Father's Day is a day honoring fathers and celebrating fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. It is celebrated on the third Sunday of June in 55 of the world's countries and on other days elsewhere. It complements Mother's Day, the celebration honoring mothers. It is a widely known celebration. -Wikipedia.
To some people, Father's day and Mother's day are not as important as Valentine's Day.Even in schools in Malaysia, Teacher's Day is more highlighted than these two celebration.I hate to say this, but most Malaysians underrated this 2 events even some said we shouldn't celebrate these special day because it's western tradition.Pour moi, such reason is absolutely unacceptable because if I accept such idea, it's also mean I admit that Westerners has better way to appreciate their parents.The numbers of parents being abandoned by their children has increased lately even there's some cases whereby they were abandoned after their savings or inheritance given to their children.
I'm thankful to God for giving me such wonderful parents who endlessly stand behind me thru my thick and thin.Only Allah knows what they are gone thru for me and my other siblings.Raising a family of 9 with a very small income was never an easy job for my father.It was full of blood, sweat and tears.He has to do part time jobs to pay our school fees and for years he didn't get the chance to but new clothes.For him, our good grades at school is better than new clothes because it represents a good future for his children.It would be a lie I say there's not even once I disagree with my father especially when boys issue are concerned.Yet, as I grew older and wiser (perhaps), I realised his actions and decisions was out of love for me.He also taught me to take care of my other younger siblings because if he is destined by God to 'leave' earlier, he wants the family to remain strong and united with me leading the pack.
I've seen a lot of my friends with full of regret after their parents gone.'I wish I had more time with Pa' or 'This is too soon' were the words that I often hear.Thus whenever this 'misfortune' happen, i told myself not to repeat the same mistake.I told myself to say thank you for every chances that I can get or to say sorry for every unhappy things that i've brought to them or to hug and kiss them for every chances given by God because no one knows( except Allah) when Izrail a.k.a Grim Reaper will come to our door step.So morale of my babbling is you can have tons of lovers but your parents are irreplaceable so be good to them while they are still with us.
p/s:To my father- Abdul Latiff Hj Idris, Happy Father's Day and I Love You with all my heart.
Friday, 18 June 2010
Tuesday, 8 June 2010
Journey to Middle Earth- Lord of the torchlights?
Thank you Allah!.I cant be thankful enough to God for allowing to pass the physical activities in Gua Tempurung, Perak.It is certainly unforgettable yet I really, really don't wish to do it again second time around.
There were 25 of us including 2 'Mat Salleh' tourist from UK- as for United Kingdom not Ulu Kelang.We took the Grand Tour of Gua Tempurung which also knowned as the toughest stage for Gua Tempurung.Before we started our so called journey, the chief Ranger brief us the dos and donts of caving inside there.If it wasn't because it's compulsory to join, not even RM1k can make me do it.(I'll consider if it is RM1m.).Still its all about patience and endurance.My other male colleagues were somehow enjoying it to the max as it was a rare opportunity for them to laugh at the bosses pathetic caving state( including me).
3 things I held on to complete the journey to middle earth- my own version.
1. I keep thinking of The Almighty- i told myself there's nothing to fear or greater but Him.
I believed He won't forsake me.
2. My kind friends and ranger Razis who never fail to extend their hand when I need help.
3. The thought of Lee Joon and my baby sis laughing at my face if I didn't make it till the
end.Their merciless ridicule and laughter is one thing I dont wish to keep in my memory
box.
So here some information on Gua Tempurung just in case anyone interested to go caving:
The Wondrous Caves
One of the most majestic white marble and limestone towers in Malaysia is the Gunung Tempurung. Concealed within this limestone massif is an intricate system of caves of various dimensions honeycombed inside the limestone hills. These caves are actually a breathtaking gallery of stalagmites and stalactites and other amazing rock formations which are superb speleogical wonders found only in this part of the world.
Tempurung Caves is located in Gopeng, Perak and can be reached from the North-South Highway by exiting through the Gopeng interchange (about 25km south of Ipoh).
Be prepared to enjoy the tranquility of rural village lifestyles as you drive by. You'll will see how simplicity works wonders in creating peace and harmony for the gentlefolks there. Truly a unique society, the social values here are only to earn an honest wage and help one another.
After you pass the village, you will pass through numerous former tin mining properties that have been converted into duck and fish farming activities. There are enough directional signboards that lead to the caves (Gua Tempurung) as soon as you clear the Gopeng Interchange.
Believed to have existed since early 8000 B.C., Gua Tempurung is probably the largest natural limestone structure in Malaysia.
Explore Perak's best-kept secret, the Tempurung Caves. One of the most majestic white marble and limestone towers in Malaysia. Concealed within the massif structure is an intricate system of caves filled with various combed dimensions.
Known to the locals as Gua Tempurung, the name conjures images of mystery and intrigue that ensures a peek into its deep and dark secrets. It comprises of five huge domes with ceilings resembling coconut shells.
Each of these domes have different calcium formations and marble that exist in differing temperatures and water levels.
These caves are famous for its breathtaking gallery of stalagmites, stalactites and other amazing rock formations that are superb speleological wonders, found only in this part of the world.
There are various tours into the caves being the main attraction here. These caves are located under the limestone hills and form tunnels that runs from east to west, nearly 1.9km in length.
Visitors can experience these tours with specific requirements of prior preparation. Certain tours such as the River Adventure Tours require visitors to bring a change of clothes and shoes. Torch lights and safety helmets are available for rent.
What to Bring- negligance may cost you unforgettable and embarassing moments:
- Good walking shoes- one of the group member came back with socks only.
- Change of clothes - unless you go for dry tour
- Towel - as per above
- Toiletries - as per above
- Insects Repellent - unless you wanna do blood donation for Edward the mosquitoes
- Torch Light - you will be blind with the absolute darkness without it.
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