier trip instead hahaha
At first, I have no idea where on earth this place is located. But then I saw the signage when we were on our way to Kg Inarad the weekend before the trip. Since I was going to drive Baby Dragon to the starting point, knowing the distance, I decided to spend a night in Kundasang. That morning we started early an had breakfast in Ranau.
We parked our car at Kg Imbak and went to the Imbak Canyon Research Center with 4WD vehicles. I already told MM that the road condition is not suitable for his car and being typically him,
all stubborn, he drove his car only to be stranded halfway. Manage to refrain myself from saying, "I told you so..." hahaha
It was about an hour drive from Kg Imbak to the research center. The facilities worth millions of ringgit thus I can say that the place is kind of exceptionally complete, beautiful and clean.
This is the main building where the office and shop is located. This is the only area with wifi too.
It was about 2 km hike from where the 4x4 are parked to the research station. It is equipped with all the basic amenities so I consider it as quite comfortable (for my standard, which is quite low after all the rugged adventures). We were told by another group that happened to be here for the second time that this place is just as comfortable as the hostel at the research center and we end up not bringing our sleeping bags with us. Well, it's best to have sleeping bag with you if your itinerary includes this place because there are only mattresses so you'll need the sleeping bag as cover.
We went to a waterfall that evening and then went to another one the next morning. As always, I don't remember the names hahaha fail betul kalau tulis travelog begini ni. Nda apa... Anggap ini an element of suspense haha
DS was the one who told me about Imbak Canyon last year. I have no idea of its existence until he mentioned it and did my research. I thought of arranging the trip on my own but, as usual, I didn't get the chance to do all the necessary. I'm too busy with work these days.
So, how this trip came to be... Actually HM mentioned that he will be going there in November when we were in Tabin. Ever since I heard of that, I repeatedly reminded him to let me know if he's going for another trip and tadaaaaa he arranged an earlier trip instead hahaha
At first, I have no idea where on earth this place is located. But then I saw the signage when we were on our way to Kg Inarad the weekend before the trip. Since I was going to drive Baby Dragon to the starting point, knowing the distance, I decided to spend a night in Kundasang. That morning we started early an had breakfast in Ranau.
We parked our car at Kg Imbak and went to the Imbak Canyon Research Center with 4WD vehicles. I already told MM that the road condition is not suitable for his car and being typically him,
all stubborn, he drove his car only to be stranded halfway. Manage to refrain myself from saying, "I told you so..." hahaha
It was about an hour drive from Kg Imbak to the research center. The facilities worth millions of ringgit thus I can say that the place is kind of exceptionally complete, beautiful and clean.
This is the main building where the office and shop is located. This is the only area with wifi too.
This is the restaurant (or was it called dining hall.. hurm..??)
You can actually book a full board package that includes meals but then it's very pricey, I think.
Plus, from the 2 meals that we had here, I rather cook hahaha
The kitchen facilities are situated in a separate building. Very complete, I would say.
The dining area is just outside; a shaded area with tables, chairs, sinks and bbq sets.
And this is our hostel
We spent the first night here and the second night at Kuli Research Station
We went to a waterfall that evening and then went to another one the next morning. As always, I don't remember the names hahaha fail betul kalau tulis travelog begini ni. Nda apa... Anggap ini an element of suspense haha
The highlight of this trip was of course the Imbak falls. To be honest, I was quite dissapointed to find that this magnificent waterfall is reachable by car hehe I thought we were going to hike there. I have this mindset that something is much much more valuable and memorable if it's hard to be reached such as the Maliau falls but anyway I was mesmerized by its beauty.
I say this is one of those trip that I really enjoy because of the people whom I went with. The activities were very light so I wasn't really all hyped up with adrenaline. It was the laughters, the time we spent getting to know each other in such a brief period of time, the teamwork when things didn't go as planned and a smile :)
Us holding our certificates
And me, arranging the ration with all seriousness hahaha
I was actually on a burnout period at that time and was really hoping to release some stress during the trip and keep repeating to my friends..
"I'm going to put everything behind and enjoy this one..."
Alhamdulillah.. This was part of my recovery~ (^^)/ yosh!
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