Alhamdulillah...that's all I can say...nothing else is greater than Him...
Today, for the first time in 51 days of being on my journey, a few people commented on my appearance. I am thankful because I worked darn hard for this. I can say that this isn't an easy journey at all. But I am proud of myself, my will power, my determination and my strength for being able to uphold my beliefs for what I am working for.
Today, too, I am embarking into Phase 2 which should officially start on 26 May. Phase 1 started on 2 April and completed on 21 May. That was approximately 49 days. 8.5 kg in 49 days is not too bad for a woman with four kids, and starting her 4 series in age this year.
I am aiming for a total of 7.8 kg for Phase 2 and my hubby said plus minus should be 10% of my target weight loss. Means I have a margin of error of about 780 g. Lets hope that my 2nd phase would be as fruitful as my 1st. I can't wait. But I also know that the lesser weight you need to lose, the harder it gets.
So, yea, O Allah, I pray for continuous strength and determination to achieve my goal.
Aamiin...
Friday, May 23, 2014
Monday, May 12, 2014
Mother's Day 2014
Yesterday was Mother's Day celebration and it coincidentally was also my one and only son's birthday. We had a simple but fun celebrations the whole day.
It started with a simple chapatti breakfast at Kapitan Ampang and then a great lunch with 20 others of Abdul Aziz & Co. members at Johnny's AEON AU2. Later, we had coffee at Coco Cafe and there was a prize giving for all Moms and Dads of Az.Co.
Later in the evening, my husband, my son and I went to the gym whilst the girls were sent over to gramps. After gym we went for a simple dinner to complete the day at Hameed's. There I said that the day had been a great day and would have been greater if my one and only son wished me Happy Mother's Day too. He kept quiet all the way during dinner. So, I figured, yea, boys are as such. They don't actually care. But I was pretty sure that they still love their moms despite not knowing how to express themselves.
When we got home last night, I was busy preparing my lunch for today when my son came to the kitchen and asked whether I have checked my Whatsapp message. I said "no" and that I would check later. I was thinking, yea, he sent a mother's day wish to me. And I thought it would be a simple "Happy Mother's Day, Ummi" kind of thing. However, it wasn't. It was surprisingly a long one for a boy who doesn't say much.
I was so touched, I cried quite badly because I realised how great Allah is for granting me such a life that I have. It might not be a great life for others, but it definitely is a great life for me. Just to share, below is what my son wrote in my his Whatsapp message to me:
[11/5 21:43] Along - Son: Hey.
I purposely wanted to wish you late as this day ends at 12am.
Sorry I didnt do anything special like the girls did.
Well, I really didnt know what to do, because the girls made the bed, and I cant make breakfast for u because we had breakfast outside.
Im gonna promise u smthing at the end of this message.
Firstly, Im gonna start this with "Happy Ummi's Day."
Ummi, I really dont know what to do without u.
Who am I without u?
You've been by my side everytime and I thank Allah for giving me such an awesome mum.
For example,
When Im sad, you are always there to cheer me up.
And when the time I had dengue, u wasted money on juices , kiwi and you even had the time to cook crab soup even though you're busy.
[11/5 21:43] Along - Son: You always sacrifice for ur kids,
Even if ur really hungry, if we ask for some u will still give it to us.
And everyday, you give about ten ringgit for my duit belanja. Imagine how much for a month.U'll always find money for ur children. I guess thats how great mums are.
Oh yea,
When im feeling lonely, I always know who to talk to, just open my whatsapp, and find the contact named "Ummi". You will always be there.
I know u are unhappy if im in the room doing nothing. I know that I should be studying. I'll try to change.
And I also wanna say sorry if I ever had hurt you or break your heart.
I hope u forgive me.
Well, still have more things to say but, I think I should stop here.
Remember the promise I mentioned about in the beginning of this message?
[11/5 21:43] Along - Son: This is the promise.
I promise to myself that I will try to put a smile on your face.
I know Im not really good at keeping promises, but I'll try. JUST FOR YOU.
Once again, Happy Ummi's Day to the greatest ,'awesomest' ,'bestest' most generous,kindest and I couldnt think of any word to describe u already.
I Love You, Ummi.
Well, now you understand why I said I cried quite badly, right? Anyway, once again, Thank You Allah for all the wonderful things You have given me in this life I have today.
It started with a simple chapatti breakfast at Kapitan Ampang and then a great lunch with 20 others of Abdul Aziz & Co. members at Johnny's AEON AU2. Later, we had coffee at Coco Cafe and there was a prize giving for all Moms and Dads of Az.Co.
Later in the evening, my husband, my son and I went to the gym whilst the girls were sent over to gramps. After gym we went for a simple dinner to complete the day at Hameed's. There I said that the day had been a great day and would have been greater if my one and only son wished me Happy Mother's Day too. He kept quiet all the way during dinner. So, I figured, yea, boys are as such. They don't actually care. But I was pretty sure that they still love their moms despite not knowing how to express themselves.
When we got home last night, I was busy preparing my lunch for today when my son came to the kitchen and asked whether I have checked my Whatsapp message. I said "no" and that I would check later. I was thinking, yea, he sent a mother's day wish to me. And I thought it would be a simple "Happy Mother's Day, Ummi" kind of thing. However, it wasn't. It was surprisingly a long one for a boy who doesn't say much.
I was so touched, I cried quite badly because I realised how great Allah is for granting me such a life that I have. It might not be a great life for others, but it definitely is a great life for me. Just to share, below is what my son wrote in my his Whatsapp message to me:
[11/5 21:43] Along - Son: Hey.
I purposely wanted to wish you late as this day ends at 12am.
Sorry I didnt do anything special like the girls did.
Well, I really didnt know what to do, because the girls made the bed, and I cant make breakfast for u because we had breakfast outside.
Im gonna promise u smthing at the end of this message.
Firstly, Im gonna start this with "Happy Ummi's Day."
Ummi, I really dont know what to do without u.
Who am I without u?
You've been by my side everytime and I thank Allah for giving me such an awesome mum.
For example,
When Im sad, you are always there to cheer me up.
And when the time I had dengue, u wasted money on juices , kiwi and you even had the time to cook crab soup even though you're busy.
[11/5 21:43] Along - Son: You always sacrifice for ur kids,
Even if ur really hungry, if we ask for some u will still give it to us.
And everyday, you give about ten ringgit for my duit belanja. Imagine how much for a month.U'll always find money for ur children. I guess thats how great mums are.
Oh yea,
When im feeling lonely, I always know who to talk to, just open my whatsapp, and find the contact named "Ummi". You will always be there.
I know u are unhappy if im in the room doing nothing. I know that I should be studying. I'll try to change.
And I also wanna say sorry if I ever had hurt you or break your heart.
I hope u forgive me.
Well, still have more things to say but, I think I should stop here.
Remember the promise I mentioned about in the beginning of this message?
[11/5 21:43] Along - Son: This is the promise.
I promise to myself that I will try to put a smile on your face.
I know Im not really good at keeping promises, but I'll try. JUST FOR YOU.
Once again, Happy Ummi's Day to the greatest ,'awesomest' ,'bestest' most generous,kindest and I couldnt think of any word to describe u already.
I Love You, Ummi.
Well, now you understand why I said I cried quite badly, right? Anyway, once again, Thank You Allah for all the wonderful things You have given me in this life I have today.
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