The 16th marked the third month since I've left the shores of city-state. I know God has been very lenient and fair towards me. He gave me a small group of friends here to take good care of me. When I lament about domestic students, he proved me wrong by introducing me to both Matt and Mena, who has constantly taught me about the history of this ancient land and its people, the jargon of its politics and youth, the importance of Fitness First and also the popularity and excitement of Eurovision. In return, I exchanged information of my experience in foreign lands (which mind you has made Matt very psyched to travel across the globe), Singapore's 24 hour eateries (bite that Mena!) and our array of foods available in our cinema i.e a mix of sweet and salty popcorn, long hot dogs and cheese nachos which Australia has chosen to deprive its citizens of. hehe! Mimin's Currently: Mimin's Missing: Mimin's Yearning For:
I shall not forget the existence of Fad and Sheifa who never fails to make me feel so warm in their presence. It is interesting if you study this loving couple and how they complement each other. Sheifa is the zany, wacky girl who is so creative and she makes an effort to make you feel so comfortable that even Mak Ciks want to take out their tudung and join the club. Hehe. Ok I exaggerate but imagine her great personality with me. And there is my loving brother Fad who is always putting others before himself. Though he is more subdued when compared to his partner, their joint forces can leave you smiling the whole day. Such an ideal couple.
Another marquee couple shall not be left unnoticed. Farhana and Matt. Words choose to escape me when I am to describe about these lovebirds. For them, to witness their love story unfolding, one has to take a sneak peek in the kitchen. And its a beautiful sight. Like the dishes they cooked, it is an interesting and exquisite blend of both the east and west (that is the west too is pretty much east since residing in Bandung has given him prior knowledge of the east). I simply enjoy their bickers in the kitchen and the variety of dishes that they manage to conjure up together. I mean no harm, just admiration for a couple who amidst differences have found a similarity - their undying love for each other.
Enough of mushy love stories in this foreign land. Let me just tell you about an adventurous trip to the city, which left us standing infront of an old church with the most heavenly of words. "PANCAKE MANOR". Mena is such a dear to have introduced to me and Naddy this beautiful place which does not only offer you a palatable array of pancakes, it manages to give you an ambience like no other. The interior design was ancient. I felt transported to an old tavern in the middle ages. Well I did not pay much attention to it as soon as the smell of my three-stacked pancakes was too overpowering to be ignored. It was begging for me to consume it as soon as possible. For the next few minutes, the three of us gorged down our pancakes and no conversation was heard. Only exhanges of winks, accompanied with the occasional sounds of satisfaction (aaahh... ooohhhh) brokethe melancholic silence between us.
Trying So Hard To Get My Essays Done. After tomorrow 2 more to go!
'Soppian', Fitrah.
To Have My Besties Around.
Well, I've yet to update about my ordinary birthday. Well maybe not so ordinary. Nadya and Zhafran welcomed the strike of midnight with the traditional birthday song. Soon after not willing to be overshadowed, my darling family members gave me their rendition of the birthday song which was as equally beautiful, albeit off tune and unharmonize. But there is no denying, even after heartfelt messages from my besties and close friends, I had to come face to face with my cold bed and dreading moments of haunting thoughts. These thoughts, are undying. The memory of past experiences serves as reminder to why celebrations should never be commemorated without the warmth of the people you love. *screeching sound* I am not about to make you people cry. So I shall stop.
My morning was 'rudely' greeted by the sound of my bell. I struggled to open my door, only to find a smiling Papua New Guinean girl, with a hot chocolate drink on one hand and a cupcake on the other. "Happy birthday Amin!!! I told you I was going to come and see you in the morning and wish you a happy birthday!". It was my bff, Mena. Such happiness!
On a lighter note... I am lighter! Haha! I have been hitting the gym frequently, running 10km on the treadmill per visit. I have yet to try yoga! I am glad the gym is just practically next door. It is a great place to destress. And American Idol! Lesson 101 on 'budget international student stay in Australia', when you don't have cable always visit the gym and watch it there while you run. It is great sometimes I tell you! If you were to see a malay guy flailing his arms about and jiving on the treadmill, please give him some face and join him! Haha! Well you do the silliest things sometimes, especially since you know Australia is just too big for anyone to recognise you. But again, you are talking about the citizens who is so fascinated with reality tv it is scary.
It was Makan Day at UQ the other day. The UQ Singaporean Student's Society in conjuction with the student societies of Malaysia, Brunei and Thailand conducted the event. An array of dishes were sold. From Nasi Briyani, Nasi Katok Brunei to jemput-jemput pisang and ICE KACANG. It was heavenly. :) And it was better when you have good company. I felt like an ambassador explaining to Mena what the different dishes were. She was all thumbs-up and I was even patriotic to the cause. Haha!
My ever-so-knowledgeable-friend Matthew, prompted me that we are closing to the end of the semester. That explains why I have not had the time to update. My efforts are channeled to my argumentative essays and the pile of books that continue to bury me deep! But I am gaining alot of knowledge! It is fun just minus the application and the grueling time spent on making the essay sound credible.
I bet some of you must have had heard the news. My family is due to visit me this June! Oh I can't wait to meet my parents and siblings. I mean for the first time I genuinely miss my family... And soon after, I am to prepare for the arrival of my bestie and sisters! How cool is that! I cannot wait!
Now... Can I please start a malay dance group in Brissy! Can people please be interested in their roots now! Argh... I am dying here man! Please... *sits begging*
Mimin's Currently:
Taking A Break From Essays. 3 more to go!
Mimin's Missing:
Ahoyu Takeru. Rizcarl Farfalla. Azlyana Aziz. Kingone. Robert JD. Kui Feng. Syazwan. Li Ming. Adik Taufeeq. Allan. Ezadd Hieqal. Rasidin Rasem. Muhd Hady.
Mimin's Yearning For:
A heaterAnd Glimpse Into My Room ...
