Somethings burning! gggrrrrrrrrrrrrr

I was concentrating on my marking when suddenly I smell smoke. I peeked from the back window....nothing.
It was when I looked the front window I saw this,

hoih, what's this? Open burning? in a residential area?
By this time I was almost choked by the smell of the smoke. Immediately I went down, opened the door and checked. As I opened the door, the front was clouded with smoke. Then this is what I saw,

the source of it all! Billowing ( can I use this?)white smoke. Damn, stupid people.Don't you know when you burn wet grass you'll get so much smoke? Don't you know that you can't do open burning in a residential area? Some more when you are living in link homes. The Tadika Kemas lady was so 'selamba' in committing this offence. I shouted to her " Besar sangat api tu! Banyak asap ni ha!", and her reaction was? Nothing!!! Lucky for you the smoke hid you.

Aduih! Akai tak dak ka? Ni senja-senja orang nak rehat-rehat balik kerja, makan malam, nak solat maghrib, hang pulak bagi cemar udara. Ngok ngek.

So, is this enough to declare war against the yet opened tadika? We'll see....if things get bad to worse, get ready for WAR!

semoga selamat semuanya

Finally, after many months, the Teachers Club 'Laman Santai', teachers' lounge is finally 'usable'. The project took such a long time as the 2010 Committee had to fund the room ourselves.

We had a 'doa selamat' asking for the schools' well being as well as for ourselves. The same time was to 'officiate' the room and to pray for Kak Norlia, who will be performing 'haj' this year (she left on Saturday- have a safe journey and may you achieve Haji Mabrur). We also prayed for En Salleh's wife who was admitted to Hospital Ampang for some undetermined complications.

 Prayers led by Ustaz Najmi (the one in the pink baju melayu)

 The Chairman (in purple) giving a short speech welcoming and thanking those who attended

Kak Norlia (pink) receiving a token from the teachers club, presented by Ms GPK1

Sadly, no picture of the Nasi Dagang breakfast we had after that, thank you Mr Chairman.

Alisya Zahra

Introducing my second niece, ALISYA ZAHRA

 1 hour old

 2 days old, first day home

 2 weeks

3 weeks old, dah botak.

So, now Balqis Humaira is officially a 'Kak Yong'.

Finally.

after 3 tries....

They did it!

Adibah, Noradiza and Rohaizah

They won 2nd place from the US coast guard special award for their 'natural oil boom made from lalang' project.

Well done girls!

(bebudak 5T ni....cikgu kelas tumpang happy!)

What else could go wrong today?

The test- of- patience day

1.Due to a heart pouring session last night (that was until 2am), I was almost late to school. Unfortunately, we still couldn't have the formal assembly in the hall. So, assembly started at 7.20am, I arrived at 7.18, fuh...made it on time.

2.As I start to unload things from my car, I realized I left my school beg at home, argh! There was a document I need to return to the office and most importantly my pencil case. Lucky for me I got some pens in my handbag.

3.Was 'hunted' down by the boss regarding unsettled things for the Beijing trip. and because of that I only drank a cup of milo for breakfast. Gotta get moving cik pitah!!!!

4. The revision questions  for 2T's geography was not ready, so I had to read questions from the book and some of the girls were dozing off by the time I got to the 10th question.

5. Still haven't completed the F5 Paper 1 for mid-year, busy typing letters for Beijing

6.Went to 1C, 11 of them were sleeping in class! wah! wah! wah!, made the rest leave the class quietly, then I woke the sleepy lot up and was holding back laughter seeing them scrambling to get their books to go somewhere, when actually their classmates were just outside the classroom. Talk about panic! (tau takut!)

7. After 1C, went to canteen for lunch, took rice and gulai ikan sembilang...then a fish bone got stuck in  my throat! Its still there now despite all the effort made to remove it. tried eating 'nasi kepal', turning the plate  clockwise(canteen operators suggestion) before swallowing the rice, drank loads of water, ate bread, pulling ears (still can't see how this could work).

8. In the end, decided to go to the clinic, only to be turned down by two clinics (closing time)  and at the 3rd, the Dr couldn't see the bone. I tell you, it was so embarrassing la..the Dr said 'tak pe, tulang tu reput nanti dalam 3-4 hari (what!), sementara tu kenalah tahan sakit sikit, kadang-kadang tertanggal sendiri je bila you makan. Makan pain killer je la ye", that's all??

9. received bills from reader's digest and discovery channel magazine for subscription renewal. Hey, I did renew em last October! Owh that guy is sure gonna get it from me tomorrow.

10. And the last one, I still have to wear the darn mask at school and sanitize our hands every 10 minutes (haha I exaggerated)

Shoo..go away, there's nothing here

A few of the girls said they found my blog and

said how they 'enjoyed' reading it (they used another word for it).

Now I have to be careful not to really pour all my feelings here or I'll get into trouble.

Girls, there's not much to read here, go read other people's blog.

This is just a place for me to express what I feel unless you want to be the one I complain about.

whatever you read here, you comment here, not during class, ok?

For those who already left college, its ok though.

peace

Hard to come, easy to go.

I finally got what was owed to me. Despite  the long wait, I should be smiling from ear to ear but I was not. Its as if, I could only have the money in my hands for a few seconds before I have to part with em. Money, hard to come easy to go. However, I am grateful as I could made some purchase with em money.

After a visit from the whole family 2 weeks ago, I finally realized that I need to get a set of plates and bowls. All the miss-matched ones can no longer work, malu la..if have to serve family food in plastic bowls. So,  a quiet a big chunk was taken for that. Then 5 new baju kurung on the way. The first since last raya ( how I survived that I was amazed with myself- this means I have to get rid of the old ones, some are 10 years old tau). The car is making some weird noise, I guess I have to save some for that too. If things go well as planned, I would be in Beijing for 6 days in August and in Singapore for 4 days in July...definitely I need money for these trips. Huwaaa.

And of course, have to set aside for the horey-horey in June. Until then, I am refraining myself from making  big purchases. hehehe

Proudest Moment: 1st SZ Open House

This entry was supposed to be out 2 weeks ago, but biasalah, been very busy with things in school. The Open house was actually a suggestion made a reality by the Principal as an activity to support AAT. It was hard work however on the day of the event it was all worth it. Be proud of yourself, Zawiah because I was (still am) proud of all of you! You have proven that you have the SZ spirit all along!

ASPIRE FOR GLORY!

Here are some pictures taken from the hundreds available. Thanks to Ain for the lovely photos.

Miss Noraini launching the SZ Blog

 

Thank you to all!

Weekend Visitors

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SITI ZAWIAH High Table Dinner 7-4-2010

Siti Zawiah blog

The girls came up with a blog for the house.
I feel very proud with the effort.
I hope there will be more updates in the future.
Keep up the good work, girls.

click this link: http://sitizawiah.blogspot.com/

Please....help me

I'm drowning in a sea of never ending work/duties/job/task/projects...whatever you call em....

HELP, PLEASE SAVE ME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Why 'a gathering'?

It because it was the first time we met Pak Su after a month. My youngest bro has been AWOL for more than a month (this time). It was so difficult to get in touch of him. Apa projek Pak Su oiii?

So, when Pak Lang asked us to come to Bangi last Sunday, we took the opportunity to 'Jejak Kasih' with Pak Su. We met at Bangi Kopitiam. Budak tecik was asleep when we arrived, the moment she opened her eyes, she was so delighted to see her Pak Su. (pak su je kot yang tak rindu kat Humaira).

The thing is, we would be so angry (more irritated than angry) at him, but the moment we see him, we couldn't say much. It has always been like that as if he has put us under a charm. Well, that's the story of my 'chipsmore' brother. Too many broken promises, one day Dik, you will learn your lesson!

SBT/HPS

I was reading through some blogs and online discussions when the issue of SBT came up
One prominent opposition leader wrote about the 2009 SPM top achievers list was a slap on the face for the TPM's list of HSP and the issue that there were no HPS school from the east malaysia. It made me wonder,

1. Since when it was HIS list? He didn't choose, he announced.
2. Does everyone know the meaning of HPS? and the things the schools had to go through to achieve that status? The documentation....can't imagine
3. Do people understand the difference of high performing school and high performing students? One high performing student doesn't make a HPS.

just some thoughts...

and I'm sure its gonna bug me in my dreams tonight (or morning)....alaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

The FINAL farewell

(malas nak rotate image)
My SE Z520i

Bought: Dec 2004
End of life: 15th March 2010

After a 5 years and 3 months, (can you believe it? the sales assistantce at Sony Ericsson didn't) it is finally the day to say goodbye to my oldest surviving and most reliable phone. She went through 3 repairs before finally, she couldn't hold on anymore. She didn't really went totally dead but, it was getting difficult when yesterday she can no longer make any sound. She was ok before noon, but after budak tecik played with it (and drooled all over her), suddenly...no more sound, speakers all went dead. Huwaaaaa.

Mid-February, after the 100th time I dropped her, she went blank, the screen went white and she went into 'treatment' for almost 2 weeks. It cost me RM650 for repairs (and a new phone). Got to use it for 10 days and finally...its time to say good bye to my old friend.

You have been such a loyal and reliable companion (and life saver) to me.

Hope you rest in peace in some recyling centre somewhere.

You shall be missed.

around school today

Aktiviti Kelab Guru

2009 SPM Results: Congratulations!3 straight 10 A+

1 straight 9A+

32 straight As

Top 10 placing in the country

min grade 1.49

English? 96.9% achieved A (A+, A and A-)

Update budak tecik tu

dah makin besar budak ni. 4 hari dah tak jumpa..mak yong sibuk sangatlah dengan kakak-kakak kat sekolah tu. cuti sekolah nanti kita ajak ibu jalan-jalan ok. miss you

Adoi la

Apalah aku nak buat dengan budak-budak ni? Suka sgt tido time exam. Senang sangat ke soalannya? ke banyak sangat makan kuey teow goreng kat dining hall pagi tadi??? BANGUN!!!!!

We Are The Champion

more tears and music

Wha.....another farewell. This time to dearest Kak Nora. Before that, Congratulations to Puan Norashimah Mohamed on your promotion as Senior Assistant to SMKP, Seremban. The day she reported to the new school, I was there to accompany her. Boy, was she nervous and I was so sad.

I remembered when I first came to TeeKaySee, I used to fear her as her voice was very loud. I thought that she was very fierce to the students (and me). But of course I was wrong, despite her loudness, she is a very kind and fun to be with person. She is very serious and committed to her work. However, I warn you, don't cross her or you'll surely get an earful. hahaha.

On her last day in school, we had a small farewell party for her, a simple yet meaningful ceremony. Biasalah, there would always be a speech for the 'orang yang dirai'. At first, she was making jokes to everyone. Expressing her appreciation to all her colleagues and advising the younger teachers.

After a few minutes, tears started to flow as she recalls the ups and downs being in the school and as she mentioned a few names dear to her, her tears was almost like a river (ok...i exaggerated)

'dah cembeng', note Suwana with the tissue box.

Dearest Kak Nora, I will surely miss your wisdom. But I guess I'll miss your rude jokes more hahaha. Thank you for all your guidance and advices. Please pray I'll continue to survive in this career. All the best in the school...a different 'girls only' environment. Kenang daku selalu waaaaaaa.........dah tak de orang nak belanja I makan lagi.

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Later at 2.45pm, the orchestra, wani and I left the school for PWTC. We were hired to play music during a dinner and prize giving ceremony. Note the word 'hired' meaning we got paid, hahaha. We arrived in KL quiet late due to the congestion and we had only a short time to set the stage as when we arrived, the place was not quite ready. The girls did ok during the performance, they need more practice for the competition as well as for Beijing. (They are staying back this CNY for some intensive practice)

The thing I wanna share is I don't think I can do this 'accompanying teacher' job anymore. It was so tiring. I guess age is catching up. How am I gonna go through 6 days with 42 students tagging along in Beijing? adusssssssssss. I have to survive this! Cik Pitah...you can live through it!

A wardens' farewell

the past and present wardens
l-r: Kak Ina, Ain, Kak Lin, Kak Ira, Me and Kak Ti

l-r: Kak Ti, me, Faiz and Kak Ina

This event was quite late for the two wardens who left for newer and greener pastures. One served for more than 12 years and another for 4 years. Both left behind valuable contribution to the making of excellent human beings in TKC. I was initially very sad when they left as they were the two closest 'kakak' for me. Kak Ina is the sister I never, the mentor and the 'ears' had who always have positive things to say to me. As for Kak Ti, the cool one is forever helpful and knowledgeable. The promotion they received is well deserved. Good luck to both of them. May Allah bless you, always. Don't forget me haaaaa.

The present warden group held a small farewell party for both of them. The all girls afternoon tea was so loud and noisy. When Kak Ti and Kak Ina I cant help myself from shedding some tears as I missed them so much. After a short speech, the 'makan-makan' session started. There were not so much choice but we had quite a meal. The best part of all was of course catching up with each others stories (though some of us are still in the same school- can you imagine?)

UPDATES? NOT REALLY...

Actually there are so many things I want to write about the things I saw, I can only manage to take pictures of them without having the time to write. There's too much work at school and sometimes, laziness is the main factor. So, I just post some pictures I took during the holidays and comment on them.

a picture of budak tecik in her new kiddy pool, present from Pak Lang for her 1st bday

Took budak tecik to Port Dickson for her first beach outing. She was excited during the journey to PD and was cheering when we reached the beach. But as soon as we sat her on the sand, she started to act up. She simply refused to put her feet on the ground and was clinging dearly to her dad. Then dad took her into the water, and it was then when all the drama started. She screamed like she was in pain, much to our shock as she enjoyed her time during her 'besen pool' sessions at home. Everyone was looking at us as if we were abusing her so we gave up! The outing lasted only for an hour before we decided to go home. I guess the auntie and parents were more excited than her.

the defeated parents

I chose Blue Lagoon in PD to take budak tecik for her outing because it was my favourite picnic spot. But I guess, not anymore. What i saw there that day was shocking and much to my disappointment. How can people be so selfish? Haven't they learned anything from public announcement that we have to take care of the environment and its cleanliness. These irresponsible people who left these garbage should be made to eat all these waste! Partly to blame is the municipal for failing to provide enough rubbish bins. The users must be responsible too by bringing their own rubbish bags and disposing them properly. Its easy to point fingers at whom to blame but if people could just be a little but more caring and responsible, nothing like this would ever happen. It really disgust me to see such a scene.




I managed to have a few outings with my dear friend during the school holidays. One of them was to Alamanda after we couldn't decide where to go. The funny thing was I just finished meeting and was in baju kurung. I was too lazy to change. We had a meal and went around a bit before heading back to Seremban.

On one of the trip, we went to Kuala Pilah. It was a spur of the moment decision. So, that was my first time passing through the new Seremban Kuala Pilah highway. Its call a highway because of its elevated location...Hiiiiiigggghhhh...waaaayyy. The journey was short indeed. So much convenience for people to come to Seremban without having to go through the winding roads of bukit putus. Took my friend to his Alma Mater and took some pictures there.

Finally, the birth of Nur Athirah Ahmad Kamal, Oya's first daughter on the 27th of December 2009. Congratulations! Hello baby!!!!

Ok, I think thats all, time to go home now. bye