The Moll is in the House

On Deepavali morning, we received delivery of Irfan's new table. We paid for it during the weekend and we got the people from the shop to come over and install it for us. Irfan had been all excited since the weekend about the table. He picked the finish himself, even though we were keen for him to have a different unit.

The other unit would be for Idlan, but we had to wait for my next paycheck before I could pay for that one. Put it this way, it was not cheap. But from the build and also its attachment, it should last a very long time. A very sturdy table, and could be adjusted as the boys grow up.

The triangular compartment that Irfan could not get enough off.It came with a placeholder for books..... but not new chairs

Next month, it would be Idlan's turn. His unit would be wider, with a bigger drawer. He has not yet picked the finish. After that would be the chairs, followed by study lamps.

Happy Deepavali

Happy Deepavali to all my Hindu friends and colleague. Hope that this festival of lights would bring you joy and prosperity.

As for me, it would be a day off - but got to do a ward round however. While a few friends would be heading towards Brickfields armed with their camera for a spot of street photography. Good luck to them as well.

Have a great day all around.

Predictably Unpredictable

The weather in the last few weeks had been unpredictable - well, predictably unpredictable. It tended to be glorious sunshine in the morning, on the way to work. By the time you were done with the day, it would be pouring. And we were talking proper rain here - the ones with cats, dogs and other furry animals.

It looked like that would be the case again today. It certainly is nice and warm outside while I was in clinic ……

Update on Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at 6:57PM by Haris Abdul Rahman

Yes. It rained heavily later in the afternoon.

The Big Read

As I mentioned, I picked up Steve Jobs biography yesterday and managed a couple of chapters before bed last night. It was rather absorbing, and tomorrow being a holiday, I might be able to burn through a few more chapters tonight. I was initially hoping to listen to the mp3 version of the book, but it won't be the same thing.

The first chapter revolve around issues he had with his parents - both biological and adopted. How he came close to his only real sibling - writer Mona Simpson. The impression I had was, Steve was a young arrogant man. He demanded high standards and looked down upon those who did not meet his expectations.

Looking forward to the rest of the book then …..

Lunch Escapade

I decided to venture out during lunch time today. I had been starving all morning, but since the traffic coming into Subang was rather heavier than usual today, I decided to wait until lunch before I get out. I escaped early as I did not have any clinic and went over to Sunway Pyramid. The place was still empty at the time. A quick sushi then I was off. But I had some time to explore the place.

The famous skating rink at the lower ground floor.The Deepavali decorations were in full swing

There were plenty of eatery around there, and the only way to get in and out of there quickly would be to get in before noon. By the time the afternoon crowd hit the place, parking would be a nightmare.

I left the carpark - which was almost full to the brim just before 1. By the time I reached the hospital, my phone went off. There was an emergency I needed to attend. So, off I ran up the stairs, in the nick of time. I also bought a book while I was there ….. but more on that later!