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Friday, December 18, 2009
Baby Tooth Chart
Are you a new mommy? need to chart your baby's development? Go to www.babycentral.co.uk.
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Friday Madness
Its holiday last friday so i was occupied taking care of Ayman. He had fever since Sunday.. I went to the Dr twice... and the last visit the Doc said he might have viral fever and on top of that he is allergic to the antibiotic that the previous Dr gave which resulted him having diarrohea. Hmm... friday, I had an appointment at 12.30pm at DOME. So I coaxed my mom to take care of Ayman for awhile so that i can go to klcc. Alhamdullillah, deal was closed .. sold a number of items for the 'hantaran set'. Wait .. didn't stop there.... Naureen wanted to see the toys.. okay lah see only ya .. i said. "OK", she said. In the end, I ended up paying a power ranger figure for naureen and toy car for ayman. Then, mom said before we left for klcc, "Kalau Ija ada duit lebih...belikan baju untuk naureen," . Ok before that, I stopped at L'occitaine boutique at level 1.
It was my first time so i didn't know what to buy. Zarina has always tried to convince me L'occitaine is one cool product. Your skin is left with a smooth complexion and deliciously scented.. so i was taken by the coaxing :-). Being a first time user, i chose a small gift set as illustrated below.
Shower Time Essentials
• Revitalizing Shower Gel 75ml
• Lavender Shower Gel 75ml
• Cherry Blossom Shower Gel 75ml
• Almond Shower Oil 75ml
• Shea Butter Verbena Soap 100g
• Pouch
I love the Almond Shower Oil. Your skin will feel smooth the whole day! I am falling in Love with L'occitaine!!! If you want to know more about the founder of L'occitaine click here
Then, we went to Parkson and I chose two Barbie T-shirt for naureen.
Its been ages, since I pamper myself... so I bought a 5 piece shower essentials. It was great!
I also bought Natopherol DERMAL Skin Protection
What is the benefit? Well as the box stated "Exclusively formulated natural-source Vitamin E rich in moisturizers and complemented by extra sunscreen of SPF 30 for complete protection against UVA and UVB that causes premature aging. It is suitable for all skin types.
So what is inside that 1 small capsule?
d-alpha tocopherol - an antioxidant that actively protects the skin from harmful effects of free radicals generated by UV rays
d-alpha tocopherol - an antioxidant that actively protects the skin from harmful effects of free radicals generated by UV rays
Octyl methoxycinnamate - a UVB absorber that protects surface of skin from harmful effects of strong ultra violet lights with wavelength from 290 to 320nm, which cause sunburn and dark patches
titanium dioxide - acts as an effective physical sunscreen that scatters and reflects radiation from 290 to 700nm.
Apricot Kernel Oil - a lubricant that duplicates the skin's normal oil mantle and provides flexibility and lubricity to the skin.
Silicone fluid - an occlusive agent that prevents moisture evaporation from the skin surface. Also acts as an emollient that promotes longer retention of moisture in the skin for optimal hydration.
Theres three essential product
Skin Defense E - which my daughter use to treat burn scar on her hand.
Skin Rejuvenation - for moisturizing skin at night
All three are available in all leading pharmacy in KL, Malaysia
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Never Say Never
Okay .. its new moon craziness telah melanda.. me? Its the Vampire Diaries.
When did I first come across this tv series? Well I was browsing something on FB and one Sorority Life buddy posted something like this "I Can't Wait Vampire Diaries to be on air!!!" and she's in the Philippine. I went into youtube and googled the trailer. The rest is history.
:-)
ps: Saw the first pilot episode last night!
Monday, November 23, 2009
11th Month Milestone
| 11 months | • Says "mama" and "dada" to the correct parent • Plays patty-cake and peek-a-boo • Stands alone for a couple of seconds • Cruises | • Understands "no"and simple instructions • Puts objects into a container | • Says one wordbesides "mama" and "dada" • Stoops from standing position |
I am so happy .. Ayman is cruising and walking a couple of steps!
I can't wait for you to work dear huggable wuggable baby!
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
10th Month Old Milestone
Here is another update on ayman:
| Child's Age |  Mastered Skills (most kids can do) | Emerging Skills (half of kids can do) | Advanced Skills (a few kids can do) |
| 10 month | • Waves goodbye • Picks things up withpincer grasp • Crawls well, with belly off the ground | • Says "mama" and "dada" to the correct parent • Indicates wants with gestures | • Stands alone for a couple of seconds • Puts objects into a container |
PS: Ayman can stand alone for a few seconds and put objects into a container .. he calls me mamamamamama.... blabbers alot ... espcially vocalizing .. tatata sound .. mamamama sound .. and of course screaming and yelling :-)
Information taken from www.babycenter.com
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Is it normal : Life as a mom
-the article is taken from www.babycenter.com
Is it normal to lose hair after giving birth?
Expert Answers
Sandra Johnson, dermatologist
All new moms experience hair loss, though some lose more than others.
Here's why it happens. During pregnancy, changes in your hormone levels cause your hair to stay in a resting phase for longer, so you lose less hair on a daily basis. (You may have noticed that your hair seemed thicker than usual.)
After you've given birth and your hormones have settled down — usually at about 12 weeks after delivery — more hair shifts into a shedding phase. You may be alarmed to find hair coming out by the handful.
Normally, you lose about 100 to 125 hairs a day, but after delivery, you may be losing about 500 a day. This can be very disturbing, but try not to worry too much — you won't go bald!
There's little you can do about the shedding, other than to be patient. The shedding tends to be most noticeable when you're shampooing or brushing your hair, so you may find that shampooing less frequently or letting your hair dry naturally instead of brushing and blow-drying helps slow the loss.
On the other hand, it's going to fall out at some point, and you might prefer that it happen in private. Regular washing and brushing may help you avoid leaving a trail of shedding hair behind you all day. Try using a thickening shampoo if you feel your locks are getting too thin.
You may notice fine "baby" hair growing along your hairline at the top of your forehead once the shedding phase has ended. Having bangs can do a lot to camouflage this wispy new growth while it's growing out.
Within another six months or so, your hair should be back to its normal pre-pregnancy thickness, but you may find that the texture of your hair is never exactly the same. It may be wavier or straighter or more dry or oily than it was before pregnancy. This is probably due to the hormonal upheaval you've just been through.
If the hair loss doesn't seem to be slowing and you're still losing lots of hair six or so months after delivery, check in with a dermatologist or your healthcare provider. It may be a sign that you're low on iron, which is not entirely uncommon for new moms.
Is it normal not to want sex after having a baby?
Is it normal not to want sex after the birth of a baby, and how long will this feeling last?
Expert Answers
Laura Fijolek McKain, ob-gyn
It's normal to have a decreased sex drive after giving birth. This feeling can last for months. In one study of postpartum women, 20 percent had little or no desire for sex three months after delivery, and another 21 percent had a complete loss of desire or aversion to sexual activity.
A number of factors contribute to these feelings. First, your sex drive has to compete with the overwhelming fatigue that results from taking care of a newborn. New babies are demanding. They require round-the-clock attention and a great deal of physical contact. This can be both physically and emotionally draining. When you finally have a moment to yourself, you may need a break from intense physical attachment, making sex low on your list of priorities.
Second, your body is healing from the ordeal of labor and delivery. Major hormonal shifts are taking place that can make you feel off balance. You may also worry that intercourse will be painful, and for many women, the first sexual encounters after childbirth are uncomfortable. Also, your body is still recovering from giving birth, and you may not feel as attractive as usual. These feelings can have a dramatic impact your body image and make you feel less sexy and desirable.
Third, you may consciously or subconsciously fear becoming pregnant again. Evolution may help explain this. In nature, mother animals rarely mate when they're busy rearing their young. Their bodies just wouldn't be up to the additional burden of another pregnancy. The same may be true of women.
The good news is that most women report that this decrease in libido is temporary. With time and patience, you and your partner can rebuild a satisfying sexual relationship.
Is it normal to feel overwhelmed by the responsibility of caring for my new baby?
I feel overwhelmed by the responsibility of caring for my new baby. Is this normal?
Expert Answers
Edward Christophersen, clinical psychologist
Yes, absolutely. Between the physical and emotional changes you're going through and the increased responsibility, it's not surprising that you feel this way. Also, the desire to do everything "right" puts a great deal of pressure on a new parent. As you become more comfortable with tasks like feeding, diapering, and bathing your baby, you'll probably feel more confident and in control.
Try and take things one day at a time, and find support. Talk to another parent, a friend, or a family member about what you're feeling. Also, find some time for yourself — even something as small as a brief walk around the neighborhood or an uninterrupted bath can help you cope with stress. If you're still overwhelmed by the end of the first month or so, it could be a sign of postpartum depression. Make an appointment with your doctor to talk things through and get some help.
Is it normal to miss the freedom I had before becoming a mother?
I'm thrilled about having my son, but I miss the freedom I had before I became a mother and feel overwhelmed with the responsibilities of parenthood. Is this normal?
Expert Answers
Karen Kleiman, therapist
Life changes after a baby is born. Roles shift, hormones rage, chores multiply, finances alter. Having a baby challenges your sense of control, leaving you feeling depleted and overwhelmed. You also lose some of your freedom, which can be particularly difficult for many women.
Parenthood is overwhelming because no mother ever thinks she has enough time, help, training, money, or emotional support. This can leave moms feeling trapped, bored, resentful, depressed, irritable, or angry. All of these feelings are normal.
What can you do about them? Identify which parts of your "old life" you miss. Make a list and be very specific — write out "I miss spending time with my best friend" or "I miss staying up late and going out." Come up with as many things as you can and jot each one down, even those that seem silly to you, such as "I miss going out for pizza on Friday night."
The more things you include in the list, the easier it'll be for you to pinpoint exactly how you're feeling. When you're finished, go over each item on the list with your partner or a close friend. See how you can add one or two back into your schedule and then make a point of scheduling the activities. All of these things need not be lost forever.
This exercise really does work. It's a way of taking charge of your life again — and regaining control is essential to reclaiming your sense of balance.
Once you become aware of the things you miss, you'll be able to give yourself permission to feel the loss without feeling anxious or resentful. After all, losses are a necessary part of major life changes, and you may soon find that some of these losses pave the way for new joys and experiences.
Remember, having a baby doesn't mean giving up all the things you enjoy. It's important to take care of you, too. If you still feel unsettled, you may want to talk to other moms about how they're handling their loss of freedom or see a therapist so you can better identify ways to adjust.
Is it normal that I like being a stay-at-home mom but miss my job, too?
Expert Answers
Karen Kleiman, therapist
Your ambivalence is quite common, but it's understandable if you find it upsetting to feel this way. It can be really hard to want two things at once. Life is a series of trade-offs — sometimes we have to give up important things (such as a job) in favor of other choices that are equally important (staying home with your baby).
It's natural to miss your job. Working was a big part of your life before you became a parent. On the job, you were likely recognized, appreciated, and even thanked for your hard work. You probably miss seeing co-workers, clients, customers, and others with whom you had important relationships.
Now that you're at home with your son, try to incorporate some activities that satisfy the needs your job fulfilled. For instance, build in time for adult conversation, intellectual stimulation, and contact with colleagues.
Talk to other stay-at-home parents about how you feel — you may find that many of them are experiencing the same emotions. If you don't know many other stay-at-home parents yet, reach out by joining a playgroup, an activity class, or a club such as a local mothers' group. It can help to share your feelings with others in the same situation.
If you're bored at home, take a class or develop a skill or interest. It may even lead to a source of additional income in the future. Many stay-at-home parents develop a home-based business or take on part-time work as their child gets older, and you can start laying the groundwork for this now, even with tiny steps.
As your child gets older, you may also want to volunteer at his school and find other ways to get involved in your community. Whatever you decide to do, don't feel guilty about pursuing your own interests. You won't be denying your son. You'll be enriching yourself, which is always a good thing for a parent to do!
Is it normal to lose hair after giving birth?
Expert Answers
Sandra Johnson, dermatologist
All new moms experience hair loss, though some lose more than others.
Here's why it happens. During pregnancy, changes in your hormone levels cause your hair to stay in a resting phase for longer, so you lose less hair on a daily basis. (You may have noticed that your hair seemed thicker than usual.)
After you've given birth and your hormones have settled down — usually at about 12 weeks after delivery — more hair shifts into a shedding phase. You may be alarmed to find hair coming out by the handful.
Normally, you lose about 100 to 125 hairs a day, but after delivery, you may be losing about 500 a day. This can be very disturbing, but try not to worry too much — you won't go bald!
There's little you can do about the shedding, other than to be patient. The shedding tends to be most noticeable when you're shampooing or brushing your hair, so you may find that shampooing less frequently or letting your hair dry naturally instead of brushing and blow-drying helps slow the loss.
On the other hand, it's going to fall out at some point, and you might prefer that it happen in private. Regular washing and brushing may help you avoid leaving a trail of shedding hair behind you all day. Try using a thickening shampoo if you feel your locks are getting too thin.
You may notice fine "baby" hair growing along your hairline at the top of your forehead once the shedding phase has ended. Having bangs can do a lot to camouflage this wispy new growth while it's growing out.
Within another six months or so, your hair should be back to its normal pre-pregnancy thickness, but you may find that the texture of your hair is never exactly the same. It may be wavier or straighter or more dry or oily than it was before pregnancy. This is probably due to the hormonal upheaval you've just been through.
If the hair loss doesn't seem to be slowing and you're still losing lots of hair six or so months after delivery, check in with a dermatologist or your healthcare provider. It may be a sign that you're low on iron, which is not entirely uncommon for new moms.
Is it normal not to want sex after having a baby?
Is it normal not to want sex after the birth of a baby, and how long will this feeling last?
Expert Answers
Laura Fijolek McKain, ob-gyn
It's normal to have a decreased sex drive after giving birth. This feeling can last for months. In one study of postpartum women, 20 percent had little or no desire for sex three months after delivery, and another 21 percent had a complete loss of desire or aversion to sexual activity.
A number of factors contribute to these feelings. First, your sex drive has to compete with the overwhelming fatigue that results from taking care of a newborn. New babies are demanding. They require round-the-clock attention and a great deal of physical contact. This can be both physically and emotionally draining. When you finally have a moment to yourself, you may need a break from intense physical attachment, making sex low on your list of priorities.
Second, your body is healing from the ordeal of labor and delivery. Major hormonal shifts are taking place that can make you feel off balance. You may also worry that intercourse will be painful, and for many women, the first sexual encounters after childbirth are uncomfortable. Also, your body is still recovering from giving birth, and you may not feel as attractive as usual. These feelings can have a dramatic impact your body image and make you feel less sexy and desirable.
Third, you may consciously or subconsciously fear becoming pregnant again. Evolution may help explain this. In nature, mother animals rarely mate when they're busy rearing their young. Their bodies just wouldn't be up to the additional burden of another pregnancy. The same may be true of women.
The good news is that most women report that this decrease in libido is temporary. With time and patience, you and your partner can rebuild a satisfying sexual relationship.
Is it normal to feel overwhelmed by the responsibility of caring for my new baby?
I feel overwhelmed by the responsibility of caring for my new baby. Is this normal?
Expert Answers
Edward Christophersen, clinical psychologist
Yes, absolutely. Between the physical and emotional changes you're going through and the increased responsibility, it's not surprising that you feel this way. Also, the desire to do everything "right" puts a great deal of pressure on a new parent. As you become more comfortable with tasks like feeding, diapering, and bathing your baby, you'll probably feel more confident and in control.
Try and take things one day at a time, and find support. Talk to another parent, a friend, or a family member about what you're feeling. Also, find some time for yourself — even something as small as a brief walk around the neighborhood or an uninterrupted bath can help you cope with stress. If you're still overwhelmed by the end of the first month or so, it could be a sign of postpartum depression. Make an appointment with your doctor to talk things through and get some help.
Is it normal to miss the freedom I had before becoming a mother?
I'm thrilled about having my son, but I miss the freedom I had before I became a mother and feel overwhelmed with the responsibilities of parenthood. Is this normal?
Expert Answers
Karen Kleiman, therapist
Life changes after a baby is born. Roles shift, hormones rage, chores multiply, finances alter. Having a baby challenges your sense of control, leaving you feeling depleted and overwhelmed. You also lose some of your freedom, which can be particularly difficult for many women.
Parenthood is overwhelming because no mother ever thinks she has enough time, help, training, money, or emotional support. This can leave moms feeling trapped, bored, resentful, depressed, irritable, or angry. All of these feelings are normal.
What can you do about them? Identify which parts of your "old life" you miss. Make a list and be very specific — write out "I miss spending time with my best friend" or "I miss staying up late and going out." Come up with as many things as you can and jot each one down, even those that seem silly to you, such as "I miss going out for pizza on Friday night."
The more things you include in the list, the easier it'll be for you to pinpoint exactly how you're feeling. When you're finished, go over each item on the list with your partner or a close friend. See how you can add one or two back into your schedule and then make a point of scheduling the activities. All of these things need not be lost forever.
This exercise really does work. It's a way of taking charge of your life again — and regaining control is essential to reclaiming your sense of balance.
Once you become aware of the things you miss, you'll be able to give yourself permission to feel the loss without feeling anxious or resentful. After all, losses are a necessary part of major life changes, and you may soon find that some of these losses pave the way for new joys and experiences.
Remember, having a baby doesn't mean giving up all the things you enjoy. It's important to take care of you, too. If you still feel unsettled, you may want to talk to other moms about how they're handling their loss of freedom or see a therapist so you can better identify ways to adjust.
Is it normal that I like being a stay-at-home mom but miss my job, too?
Expert Answers
Karen Kleiman, therapist
Your ambivalence is quite common, but it's understandable if you find it upsetting to feel this way. It can be really hard to want two things at once. Life is a series of trade-offs — sometimes we have to give up important things (such as a job) in favor of other choices that are equally important (staying home with your baby).
It's natural to miss your job. Working was a big part of your life before you became a parent. On the job, you were likely recognized, appreciated, and even thanked for your hard work. You probably miss seeing co-workers, clients, customers, and others with whom you had important relationships.
Now that you're at home with your son, try to incorporate some activities that satisfy the needs your job fulfilled. For instance, build in time for adult conversation, intellectual stimulation, and contact with colleagues.
Talk to other stay-at-home parents about how you feel — you may find that many of them are experiencing the same emotions. If you don't know many other stay-at-home parents yet, reach out by joining a playgroup, an activity class, or a club such as a local mothers' group. It can help to share your feelings with others in the same situation.
If you're bored at home, take a class or develop a skill or interest. It may even lead to a source of additional income in the future. Many stay-at-home parents develop a home-based business or take on part-time work as their child gets older, and you can start laying the groundwork for this now, even with tiny steps.
As your child gets older, you may also want to volunteer at his school and find other ways to get involved in your community. Whatever you decide to do, don't feel guilty about pursuing your own interests. You won't be denying your son. You'll be enriching yourself, which is always a good thing for a parent to do!
Monday, October 12, 2009
A sigh of relief : Thank God its over !!!!
After months of preparation and weeks staying back (Me) .. team member lain .. stay back masa 1 minggu sebelum robe collection. At last, the convocation was over and done with ...
kenapa I cakap I stayed back for weeks whereas my other team members stayed back seminggu sebelum convo? Kalau nak cerita panjang lebar, memang ada yang rasa kena tikam depan - belakang so I malas nak cerita lebih-lebih. Biarkan lah ... mereka dengan kepandaian dan kebijaksanaan mereka. Aku sanggup sacrifice cuti raya ... balik raya buat kerja .. cuti sehari je ... kerja bawak balik rumah ... team aku??? yg sepatutnya tak beraya tp batang idung tak nampak .. katanya merajuk .. duduk di bilik technician je... yg sorang lagi sibuk beraya di Ganu. Tak apalah ... I know I did something good! Mmg lah it all happened due to team work but if bukan aku yg kerah/arah/marah/tunjuk .. I really don't know what will happen ...hu hu hu. Aku banyak pendam ni .. tu yg terkeluar dalam blog juga ... tak apalah .. but whatever it is .. i really do appreciate my team's work.. and also raiza yg sepatutnya jaga robe je .. tp sanggup temankan sampai 3 pagi menyusun brg brg convo. Stressssssss!!!
Lesson Learnt:
1) Communicate more
2) Listen to instructions
3) Know your responsibilities
4) Check List is important
5) Manage your part time staff well
6) Complacency is a risk!
7) Be timely ... ni janji nak datang lepas isyak tapi timbul 12.30 am. Apa cerita?
8) Check and check and recheck your work!
9) Prioritize your work. Hari Raya Gathering lagi penting ke? preparation lagi penting?
Apa-apa pun .. the event was a success. Tengah tunggu pics from AEAB ... will put it up when its ready.
ps: I am glad that next year somebody else will take over my job. Errr ... bukan ke tahun lepas I said the same thing and I ended up taking over half way?????
kenapa I cakap I stayed back for weeks whereas my other team members stayed back seminggu sebelum convo? Kalau nak cerita panjang lebar, memang ada yang rasa kena tikam depan - belakang so I malas nak cerita lebih-lebih. Biarkan lah ... mereka dengan kepandaian dan kebijaksanaan mereka. Aku sanggup sacrifice cuti raya ... balik raya buat kerja .. cuti sehari je ... kerja bawak balik rumah ... team aku??? yg sepatutnya tak beraya tp batang idung tak nampak .. katanya merajuk .. duduk di bilik technician je... yg sorang lagi sibuk beraya di Ganu. Tak apalah ... I know I did something good! Mmg lah it all happened due to team work but if bukan aku yg kerah/arah/marah/tunjuk .. I really don't know what will happen ...hu hu hu. Aku banyak pendam ni .. tu yg terkeluar dalam blog juga ... tak apalah .. but whatever it is .. i really do appreciate my team's work.. and also raiza yg sepatutnya jaga robe je .. tp sanggup temankan sampai 3 pagi menyusun brg brg convo. Stressssssss!!!
Lesson Learnt:
1) Communicate more
2) Listen to instructions
3) Know your responsibilities
4) Check List is important
5) Manage your part time staff well
6) Complacency is a risk!
7) Be timely ... ni janji nak datang lepas isyak tapi timbul 12.30 am. Apa cerita?
8) Check and check and recheck your work!
9) Prioritize your work. Hari Raya Gathering lagi penting ke? preparation lagi penting?
Apa-apa pun .. the event was a success. Tengah tunggu pics from AEAB ... will put it up when its ready.
ps: I am glad that next year somebody else will take over my job. Errr ... bukan ke tahun lepas I said the same thing and I ended up taking over half way?????
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Pagi-pagi dah buat my mood swings Hi and Low
Been quite busy for sometime now .. normally i would've logged on to my blog and check emails at night etc... but this week and last week was very hectic. I didn't even make it to pay my phone bill on time and lo and behold .. telephone got barred on Tuesday night !!! Tensionnya!!! Some of my customer's and would be agent's smses were left untouched and unanswered. Even my husband's smsess were not answered and it got him worried as he is still in India awaiting the aproval of his new work visa. Up until today, masih tak berkesempatan to pay my bills. I have been busy with the preparation of the convocation. Dua .. tiga hari juga la balik 11 malam .. tidur di office.. penat yang teramat. I am hoping for the best and hoping no hiccups this year!!!
Today I just want to share about an email I received from a customer. Selalunya, I akan dapat request to purchase barang and customer request suruh hantar barang ASAP supaya cepat dapat. Normally, I relented .. the last request customer pernah minta was hantar VS Body Mists .. sebelum dia balik raya! Dan mmg minggu tu adalah minggu terakhir sebelum raya!!! Kita ni jual barang .. we try to make our customer happy.. alhamdulillah I have a handful of returning customers and some customers yg i got was from word of mouth because i don't really promote my product on the web.
So silap le saya entertain request customer ni .. I know I was damn busy . I know I don't have alot of time at hand due to my work but I tried .. customer bank in duit on 6/10 .. minta hantar ASAP sebelum dia outstation siap suruh hantar before collection time. 6/10 juga nak dihantar .. macam mana ni? Voice over nak kena monitor .. i can't leave my subordinates ..tak sempat .. Okay la I tried 7/10 dah dalam perjalanan ke post office .. dapat call dari abah .. kena patah balik ambil my daughter .. so tak jadi lagi then the whole afternoon busy with rehersal. Dalam hati nekad .. esok kena pos sebab customer nak keluar dah.. So 8/10 masuk office check email .. malas nak cerita pasal email yg dihantar oleh that customer. Kiranya dia tak puas hati sebab saya lambat respond her sms and email. Lastly, ada pula cakap kalau I tak deliver as promise nak report as fraud case. WTF! That was my first initial respond. Dia ingat kita ni budak hingusan ke? Masa ni je la .. yg I screwed up my timeline .. masa ni la I got this kind of customer. Selama I am in this business, inilah manusia pertama yg complain macam ni... I was really .. really down. So I told one of my friend who has an online business dan mmg berpengalaman.. i asked her whether she ever encountered such customer .. my friend kata .. ada .. lagi teruk pun ada.. sj nak menjatuhkan business kita.
So after discussing with this friend of mine .. dia tanya .. Kak Liz tak set terms and condition for shipping ke? I said .. there's no specified time frame.. Some product ambil masa sebulan lebih .. some 1 week. Customer I tahu .. kalau barang tak ada .. i akan order and i takkan ambil duit booking sebab kita business ni is based on trust. Bila barang sampai Malaysia baru I minta customer bank in... So ni I delay 1 hari je utk antar bukannya seminggu or sebulan!.. dah siap hantar email pasal fraud la .. hak sebagai customer la .. Just because I screwed up because I was so damn busy! Kita bukannya nak dia faham situasi kita .. tp belum apa-apa dah mcm mcm pulak di emailnya. I pernah bayar barang RM 34.00 from ebay and masa shipping sepatutnya 3 hari tp I tunggu sampai 2 minggu pun aku tak adalah hantar email macam perempuan ni? Kita berhemah~!Kita tanya secara elok .. orang akan jawab secara elok. So from now on .. I no longer entertain ASAP deliveries.. my deliveries will be made only on Friday for each week. If customer tak sanggup tunggu .. boleh cari shop lain. Rezeki yang Allah berikan ada di mana-mana. You don't like how I manage things .. then don't buy from me...
Ni part time business je .. gaji I kalau you nak tahu is 4 kali ganda kalau banding dgn untung business yg I buat la.. I tak hadap sgt duit business ni .. its more about love to do business .. seronok .. having the passion .. to share things that I love ... I love Sareees ... I love Salwar Khameez materials...I love Pashmina Shawls .. I love Liz Claireborn .. and I love Victoria Secret. Thats why i set up the blogshop .. bukannya I berbusiness untung lipat ganda utk bagi makan anak-anak!
Today is really a screwed up day for me. I dah hantar pun cosmetic case tu ... and I hope that would be the first and the last stuff yg that lady will buy from me .. She can go to other blogshop la..
Thanks to Doris and Raiza for giving me the encouragement and suggestions!
Today I just want to share about an email I received from a customer. Selalunya, I akan dapat request to purchase barang and customer request suruh hantar barang ASAP supaya cepat dapat. Normally, I relented .. the last request customer pernah minta was hantar VS Body Mists .. sebelum dia balik raya! Dan mmg minggu tu adalah minggu terakhir sebelum raya!!! Kita ni jual barang .. we try to make our customer happy.. alhamdulillah I have a handful of returning customers and some customers yg i got was from word of mouth because i don't really promote my product on the web.
So silap le saya entertain request customer ni .. I know I was damn busy . I know I don't have alot of time at hand due to my work but I tried .. customer bank in duit on 6/10 .. minta hantar ASAP sebelum dia outstation siap suruh hantar before collection time. 6/10 juga nak dihantar .. macam mana ni? Voice over nak kena monitor .. i can't leave my subordinates ..tak sempat .. Okay la I tried 7/10 dah dalam perjalanan ke post office .. dapat call dari abah .. kena patah balik ambil my daughter .. so tak jadi lagi then the whole afternoon busy with rehersal. Dalam hati nekad .. esok kena pos sebab customer nak keluar dah.. So 8/10 masuk office check email .. malas nak cerita pasal email yg dihantar oleh that customer. Kiranya dia tak puas hati sebab saya lambat respond her sms and email. Lastly, ada pula cakap kalau I tak deliver as promise nak report as fraud case. WTF! That was my first initial respond. Dia ingat kita ni budak hingusan ke? Masa ni je la .. yg I screwed up my timeline .. masa ni la I got this kind of customer. Selama I am in this business, inilah manusia pertama yg complain macam ni... I was really .. really down. So I told one of my friend who has an online business dan mmg berpengalaman.. i asked her whether she ever encountered such customer .. my friend kata .. ada .. lagi teruk pun ada.. sj nak menjatuhkan business kita.
So after discussing with this friend of mine .. dia tanya .. Kak Liz tak set terms and condition for shipping ke? I said .. there's no specified time frame.. Some product ambil masa sebulan lebih .. some 1 week. Customer I tahu .. kalau barang tak ada .. i akan order and i takkan ambil duit booking sebab kita business ni is based on trust. Bila barang sampai Malaysia baru I minta customer bank in... So ni I delay 1 hari je utk antar bukannya seminggu or sebulan!.. dah siap hantar email pasal fraud la .. hak sebagai customer la .. Just because I screwed up because I was so damn busy! Kita bukannya nak dia faham situasi kita .. tp belum apa-apa dah mcm mcm pulak di emailnya. I pernah bayar barang RM 34.00 from ebay and masa shipping sepatutnya 3 hari tp I tunggu sampai 2 minggu pun aku tak adalah hantar email macam perempuan ni? Kita berhemah~!Kita tanya secara elok .. orang akan jawab secara elok. So from now on .. I no longer entertain ASAP deliveries.. my deliveries will be made only on Friday for each week. If customer tak sanggup tunggu .. boleh cari shop lain. Rezeki yang Allah berikan ada di mana-mana. You don't like how I manage things .. then don't buy from me...
Ni part time business je .. gaji I kalau you nak tahu is 4 kali ganda kalau banding dgn untung business yg I buat la.. I tak hadap sgt duit business ni .. its more about love to do business .. seronok .. having the passion .. to share things that I love ... I love Sareees ... I love Salwar Khameez materials...I love Pashmina Shawls .. I love Liz Claireborn .. and I love Victoria Secret. Thats why i set up the blogshop .. bukannya I berbusiness untung lipat ganda utk bagi makan anak-anak!
Today is really a screwed up day for me. I dah hantar pun cosmetic case tu ... and I hope that would be the first and the last stuff yg that lady will buy from me .. She can go to other blogshop la..
Thanks to Doris and Raiza for giving me the encouragement and suggestions!
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Eid Mubarak to everybody!!!!
Today is the 1st of Syawal 1430H. Muslims in Malaysia and Saudi celebrated Eid Ul-Fitr today. While parts of India .. namely cochin and mysore will celebrate Eid tomorrow. Hence, I will give a short call to my families there.
It has always been a norm for my aunts to celebrate eid at my house. My mother is the eldest sibling and as both of my grandparents died 20 years; We no longer congregate at Lorong C5, Kg Pandan. Every morning during eid, aunty Ani's family and aunty Bibah's will come to our house after eid ul-fitr morning prayer. Pics are taken .. sisters sharing stories .. swapping of eid food... and of course the duit raya for the children (Ayman and Naureen) .. as they are the only grandchildren.. why? I'm the only one with married status ... my sister and cousins are still single! hehehe .. good for the kiddos .. they are doted on by the grand aunts and uncles....
The last visit of the day would be from Uncle Tap .. few days back his picture was in the paper .. standing between the Prime Minister and the KSN. Something about malaysian integration or 1 Malaysia concept.
So whats the plan for Monday until Wednesday??? Wait and see...
It has always been a norm for my aunts to celebrate eid at my house. My mother is the eldest sibling and as both of my grandparents died 20 years; We no longer congregate at Lorong C5, Kg Pandan. Every morning during eid, aunty Ani's family and aunty Bibah's will come to our house after eid ul-fitr morning prayer. Pics are taken .. sisters sharing stories .. swapping of eid food... and of course the duit raya for the children (Ayman and Naureen) .. as they are the only grandchildren.. why? I'm the only one with married status ... my sister and cousins are still single! hehehe .. good for the kiddos .. they are doted on by the grand aunts and uncles....
The last visit of the day would be from Uncle Tap .. few days back his picture was in the paper .. standing between the Prime Minister and the KSN. Something about malaysian integration or 1 Malaysia concept.
So whats the plan for Monday until Wednesday??? Wait and see...
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Thank you for all the wishes
I turned 34 on Saturday- 12th September 2009.
The first wish was from my high school friend .. zanariah via Facebook, second my husband of course...then my boss via the MYIIUM portal birthday wish .. then Br Izdihar.. and then the list goes on and on ...
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Details
1. Happy Belated Birthday..wish U best of luck..
Zuyati Binti Mohamed(14-sep-2009)
2. Salam Liza, Happy birthday to you and may ALLAH bless you always. Amin. Zenita
Zenita Arryani Bt. Tiyunin(14-sep-2009)
3. Selamat Hari Lahir dan Selamat Berpuasa. Semoga Panjang Umur dan Murah Rezeki. Salam Aidil Fitri dan Maaf Zahir Batin.
Zunika Bt Osman(14-sep-2009)
4. Assalamualaikum, Semoga sejahtera selalu selalu, dimurahkan rezeki dan diredhai ALLAH selalu. Ameen.
Zaharah Bt. Mohamad Nor(14-sep-2009)
5. Eppy Best Day...Ekkk
Norizan Binti Omar(14-sep-2009)
6. Liza!! Happy Birthday To You!!
Norasiah Bt. Mohd Sulaiman(14-sep-2009)
7. Salam Sr. Nurmaliza, semoga ALLAH swt panjangkan umur dan murahkan rezeki
Roslina Bt. Othman(14-sep-2009)
8. salam... happy belated besday kak !!! Selamat Hari Raya sekali la...heeeee
Hamzah B. Abu Samah(14-sep-2009)
9. HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR.. YANG KE BRAPA EK? MY DUA THAT ALL WILL ALWAYS BLESS YOU.. RAMADHAN MUBARAK.
Fazilla Bt. Abdul Jalil(14-sep-2009)
10. Happy Birthday NJ & Selamat Hari Raya.....
Khalid Bin Muhammad(14-sep-2009)
11. happy bezday 2u..smoga panjang umur n murah rezki slalu..ameen
Nurul Huda Bt Hamdi(14-sep-2009)
12. Happy belated birthday. Congratulations and happy Eid Fitri.
Khairiah Bt. Badzis(14-sep-2009)
13. happy birthday . Semoga panjang umur, murah rezeki , dan ditetapkan iman. aminn
Jamalil-asiah Bt. Ghazali(14-sep-2009)
14. happy belated birthday semoga diberkati ALLAH
Jamilah Bt Rahmat(14-sep-2009)
15. Liza, Happy Belated Birthday.. Didn't know you're a fellow Virgoan.. Here's praying to you May ALLAH showers you with all his Blessings & may all good things come your way.Amin..
Norhana Bt. Mohd Yunos(14-sep-2009)
16. happy birthday
Siti Noorzariah Binti Shahadan(14-sep-2009)
17. selamat hari lahir..moga mendapat kebahagiaan hidup dunia & akhirat..
Mohamed Amin Bin Haji Ismail(13-sep-2009)
18. My sis, wish you belated happy birthday... and all the best of luck... nak pakai baju apa celebrate party ne yer?... hihihi
Norasita Binti Zainal(13-sep-2009)
19. Happy Birthday !
Hamdan Bin Adnan(13-sep-2009)
20. salam.happy belated birthday
Wan Mohd. Hilmi Bin Wan Kamal(13-sep-2009)
21. Happy belated birthday NJ. Semoga panjang umur dan murah rezeki selalu.
Mazlilawati Bt. Murad(13-sep-2009)
22. Happy birthday to U. May ALLAH b less U always
Noriah Binti Ismail(13-sep-2009)
23. Happy Birthday. May ALLAH bless you
Izdihar Bin Ishak(12-sep-2009)
24. Happy birthday Nurmaliza
Sa'idatul Bariah Bt. Ahmad(12-sep-2009)
The first wish was from my high school friend .. zanariah via Facebook, second my husband of course...then my boss via the MYIIUM portal birthday wish .. then Br Izdihar.. and then the list goes on and on ...
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Details
1. Happy Belated Birthday..wish U best of luck..
Zuyati Binti Mohamed(14-sep-2009)
2. Salam Liza, Happy birthday to you and may ALLAH bless you always. Amin. Zenita
Zenita Arryani Bt. Tiyunin(14-sep-2009)
3. Selamat Hari Lahir dan Selamat Berpuasa. Semoga Panjang Umur dan Murah Rezeki. Salam Aidil Fitri dan Maaf Zahir Batin.
Zunika Bt Osman(14-sep-2009)
4. Assalamualaikum, Semoga sejahtera selalu selalu, dimurahkan rezeki dan diredhai ALLAH selalu. Ameen.
Zaharah Bt. Mohamad Nor(14-sep-2009)
5. Eppy Best Day...Ekkk
Norizan Binti Omar(14-sep-2009)
6. Liza!! Happy Birthday To You!!
Norasiah Bt. Mohd Sulaiman(14-sep-2009)
7. Salam Sr. Nurmaliza, semoga ALLAH swt panjangkan umur dan murahkan rezeki
Roslina Bt. Othman(14-sep-2009)
8. salam... happy belated besday kak !!! Selamat Hari Raya sekali la...heeeee
Hamzah B. Abu Samah(14-sep-2009)
9. HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR.. YANG KE BRAPA EK? MY DUA THAT ALL WILL ALWAYS BLESS YOU.. RAMADHAN MUBARAK.
Fazilla Bt. Abdul Jalil(14-sep-2009)
10. Happy Birthday NJ & Selamat Hari Raya.....
Khalid Bin Muhammad(14-sep-2009)
11. happy bezday 2u..smoga panjang umur n murah rezki slalu..ameen
Nurul Huda Bt Hamdi(14-sep-2009)
12. Happy belated birthday. Congratulations and happy Eid Fitri.
Khairiah Bt. Badzis(14-sep-2009)
13. happy birthday . Semoga panjang umur, murah rezeki , dan ditetapkan iman. aminn
Jamalil-asiah Bt. Ghazali(14-sep-2009)
14. happy belated birthday semoga diberkati ALLAH
Jamilah Bt Rahmat(14-sep-2009)
15. Liza, Happy Belated Birthday.. Didn't know you're a fellow Virgoan.. Here's praying to you May ALLAH showers you with all his Blessings & may all good things come your way.Amin..
Norhana Bt. Mohd Yunos(14-sep-2009)
16. happy birthday
Siti Noorzariah Binti Shahadan(14-sep-2009)
17. selamat hari lahir..moga mendapat kebahagiaan hidup dunia & akhirat..
Mohamed Amin Bin Haji Ismail(13-sep-2009)
18. My sis, wish you belated happy birthday... and all the best of luck... nak pakai baju apa celebrate party ne yer?... hihihi
Norasita Binti Zainal(13-sep-2009)
19. Happy Birthday !
Hamdan Bin Adnan(13-sep-2009)
20. salam.happy belated birthday
Wan Mohd. Hilmi Bin Wan Kamal(13-sep-2009)
21. Happy belated birthday NJ. Semoga panjang umur dan murah rezeki selalu.
Mazlilawati Bt. Murad(13-sep-2009)
22. Happy birthday to U. May ALLAH b less U always
Noriah Binti Ismail(13-sep-2009)
23. Happy Birthday. May ALLAH bless you
Izdihar Bin Ishak(12-sep-2009)
24. Happy birthday Nurmaliza
Sa'idatul Bariah Bt. Ahmad(12-sep-2009)
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Tagged !
1. Bekas kekasih saya adalah :
>> I don't have "ex".. it has always been him and only him.
2. Saya sedang mendengar :
>> Trouble is a friend by Lenka
3. Mungkin saya patut :
>> Start doing my work eventhough its 1.16 am .. I brought work from the office.
4. Saya suka :
>> peace and quiet.. I need to be just away from the hussle and bustle of parenting life for a sec.. and pamper myself which I don't know when??!!
5. Sahabat-sahabat baik saya :
>> Rahiza Haszian Abd Rahim .. this is my "Sahabat Baik". She doesn't talk badly about you behind your back. She is incomparable to those around me now.
6. Saya tak paham :
>> Why is it so difficult to say NO when you don't want to do something.
7. Saya kehilangan :
>> What have I lost? I lost precious time to be with my husband. I am hoping that 2011 would be around the corner so that we would be together again .. either here in Malaysia or in India. Whichever is the best for us as a family.
8. Ramai yang berkata :
>> I am "garang" and "emo". Whatever lah ... I am happy with what God has given me.. my short tempered .. and all the shortcomings ..s till there are people who loves me of who I am!
9. Makna nama saya :
>> Nur .. which means the light .. the rest .. no meaning la...
10. Cinta itu adalah :
>> Love is undescribable i tell you. Love to me is how I feel when i hear my husband's voice on the phone .. or a simple thought that came across and this overwhelming feeling would just wash over me .. and it felt very warm indeed. Sometimes it makes you sad as you would then feel so lonely .. eventhough you are surrounded by people. Darn.. i am missing my husband badly!
11. Di suatu tempat, seseorang sedang :
>> spending time with his family.. being a complete family.
12. Saya akan cuba :
>> to be a better person .. a good and loving mother to my children.. try to be as obedient as I can to my elders .. try to call my husband as much as I can!!!
13. Ayat SELAMANYA membawa maksud :
>> To be loved by those around me ..
14. Telefon bimbit saya :
>> NOKIA .. given to me by my husband on the day he left for Saudi in Jan 2009. Still using it.
15. Bila saya terjaga dari tidur :
>> I check my children .. actually i wake up 2.. 3 jam sekali to make milk.
16. Saya paling meluat bila :
>> bloody show off!
17. Pesta/Parti adalah :
>> what party .. I am a potato coach .. NO PARTY!
18. Haiwan yang paling comel yang pernah saya temui ialah :
>> anak kucing hutan .. my father brought it home after his staff found it wandering all over the Masjid UTM JB. Garang nak mampus anak kucing tu .. kucing aku yg tua pun takut.
19. Peringkat umur yang paling menyeronokkan bagi saya ialah :
>> during my teens .. don't have responsibilities .. just me and my books!
20. Hari ni :
>> Saya tak puasa .. ahahahahahahah.
21. Malam ini saya akan :
>> Didn't watch tv .. i was just playing with my son until he fell asleep .. same goes to me .. then i woke up at 11.00 pm until now .. can't sleep.
22. Esok pula saya akan :
>> hantar daughter to educare and continue with convo cards inventory!!!
23. Saya betul-betul inginkan :
>> I need some time off for ME!
24. Ketika anda lihat wajah anda di hadapan cermin pagi ini :
>> I really need to buy that vitamin e oil ...
25. Pusat membeli-belah atau arked permainan :
>> Jusco AU 2 and Great Eastern .. I prefer GE .. tak hectic like the rest.
26. Makanan Barat atau Jepun :
>> Western please!
27. Bilik yg terang atau gelap :
>> Malap ... hahahhahaaha... senang nak kuyukan mata.
28. Makanan segera bermaksud :
>> simple and easy to prepare
29. Ayat terakhir anda katakan pada seseorang?
>> "Ada .. gambar atas meja tu" .. to my mom at 12 am just now when she asked where was Naureen's Passport photo.
29. Siapa yang anda nak Tag?
>> Rahiza ler sapa lagi.
>> I don't have "ex".. it has always been him and only him.
2. Saya sedang mendengar :
>> Trouble is a friend by Lenka
3. Mungkin saya patut :
>> Start doing my work eventhough its 1.16 am .. I brought work from the office.
4. Saya suka :
>> peace and quiet.. I need to be just away from the hussle and bustle of parenting life for a sec.. and pamper myself which I don't know when??!!
5. Sahabat-sahabat baik saya :
>> Rahiza Haszian Abd Rahim .. this is my "Sahabat Baik". She doesn't talk badly about you behind your back. She is incomparable to those around me now.
6. Saya tak paham :
>> Why is it so difficult to say NO when you don't want to do something.
7. Saya kehilangan :
>> What have I lost? I lost precious time to be with my husband. I am hoping that 2011 would be around the corner so that we would be together again .. either here in Malaysia or in India. Whichever is the best for us as a family.
8. Ramai yang berkata :
>> I am "garang" and "emo". Whatever lah ... I am happy with what God has given me.. my short tempered .. and all the shortcomings ..s till there are people who loves me of who I am!
9. Makna nama saya :
>> Nur .. which means the light .. the rest .. no meaning la...
10. Cinta itu adalah :
>> Love is undescribable i tell you. Love to me is how I feel when i hear my husband's voice on the phone .. or a simple thought that came across and this overwhelming feeling would just wash over me .. and it felt very warm indeed. Sometimes it makes you sad as you would then feel so lonely .. eventhough you are surrounded by people. Darn.. i am missing my husband badly!
11. Di suatu tempat, seseorang sedang :
>> spending time with his family.. being a complete family.
12. Saya akan cuba :
>> to be a better person .. a good and loving mother to my children.. try to be as obedient as I can to my elders .. try to call my husband as much as I can!!!
13. Ayat SELAMANYA membawa maksud :
>> To be loved by those around me ..
14. Telefon bimbit saya :
>> NOKIA .. given to me by my husband on the day he left for Saudi in Jan 2009. Still using it.
15. Bila saya terjaga dari tidur :
>> I check my children .. actually i wake up 2.. 3 jam sekali to make milk.
16. Saya paling meluat bila :
>> bloody show off!
17. Pesta/Parti adalah :
>> what party .. I am a potato coach .. NO PARTY!
18. Haiwan yang paling comel yang pernah saya temui ialah :
>> anak kucing hutan .. my father brought it home after his staff found it wandering all over the Masjid UTM JB. Garang nak mampus anak kucing tu .. kucing aku yg tua pun takut.
19. Peringkat umur yang paling menyeronokkan bagi saya ialah :
>> during my teens .. don't have responsibilities .. just me and my books!
20. Hari ni :
>> Saya tak puasa .. ahahahahahahah.
21. Malam ini saya akan :
>> Didn't watch tv .. i was just playing with my son until he fell asleep .. same goes to me .. then i woke up at 11.00 pm until now .. can't sleep.
22. Esok pula saya akan :
>> hantar daughter to educare and continue with convo cards inventory!!!
23. Saya betul-betul inginkan :
>> I need some time off for ME!
24. Ketika anda lihat wajah anda di hadapan cermin pagi ini :
>> I really need to buy that vitamin e oil ...
25. Pusat membeli-belah atau arked permainan :
>> Jusco AU 2 and Great Eastern .. I prefer GE .. tak hectic like the rest.
26. Makanan Barat atau Jepun :
>> Western please!
27. Bilik yg terang atau gelap :
>> Malap ... hahahhahaaha... senang nak kuyukan mata.
28. Makanan segera bermaksud :
>> simple and easy to prepare
29. Ayat terakhir anda katakan pada seseorang?
>> "Ada .. gambar atas meja tu" .. to my mom at 12 am just now when she asked where was Naureen's Passport photo.
29. Siapa yang anda nak Tag?
>> Rahiza ler sapa lagi.
Friday, September 4, 2009
Lenka Lenka Lenka -
I was sitting in my bedroom, after breaking fast. Switch the channel to AXN and the Sony Style programme was on air. At the end of the show, they played this video clip.
Very catchy tune .. i went into you tube .. downloaded as much as video clips that i could find on Lenka's songs.
Thank You SONY!
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Ayman's 8 month milestone
Yes... the following are some skills that my 8 month old son has mastered. Again he has all the three skills combination- mastered skills/emerging skills/advanced skills.
Hmm I wonder whether he'll walk before 1 year old?
Mastered Skills (most kids can do)
• Says "mama" and "dada" to both parents (isn't specific) - we didn't teach dada .. only mama.
• Passes objects from hand to hand - yep he did this
Emerging Skills (half of kids can do)
• Stands while holding onto something - he did this when he was 7 month old .. and now he is more stable .. sometimes he let go of his hand .. lepas tu jatuh le.
• Crawls - mastered since he was 5 months
• Points at objects - mmmm i don't see him point .. i see him crawling and grabbing the things that he is interested in .. especially the aircond remote control.. sanggup menjerit le kalau kita sorok bawah meja.
• Searches for hidden objects - yep he did it today.
Advanced Skills (a few kids can do)
• Pulls self to standing, cruises - yep did he did stand .. memula he kneels .. then cari support .. wall ke meja ke .. mak dia ke .. lepaih tu dia mula bongkok kan badan .. pastu berdiri .. lepaih tu mula la nak capai hujung meja nak pi sana pula .. but i normally support him as he would fall if he let go of his hands or if his knees buckle up!
• Picks things up with thumb-finger pincer grasp - yep .. did that
• Indicates wants with gestures - of course!!!
Hmm I wonder whether he'll walk before 1 year old?
Mastered Skills (most kids can do)
• Says "mama" and "dada" to both parents (isn't specific) - we didn't teach dada .. only mama.
• Passes objects from hand to hand - yep he did this
Emerging Skills (half of kids can do)
• Stands while holding onto something - he did this when he was 7 month old .. and now he is more stable .. sometimes he let go of his hand .. lepas tu jatuh le.
• Crawls - mastered since he was 5 months
• Points at objects - mmmm i don't see him point .. i see him crawling and grabbing the things that he is interested in .. especially the aircond remote control.. sanggup menjerit le kalau kita sorok bawah meja.
• Searches for hidden objects - yep he did it today.
Advanced Skills (a few kids can do)
• Pulls self to standing, cruises - yep did he did stand .. memula he kneels .. then cari support .. wall ke meja ke .. mak dia ke .. lepaih tu dia mula bongkok kan badan .. pastu berdiri .. lepaih tu mula la nak capai hujung meja nak pi sana pula .. but i normally support him as he would fall if he let go of his hands or if his knees buckle up!
• Picks things up with thumb-finger pincer grasp - yep .. did that
• Indicates wants with gestures - of course!!!
Flu .. Flu and more Flu
Okay .. the whole house is down with flu. I'm not sure whether its common flu or viral flu...Anyways, I had enough of flu already la.. this would be my third week having flu. I've changed antibiotics 3 times .. had dozens of pills shoved into my throat but the flu is stil there. NOTE : I don't have fever .. I have runny nose for the last 3 weeks .. and cough! So I don't think I have the H1N1 thingy... getting paranoid really .. its H1N1 is spreading like hell here in Malaysia. Read the news people! Atleast no death yet for today!
Do you know how much money I wasted on medicines for the three of us?? Myself, Naureen and Ayman????!!! Nearly 1000MYR for August 2009 and its all due to the flu bug!
Dengan GP di Setiawangsa adalah ulang alik 5 kali (utk 3 orang) so congak congak .. around RM 300++ sebab doc cakap dia bagi Antibiotic yg mahal. Naureen improve lah .. tp dia masih ada batuk batuk sampai sekarang. Ayman worst case scenario .. pergi third time to GP .. he said no improvement .. go to hospital .. he wrote a referral letter. So on Tuesday (18/8/2009) I went straight to Ampang Puteri Specialist. Thats where they were born and their Paediatrician is also there. Bill charged?? RM 370++.. itu pun i told Doc .. I don't want my son to be warded! If warded .. damn kena fork out another 1K ++ daaa. Thank God for Insurances!!! So I took 1 week leave and travelled three times a day to the A&E for my son's neb. Next week on Tuesday, I have to go back to Doc Nasir and I hope AYman's health would improve. Doc said if phlegm not reducing .. warded! Me?? what about me.. yesterday evening I have probs breathing .. feel that my chest was becoming heavy.. I was having shortness of breath during the ICT Council meeting??? Today I went to see my specialist cum relatives .. Dr Mat Ripin.. huh kena lagi bil RM 270++ .. He perscribed .. seretide .. vantolin (semua ni ubat asthma!).. flu and FLUMOCIL A600 for my phlegm .. minggu depan Hari Jumaat jumpa lagi dia.
Ni nak cerita perbualan dgn Dr XXXXX lah ni pagi tadi :
I told him I was afraid if I had H1N1 or Influenza like illness as mentioned in the papers. I was wearing a mask while talking to him. The moment I said that I was having flu.. he took a step back and wore his mask *chuckle*. I explained that I don't have fever but it all started with a sore throat.. runny nose and cough. He checked my lung was clear.. all is good so he simply said if you had H1N1 .. it has come and gone ... as its already been 3 weeks. In my mind ... i was saying to myself .. ha ah ek .. kalau aku dapat H1N1 .. aku dah mati gamaknya .. sebab aku tanggung merana dgn flu ni dah 3 minggu .. sampai kepala aku naik sengal and sakit. Lepas tu told him that XXXXX byk kes Influenza like illness .. ramai student pergi clinic.. terus Dr cakap .. student U mmg ada yang dah kena H1N1. Ada warded di sini.. still here. He told me an alarming figure .. out of 10 samples they sent out for testing .. normally 8 come out positive. Tak gila ka tu? meaning its a lot.
So I have two small children.. I am working in an environment that is prone to H1N1. I am working in an international university where there is already a confirmed H1N1 case. So I have to take precautionary measures lah..
I am taking out Naureen out of kindergarden as of now ... it worries me. really .. worries me.
So as you can see .. August is the month of nightmare for me .. financially, emotionally drained and physically lembek?! boleh????
Do you know how much money I wasted on medicines for the three of us?? Myself, Naureen and Ayman????!!! Nearly 1000MYR for August 2009 and its all due to the flu bug!
Dengan GP di Setiawangsa adalah ulang alik 5 kali (utk 3 orang) so congak congak .. around RM 300++ sebab doc cakap dia bagi Antibiotic yg mahal. Naureen improve lah .. tp dia masih ada batuk batuk sampai sekarang. Ayman worst case scenario .. pergi third time to GP .. he said no improvement .. go to hospital .. he wrote a referral letter. So on Tuesday (18/8/2009) I went straight to Ampang Puteri Specialist. Thats where they were born and their Paediatrician is also there. Bill charged?? RM 370++.. itu pun i told Doc .. I don't want my son to be warded! If warded .. damn kena fork out another 1K ++ daaa. Thank God for Insurances!!! So I took 1 week leave and travelled three times a day to the A&E for my son's neb. Next week on Tuesday, I have to go back to Doc Nasir and I hope AYman's health would improve. Doc said if phlegm not reducing .. warded! Me?? what about me.. yesterday evening I have probs breathing .. feel that my chest was becoming heavy.. I was having shortness of breath during the ICT Council meeting??? Today I went to see my specialist cum relatives .. Dr Mat Ripin.. huh kena lagi bil RM 270++ .. He perscribed .. seretide .. vantolin (semua ni ubat asthma!).. flu and FLUMOCIL A600 for my phlegm .. minggu depan Hari Jumaat jumpa lagi dia.
Ni nak cerita perbualan dgn Dr XXXXX lah ni pagi tadi :
I told him I was afraid if I had H1N1 or Influenza like illness as mentioned in the papers. I was wearing a mask while talking to him. The moment I said that I was having flu.. he took a step back and wore his mask *chuckle*. I explained that I don't have fever but it all started with a sore throat.. runny nose and cough. He checked my lung was clear.. all is good so he simply said if you had H1N1 .. it has come and gone ... as its already been 3 weeks. In my mind ... i was saying to myself .. ha ah ek .. kalau aku dapat H1N1 .. aku dah mati gamaknya .. sebab aku tanggung merana dgn flu ni dah 3 minggu .. sampai kepala aku naik sengal and sakit. Lepas tu told him that XXXXX byk kes Influenza like illness .. ramai student pergi clinic.. terus Dr cakap .. student U mmg ada yang dah kena H1N1. Ada warded di sini.. still here. He told me an alarming figure .. out of 10 samples they sent out for testing .. normally 8 come out positive. Tak gila ka tu? meaning its a lot.
So I have two small children.. I am working in an environment that is prone to H1N1. I am working in an international university where there is already a confirmed H1N1 case. So I have to take precautionary measures lah..
I am taking out Naureen out of kindergarden as of now ... it worries me. really .. worries me.
So as you can see .. August is the month of nightmare for me .. financially, emotionally drained and physically lembek?! boleh????
Friday, August 14, 2009
An interesting article read on 13/8/2009 on Influenza A H1N1
Don’t withhold anti-virals- from The Star
THE current situation with regard to A(HINI) has compelled me to write this letter. The A (HINI) flu is a viral disease that is amenable to treatment if anti-virals are administered early. However, I feel that the recommendations for treatment by the Health Ministry are too tight.
A number of households within the past two weeks, especially those that are in contact with the public such as medical personnel, students and teachers, have had members of the family down with flu.
Any flu-like illness, especially among those already vaccinated with flu vaccine, within the last two weeks is most probably HINI unless proven otherwise.
The disease has become too widespread to be contained, and steps taken to prevent the spread may prove ineffective. Hence, the next option is to deal with the situation in the most appropriate manner. And that is to administer treatment to the appropriate group early.
Those who get the infection will become immune, and when enough of the population has acquired the infection and become immune, then we get herd immunity and the disease can be contained.
Looking at the symptoms, they are fairly consistent. Most of them start with sore throat and dry cough associated with fatigue and cold intolerance for a few days followed by cyclical fever which usually occurs in the evening. Watery runny nose occurs about one day after the onset of fever and is usually transient unless there is a secondary bacterial infection.
Some patients may have diarrhoea at this stage. Some have milder disease with low grade fever. Note that there is no bone or joint pain or severe headache as opposed to dengue, and that in dengue, there is usually no symptoms of runny nose.
While a nasal swab is helpful with the diagnosis, it has a high false negative rate, hence patients may be wrongly diagnosed. Therefore, clinical judgement is more important.
As we are all aware, the disease does not only cause fatality among the immuno-suppresed, but also healthy individuals, and if we follow closely, we will see that some of those who died had received outpatient treatment for flu prior to their death.
The current recommendation for treatment with anti-virals (http://h1n1.moh.gov.my/caseManagement.php) is too rigid and may be too late because the anti-viral is most effective if given within 48 hours of the onset of symptoms. Often, those who came early for treatment with flu-like illnesses were sent home with antibiotics which gave a false sense of security not only to the patient but also to the doctor.
According to the Health Ministry’s recommendations, if patients have no risk factor, they have to become moderately ill before they can be admitted and receive treatment with anti-virals. By that time it may be too late or the anti-viral may not be as effective or they may already be dead!
A few fatal cases were in fact relatively well at presentation but deteriorated very fast. Within hours the patient succumbed to the illness.
Patients who have high grade fever and are unwell for more than one day associated with flu-like illness should be given the option of receiving treatment with anti-virals.
The British Medical Journal research is correct to say that many people with swine flu only get mild symptoms, and they may find bed rest and over-the-counter flu remedies work for them.
“But for those who experience severe symptoms, the best scientific advice tells us that anti-virals should still be taken as soon as possible — and to suggest otherwise is potentially dangerous”.
No doubt, there are concerns about side effects and resistance to anti-virals, but at this point in time, it is not justified whatsoever to let them run the risk of fatal complications since more than 10% of mortality were from among previously healthy individuals. I repeat, the mistake is withholding anti-viral treatment for patients who deserve it. We have to be less stringent in our criteria to treat.
DR SAADIAH SULAIMAN,
Dermatologist,
Hospital Pakar Annur, Bangi.
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N.B : I am going to Klinik Mesra again to check on my flu and cough. I have finished one round of antibiotics but i am still having block nose .. cough. Right now I am breathing through my mouth. Both my nostrils are blocked!
THE current situation with regard to A(HINI) has compelled me to write this letter. The A (HINI) flu is a viral disease that is amenable to treatment if anti-virals are administered early. However, I feel that the recommendations for treatment by the Health Ministry are too tight.
A number of households within the past two weeks, especially those that are in contact with the public such as medical personnel, students and teachers, have had members of the family down with flu.
Any flu-like illness, especially among those already vaccinated with flu vaccine, within the last two weeks is most probably HINI unless proven otherwise.
The disease has become too widespread to be contained, and steps taken to prevent the spread may prove ineffective. Hence, the next option is to deal with the situation in the most appropriate manner. And that is to administer treatment to the appropriate group early.
Those who get the infection will become immune, and when enough of the population has acquired the infection and become immune, then we get herd immunity and the disease can be contained.
Looking at the symptoms, they are fairly consistent. Most of them start with sore throat and dry cough associated with fatigue and cold intolerance for a few days followed by cyclical fever which usually occurs in the evening. Watery runny nose occurs about one day after the onset of fever and is usually transient unless there is a secondary bacterial infection.
Some patients may have diarrhoea at this stage. Some have milder disease with low grade fever. Note that there is no bone or joint pain or severe headache as opposed to dengue, and that in dengue, there is usually no symptoms of runny nose.
While a nasal swab is helpful with the diagnosis, it has a high false negative rate, hence patients may be wrongly diagnosed. Therefore, clinical judgement is more important.
As we are all aware, the disease does not only cause fatality among the immuno-suppresed, but also healthy individuals, and if we follow closely, we will see that some of those who died had received outpatient treatment for flu prior to their death.
The current recommendation for treatment with anti-virals (http://h1n1.moh.gov.my/caseManagement.php) is too rigid and may be too late because the anti-viral is most effective if given within 48 hours of the onset of symptoms. Often, those who came early for treatment with flu-like illnesses were sent home with antibiotics which gave a false sense of security not only to the patient but also to the doctor.
According to the Health Ministry’s recommendations, if patients have no risk factor, they have to become moderately ill before they can be admitted and receive treatment with anti-virals. By that time it may be too late or the anti-viral may not be as effective or they may already be dead!
A few fatal cases were in fact relatively well at presentation but deteriorated very fast. Within hours the patient succumbed to the illness.
Patients who have high grade fever and are unwell for more than one day associated with flu-like illness should be given the option of receiving treatment with anti-virals.
The British Medical Journal research is correct to say that many people with swine flu only get mild symptoms, and they may find bed rest and over-the-counter flu remedies work for them.
“But for those who experience severe symptoms, the best scientific advice tells us that anti-virals should still be taken as soon as possible — and to suggest otherwise is potentially dangerous”.
No doubt, there are concerns about side effects and resistance to anti-virals, but at this point in time, it is not justified whatsoever to let them run the risk of fatal complications since more than 10% of mortality were from among previously healthy individuals. I repeat, the mistake is withholding anti-viral treatment for patients who deserve it. We have to be less stringent in our criteria to treat.
DR SAADIAH SULAIMAN,
Dermatologist,
Hospital Pakar Annur, Bangi.
-----
N.B : I am going to Klinik Mesra again to check on my flu and cough. I have finished one round of antibiotics but i am still having block nose .. cough. Right now I am breathing through my mouth. Both my nostrils are blocked!
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
I am now COBIT Foundation certified
I received this email today morning from ISACA.
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Dear Mrs.:
Congratulations on passing the CobiT® Foundation Exam! You received a passing score of 90. Your official score letter and COBIT Foundation Exam Certificate will be sent shortly via the postal service. Depending on your worldwide location, please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery.
Earning your CobiT® Foundation Certificate provides you with recognition that you have mastered Control Objectives for Information and related Technology (CobiT®) at the foundation level, and that you understand the principles, elements and recommended application of CobiT. With this certificate, you will be eligible to participate in higher-level offerings, such Implementing IT Governance Using CobiT and Val IT classroom course, workshops and conventions. To learn more about upcoming CobiT courses and events, please visit www.isaca.org.
Individuals who earn this certificate are allowed and encouraged to display the words COBIT Foundation Certificate on business cards, resumes or other documents and media where professional designations are appropriately used.
The certificate does not represent completion of requirements for a certification program. ISACA offers the Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT™ (CGEIT™) www.isaca.org/cgeit for individuals wishing to be recognized for their IT governance knowledge and experience.
Congratulations again on your achievement. I wish you much success as you continue to learn about CobiT and use it in your profession.
Best regards,
ISACA
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Dear Mrs.:
Congratulations on passing the CobiT® Foundation Exam! You received a passing score of 90. Your official score letter and COBIT Foundation Exam Certificate will be sent shortly via the postal service. Depending on your worldwide location, please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery.
Earning your CobiT® Foundation Certificate provides you with recognition that you have mastered Control Objectives for Information and related Technology (CobiT®) at the foundation level, and that you understand the principles, elements and recommended application of CobiT. With this certificate, you will be eligible to participate in higher-level offerings, such Implementing IT Governance Using CobiT and Val IT classroom course, workshops and conventions. To learn more about upcoming CobiT courses and events, please visit www.isaca.org.
Individuals who earn this certificate are allowed and encouraged to display the words COBIT Foundation Certificate on business cards, resumes or other documents and media where professional designations are appropriately used.
The certificate does not represent completion of requirements for a certification program. ISACA offers the Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT™ (CGEIT™) www.isaca.org/cgeit for individuals wishing to be recognized for their IT governance knowledge and experience.
Congratulations again on your achievement. I wish you much success as you continue to learn about CobiT and use it in your profession.
Best regards,
ISACA
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Ayman's 6month 2 week milestone
Mastered Skills (most 6 months can do)
• Turns toward sounds and voices
• Imitates sounds
• Rolls over in both directions
Emerging Skills (half of 6 months can do)
• Is ready for solid foods
• Sits without support
• Mouths objects
• Passes objects from hand to hand
Advanced Skilss (a few 6 months can do)
• Lunges forward or starts crawling
• Jabbers or combines syllables
• Drags objects toward himself
Well my son did all three skills!!! Awesome!!! He shuffles when he was 4 months old .. and starts lunging foward when he was 5 .. mastered crawling when he reached 6 ..yippeee...
• Turns toward sounds and voices
• Imitates sounds
• Rolls over in both directions
Emerging Skills (half of 6 months can do)
• Is ready for solid foods
• Sits without support
• Mouths objects
• Passes objects from hand to hand
Advanced Skilss (a few 6 months can do)
• Lunges forward or starts crawling
• Jabbers or combines syllables
• Drags objects toward himself
Well my son did all three skills!!! Awesome!!! He shuffles when he was 4 months old .. and starts lunging foward when he was 5 .. mastered crawling when he reached 6 ..yippeee...
Gifts from the Land of the Alps mountain .. Switzerland!!!!!
Today the family went to Ampang Park ... I need to open a debit card with Maybank.
After settling all the banking details and some shopping.. we had breakfast at Old Town...had brunch .. toast with butter and kaya. Now its 6.14 pm .. my stomach is making volcanic spurtsss (pedihhhhh...gass) ... I just put Ayman to bed...hehehe he'll wake up most probably at 5.00 am tomorrow .. again .. adehhhhh. Thank goodness I've been awake at 4 am ever since he arrived! Well back to the story ...
We arrived home at 1.00 pm and there's a box!!!! Saw those foreign language on the box and there it was .. from Prity Sharma !!! Another box full of presents naureen!! I yelled :-) The mother was more excited than the daughter. Opened the box and there's the stuff ...
1) a swiss cookoo clock (miniature)
2) sweat shirt with hood and pants for ayman
3) snoopy cap and socks cum shoes (never seen it here) for ayman
4) a hello kitty ballerina costume with matching shoes for naureen
5) A big bag with the following text "Frische Blumen gibt's bei blume 3000"- don't ask me okay.
6) a box of Lindt chocolates
7) a small bag of assorted milk, dark and hazelnut choc - i finished it...
8) a cow toy that moos and laugh like hell - saw one in you tube .. Lembu Gila
9) Fridge magnets and keychains and bells.
10)leggings, slippers and socks cum shoes for naureen.
11)a red bag with swiss flag on it.
Oh naureen went crazy as usual .. with all those goodies... :-) will snap a picture later.
To Pritss .. thanks a lot ... I wish I could've been there with ya .. saw your pics in FB .. it must've been a wonderful bizz trip!! Thanks for making it a DAY for our little ones .. especially naureen. Love you!!!!
After settling all the banking details and some shopping.. we had breakfast at Old Town...had brunch .. toast with butter and kaya. Now its 6.14 pm .. my stomach is making volcanic spurtsss (pedihhhhh...gass) ... I just put Ayman to bed...hehehe he'll wake up most probably at 5.00 am tomorrow .. again .. adehhhhh. Thank goodness I've been awake at 4 am ever since he arrived! Well back to the story ...
We arrived home at 1.00 pm and there's a box!!!! Saw those foreign language on the box and there it was .. from Prity Sharma !!! Another box full of presents naureen!! I yelled :-) The mother was more excited than the daughter. Opened the box and there's the stuff ...
1) a swiss cookoo clock (miniature)
2) sweat shirt with hood and pants for ayman
3) snoopy cap and socks cum shoes (never seen it here) for ayman
4) a hello kitty ballerina costume with matching shoes for naureen
5) A big bag with the following text "Frische Blumen gibt's bei blume 3000"- don't ask me okay.
6) a box of Lindt chocolates
7) a small bag of assorted milk, dark and hazelnut choc - i finished it...
8) a cow toy that moos and laugh like hell - saw one in you tube .. Lembu Gila
9) Fridge magnets and keychains and bells.
10)leggings, slippers and socks cum shoes for naureen.
11)a red bag with swiss flag on it.
Oh naureen went crazy as usual .. with all those goodies... :-) will snap a picture later.
To Pritss .. thanks a lot ... I wish I could've been there with ya .. saw your pics in FB .. it must've been a wonderful bizz trip!! Thanks for making it a DAY for our little ones .. especially naureen. Love you!!!!
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Want to win an LV Bag????
I found this link in one of my fav blog shop... come on and fill up the questionnaires .. and hopefully you'll win an LV Bag .. :P
Monday, June 29, 2009
COBIT Foundation training and exam
29th and 30th June : I'm attending the COBIT Foundation training and certification exam at Pink Elephant. The training is held at The Nomad, 26th Floor. Pergh... the second last floor of the ETIQA Twin Building. Today is my exam day at 3.00 pm and as usual i'm cramming my brain with loads of information (all 150 pages).
What is control?
control is define as to reduce incidences or severity of undesirable events to acceptable levels.
What is COBIT?
COBIT is Control Objective for Information related Technology! its an open framework of good practises designed to reduce undesirable events an increase the value of IT to the business.
BITA - Business to IT Alignment. IT supports business. IT goals must be aligned to the Organizations'/Business's Goals.
IT Challenges
-Keeping IT running
-value
-costs
-mastering complexity
-BITA
-Regulatory compliance
-security
What is COSO?
COSO is The Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. COSO is based on internal control. Its actually an initial report produced by the Treadway Commission. The Treadway Commission is a private-sector initiative called the National Commission on Fradulents Financial Reporting which was set up in 1985.
COBIT History?
-1st edition - audit tool created
-2nd edition - formally known as COBIT
-3rd edition - added management guidelines
-4th edition - added BITA
-4.1 edition - more improved and enhanced control objectives/Business and Management focus
Characteristic of a control framework (general framework)
-business focus
-process orientation
-general acceptability
-common language
-regulatory requirement
IT Governance is a part of entreprise governance.
Entreprise governance is a structure of relationships and processes designed to direct the entreprise towards achieving its goals.
IT resources needs to be managed by a set of naturally grouped processes - 4 domains ... which is build on the concept of Plan, Build, Run and Monitor.
IT governance integrates good practices to ensure IT supports the business objectives.
COBIT is IT Governance and an internal control framework!
What does IT Governance consists of?
-leadership
-organizational structures
-processes
Who is accountable/responsible for IT Governance?
-Executive Management
-Board of Directors
IT Governance institute (ITGI) owns the concept of IT Governance.
IT Governance is best described as the responsibility of executiveas and the Board of Directors and consists of leadership, organizational structures and processes that ensure that the entreprise's IT sustains and extends the organization's strategies and objectives.
COBIT is IT Governance. COBIT supports IT Governance by ensuring that:
-IT is aligned with the business (BITA)
-IT enables the business and maximize benefits (value delivery)
-IT resources are used responsibly
-IT risks are manages appropriately.
IT Governance Focus Area (5)
-Strategic Alignment
-Value Delivery
-Resource Management
-Risks Management
-Performance Management
What is control?
control is define as to reduce incidences or severity of undesirable events to acceptable levels.
What is COBIT?
COBIT is Control Objective for Information related Technology! its an open framework of good practises designed to reduce undesirable events an increase the value of IT to the business.
BITA - Business to IT Alignment. IT supports business. IT goals must be aligned to the Organizations'/Business's Goals.
IT Challenges
-Keeping IT running
-value
-costs
-mastering complexity
-BITA
-Regulatory compliance
-security
What is COSO?
COSO is The Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. COSO is based on internal control. Its actually an initial report produced by the Treadway Commission. The Treadway Commission is a private-sector initiative called the National Commission on Fradulents Financial Reporting which was set up in 1985.
COBIT History?
-1st edition - audit tool created
-2nd edition - formally known as COBIT
-3rd edition - added management guidelines
-4th edition - added BITA
-4.1 edition - more improved and enhanced control objectives/Business and Management focus
Characteristic of a control framework (general framework)
-business focus
-process orientation
-general acceptability
-common language
-regulatory requirement
IT Governance is a part of entreprise governance.
Entreprise governance is a structure of relationships and processes designed to direct the entreprise towards achieving its goals.
IT resources needs to be managed by a set of naturally grouped processes - 4 domains ... which is build on the concept of Plan, Build, Run and Monitor.
IT governance integrates good practices to ensure IT supports the business objectives.
COBIT is IT Governance and an internal control framework!
What does IT Governance consists of?
-leadership
-organizational structures
-processes
Who is accountable/responsible for IT Governance?
-Executive Management
-Board of Directors
IT Governance institute (ITGI) owns the concept of IT Governance.
IT Governance is best described as the responsibility of executiveas and the Board of Directors and consists of leadership, organizational structures and processes that ensure that the entreprise's IT sustains and extends the organization's strategies and objectives.
COBIT is IT Governance. COBIT supports IT Governance by ensuring that:
-IT is aligned with the business (BITA)
-IT enables the business and maximize benefits (value delivery)
-IT resources are used responsibly
-IT risks are manages appropriately.
IT Governance Focus Area (5)
-Strategic Alignment
-Value Delivery
-Resource Management
-Risks Management
-Performance Management
Friday, June 26, 2009
Penat shopping
Ok .. just got back from buying stuff for Naureen and Arshad at KLCC and Jusco AU2.
Yes! I got the Leapfrog for naureen. It costs me a bundle but its worth it!!!
Yes! I bought myself a DKNY Town & Country Tote bag .. (3x bayar) from kadieazlan.blogspot.com
Yes! I manage to find a nice present for my husband .. his officemate will be in awe .. heheh .. biasa la baju je.
Yes! Sudah tempah chocolates from Raiza.
So .. So .. party bag belum penuh .. I need to use up RM 25 Toys R Us coupon ASAP!
Here's the snap of the presents!!!
Yes! I got the Leapfrog for naureen. It costs me a bundle but its worth it!!!
Yes! I bought myself a DKNY Town & Country Tote bag .. (3x bayar) from kadieazlan.blogspot.com
Yes! I manage to find a nice present for my husband .. his officemate will be in awe .. heheh .. biasa la baju je.
Yes! Sudah tempah chocolates from Raiza.
So .. So .. party bag belum penuh .. I need to use up RM 25 Toys R Us coupon ASAP!
Here's the snap of the presents!!!
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Happy 34th Birthday to my dearest Husband
Today you're another year older.. I'm sorry I couldn't celebrate it with you.
It would've been great.. i mean wonderful to have all four us celebrating your birthday together like we used to.
Be happy my dearest husband .. do not fret .. as we will be reunited InsyaAllah.
Naureen wrote you a letter and draw a picture of us together! You, me, naureen and ayman. Its still with me. I will send it with the presents. I know you don't like me to spend too much on you but what can I do.. I love you too much :-). DO you remember your first birthday card from me? It was 7 years ago. I remembered flipping through the cards .. trying to find the right card for you. I chose friendship as at the time.. we didn't say the Love You'ss .. its just I'd like to be your friend .. funny. How you approached me.. eventhough it was only on the internet. How you tried to say that you like this girl whom you've never met .. and you would like to know her more. And you know what I said ? Come here and get to know me and my family... and there you were.. You came! You met my uncle and aunt .. do you remember the first time we met? Hah .. another funny story ..
I was worried .. what if you don't like me .. what if you have a change of heart.. I told you as much as who I am .. I do not want to pretend to be a person whom I am not.. I remember waiting at the International Arrival .. I was having panick attack.. do you know who I called? Siti Zarina.. I was on the phone with her .. she tried to calm me down telling me its okay and go meet you ... Then I saw you .. i was screaming on the phone.."What do I do?? What do I do Ina??? Ina said .. "GO AND MEET HIM"... Damn .. I was walking in circle in and outside the entrance .. how stupid can I be.. I took a deep breath .. off the phone .. went inside .. you were searching for me .. "The girl in the blue blouse" but I tricked you .. I was wearing PINK! You saw me smiled .. and I smiled back .. the rest was history.
Happy birthday dearest husband! .. I love you infinite much .. as you would text me "ILUIIIIIIIIM" .. same here babe .. ILUIIIIM too.
Here is a song dedicated just for you and me :-) .. love you sooo much . I got this from Rahiza's blog and fell in love with this song.
It would've been great.. i mean wonderful to have all four us celebrating your birthday together like we used to.
Be happy my dearest husband .. do not fret .. as we will be reunited InsyaAllah.
Naureen wrote you a letter and draw a picture of us together! You, me, naureen and ayman. Its still with me. I will send it with the presents. I know you don't like me to spend too much on you but what can I do.. I love you too much :-). DO you remember your first birthday card from me? It was 7 years ago. I remembered flipping through the cards .. trying to find the right card for you. I chose friendship as at the time.. we didn't say the Love You'ss .. its just I'd like to be your friend .. funny. How you approached me.. eventhough it was only on the internet. How you tried to say that you like this girl whom you've never met .. and you would like to know her more. And you know what I said ? Come here and get to know me and my family... and there you were.. You came! You met my uncle and aunt .. do you remember the first time we met? Hah .. another funny story ..
I was worried .. what if you don't like me .. what if you have a change of heart.. I told you as much as who I am .. I do not want to pretend to be a person whom I am not.. I remember waiting at the International Arrival .. I was having panick attack.. do you know who I called? Siti Zarina.. I was on the phone with her .. she tried to calm me down telling me its okay and go meet you ... Then I saw you .. i was screaming on the phone.."What do I do?? What do I do Ina??? Ina said .. "GO AND MEET HIM"... Damn .. I was walking in circle in and outside the entrance .. how stupid can I be.. I took a deep breath .. off the phone .. went inside .. you were searching for me .. "The girl in the blue blouse" but I tricked you .. I was wearing PINK! You saw me smiled .. and I smiled back .. the rest was history.
Happy birthday dearest husband! .. I love you infinite much .. as you would text me "ILUIIIIIIIIM" .. same here babe .. ILUIIIIM too.
Here is a song dedicated just for you and me :-) .. love you sooo much . I got this from Rahiza's blog and fell in love with this song.
Way Back Into Love
by Hugh Grant And Haley Bennett
I've been living with a shadow overhead
I've been sleeping with a cloud above my bed
I've been lonely for so long
Trapped in the past
I just can't seem to move on
I've been hiding all my hopes and dreams away
Just in case I ever need them again someday
I've been setting aside time
To clear a little space in the corners of my mind
All I want to do is find a way back into love
I can't make it through without a way back into love
Oh oh oh
I've been watching but the stars refuse to shine
I've been searching but I just don't see the signs
I know that it's out there
There's got to be something for my soul somewhere
I've been looking for someone to shed some light
Not somebody just to get me through the night
I could use some direction
And I'm open to your suggestions
All I want to do is find a way back into love
I can't make it through without a way back into love
And if I open my heart again
I guess I'm hoping you'll be there for me in the end
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
There are moments when I don't know if it's real
Or if anybody feels the way I feel
I need inspiration
Not just another negotiation
All I want to do is find a way back into love
I can't make it through without a way back into love
And if I open my heart to you
I'm hoping you'll show me what to do
And if you help me to start again
You know that I'll be there for you in the end
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
by Hugh Grant And Haley Bennett
I've been living with a shadow overhead
I've been sleeping with a cloud above my bed
I've been lonely for so long
Trapped in the past
I just can't seem to move on
I've been hiding all my hopes and dreams away
Just in case I ever need them again someday
I've been setting aside time
To clear a little space in the corners of my mind
All I want to do is find a way back into love
I can't make it through without a way back into love
Oh oh oh
I've been watching but the stars refuse to shine
I've been searching but I just don't see the signs
I know that it's out there
There's got to be something for my soul somewhere
I've been looking for someone to shed some light
Not somebody just to get me through the night
I could use some direction
And I'm open to your suggestions
All I want to do is find a way back into love
I can't make it through without a way back into love
And if I open my heart again
I guess I'm hoping you'll be there for me in the end
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
There are moments when I don't know if it's real
Or if anybody feels the way I feel
I need inspiration
Not just another negotiation
All I want to do is find a way back into love
I can't make it through without a way back into love
And if I open my heart to you
I'm hoping you'll show me what to do
And if you help me to start again
You know that I'll be there for you in the end
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Monday, June 15, 2009
Oh my DHL?!! Computerized or manual .. sometimes screw up just happens!
My husband sent an email on 11th June . He said he had sent a gift for naureen via DHL and gave me the tracking number.
On June 12, he sent me another email ... the package was sent to London instead of Kuala Lumpur. Wow ... isn't that crazy .. DHL screwed up! Instead of getting it this week ... I bet its going to arrive by end of this week instead of today.
This is sooooo funny!
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Time
Location
Arrived at Sort Facility London-Heathrow - UK
17:29
London-Heathrow - UK
Departed Facility in Lambeth - UK
15:09
Lambeth - UK
Friday, June 12, 2009
Shipment arrived at incorrect facility. Sent to correct destination
12:46
London-Heathrow - UK
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Shipment picked up
11:19
Jubail - Saudi Arabia
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Le Bec Sucre Part Deux
Well we waited and waited for hours for my sis from her baking expedition with sharifah.
At 7.00 pm she arrived home from Kota Damansara and here's the result!!! ANIMALICIOUS!!!
I went downstairs and ate the Owl cupcake .. sedap I tell you!
At 7.00 pm she arrived home from Kota Damansara and here's the result!!! ANIMALICIOUS!!!
I went downstairs and ate the Owl cupcake .. sedap I tell you!
Monday, June 8, 2009
Le bec Sucre ..
Its french .. I asked Hanim "What does it mean?" .."Who thought of it"
Its meaning .. the french baker .. oh and why? To describe their passion of baking cakes and cupcakes..
Hanim and Sharifah's new business blog .. http://lebecsucre.blogspot.com
Both of them bake delicious cake .. and both of them are crazy about cupcakes.
I'm not sure about Sharifah but Hanim was selling cake since she graduated from UTM. It was on the side business...whenever she's free she'll bake cakes .. gets orders from my friends .. from the parents of her students .. and now at her workplace..
Sharifah ... sells her delicious food during Ramadhan.. somewhere in PJ or Shah Alam .. I don't remember but her shepherds pie sold like hot cakes .. DORIS .. its her husband's recipe you know .. both husband and wife loves to cook!!!
Anyways they are trying to get a stall in Setapak to kick off their cupcake business .. here is some samples of their product which they baked and decorated last 2 week .. This week they are going to bake again~
Its meaning .. the french baker .. oh and why? To describe their passion of baking cakes and cupcakes..
Hanim and Sharifah's new business blog .. http://lebecsucre.blogspot.com
Both of them bake delicious cake .. and both of them are crazy about cupcakes.
I'm not sure about Sharifah but Hanim was selling cake since she graduated from UTM. It was on the side business...whenever she's free she'll bake cakes .. gets orders from my friends .. from the parents of her students .. and now at her workplace..
Sharifah ... sells her delicious food during Ramadhan.. somewhere in PJ or Shah Alam .. I don't remember but her shepherds pie sold like hot cakes .. DORIS .. its her husband's recipe you know .. both husband and wife loves to cook!!!
Anyways they are trying to get a stall in Setapak to kick off their cupcake business .. here is some samples of their product which they baked and decorated last 2 week .. This week they are going to bake again~
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