A MILESTONE birthday...

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On the 20th of May, I reached a milestone birthday...I turned 60. Yes! Didn't expect to reach this age actually but I thank Allah for giving me 60 awesome years of life on this earth. Alhamdulillah! Reached 60 with it's fair share of ups and downs in my life, plus a lot of memories, good and bad and beautiful moments to be cherished.


The day started as usual, with birthday messages received and reply of thanks returned. As it was also the day of my son's wedding reception on our side, I was at the family house looking over and checking on last minute arrangements and preparations for the reception that nite.


After lunch, I was surprised with a birthday cake from my children. 'Twas a small celebration with the kids and grandson, with the exception of my eldest son, his wife and son who could not make it on time. Anyway, it was still fun as my youngest sister was around as well.





The night of the reception went well with everyone having a good time and enjoying themselves. There was a band in attendance and I sang Fly Me To The Moon for the wedded couple. Haha...it was a special request and luckily I had a bit of time to practice with the band that afternoon. 




I was surprised with a 'pulut kuning' or yellow glutinous rice cake that night. Didn't expect that at all. It was such a wonderful and thoughtful gesture from my children. Everyone sang 'Allah Selamatkan Kamu'...and then the birthday song.






It was definitely a night to remember and one that I'll never forget.

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