the story behind change

   Credit: Change kit by Jen C Designs. Available at Sunshine Studio Scraps.

Our lives are changing in a rapid phase these last few weeks. I never really thought that this day will ever come, at least not when I reached forty. (heheh.. I guess it’s true what people say.. forty is definitely the new twenty!). My fertility seems to change into high gear and bam, this little miracle happened.

We are excited especially my daughter. She is so ready to be a big sister.

The idea of this little miracle is growing is finally sinking in. I just can’t seem to hide it anymore cause I am already showing and people kept pointing out my suddenly chubby cheek and slightly fat body. (hemmm really need to dig deep into my closet for outfit to wear to work. Nothing seems to fit anymore)

Even though this is my fourth, I am a bit excited because a lot has changed and improve since the last 10 years, in maternity and baby world. I really plan to enjoy every bit of this journey and making a list of all the things that need to be done ( easier said than done cause this time around all I wanted to is sleep all day and all night) before the D day.

Watching the baby’s heartbeat beating for the first time is an amazing and wonderful thing!

Kuala Terengganu and Instagram

This is my adventure today around Kuala Terengganu from Instagran perspective.




















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I am sorry...

... that I hurt you
... that I can't give you what you want
... that I can't be the one that make you happy
... that the time we meet things are so complicated
.... that I have to be strong for the sake of everybody

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Lately...

When I take stock of how things seems to change these are what I notice:





# I get tired easily
# people start noticing that I have gain weight
# my face is getting chubby
# I have craving for something sweet and something sour
# all I can think about is Jambu Batu
# I lost the desire to shop
# laying on my bed is the only thing I think about all day
# blogging seems more like work
# I have to do things in a slower motion. Speed makes me dizzy

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Tak sangka pulak ye ..

I don't really know the latest news about Ekin and Mawi, so imagine my surprise when I saw them in front of me just finished with their maternity checkup.
I don't even know that they are expecting. And I don't event know that they live near my area. Talking about small world. Wouldn't it be cool if we stumble upon each other on every checkup. Heheheh..


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5 things to do when you are facing with life changing situation

I just can't believe that in the next few months things are going to be so much different in my life. Things are going to be so much different that I am a little bit worry. When facing with a life changing situation I usually do these 5 things to get myself prepared.


#1. Reseach - you just have to prepare yourself about things to come by doing to research on the latest things or just to refresh your memories on things you might forget

#2. Prepare yourself mentally, spiritually and physically

#3. Financially prepare for all the things that you need for the life changing events

#4. Having a solid social support really helps during tough eetimes and to ease you with your worries

#5. Keep a journal- keeping track of things your are feelings or the changes you are experiencings really helps alot. This way you have something to do other than worry about all the things that might go wrong.



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Tuesday Eyecandy

Another great kit // Roll with it

This week, Wimpychompers Creations has a new kit called Roll with  it , available at Scrapmatters. This kit really capture the essence of the first ride on a new bike or the  outdoor activities that we enjoy  so much.

This is my layout  using the above kit

Kit Showcase // Playful

This week new kit is called Playful by Pixelily Designs. Available at Sunshine Studio Scraps. It has 60 elements and 15 pattern papers.

This is my layout using the  above kit.

5 Places I go for Inspiration

I have been feeling sick and uninspired since a few weeks ago. Nothing I do seems to be good enough. I lost the passion for scrapping and even blogging. So I decided to take a day off yesterday from turning on my lappy and post random things. I spend most of the day resting, watching movies and reading.

Today I was ready to be in front if my computer and start scrapping and blogging again. So the first five places I go for jumpstart my mood and inspire me are as follows….. I just love these blogs / forums.

#1) A Beautiful Mess

I always feel fresh and inspire after spending the time to read elsie’s blog. She is so creative and fill with amazing ideas.

#2) Digishoptalk

It is always great to spend time hanging out at digishoptalk forum and galleries. Some of my blogs ideas came from the forum at digishoptalk

#3) the Daily digi

This is such a resourceful  place to be when you are looking for a new and creative ways to scraps. Lots of beautiful ideas to get you going.

#4) my words

Taking a peak at Amy’s life is something I did in a regular basis. I like reading her story, enjoy her family photos and follow her projects. I always feel motivated and inspire after every visit.

#5) Campfire Chic

I love lists. Even though I don’t really share Kam’s passion for camping and outdoor stuffs but I do share her passion for photography, blogging and lists.

Canon IXUS 220 .. delighting you always

Today out of the blue, I decided that I must have this beautiful Canon IXUS 220 camera as my second camera. I just want to have a portable and light camera for the whole family. My kids and me can enjoy for a long period of time or until they come out with “out of this world” new design.

Model: Canon IXUS 220
Price: RM799
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I bought one in black just because they don’t have one in pink for this model and I like the texture of the black design.

These are the photos taken with this camera, straight out of the camera (SOOC) and with auto setting.

What did I think?
* I like the design, slim and light
* the price is very attractive.
* I like that Canon add a few creative artistic filters in this camera like Toy camera filter. I can’t wait to play with it.
* it is simple enough for my kids to operate
* I am not sure if I  will ever use the HD movie that comes with this camera but I like to have that option
* the shutter press is faster. This model comes with DIGIC 4 imaging processor
 

I can’t live without color

I just can’t remember the first time I discover colors. As far as I can remember I’ve always love colors and can’t live without  it. Somehow the right color seems to lift up my mood.

So it’s natural for me to have a range of colors as far as makeup is concern. Hence the new eye shadows from Miss Rose. I’ve never tried this brand before, so far I really like the color. I bought  two of them at $30 each.

This is me playing around with the color

I think these colors match with any outfit. Somehow I don't really like to ware eye shadows that match exactly like my outfit. Mostly I love to wear pink with a touch of blue and brown.

Wednesday Fun

I am on leave from work for the rest of the  week but this afternoon I make a special appearance at my office for “Jamuan Hari Raya  BPM”

The food wasn’t bad but I just can’t eat a lot of them. I took my kids with me cause they didn’t have school today.

Some random things about today…
* I received some weird message today
* reacquainted with some old friends
* a lot of photography session
* wishing that everyday feels like today… relax and happy
* re-watched F.R.I.E.N.D.S just because I missed them

It was so much fun to dress up and be pretty. I just wish that I can feel as pretty as I look.

Mode: so many things to think about and so many  plans to make

Crazy for fonts // Sue’s hand

Today I would like to highlight a handwriting font called Sue’s Hand.

This font is available for free at Free Premium Fonts. To download click here.
This  is my layout using the above font.
Credit: Urban Princess Kit by Studio Flergs.
I hope you enjoy my font selections for today.

hari raya with iphone

My office had an open office for Hari Raya this afternoon. It was an annual event which every department will do to celebrate Eid Mubarak. I went to the office even though I am on leave.

These photos were taken around my office area using my iphone. It was so much fun!

More to come…..TUNGGU…..

Quick Page and feeling cozy

Since this week Christina didn’t have any new kits, I would love to showcase her old kit called feeling cozy. It’s a beautiful kit with lots of elements related to home, homey, comfy and feeling safe.

I made this Quickpage from Feeling Cozy kit especially for you to get you started. Download click here or on the image. Enjoy!

This is my layout with the above QuickPage

Have a great and creative Monday

Scrapper Love // helenh

Good luck to all the UPSR candidates today. May Allah bless them all.

It’s time for another showcase by another  talented lady in digital scrapbook world. So many beautiful and inspiring layouts all over. Today I choose helenh and her gallery at Oscraps.

** all images are linked for credit