I Passed My Exams!

There can be miracles...

The long awaited day had finally arrived. My exam result is out, officially released at 12pm London time, meaning 7pm Malaysian time, 13th July 2005. I went all the way to Melaka just for this 'special occasion' because I was afraid to check it at home. In the evening, I was very restless, checking my watch every few minutes from 6pm onwards. Went to Cyber Cafe around 9 pm to check my result but the server was busy. Obviously, EVERYONE was checking their results too. Why can't they just check it some other time. I must not be the only one panicking, I guess. Siewch msg me coz she managed to check hers and get through her 1st year. After that, I was even more restless that my bf was actually worried. He tried everything to calm me down. Try to make me smile, took me out for a drink. But everything didn't seem to work.

Then, to my surprise, my dearest bf took me to the beach, bringing with him 2 plastic bags containing a bottle of sparking red grape juice and 2 tall glasses he bought from JJ b4 we went there. In a effort to cheer me up, he planned a very romantic drink on the beach! I was touched, really thankful to have such a sweet bf. Unfortunately, I was still miserable. Tried my best to show him how I appreciate that effort but I think I spoiled the mood for the night. Nevertheless, we sat there, watched the moon and stars, heard the waves hitting the sands, went for a stroll on the beach and just savoured the quiet moments together. I wished the night would never end, for every second with him fills my heart with joy. My worries seemed distant at that time.

At last, b4 he sent me back to Izza's place, we went to the CC again to check my result. Bismillahirrahmanirrahim, I clicked 'Exam Result' on LseForYou and was very happy to see that I passed all papers that I sat for, allowing me to proceed to my 2nd year this September. Alhamdullilah, I was so thankful although my result was NOT that satisfactory at all, at least, I don't have to repeat my 1st year. Anyone who has been following my blog at least since June, would have known how worried I was that I might have to repeat my 1st year. Having received that news, I jumped happily around, called my mother who was already asleep, and sms some of my close friends. I just can't stop smiling. Well, now that I passed my papers, I do have to work harder in my 2nd year for I definitely DO NOT WANT to repeat this experience. It was very torturing. In addition, 2nd year papers accounted for 4/9 of the degree and since i do not carry forward a good grade from my 1st year, NO MORE FOOLING around. It's time to work hard... I hope...hmm

Meet The Parents

The Magical 9th of July 2005

Once, i teased my bf for bringing his friend home but i never went there. To my surprise, he actually considered that matter and said that he's going to have a birthday party at his house and invited me to come. I was excited but nervous at the same time. Meeting his parents and family would definitely bring our relationship a step forward to a new level. He had met both my parents but long time ago, he told me that he would only bring me to meet his parents when our relationship is really serious. So when he finally ask me to come, i was panic. Haha. Don't get me wrong. It's not because i think we are not that serious yet. I was panic because i really want them to accept me. I had no problems with my friends' parents before, it is just that this time, Hazmi is not just a friend.

My best friend friend, Nadia, accompanied me there. She actually had to take time off work for me. But i really need her moral support for this occasion. Lucky me it is just a birthday party, not a formal dinner thingy that can make me really uncomfortable. Nadia and I arrived at Nilai komuter station around 8.00pm. Hazmi picked us up b4 we went for Maghrib prayers @ a mosque nearby. Then, when we arrived at his house, we stayed in the car for awhile. My bf asked, "So r u ready? This is a point of no return." I answered, "Well, i don't plan on returning but i'm afraid whether they'll accept me or not." After taking a really deep breathe, we went in.

I was greeted by his elder sister, Kak Ina, immediately. I never met her b4 but she made me feel really welcomed. The birthday party was actually for her and my bf. Hers in June, and my bf's in July. Then i saw his younger sister, Abby, who i'm more familiar with, and waved to her as well. Once inside, i went to meet his mom immediately. Hehe. She's really nice and warm. I'm so happy to meet her at last. After handing her "house-warming" gift, she invited us to eat. Me and Nadia took our pieces of cake and took our seat outside the house since it was a garden party. After a few minutes, i was really uncomfortable, then i told my bf, i wanna go inside. We took a seat in the living room. Later, Abby and friends joined us there. Saw and meet some of his relatives. Watch AF with the crowd. Talk to his cousin, Dilla. Said hi to his friends from Melaka, Chemax, Bazel and Badi. Well, it was a great night. Although Hazmi was kinda bz attending to guests' needs, he was with me most of the time.

i)Me & Nadia ii)Abby with her friends

Then, b4 we went back, it was time to meet his father. I was really2 nervous. God, please let help me. Please let him accept me. To my surprise, he came to me with a smile on his face. My "nervousness" melted down instantly. He even shook my hand. Then he said "Heard a lot bout u but i never met u". Still in shock, i answered "Well, here i am" That's the only words i can think of. My mind was kinda numb that time. Haha. The very talkative Farah Haida was lost for words. Well, i remember answering a few questions but i didn't ask any question back. Hmm, maybe i should have to look more friendly. But as far as i can see, everything's alright. And i really hope it IS.

I can't really put it in words how happy i am that i've met his parents at last. And i really thankful that everything went well. Thanx to my sweetheart for his encouragement, Nadia for her support (i owe u a lot, gurl) and most importantly, his parents, sisters and relatives for their warmth and kindness. I felt really welcomed and accepted.

Home Sweet Home...

Hey, ppl! I'm back. Sorry i didn't post anything for such a looong time. No excuses, i was NOT busy, just didn't have the mood to do anything at all, including blogging. I wanted to go home badly so here i am. hehe. Feels so good to be back. When our plane, the MH007, touched down in Langkawi at approximately 1.30pm on the 27th of June, i was so so happy. Walking down the stairs, i shouted "Dah sampai Malaysia!!!" loudly. Luckily the plane was too loud so my shout was barely audible.

Mimi, Me, Nun & Aida at Langkawi International Airport

1st Breakfast in Malaysia after approximately 6 months. Haha. I was so thrilled to have so many malaysian food selection for breakfast. It's time to have a feast.

Iced Horlicks & A mixture of nasi goreng, bihun goreng, kuey teow goreng, ayam goreng

U can guess how much i miss my Mr Mohd Hazmi. So, forget jetlag, on the next day in Malaysia itself, i took a bus to Melaka to meet my guy ;) Owh, the bus fare has increased from RM8 to RM9.60. Ok, the inflation is quite high, 20% increase. I only left Malaysia for 6 months. *sigh* Well, at least the taxi fare to MMU is still the same RM6. I took a cab to MMU and waited Hazmi in front of his classroom. He was surprised to see me standing there when he came out of the class. Haha. He was supposed to fetch me from the bus station. We, then, went for lunch and watched Mr & Mrs Smith as promised a few weeks back. Later, he took the trouble to send me all the way to KL. Hehe. Love u, honey.

Mr & Mrs Hazmi

Alrite ppl. I'll try to "pay back" the entries that i owed you. Till then, tata.