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Lemon Grass (Sarai nya urang tani)

2009-04-09T21:05:00.005+08:00

Fresh Lemon Grass Drink Causes Apoptosis to Cancer Cells

(apoptosis) noun: a type of cell death in which the cell uses specialized cellular machinery to kill itself; a cell suicide mechanism that enables metazoans to control cell number and eliminate cells that threaten the animal's survival.

A drink with as little as one gram of lemon grass contains enough citral to prompt cancer cells to commit suicide in the test tube.

Israeli researchers find way to make cancer cells self-destruct
- Ben Gurion University

At first, Benny Zabidov, an Israeli agriculturalist who grows greenhouses full of lush spices on a pastoral farm in Kfar Yedidya in the Sharon region, couldn't understand why so many cancer patients from around the country were showing up on his doorstep asking for fresh lemon grass. It turned out that their doctors had sent them. 'They had been told to drink eight glasses of hot water with fresh lemon grass steeped in it on the days that they went for their radiation and chemotherapy treatments,' Zabidov told ISRAEL21c. 'And this is the place you go to in Israel for fresh lemon grass.'

It all began when researchers at Ben Gurion University of the Negev discovered last year that the lemon aroma in herbs like lemon grass kills cancer cells in vitro, while leaving healthy cells unharmed. The research team was led by Dr. Rivka Ofir and Prof. Yakov Weinstein, incumbent of the Albert Katz Chair in Cell-Differentiatio n and Malignant Diseases, from the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at BGU.

Citral is the key component that gives the lemony aroma and taste in several herbal plants such as lemon grass (Cymbopogon citratus), melissa (Melissa officinalis) and verbena (Verbena officinalis. )

According to Ofir, the study found that citral causes cancer cells to 'commit suicide: using apoptosis, a mechanism called programmed cell death.' A drink with as little as one gram of lemon grass contains enough citral to prompt the cancer cells to commit suicide in the test tube.

The BGU investigators checked the influence of the citral on cancerous cells by adding them to both cancerous cells and normal cells that were grown in a petri dish. The quantity added in the concentrate was equivalent to the amount contained in a cup of regular tea using one gram of lemon herbs in hot water. While the citral killed the cancerous cells, the normal cells remained unharmed.

The findings were published in the scientific journal Planta Medica, which highlights research on alternative and herbal remedies. Shortly afterwards, the discovery was featured in the popular Israeli press.

Why does it work? Nobody knows for certain, but the BGU scientists have a theory. 'In each cell in our body, there is a genetic program which causes programmed cell death. When something goes wrong, the cells divide with no control and become cancer cells. In normal cells, when the cell discovers that the control system is not operating correctly - for example, when it recognizes that a cell contains faulty genetic material following cell division - it triggers cell death,' explains Weinstein. 'This research may explain the medical benefit of these herbs.'

The success of their research led them to the conclusion that herbs containing citral may be consumed as a preventative measure against certain cancerous cells. As they learned of the BGU findings in the press, many physicians in Israel began to believe that while the research certainly needed to be explored further, in the meantime it would be advisable for their patients, who were looking for any possible tool to fight their condition, to try to harness the cancer-destroying properties of citral.

That's why Zabidov's farm - the only major grower of fresh lemon grass in Israel - has become a pilgrimage destination for these patients. Luckily, they found themselves in sympathetic hands. Zabidov greets visitors with a large kettle of aromatic lemon grass tea, a plate of cookies, and a supportive attitude. 'My father died of cancer, and my wife's sister died young because of cancer,' said Zabidov. 'So I understand what they are dealing with. And I may not know anything about medicine, but I'm a good listener. And so they tell me about their expensive painful treatments and what they've been through. I would never tell them to stop being treated, but it's great that they are exploring alternatives and drinking the lemon grass tea as well.'

Zabidov knew from a young age that agriculture was his calling. At age 14, he enrolled in the Kfar Hayarok Agricultural high school. After his army service, he joined an idealistic group which headed south, in the Arava desert region, to found a new moshav (agricultural settlement) called Tsofar. 'We were very successful; we raised fruits and vegetables, and,' he notes with a smile, 'We raised some very nice children.'

On a trip to Europe in the mid-80s, he began to become interested in herbs. Israel , at the time, was nothing like the trend-conscious cuisine-oriented country it is today, and the only spices being grown commercially were basics like parsley, dill, and coriander. Wandering in the Paris market, looking at the variety of herbs and spices, Zabidov realized that there was a great export potential in this niche. He brought samples back home with him, 'which was technically illegal,' he says with a guilty smile, to see how they would grow in his desert greenhouses. Soon, he was growing basil, oregano, tarragon, chives, sage, marjoram and melissa, and mint just to name a few.

His business began to outgrow his desert facilities, and so he decided to move north, settling in the moshav of Kfar Yedidya, an hour and a half north of Tel Aviv. He is now selling 'several hundred kilos' of lemon grass per week, and has signed with a distributor to package and put it in health food stores. Zabidov has taken it upon himself to learn more about the properties of citral, and help his customers learn more, and has invited medical experts to his farm to give lectures about how the citral works and why.

He also felt a responsibility to know what to tell his customers about its use. 'When I realized what was happening, I picked up the phone and called Dr. Weinstein at Ben-Gurion University , because these people were asking me exactly the best way to consume the citral. He said to put the loose grass in hot water, and drink about eight glasses each day.'

Zabidov is pleased by the findings, not simply because it means business for his farm, but because it might influence his own health. Even before the news of its benefits were demonstrated, he and his family had been drinking lemon grass in hot water for years, 'just because it tastes good.'

DST Open Day Carnival (Day 3)

2008-11-17T21:09:00.002+08:00

Breakfast at DST Hq canteen, Aida & Hanna

Guess, who is the eldest amongst them.

Ain having breakfast at DST Hq canteen

Bouncer time.....

People gathered to experience the flying fox game

Kids Coloring contest at DST multi-purpose hall vicinity

Herni of DST the sharpener master...

Kids and families for the coloring contest

Hero standing in front of DST Hq main building

Kids with Ideal mascot...Hero wondering who is behind the mascot...

Astro celebrities posing in front of Fascom Booth

Astro celebrities in action

Horse back riding by Aida

Hanna waiting for her turn...

Too focused or scared?

Ain on horse back riding

Special guest of the day, jeng jeng jeng: DJ Keejah Hubbys' pet

I give a shot over my nerve, heheheh

Danish with Mickey backdrop

Danish with Sponge bob backdrop

Danish new geng(Amirul), tapi malu-malu tia plang hehehe

End of The Carnival Stories

DST Open Day Carnival (Day 2)

2008-11-15T23:13:00.001+08:00

FasCom Souvenir

Muhammad Danish Ayman Carnival Day Out

@ FasCom Booth

Level 2 lift

Wondering @ sumthing dear Danish

Another 3 hours to go babah...eheheheh

Danish in action 1

Danish in action 2

Photo courtesy of Noriza Ahmad
lalah deh loh

Another photo courtesy of Noriza AhmadHero with Reza AF3

Mamanya with her favourite DJ, DJ Yanti of KFM

L - R : DJ Hanna, Vj Utt, DJ Jenny, DJ Hany, & DJ Keejah(Rambut aja)

Crowds of people spectating ESPN celebrities

Hani@ Astro d Ria.... wachaaaa in d' Carnival

Band of brothers

L- R: Roger, Pak Malan, & Gue

Another crowd view

End Of Part 2

The Fact About Lady Finger

2008-11-15T10:13:00.006+08:00

Please note that another name for Lady Finger (Bhindi ) is " OKRA ".

It was on the TV program, it teach us on how to fight diabetes i.e by consuming lady finger. It is very useful to control blood sugar level and to keep you away from usual drugs medication.

Its just simple, take two pieces of Lady Finger (Bhindi) and remove/ cut both ends of each piece. Also put a small cut in the middle and put these two pieces in glass of water. Cover the glass and keep it at room tempreature overnight. Early morning, before breakfast simply remove the lady finger( bhindi) from the glass and drink it well.

Keep doing this on a daily basis. Within two weeks, you will see a remarkable results in reduction of your blood sugar level.

Please try it, InsyAllah no harm happen to you even if it does not do much good to you.

Thanks to Kalip_kalip to share this info.

DST Open Day Carnival (Day 1)

2008-11-14T23:11:00.003+08:00

Our hardworking Models...heheheh(Bepanas, Beujan & Beambun)Sponge Bob @ OntheGo DST web portal

532@Kasum@ Dzul at 3g experience center

Hj. Aji & me

Almost ready for the show...

Kristal Astro Booth

Now we are ready for the Open Day Carnival

Stage from audience view..belakang sekali ni...

Dzul, HTOF & Me after the Grand Launching By the Minister Of Communication

The Fabulous twin & C Gondol hehehe...Awg. Harpan pun ada inter frame

Loyal DST supporters, patient on the ques

OntheGo Lucky Dip section

People are willing to ques for a log time just to get the promo items...chep loh
And i bet its more then the first 100 unit being released and sold, especially the $599(Acer 4920 bundle with modem/prepaid broadband)...macam pisang panas yooo. Ada yang sampai membali 10 units ani bah. What gonna happen tomorrow!!

Loyal customers and visitors willing to park their vehicles far from the Carnival Area

Full house

Like I know this person hehehe, Andy from ESPN Nokia Football Crazy. He promise to telecast my video for his next week show. Liat saja tah show nya next week!!

Go Roger and Andy

Go Kasum & Andy

Ok, this lady mess up with the wrong guy hehehehe.. she challenge me on this particular game that really master on...moving cat fish(Ikan Kali) as much as possible within a specific time...

Well to tell the truth, she got 2...i was On the Go for number 8 hihihi. But its only for fun..no harm done :) The secret , I managed to blackmail those cat fish earlier on hehehe...mun inda jinak ku salai kamu heheheh. No lah, there is a trick of doing that.

Staff and working committee having a dinner break before the Carnival resume after Isyak Prayer

Napa roger...

Reza of Pop Quiz, MDA of FasCom hehehe, & siapa ni ah?

Ada tangkai, ada...?

Ada buahnya lah :) ani kira iklan saja, this is not part of the DST carnival. But i got it just after the DST carnival ended. ps: On the way balik singgah sekajap rah rumah sis Alai di lambak, cos ada kiriman dari kampung. Infact bukan ani saja. Tarap, tampoi and rembutan pun ada. Tapi sori ah, sedikit ganya. Barang siapa yang tais liur please make your order...mine are not for sale, di kampong maybe ada bejual tu

END OF PART 1

DST Open Day Carnival

2008-11-13T21:01:00.006+08:00

Dear All DST Loyal Customers, you all are invited to our very own DST Open Day Carnival held at DST Headquaters from 14th - 16th Nov 2008 . Don't miss this once in a live time experience, presented by DST Group. Watch out the promo!!! See you there.

FASCOM BOOTH PREPARATION

My Die Cast Model

2008-11-02T10:00:00.004+08:00

Anywhere, not to let down my dear friend BDC, here are few collections of mine for me to share with. Sori bro BDC, inda seberapa ganya. To Roger: Mana satu yang kan di masuk kan dalam garage abiskita ah...heheheh. Any sort of statements & descriptions against the nature of its origin(the diecast model), please & do please correct me. Enjoy viewing.

1st on the list, EVO mmm...evo berapa ah?(pls updates me on this....anyone?hehehe)

2nd on the list, Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 Roadster

3rd on the list, Nissan Skyline GTR R34 GT Touring car

4th on the list, Dodge Viper GTS

5th on the list, Subaru WRX Wagon

6th on the list, Holden HOSV clubsport

7th on the list, CLS55 F1 Safety Car

8th on the list, BMW Z8

9th on the list, BMW Z4

10th on the list, Viper SRT10

11th on the list, Mazda RX8

12th on the list, Mini Copper

13th on the list, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette

Another Melamine Story

2008-11-01T16:51:00.007+08:00

Too much melamine found in popular biscuits

KUALA LUMPUR : Health Minister Datuk Liow Tiong Lai said 18 out of 47 Khong Guan and Khian Guan biscuit products have excessive levels of melamine .
The products have been ordered to be removed from the shelves immediately, he said.
A number of food products in Malaysia are being tested following the melamine-tainted China milk scare and those that have melamine levels above the permissible 2.5 parts per million have been ordered off the shelves.

The Fact About Petai

2008-11-01T16:34:00.006+08:00

For us to share with, thanks Babu Rabiah for the info.

ADVICE FROM UKM MEDICAL DOCTOR

Little did you know...... after reading THIS, you'll NEVER look at petai in the same way again!

Petai contains three natural sugars -sucrose, fructose and glucose. Combined with fiber, petai gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy. Research has proved that just two servings of petai provide enough energy for a strenuous 90-minute wor kout. No wonder petai is the number one fruit with the world's leading athletes. But energy isn't the only way petai can help us keep fit. It can also help overcome or prevent a substantial number of illnesses and conditions, making it a must to add to our daily diet.

Depression:
According to a recent survey undertaken by MIND among people suffering from depression, many felt much better after eating petai. This is because petai contain tryptophan, a type of protein that the body converts into serotonin, known to make you relax, improve your mood and generally make you feel happier.

PMS(premenstrual syndrome):
Forget the pills - eat petai. The vitamin B6 it contains regulates blood glucose levels, which can affect your mood.

Anaemia:
High in iron, petai can stimulate the production of haemoglobin in the blood and so helps in cases of anaemia.

Blood Pressure:
This unique tropical fruit is extremely high in potassium yet low in salt, making it perfect to beat blood pressure. So much so, the US Food and Drug Administration has just allowed the petai industry to make official claims for the fruit's ability to reduce the risk of blood pressure and stroke.

Brain Power :
200 students at a Twickenham (Middlesex) school were helped through their exams this year by eating petai at breakfast, break, and lunch in a bid to boost their brain power. Research has shown that the potassium-packed fruit can assist learning by making pupils more alert.

Constipation:
High in fiber, including petai in the diet can help restore normal bowel action, helping to overcome the problem without resorting to laxatives.

Hangovers:
One of the quickest ways of curing a hangover is to make a petai milkshake, sweetened with honey. The petai calms the stomach and, with the help of the honey, builds up depleted blood sugar levels, while the milk soothes and re-hydrates your system.

Heartburn:
Petai has a natural antacid effect in the body, so if you suffer from heartburn, try eating petai for soothing relief.

Morning Sickness :
Snacking on petai between meals helps to keep blood sugar levels up and avoid morning sickness.

Mosquito bites :
Before reaching for the insect bite cream, try rubbing the affected area with the inside of the petai skin. Many people find it amazingly successful at reducing swelling and irritation.

Nerves:
Petai is high in B vitamins that help calm the nervous system.

Overweight:
Studies at the Institute of Psychology in Austria found pressure at work leads to gorging on comfort food like chocolate and crisps. Looking at 5,000 hospital patients, researchers found the most obese were more likely to be in high-pressure jobs. The report c oncluded that, to avoid panic-induced food cravings, we need to control our blood sugar levels by snacking on high carbohydrate foods every two hours to keep levels steady.

Ulcers:
Petai is used as the dietary food against intestinal disorders because of its soft texture and smoothness. It is the only raw fruit that can be eaten without distress in over-chronicler cases. It also neutralizes over-acidity and reduces irritation by coating the lining of the stomach.

Temperature control :
Many other cultures see petai as a 'cooling' fruit that can lower both the physical and emotional temperature of expectant mothers. In Holland, for example, pregnant women eat petai to ensure their baby is born with a cool temperature.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) :
Petai can help SAD sufferers because they contain the natural mood enhancer, tryptophan.

Smoking:
Petai can also help people trying to give up smoking. The B6, B12 they contain, as well as the potassium and magnesium found in them, help the body recover from the effects of nicotine withdrawal.

Stress:
Potassium is a vital mineral, which helps normalize the heartbeat, sends oxygen to the brain and regulates your body's water balance. When we are stressed, our metabolic rate rises, thereby reducing our potassium levels. These can be rebalanced with the help of a high-potassium petai snack.

Strokes:
According to research in 'The New England Journal of Medicine, ' eating petai as part of a regular diet can cut the risk of death by strokes by as much as 40%'.

Warts:
Those keen on natural alternatives swear that if you want to kill off a wart, take a piece of petai and place it on the wart. Carefully hold the petai in place with a plaster or surgical tape!

So, as you can see, petai really is a natural remedy for many ills. When you compare it to an apple, it has four times the protein, twice the carbohydrates, three times the phosphorus, five times the vitamin A and iron, and twice the other vitamins and minerals. It is also rich in potassium and is one of the best value foods around.. So maybe its time to change that well-known phrase so that we say, 'A Petai a day keeps the doctor away'.

DST Group Corporate Hari Raya Celebration

2008-10-29T19:10:00.002+08:00

On the 29th Oct 2008 correspondence to 28 Syawal 1429H, DST Group of companies held an appreciation Hari Raya Celebration with Corporate customers/clients/counterparts. Though it was a last minute event planned by DST Group of companies, the outcome is such a successful one. For me, I involved on the protocol side cum penyambut tetamu & mmm...eating companion hehehe. Inti sari acara adalah seperti berikut:

Date: 29th Oct 2008 - Wednesday
Venue: DST Hq Lvl 12 & 13
Time: 10:00am - 3:00pm
Caterer : i-Lotus restaurant & Aminah Arif (Ambuyat speciality yooo)
Invitation: 400+

The set-up @ LVL 12

The set-up @ LVL 13 - VVIP area

Level 12 view, from Level 13

The reception entrance

The door gift

Spot my car...

ps: Inda lagi tekanang mengambar the F&B, the guests and others yang related to the event. Such a great crowd, pleasant food and convenient atmosphere. All photos courtesy of N79 phone camera.

Another Splendid 2008 Raya

2008-10-19T19:45:00.009+08:00

Function: Hari Raya Celebration Venue: Istana Nurul Iman (Dewan Promenade) Date: 19th Oct 2008 Time: 2.00pm - 5.00pm

The beginning...lurus kah ni?

THE FOOD & BEVERAGES

Rancau mata meliat makanan yg banyak & nyaman-nyaman, only around 10% saja yg sampat ku mengambar. The rest like Japanese cuisine (Basar Tempura udangnya), satay, salmon, ice cream, ABC etc slurrrrpppp...apanya urg putih, finger licking..hehehe

THE GIFT

Menjunjung kashi Kehadapan YTM Pg.Anak Puteri Hjh. Majeedah NB & YAM Pg. Anak Khairul Khalil Diatas Kesudian Menjemput Abis Peramba Serta Keluarga Berkunjung Ziarah Berhari Raya. Selamat Hari Raya Maaf Zahir Dan Batin

AiTi Hari Raya Open Office

2008-10-10T22:17:00.002+08:00

Last week (Friday the 10th of October) we were being invited for the Hari Raya open house organized by AiTi. So apa lagi, me & the the Tech Ops team pun beraya lah. Not forgetting our ex-boss(HMR7775) pun turut serta.

The food...mmm marvelous...nyaman2 kali ah, macam-macam tedapat. Tapi yang paling kami cekik rah part barbecue(Ada lamb chop, kebab from sugar & spice:panas2 lagi tu, satay). Menyimbat nasi bryani & minuman plus desert saja kami d dalam kem ber aircond ah..we enjoy the open air atmosphere..dakat with lamb chop grill area heheheh.

Door gift upon arrival at AiTi entrance area and greets by the host

My first main course

Me & HMR

2nd course...hehehe kambing lagi...

Kasum, Abu Sayap, & Udang

Chicken Kebab from sugar & spice

Alhamdullilah, thanks to the generosity and hospitality of AiTi staffs & personnel for inviting us on their Hari Raya open office. Next year jangan lupa invite kami lagi ah?

End

2008 6th Day of Raya

2008-10-07T23:00:00.003+08:00

Keberangkatan YTM Princess Hajah Majeedah & YAM Pg. Anak Khairul Khalil

(Malangnya pic yang d snap inda berapa clear, nyasal ku nda pakai sony handy cam hehehe)

Kami Sekeluarga Menjunjung Kasih Atas Keberangkatan YTM Princess Hjh. Majeedah & YAM Pg. Anak Khairul Khalil Kerana Berkesudian BerHari Raya Di Kediaman Abis Peramba, Selamat Hari Raya Maaf Zahir Dan Batin.

PS: To Bro Sham, Nice Acting hehehhe..u owe me ah(Bila Datang Beraya sama pebinian?). Dan inda kelupahan jua kami ucapkan Selamat Hari Raya to the rest of the entourage, Maaf Zahir Dan Batin.

DST Hari Raya Gathering

2008-10-06T20:44:00.001+08:00

The 1st working day for DST Group Of Companies was on the 5th day of raya. All staff are required to attend our company Hari Raya gathering which was held at DST Headquarters Level 12. This year theme was 'Perkampungan Raya DST Group' and chaired by Ustaz Hj. Mohd. Hanafi. The celebration kick-off at 2 pm. Staff's came as early as 115pm for lucky draw registration. This year...no luck at all for FasCom team..alhamdullilah, kanyang makan syukur tah.

Congrats and well done to this year organizing committe for the success of this annugaral event held in conjunction of 1429H Hari Raya. You guys creates such a marvelous lively air and environment for this year Hari Raya Celebration...ada kelainan yoooo

At last...ada jua mua kamu wang's, Kasum & Abu Sayap

L-R: Boss Suhaimi, Taiko Christ, Paul, Roger & MDA
Picture courtesy of A/X P1 SE Phone camera

The crowd

Incomming staff, Hizul a.k.a Maradonna(Standing)

Another crowd

Awang Muslim & Hj. Ismawi sharing thier childhood raya experience, while H.M Kamil & Hj. Safar listening to thier stories. And Mr.Paul (Headaceh)
L-R: Awang Muslim, HM Kamil, Hj. Ismawi, Hj. Safar, & Paul

COO whispering to our Chairman, psssst...cukup kah green packet ni? makin ramai urang datang ni...

Another picture of kasum, Abu Sayap, & Roger. Mr. Paul(Still Headache)

Ustaz Hj. Mohd. Hanafi son, reciting surah from the quran

Siapa2 ada gambar yang mau di share kan dlm post ani, just drop me a msg on my cbox..insyallah akan diusahakan untuk di publishkan dlm blog ani...

PS: Segala cerita bergambar(dailog yang dibuat) adalah rekaan semata-mata bagi menambahkan lagi seri intisari posting ani...mohon seribu kemaafan, Selamat Hari Raya, Maaf Zahir & Batin

END

2008 3rd Raya ver.2

2008-10-04T23:47:00.001+08:00

House no.5: Paci Ali residence

The infamous Uncle Ali (C)

Apa tu? Paci Ali residence

Another creativity shown at Uncle Ali House, our hero wondering on it!!
Electrical DB being decorated by magnetic stuff

House no.6: Uncle Narawi @Paci Punggut residence

Paci Punggut himself

Any comments on the layout, mmm nice view indeeds

Grrrrrr...gula2 lagi hehehe

House no.7 : Hjh. Chi residence
First cousin of the late father in-law

Babu Hjh. Chi greets us

Pehin & Family, Babu Hjh. Chi residence

Photo of memento with Babu Hjh. Chi

House no.8: Kak Siti residence, Seria

Mari kita minum Pehin...

Last house at Kuala Belait being ramped, kak Siti residence.

End of part II

2008 3rd Raya ver.1

2008-10-04T23:45:00.009+08:00

On the 3rd day of Raya, Hjh.Habibah families and Labuan contingent pay hari raya visit to various distance relatives reside at Kuala Belait . Initial agreement, our focal meeting point is at Roslan residence, Jerudong. As usual, there is a slight delay on the program...mmmm(inda macam taun lapas)memang di jangkakan jua lah. Ada last minute changes, cos Abg. Hamdan & Noy Family nda belaku turut, as a replacement the eldest daughter of Hamdan's family i.e. Lyss & family join us. Nevertheless we managed to set off from Roslan residence around 11.30am, after a short briefs on program schedule. Below are summary of people for KB Hari Raya rampage..hahahah

MDA - Family of 6 + Mama + Amah
Amran - Family of 6
Roslan - Family of 5 (absentee:Arif)
Lyss - Family of 3 + Amah
Labuan delegates - 3

Total of 26 peoples of 12 adults & 14 children's. Targeted area are as follows:

Geng Mama masa naik Haji - Perpindahan Bukit Beruang, Tutong
Abang Joe@Juming@Abu - Perpindahan Mumong, KB
Tangah Intan Residence - Perpindahan Kg. Pandan, KB
Suraya Residence - Seria
Uncle Ali Residence - Perpindahan Rakyat Jati, Seria
Uncle Hj. Narawi@Uncle Punggut - Perpindahan Rakyat Jati, Seria
Hjh. Chi - Perpindahan Rakyat Jati, Seria
Kak Siti - Seria

Additional residence only ramped by MDA & Amran Families + Labuan contingent:

Tangah Husaini - Perpindahan Rimba
Kak Ramlah - Beribi

Last family standing hehehe, MDA family and Labuan contingent managed to wrap up the day with the last house visited at Babu Dayang residence, Kiarong. All in all 11 houses plus 1(Roslan@ Jerudong) being visited, which bring to a grand total of 12 houses & 12 hrs of productive Hari Raya Time...kanyang berabiz bahhhh....

Third Raya activities photos folows.......

Early breakfast at Roslan residence, Jerudong
L-R: Kak Leha, Ain, Hanna, & Aida

Aida entertaining Adam

Adam with MDA's Wife

A must Simpang to remember, Perpindahan Bukit Beruang

House no. 1: Geng Mum in-law residence, Bukit Beruang

House no. 2: Abg. Joe, Mumong

Abg. Joe Family
L-R: Abg.Joe, Bebeh, Eyah, & Kak Dk

MDA family photo session, Abg. Joe residence

Roslan family, Abg. Joe residence

Family sida yaaa :) Abg. J0e residence
L-R: Kak Siti, Raziq, Another Joe, & Roni

Bengkurung/Kiarong Team. Abg.Joe residence
C-Lyss, Darwish, & Zaini

L-R: Kak Leha, Lyss, Emaknya, & Ain. Abg.Joe residence

House no.3: Tangah Intan Residence, Perpindahan Rakyat Jati Kg. Pandan
Address No.26 followed by the simpang below...

Scattered @ Tangah Intan residence

Beautiful smile of Kak Leha, Tangah intan residence.

Creative neighbour of Tangah Intan

House no.4: Suraya residence, Seria.
L-R: Midah, Hero, Rafie, Izzat, & Jiman

Green Packet distribution, Suraya residence.
Jangan asi-asi Pehin, nda kana bagi angpow tu :)

End of part I

2008 2nd Day Raya Ver.2

2008-10-03T23:30:00.004+08:00

Beraya & Berziarah @ two seperate location after Maghrib:

1. Abg. Hj. Abu residence, Kiarong
2. Abg. Hj. Alias residence, Perpindahan Lambak Kanan

Family photo before beraya(Spot yang sama lagi hehehe)

MDA & Hero

Hero lagi....

Mum in-law & Kak Leha chit chat with wife(Lupa ku nama nya) Abg. Hj. Abu

Abg. Hj. Alias residence
L-R: Mum in-law, Kak Leha, Kak Hjh(nanti tah ku tanya nama nya) & Abg. Hj. Alias

L-R: Ain, Mamanya, Hero, Andi, & Nurhan

Ahir sudah ma, esuk lagi beraya ka KB...

L-R: Aida, mamanya, Andi, & Nurhan

2008 2nd Day Raya Ver.1

2008-10-03T23:15:00.005+08:00

Berhari Raya @ Balqis Salsabila House

Sebelum mengambil Kak Leha Dari Labuan, MDA family sempat bekunjung ziarah ka Tutong (Luagan Dudok) di kediaman Fariq & Afrah. Tq for the Arab Tea serve and introduced by Farik & Family, plus other delicious dishes (selalunya ada ku shoot pic makanan, kali ani kelupahan)

L-R: Fariq, Balgis, Afrah, Hanna, Mamanya, Aida, & Ain
(Dec 2007 KK Vacation)

Balqis & Hero

Gaya Balqis

Another Gaya Balqis, sama jua hehehe

Hero asyik main sampai keluar lidah ani wah....

Kaka Hana, tulung usaikan tudung Balqis, pleaseeeee....

Spectating uncle Farik nya bemain keyboard

Guess what? Apa yang abiskita notice dalam episode ani? The truth is MDA family kelupahan begambar ramai with Fariq Family. Gagas sudah kan mulih cos target mesti sampai di Muara around 1245 noon for Jumat prayer, then baru ambil Kak Leha + Nurhan & Andi di terminal Serasa.

2008 1st day Raya ver.3

2008-10-02T23:15:00.001+08:00

Beraya & Berziarah @ Rumah Bapa Jiwa

Pic wit cousins & niece
L-R: Faliq, Gue, Hero, Khirun, Anak Ka-Yatung, Yanti

L-R: Kunti, Me, Hero, Niece, Yanti

MDA family, Sisters, niece & Auntie
L-R: Here, Mamanya, Babu Kasuri, Ain, Hanna, Nanak, Melly, Alai, & Aida

L-R: Melly, Alai, Nanak, Hero, Mamanya

L-R: Airy, Airin, Erra & Bro In-law

End Of Part III

PS: If happened ada nama yang nda lurus, please gitau MDA ah, especially rah nama-nama my cousins.

2008 1st day Raya ver.2

2008-10-02T23:11:00.001+08:00

Beraya & Berziarah Arah Babu & Angah @ Kiarong

My Cousins@ Kiarong
L-R: Nessa,Fifi, Leman & Mimit

Kids with their Amit Mimit & Angah Neesa@Bibi

L-R:Mimit, Aida, Danial, & Neesa

L-R: Hanna, Amanya, MDA, Ain, Neesa, Jabar(Songkok Saja), Aida(Tudung Saja), Babu, & Nini

The Rest Action Cousin's (Macam The Rest Action Hero lah tu...)

Usu Fifi & Ain

Who else, our own Super Hero...

End Of Part II

2008 1st Day Raya ver.1

2008-10-02T23:05:00.000+08:00

MDA Family Photo

Mamanya, Aida, Hanna, & Ain

Abg. Awang Family (L-R: Kaka Hjh, Fatin, Mum in-law, Faiq, & Abg. Awang)

The first three photo above taken lapas kami siap be salam-salaman & meminta ampun dan maaf di pagi 1 Syawal 1429h (2/10/2008 - Selasa). The rest of the family group datang selapas lunch time. So kami ( since mda tinggal wit mum in-law ) & Abg. Awang Family (rumahnya sebalah belakang saja) yang awal-awal sekali bekunjung ziarah setelah usai menunaikan sembahyang sunnat Hari Raya Aidil-Fitri. Then MDA set off to Kiarong, berziarah arah my Babu & Angah :Durang ani indung ku num 2 ni aside dari my family(Mum & Dad) yang tinggal di Tutong. Afternoon session as follows......

Roslan & Hamedah Family(L-R:Arif, Izzat,H,Farah,R, Adam, & Rafi)

Abd. Ghani & Nor Haida Family(L-R:Nurin,AG,Nazifah,&NH)

Amran & Nur Haslina Family (L-R: Innayah, A, Dina, Zatti, Insyirah, NH)

Biras & Peiparan with Ibunda

The Late Ahmad & Hjh. Habibah Family
L-R: Mrs. MDA, Abg. Joe, C-Lyn, C-Noy, Mama, & C-Midah
Absentee: Bang Awang, Ka-Dayang

Abang Joe family foto will be telecast live from Mumong, Kuala Belait soon....
Mun nda silap Family Bang Hamdan & Ka-Dayang Nda sampat d snap

Yoo, wats up bro...hero in action

End Of Part I

SELAMAT HARI RAYA 1429H

2008-10-02T06:30:00.001+08:00

Salam Hari Raya Aidilfitri kepada semua keluarga, sahabat-handai, rakan-rakan dan seluruh umat Islam di Negara Brunei Darussalam khasnya.

2008 Tithe (Zakat Fitrah)

2008-10-01T22:31:00.000+08:00

2008 Zakat Fitrah(Tithe)

Tithe is the 4th pillar of Islam. It is an obligatory(wajib) for every Muslim individuals to obey this duty. Afdhal(extra credit) time is between on the eve of Syawal & before Imam performing Hari Raya prayer on the morning of Syawal. Nevertheless Tithe can be paid along the fasting month of Ramadhan. Avoid lapping those Afdhal time, or otherwise your/our Tithe only consider as an ordinary alms. Hence your/our Ramadhan is incomplete.

Bismillah hi rahma nir rahim

"Ini dia Zakat Fitrah ku dan Zakat Fitrah seramai 6 orang yang dibawah tanggungan ku, wajib ke atas diri ku kerana Allah Taala"

"This is my Tithe and the Tithe of 6 people accountable under my responsibilities, an obligatory upon me due to Allah Taala"

ps: please correct me if there is worng intrepretation or statements on Zakat (Tithe)
Together we obtained Berokah from Allah Taala...Amin ya rabbil al-amin....

Chelsea Vs Manchester

2008-09-22T01:30:00.001+08:00

United and Chelsea deserved to share the points on Sunday, according to Reds boss Sir Alex Ferguson. For me luck is on Man Utd side(terrific play by Chelsea)...hehehehhe....nasib nasib...click di sini for more Red Devils stories.

Vuelta Tour Of Spain

2008-09-22T01:00:00.000+08:00

Breschel wins Madrid finale, as Contador wins the Vuelta. Click Here for more stories.

Vuelta Tour Of Spain

2008-09-21T11:43:00.015+08:00

What a splendid performance form ASTANA cycling team yesterday. A sure ride for 1st and 2nd place on the podium today.

Leipheimer gave his Astana teammate a scare and blasted up the Cat. 1 Puerto de Navacerrada to win his second time trial stage at this year’s Vuelta and chewed considerably into Contador’s 1:17 head start in the Vuelta’s penultimate stage.

Leipheimer stopped the clock in 33 minutes, 6 seconds (30.997kph), 31 seconds faster than Contador and Alejandro Valverde (Caisse d’Epargne) to secure second place overall.

In the end Contador managed to escape with a 46-second lead and has all but won the 63rd Vuelta already and will wear the leaders jersey on the final stage when it concludes with Sunday’s ceremonial spin into Madrid.

With the Vuelta all but wrapped up, Contador nears completing the grand tour triple crown. After winning the Tour in 2007 and the Giro d’Italia in May, Contador will become the fifth rider to achieve the landmark and the youngest to complete the sweep.

(L)Leipheimer added time on the thoughest part
the climb. Photo: Graham Watson

The sweep poised the 25-year-old Spanish climber to become the cycling’s next big star, something he says he’s not worried about.

Well the very best of luck to Team ASTANA, viva Contador.

Contador is one day from Madrid and is close to winning his third grand tour.

Photo: Graham Watson

*courtesy of VeloNews

Sunday Activity - Hari Raya Cake

2008-09-18T14:30:00.023+08:00

Preparation towards Hari Raya 1429 Hijrah. The making of "Kek Roll Tapak Kuda" (Horse Shoe Roll Cake - Lurus ka jua tu...)

Venue : Sis in-law house @ Jerudong, Time 10am to 430pm(Approximate)
Team : Sis-inlaws(Midah & Noy) and Missus
Results : 27 pcs

"The Recipe"

"The Stuffs"

"Ingredients"

"The Butter"

"Wow yummmy, Chocolate Nutella"

"Crushed Almond"

"Melted Butter"

"Ingredients Mixing Process - Midah"

"The Blended Mixture Split Into Two Portion"

"Takir (10in x 10in tray)"

"Pouring 1st Mixture Onto The Tray - Noy"

"The Oven"

"Bake The 1st Mixture For 3min @ 150deg Celsius - Midah"

"Applying 2nd Mixture, Bake For Another 3min"

"Thin Spongy Layer Of Baked Cake - Noy"

"Sliced Portion - Wife"

"What A Masterpiece"

"Spreading Chocolate Nutella Onto The Sliced Cake - Wife"

"Evenly Spread"

"Sprinkles Of Crushed Almonds"

"Nyaman Sul Nya...Sesunguhnya Gue Sedang Berpuasa hehehe"

"Folding Process"

"Wrapping Process"

"Neatly Done"

"Ready For Storage - End Product"

"Stored Inside Freezer For Long Lasting - Ready For Consumption, Nda Payah Nunggu Hari Raya Mun Tais Liur Rasanya :)"

THE END

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Next project : Chocolate Chip Biscuit...maybe heheheh (Menu Copied From Noy)

Coklat Chips

Bahan-bahannya:
1 oz coklat rice
3 oz badam dikisar
4 oz mentega
5 oz top flour
2 oz gula
2 sudu the vanilla
6 oz coklat pahit (cooking coklat – dicairkan)

Cara Membuatnya:
Gaul mentega dengan gula, Masukkan badam, coklat rice, vanilla dan tepung. Masukkan dalam paper cup dan bakar. Setelah masak tuangkan coklat cair di atasnya. Sejukkan di peti sejuk.

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Ferreror Rocher? Secret lah tu :) janji ampit makan saja, syukur tah...

Mitsubishi Verada V6 3.0

2008-09-14T14:16:00.003+08:00

Manufacturing Year: 1994

18 inch Sport Rims

Very Good Handling

Spacious/Air-conditioned

HSBC Heart Of Borneo (HOB)

2008-09-01T21:51:00.001+08:00

Event : HSBC Heart Of Borneo Bicycle Expedition
Date : 24th August 2008
Distance : 130km+
No. Of Participant : 400+
Responsibility : Marshall
No. Of Pit Stop : 5 (Soon Lee Building Sg. Liang, Sek. Rendah Sengkarai Tutong, Jerudong Park, Meragang Beach, and Serasa Beach)

*Pic Courtesy Of Sofian Thani*

KB Round About

Sg. Liang Pit Stop

Sg. Liang Pit Stop: L-R Me, Kurov & Ah Tze

Sg. Liang Pit Stop: 5.30 Cycling Group

Massive Riders: Towards Tasik Hijau

Tour De Meragang Pit Stop

Meragang Pit Stop: Azbe, Me ,& Arbi

Waiting For Flag-off to Serasa Beach

Paddling to Serasa 1.1

Paddling To Serasa 1.2

Paddling To Serasa 1.3

Arrival @ Serasa Beach 1.1

Arrival @ Serasa Beach 1.2

Arrival @ Searasa Beach 1.3

Arrival @ Serasa Beach 1.4

Arrival @ Serasa Beach 1.5

Arrival @ Serasa Beach 1.6

Arrival @ Serasa 1.7

Arrival @ Serasa 1.8

Arrival @ Serasa 1.9

Arrival @ Serasa 2.0

My Scott Bike

2008-03-15T18:10:00.000+08:00

CR1 Team

The CR1 is the frame that forever changed the way carbon bikes are built. The tube-to-tube construction is now an industry standard, producing a light yet compliant frame. The geometry suits a performance-minded rider.

RAYA COLLECTIONS

2007-11-22T22:21:00.002+08:00

2004

L to R: Abahnya, Ain, Hanna, Aida & Amanya

2005

2006
L to R: Amanya, Aida, Hanna, Ain, Danish Ayman & Abahnya

2007

L to R: Hanna, Abahnya, Aida, YAM PA Khairul Khalil, YTM Princess Hjh. Majeedah, Amanya, MDA Junior & Ain

MANILA TRIP 2007 Ver.2

2007-03-02T08:09:00.001+08:00

View From 12th Floor Dusit Hotel Nikko Manila

Dinner Ala Arabian Style(Thanks Kak Pg. Hjh Zarina for d treats)

L-R: Hjh Leeza, Noni, Pg. Hjh. Zarina, Kak Dayang, Kak Tini & Me

PLDT Virtual Resort
L-R: Mudi, Me, Dj Fariz, Pg. Omarali, Pg. Suhaimi, Noni & Hjh. Leeza

PLDT & DST Group Delegates Group Photo

So Fortunate to meet our Ex-Motorola Engineer - thanks for the hospitality pare...

L-R: Me, Mr. Clint Lyness & HMR

MANILA TRIP 2007 Ver.1

2007-02-28T16:06:00.007+08:00

Arrival @ Makati Airport. Wat a long que

Me & My room mate HMR

Shopping time......OshKosh mari.....
HMR & G Fendi

Quick nap..ngalih bang?

Stydy Trip To Globe - One of the biggest Cellular operator in The Phillipines

Dinner Hosted By Her Excellency Brunei Ambassador To The Philippines

Metro Market Market Manila - 5 x Lipat Mall tani ulih nya

Manila Trademark - Jeepny

The Famous Green Hill - Manila market
(kelas yo..kalah Sunday Market d Thailand)
Green Hill..rancau mata milih eh!!

Green Hill Market - Jewellery Department

Front:(L-R) Noni & Hjh. Leeza
Back:(L-R) Tini, Owner daughter, Me & Owner