almost done!!!

after 2 months ago(26 feb...)...mama make note at her FB(privacy setting) about the food that she miss so much in Malaysia....so almost 70% done-means she and us had ate them already.....which are the list is keep going on....................ALHAMDULILLAH

mee udang Salwa Teluk Kumbar-DONE> 30HB APRIL..will come back after raya with abah...yesterday baby wanie so cranky because the condition and not comfortable environment..poor to her....

roti arab and roti canai mak tersayang- RA DONE BUT NOT RC YET..NEVER MIND..MAK TOK LIVE WITH US AT THE MOMENT.........

tom Yam Kung secret Recipe-DONE > 30HB MAC

char koay teow pak deb changlun-NOT YET...

tepung talam taman mahsuri-DONE

ikan bakar kuala perlis-NOT YET....

nasi ayam shukri stadium darul aman-DONE 23HB APR....

roti canai pak din changlun-DONE 28HB APRIL...LONELY..HUHUHUHU....

sup gear box jitra-NOT YET..WILL DO IT....

sate depan telekom jitra-DONE...

bihun sup pak adil mengkuang-DONE

mee pak ngah sungai dua-DONE...two times already...

akok simpang lima pasir puteh-DONE BUT NOT PASIR PUTEH ONE..JUST FROM PASAR TANI TANAH MERAH-DURING GAVE VISIT TO MO' LAST MONTH...

kerabu perut pucuk paku mak mertua/kak yah-NOT YET...MO' STILL NO WELL...MAYBE MAMA WILL DO ON HER OWN...

keropok lekor/ikan balut tepung/sotong balut tepung teluk ketapang-OFF COURSE NOT YET....DON'T KNOW WHEN????????????????????????????????

House warming close neighbour......20.02.2011

Outdated entry....almost 1 week ago.............

Heading to our new neighbour's house..just 2 minutes walking from our home

Yeaaah...we arrived!!!!!!!!

we with some of the guests and auntie nik(our new neighbour) which one????

Auntie Nik just beside mama on right side...hanie just sat in front of her....

baby wanie with the other aunties..................

Auntie faiez

Auntie Mc Na

Auntie Mai-our ex-neighbour

Visitors for baby Wanie(2)

this one during second and third week

with Dr Hazira/auntie zie (day 8th)

captured by auntie zai....(day 9th)~sorry auntie...mama forgot to snap auntie n baby wanie~

with auntie Nofri (day 13th)

with auntie Ty and her daughter (day14th)

with auntie Mas and her husband (day 15th)

with auntie Azah (day 18th)

with auntie Aida her lil cute boy(day 19th)

Receive guests.......................when just step back to home sweet home...

Mama and baby Wanie was discharge from hospital on Sunday,23rd Jan, then after that we received few families from close friends(includes who?????families of auntie saba,auntie alisa,auntie nik,auntie nad,{auntie fiza,auntie zurina-in pictures with mama}the rest sorry...mama really forgot.... and they're also bring so many foods for us..

Thank you so much..{Hanya Allah yang dapat membalas jasa baik kalian-manisnya ukuhuwah di perantauan}

auntie zu(on mama's right) from liverpool

doa selamat from uncle miji

Thanks mak long...............

Last month during Maklong came here, she had bought for mama and us two slices of SR indulgence chocolate cake for meet mama's request.....

Maklong also bought some 'ole2 from Msia for us and mama 'needs' for her confinement this month.....Big thanks for Maklong.........'jasamu tetap dikenang'

Celebrate together....

Last 21st Dec...mama celebrate her success journey with her friends- Auntie Fida n Auntie Siti.....we're so happy too since we can have lunch with our best friend;Balqis..... 2 days before her back for good...

mama with Auntie Siti n Auntie Fida

and us too....

No more spicy food for mama.......

Pregnancy Heartburn is Common


Many women complain of heartburn during pregnancy. Heartburn during pregnancy is in fact one of the most common side effects of pregnancy. You may experience heartburn as a burning sensation in your throat or chest. Other women experience heartburn as a large lump like feeling in their throat or upper chest. Either way, heartburn is uncomfortable and best avoided or prevented if possible during pregnancy. Fortunately there are a number of simple steps you can take to minimize your heartburn woes during pregnancy.

Causes of Heartburn During Pregnancy
Many different causes result in heartburn during pregnancy. One of the primary reasons women develop heartburn during pregnancy is hormonal variations. Hormones, particularly progesterone, can relax the valve that normally prevents stomach acid from backing up into the esophagus. This can result in irritation and heartburn.

The simplest way to do this is to break your three large meals down into six smaller ones. That way you'll be eating during pregnancy roughly every 3 hours. This will help curb hunger pangs. What you don't want to do is eat a full size meal six times every day, as you will be getting much more than the recommended 300 extra calories every day. Think about 1/2 the size of your ordinary meal. Most women will get roughly 400 calories at each sitting, though this will vary from woman to woman depending on your individual body composition, activity level and caloric needs.

Indigestion and heartburn also are common during the third trimester. This typically results when the growing size of your uterus places increasing pressure on your intestines and stomach. This can promote stomach acids passing into the esophagus and therefore heartburn.

Treating Heartburn During Pregnancy
While you can't adjust your hormone levels or stop your uterus from growing while pregnant, there are some simple measures you can take to help reduce heartburn and in some cases prevent it altogether. Here are some tips for minimizing the discomforts of heartburn during pregnancy:


* Eat several small meals during the day instead of three large ones. This will help reduce the pressure on your stomach and help ease the digestion process.

* Avoid foods that are spicy or overly fatty, as this can contribute to heartburn in pregnancy.

* Always eat at least one hour before laying down at night. Laying down shortly after eating will contribute to heartburn. Some women find they feel best if they allow at least two hours between eating and laying down, whether for a nap or for bedtime.

* Eat plenty of yogurt or try some milk if you experience frequent heartburn. These foods can help reduce heartburn symptoms.

* Avoid drinking lots of fluids during meals, which can distend your stomach and contribute to heartburn.

* Try chewing some gum after meals, which may help neutralize stomach acids and reduce heartburn.

* Avoid caffeine and carbonated beverages that can also contribute to heartburn.

* Avoid wearing clothes that are too tight or that pinch at the waist. This can also contribute to heartburn.

* Avoid spices and hot sauces as well as certain condiments including ketchup or mustard.

* Avoid tomato and tomato based products including marinara sauce, which for some may contribute to heartburn.

* Try mixing some honey with your milk, which can also ease the burn and discomfort of heartburn.

* Try over the counter antacids such as Tums to relieve severe heartburn. Check in with your healthcare provider first. Most antacids are considered relatively safe to use during pregnancy, but you should always check the label and ask your healthcare provider if you have any questions.

If none of these measures helps relieve your heartburn, check in with your doctor. They may be able to prescribe something stronger to relieve your discomfort. Some women who have heartburn problems before pregnancy might find their symptoms particularly difficult during pregnancy and may require more aggressive treatment.

Of course the most important thing to remember is as with all pregnancy side effects, this too will pass. In fact you should realize an abrupt improvement in your symptoms soon after delivery.

Our menu iftar from 9th until 16th.....

This period seems quite happening within had iftar with our friends and even though it is not everyday we have iftar at home only, sometimes we got invitation from close friends and neighbours and we got some guest too at home!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!mama also do not have to cook too much!!!!!!!!!

iftar menu for 9th Ramadhan-koorma(compulsory),plain rice, mixed tomyam and 'bubur jagung' and hot tea
for sahoor- same as iftar menu............

iftar menu for 10th Ramadhan- koorma(compulsory),'nasi goreng pattaya', ['tempura prawn',sweet n sour seabass,marble pudding and lychee as drinks]@ complimentary by neighbour;auntie Lisa since iftar at her home..abah had outstation today ; for sahoor- 'nasi goreng pattaya'(abah),['plain rice','ayam masak kicap'](mama), hot tea.

iftar menu for 11th Ramadhan-koorma(compulsory),Jazeera' half chicken rice[from Jazeera arabian restaurant],'murtabak','satay','nasi himpit n peanut sauce'[complimentary by auntie Fiza], chocolate cake[complimentary by auntie Zue],hot tea, lychee kang n cinchau(why so many menu???- mama bought from Bazar ramadhan HELWA Manchester; hehehehe...no cookings today)and we have two family join with us iftar together-auntie Fiza and auntie Zue ;
for sahoor- just leftover during iftar only

iftar menu for 12th Ramadhan-koorma(compulsory),spicy chicken fried rice,'cucur udang', murtabak(yesterday's leftover)and hot tea
for sahoor-'plain rice','ayam masak kicap',fried pak choy,'telur dadar' and hot tea plus warm water

iftar menu for 13th Ramadhan-koorma(compulsory),[nasi tomato,'ayam masak merah''dalca daging','acar timun']@ complimentary by auntie Ila since iftar at her home by invitation, fried mee hoon(mama's cooking), KFC platter[complimentary by auntie Azah],'bubur kacang'[complimentary by auntie Mas],hot tea,orange and warm water plus grape as fruit
for sahoor- left over set of nasi tomato complimentary by auntie Ila('tapau' from her)and mama's fried mee hoon and hot tea

iftar menu for 14th Ramadhan-koorma(compulsory),still on left over set of nasi tomato,mama's 'cucur udang', another complimentary by neighbours; 'buah melaka and 'sagu gula melaka', nescafe o'...
for sahoor-left over set of nasi tomato complimentary by auntie Ila('tapau' from her)and nescafe o'......

iftar menu for 15th Ramadhan-koorma(compulsory),[set of mee rebus Muar,'plain rice', meat curry,mixed fried vegetables,spicy fried chicken,tropical fruit juice,mango juice,hot tea,hot coffee]@ complimentary by neighbour's house; auntie Mai since iftar at her home by invitation, ['daging goreng kunyit'and fried lady finger(by mama),'special serimuka'[complimentary by auntie Ila],'surat bungkus@vietnamese food[complimentary by auntie Lisa] and grape[complimentary by auntie Izah]
for sahoor- 'plain rice','daging goreng kunyit', meat curry and 'dalca daging' and hot tea

iftar menu for 16th Ramadhan-koorma(compulsory),[USA fried rice,akok{mama's cooking}],[plain rice, grilled fish and prawn, salmon curry,spicy fried chicken,'kerabu mangga muda,'ikan kering goreng', 'kuah durian' as 'moreh'after tarawih,soya water, nescafe, hot tea]@complimentary by neighbour's house; auntie Lisa since iftar at her home by invitation, 'kuih vadai'[complimentary by auntie Ila] and pau[complimentary by auntie Izah], nasi goreng 'spore' and roti jala[complimentary by auntie Mai]
for sahoor- USA fried rice , 'singgang lady finger(bendi)' and warm water

Fasting month to us....

Today is already 8th ramadhan.....among us only zimah already start to learn how not eat and drink in a day in Ramadhan month even not in full day yet.....maybe for those who are same age with her already have ready for their full term fasting, but zimah just start fasting this year...so zimah have to learn it gradually....in addition her lil sisters always 'goda' her within eat in front of her...zimah have to struggle for it..even though mama always ask them for not doing so....!!!!!!!!!!

1st ramadhan-she manage for fasting around 5 hours without sahoor(mama try wakes zimah up, but zimah didn't)
2nd ramadhan- she manage for fasting around 7 hours within sahoor
3rd ramadhan- she manage for fasting around 8 hours again and zimah had a tummy-ache
4th ramadhan- she manage for fasting around 5 hours again due to tummy-ache
5th ramadhan- she manage for fasting almost 6 hours only, due we went to win yip bought groceries, mizah ask ice-cream from abah then zimah attracted for it!!!!!!!!!!!
6th and 7th ramadhan- she manage for fasting around 7 hours again
8th ramadhan- little bit improvement-within proper sahoor, zimah manage for fasting almost 12 hours..well done dear...whereas here(Manchester) we have to fasting almost 17 hours....hopefully she will have more improvement day by day................

iftar menu for 5th Ramadhan-koorma(compulsory),plain rice, sweet n sour seabass and fried pak choy(sawi),'kuih ketayap' and hot tea
for sahoor- all of us(mama,abah and zimah exclude mizah and hanie okay...) are miss this sahoor...huaaaaaa....

iftar menu for 6th Ramadhan- koorma(compulsory),'nasi lemak pandan leaves', prawn sambal,cucumber as salad,'bubur kacang' and hot tea' ; for sahoor- leftover during iftar only

iftar menu for 7th Ramadhan-koorma(compulsory),plain rice,'masak lemak perut n nangka(jackfruit),yesterday's leftover 'bubur kacang',given pudding by neighbour(thanks a lot!!!!!!),sunquick ice(next day mama feel so weak..no more ice during oftar okay!!!!) and hot tea(for abah) ; for sahoor- leftover during iftar only

iftar menu for 8th Ramadhan-koorma(compulsory),'meehon soup north style'; mama feel some weird taste since mama put potato in the soup so during sahoor can take with plain rice,..hehehehehe...save meal!!''kuih bakar', hot tea and also 'roti surai' given by neighbour(thanks a lot!!!!!!) ; for sahoor- plain rice, meat/bone soup(sup tulang)-same soup as during iftar and warm water

until today...zimah,mizah and hanie always being as mama's taster of food even though they never mention the lackness of the food...hahahahahaha...e.g like today..mama forgot to put the salt to the soup..only then, mama and abah had an iftar we realised it.....ermmmmmmmm...

~~sorry the pictures of food will not taken due to some reason.......~~~~
(bukan sedap mana pun...mama is too shy to praise her own cooking......)

Irdina with her lil sister(Imanina) and lil brother(Izzudin)
Tomorrow(19th August) is Irdina's 8th birthday....we wish her happy birthday and may happy always....hopefully by next year, we can meet again...amin......

Last weekend's maktok with us.........

The Lowry @ Salford Quay......if abah and mama finish their study ..they will have their graduation here...insyaallah...

@Jazeera's , have lunch last Sunday with half chicken rice and qabily pillow(pictures taken, mama don't want put here..to avoid anybody...'terliur'...): compulsory place for any Malaysian came to Manchester!!!

@ Meadow's Hall, Sheffield...on the way back from carboot J29 to Manchester, not shopping here because already shopped till drop at...............................

Big Carboot J29

This carboot so marvelous!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Weekend holiday......

Last weekend's holiday......we had visited somewhere place at north east of england and we dedicated this entry for our lovely maktok who will leave us for another 2 weeks more....huhuhuhu.....

First hotel that we stayed at Sunderland

Sunderland beach...just opposite with the hotel....

Mizah .....always say no for picture....(especially when Mizah no mood!!!!!)

Maktok had breakfast with mama in the pullman lodge cabin of old train

Angel of North,Newcastle

Gateshead Millenium Bridge

Background of The Sage

On the Gateshead Millenium Bridge

Carbooting at Seaham Carboot...

Lunch cum Dinner at Coleman Fish,South Shields....off course the menu is Fish and Chips

Second hotel....Campanile Hotel,Washington

@Botanic Garden,Durham University