Nilai 3 - part of wedding preparation

We went twice to Nilai 3 in a space of 24 hours last weekend! It's not only a haven for Raya shoppers but also for the brides and bridegrooms-to-be + the planners. I'd like to mention 2 shops that we visited.
First, the Baryali Carpet. Layers and layers of carpets were stacked from the front till the end of the shop which comprised of two shop units I think. Some were hung on the wall. Sizes vary too --plus the the range of prices-- with the low-end to the high-end. When asked of the origin of the carpets the answers were, 'Ini dari China', 'Belgium' or 'Turki'. I left the shop after my sister bought two carpets and after two bouts of sneezing!!
For the second shop...KK Home Decor. This must be the shop for English decor lovers! You have flowers, mugs, plates, drawers, vases... you just name it! And the prices were I think just right. Some items are cheaper than the other shops too. So to those planning to visit Nilai 3, a word of advice, go early or you'll have to drive around to find a parking space.
Just one more thing to add. The road to Nilai 3 is considered ok except for the fact that the white lines (painted on the road) are not visible anymore. Feel that something should be done by the authority just like what had been done on the road at Arab Malaysian Industrial area and in Taman Semarak.

Part of a Wedding Plan

Planning for a wedding is not for the faint hearted. Lots are to be done in making things go smoothly on the big day. Preparations start as early as possible making sure even the smallest details are covered.

We are involved in preparing a wedding kenduri for our sister which is to take place at our home. Hubby started searching for a caterer once the date is set. The one he contacted declined since his workers will be on leave (the date falls on the 4th of Syawal) but fortunately he suggested another caterer. Alhamdulillah, this caterer agrees! Impressive, with 3 sets of menu to choose from, 'set makan pengantin', tables and chairs (which one? plastic or the banquet chairs...with or without the chair covers? but of course the price varies), tents.... There'll try to get the best things for you. As a matter of fact, the word is if you've the money, the more lavish you can have your wedding kenduri. But isn't the word moderate the 'in' word now. Yes, my sister and ayah will need to work within the budget set and we'll confirm with the caterer next week.

Menahan lapar dan dahaga?

Berpuasa tidak hanya menahan dari lapar dan dahaga tetapi lebih dari itu. Mungkin untuk anak2 kecil, itulah yang mereka fahami, namun semakin meningkat usia seharusnya pesepsi itu berubah. Sesungguhnya puasa hanyalah untuk yang Maha Esa dan hanya Dialah yang berhak membalas segala usaha yang telah hambaNya lakukan semasa Ramadan.

Banyak kelebihan Ramadan. Antaranya solat sunat Tarawikh. Yang memeningkan kepala anak bongsu ialah mengapa pula harus solat witir. Persoalan ini sering diajukan walaupun tarawikh tidak menimbulkan masalah untuknya! Witir itu penutup solat malam, itu jawapan yang diberikan, ditambah dengan hal-hal berkaitan.

Malam ini, malam ke-10 solat Tarawikh. Antara kelebihannya ialah - Allah SWT akan mengurniakan kebaikan di dunia dan akhirat.

Salam Ramadan.