Eve of Syawal 2010

        I received an unexpected phone call from a long time friend whom I haven't met in ages, Amie from Sarawak. She is now back in Kampar at her husband's kampong and she wished to see me tomorrow on Raya day. I'm so happy that she is nearby (well, not exactly near 'bout one hour actually since hers in more towards the Tronoh Mines area), but the thought of meeting her already made me looking forward for the Raya celebration. Now I have ONE more reason to celebrate Syawal.

                She wanted to see everyone at home since when we were students back in the UM days, she frequently spent her time here with our family. The last time I saw her was during graduation back in 1999. How long has it been? Too long, me thinks.

                Okay, so what do I want to do on Raya day? Many things actually; but FIRST and foremost is to have a taste at my mom's Nasi Minyak with Ayam Masak Merah. I have not been touching rice since ages when I started dieting. I did not miss rice, but my mom's specialty is NO way to be ignored!

                Next, I wanna take pictures. Loads and loads of pictures. No need studio fix for me. The house front yard is sufficient for me. And of course with Amie when I go visiting. Others would be thrilled to see us together and that is exactly the point.

                What else? The food in moderation - checked. Visiting friends or receiving friends. Perhaps Juliana & her family would also come visiting.  Duit raya for their children, definitely and also for Amie's daughter.

                I guess so far, that's all. Went to Air Kuning to give away cakes to the office staffs and Kak Nor gave a jar of a home-made rempeyek Jawa style in return.  Not a bad day at all.

                So here's to wishing a Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2010 again, and have a great holiday to everyone no matter where you are.