Last Night's Fireworks

Happy 2014

We enjoyed the firework display right from our balcony at the stroke of midnight tonight. Great view of Kuala Lumpur skyline, able to see from KLCC to Cheras. Not as spectacular as yesteryears, reflecting the current economic constraint as well as the decision to cordone off the traditional gathering place of Dataran Merdeka.

Partypoopers.

So, the four of us was at the balcony staring away. One of our neighbour must have hosted a New Year party judging from the cheers and whistles coming out from the unit. All looking towards the City Center. At least didn't rain.

So, to all my friends and colleagues, wishing all of you a great year ahead. Cheers to 2014. Cheerios to 2013.

Rush Hour

Just realised how busy the road in front of the apartment was during rush hour. It was a nightmare. Luckily it took me only 20 minutes to drive in as it was against the traffic, but I could imagine the headache should I be called in at this hour. I guessed the patient would have to wait then.

The boys had settled in nicely and Anita insisted on cooking tonight. We would be staying until after dinner as we might be taking a drive to get some yogurt and desserts later. Fancied something sweet. Luckily the drive would only 10 minutes.

As for now, I might as well enjoy some peace and quiet before the Maghrib prayers.

Overnight in Bangsar

I had to attend a meeting on Saturday afternoon while my boys were occupied at home doing revision for their Al Manaar exam next week. I could see that they were bored. I then suggested that we pack up and spend the evening at the apartment. Just to chill out if nothing else.

Everybody was happy.

So, right after the meetings, we drove to Bangsar, first for dinner and then to apartment with the boys already in their pyjamas.

We just sat in front of the TV - Battleship was on I thought - while flipping to check the football score. It must be about 2 in the morning when we finally slept.

We could do with that from time to time actually. Quite enjoyed it. And I only had a 10 minute drive for my Sunday Morning ward round this morning. And I was in a good mood ....

Price Hike

All morning, the talk in the mess was all about the new hike in the assessment fees around KL. Some of them were hit by 400% increase. They could afford it but what about the young middle class workers with young family. The increase would hit them hard. 

They actually have a point. And added to that the upcoming GST and plan to scrap cars more than 12 years-old, everybody were miffed. 

I was the youngest amongst them and could only listen. I was sure I would be feeling the heat of the increase on the months and years to come. Is there anything I could do about it?

For the meantime, I could only console myself with the football news and back page gossips. Distractions ....