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		<title>Our Wedding Video -Nikah and JB Reception</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 12:42:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I&#8217;ve finally had some time to do some basic video editing and upload a short 10-min clip on my Akad Nikah and Wedding reception in JB   Now everyonce can see my panic face, happy face on the biggest day of my life. Enjoy!

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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I&#8217;ve finally had some time to do some basic video editing and upload a short 10-min clip on my Akad Nikah and Wedding reception in JB <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' />  Now everyonce can see my panic face, happy face on the biggest day of my life. Enjoy!</p>
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		<title>Wedding: Days After &#8211; Random Photos :)</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 14:48:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[With the conclusion of The Honeymoon Series, i am at the end of the &#8220;Wedding Coverage&#8221;. The magic will continue throughout our life and we pray for the best for us, Amin. 
Just would like to share some misc. behind the scene photos throughout the wedding month last december. In no particular order, enjoy these [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With the conclusion of The Honeymoon Series, i am at the end of the &#8220;Wedding Coverage&#8221;. The magic will continue throughout our life and we pray for the best for us, Amin. </p>
<p>Just would like to share some misc. behind the scene photos throughout the wedding month last december. In no particular order, enjoy these photos:</p>
<p>One of the best Seafood Buffet. I still dream of its FRESH OYSTERS!<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00020.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The best part after-wedding&#8230;.gifts, lots of gifts..<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00315.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>View from the balcony of my in-laws house in Straits View, overlooking DAnga Bay and Singapore. Awesome view..<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00388.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>One of the nights after the reception in JB, I went out for a family dinner with my new extended family <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' />  We went to Senibong, a place 45-mins drive from JB City.</p>
<p>Famous for it&#8217;s fresh and delicious SEAFOOD!<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00368.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Yummy<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00357.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Wash it out with GIANT GLASS of FRESH ORANGE!<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00339.jpg" alt="" /> </p>
<p>I also tried some other delicious food in JB.</p>
<p>Restoran Amy ZZ, famous for it&#8217;s Mee Rebus Tulang! Superb!<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00512.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The Lontong KEring is also not bad..<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00506.jpg" alt="" />  </p>
<p>Danga Bay is also good at night, with its own fun fair carnival, live music, nice place and GOOD FOOD!</p>
<p>My Fav Restauraunt at Danga Street Mall<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00433.jpg" alt="" /> </p>
<p>Ayam Penyet&#8230;<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00444.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Grilled Fish in Banana Leaves with lots of Chilli!<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00449.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Cockles with Chili<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00456.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>While we were in Danga Bay, had my 1st experience with FISH SPA!</p>
<p>Rumah Limas, less glamarous and comercial compared to Fish Spa in Klang Valley but same thrill.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00462.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Jiji enjoying herself&#8230;<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00465.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>While i suffer&#8230;literally&#8230;.Fish Spa is not for EVERYONE!<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00469.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>and some photos from my side of reception as well in Shah alam&#8230;</p>
<p>The &#8220;Planning Board&#8221;<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00614-1.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The Door Gifts&#8230;from Acheh..<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00545.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The EGG! More about the preparation of these eggs can be read somewhere on my bro&#8217;s blog <a href="http://azrin138.wordpress.com">here</a>.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/kahwinrandom/DSC00626.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>That&#8217;s it! <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' />  Thank you for reading all the posts about my wedding. Look forward for more crazy, exciting posts in the future&#8230;.</p>
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		<title>Honeymoon in Greece &gt;&gt; Part 4</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 16:00:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We arrived at our hotel/villa/suite whatever you call it and was amazed by how calm and quiet Santorini is during winter. It’s super crowded during summer and busy during other seasons but winter is almost dead. Not good news for someone who are looking for adventure and things to do but perfect for honeymoon couple [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We arrived at our hotel/villa/suite whatever you call it and was amazed by how calm and quiet Santorini is during winter. It’s super crowded during summer and busy during other seasons but winter is almost dead. Not good news for someone who are looking for adventure and things to do but perfect for honeymoon couple from Malaysia that just want to do simple sightseeing, relax and away from my normal busy routine. </p>
<p>This is part 4 of my Honeymoon Trip Report</p>
<p>Part 1 can be read <a href="http://www.azuanzahdi.com/index.php/2009/02/17/honeymoon-in-greece-part-1/">here</a>, Part 2 can be read <a href="http://www.azuanzahdi.com/index.php/2009/02/17/honeymoon-in-greece-part-2/">here</a> and Part 3 can be read <a href="http://www.azuanzahdi.com/index.php/2009/02/17/honeymoon-in-greece-part-3/">here</a> </p>
<p>Most bars, clubs and hotels are closed during winter months but for those few that opens they offer special winter price which is really a bargain.</p>
<p>So because of winter I could afford this Honeymoon Suite for Euro140 per night. (Normal price Euro220)</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01518.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>It’s on a cliff so we had to go down almost 50 steps to reach our hotel. With 2 suitcase, it can be challenging. Lucky we have Mr Adreas to help us.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01678.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Our suite from outside…<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01077.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Worth the money….beautiful and spacious…<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01081.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>From the reverse angel..<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01090.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Comes with a personal Hot Tub…NICE!<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01093.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>And a kitchen…don’t laugh at my stocks…at least I didn’t bring my ‘periuk’! <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_razz.gif' alt=':P' class='wp-smiley' /><br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01174.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>For the few days in Santorini, we woke up, open our room door and get this view straight away…now that’s a good life!<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01211.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>When I thought that’s the best that could happen, I was wrong… Breakfast served at our own private terrace by again Mr Andre, who by the way is also the cook and handyman.<br />
I just love the view. Breakfast could not be better…<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01232.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Our daily routine was to go sightseeing and to make things easy, we decided to rent a car. It’s winter season so traffic is not too bad and it’s a small island anyway. So we decided to take advantage of renting a car that I will never afford to drive in Malaysia….</p>
<p>A Smart for 2!!! For 35 Euro a day.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01284.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>As you can see in the photo above, this cute baby is not only a pleasure to drive but also very easy to park. We literally parked at the Black Beach and hang out there….we got almost the whole 5-10 km stretch to ourselves…..<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01294.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Driving the smart for 2 was fun bu can be tricky due to the “drive on the other side of the road” factor and tight curves around the island’s coastal road.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01364.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>From the highest point of the island. awesome view.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01486.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>We also visited the Red Beach. All these places can be seen on the movie “Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants”<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01333.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Santorini is also the place for those with much cooler and better cameras than mine <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_razz.gif' alt=':P' class='wp-smiley' /><br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01518.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>My current facebook photo…just love the scenery at the back..<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01563.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Santorini, Oia in particular is famous for its sunset…<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01619.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>A nice truck…<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01753.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Christmas celebration still going on <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /><br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01755-1.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The fierce-looking cat of Santorini!<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01224.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>In general, Santorini is a good if not one of the best Honeymoon Destination that I can imagine. It’s very romantic. </p>
<p>Even the fierce cat is also romantic….<br />
[<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney4/DSC01227.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Coming up next, the last part,…..flight back home. I hope I’m not making you guys bored! hehe </p>
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		<title>Honeymoon in Greece &gt;&gt; Part 3</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 13:58:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From Athens, we made our move to Santorini Island! Being an aviation fan, this post covers the flight to Santorini. &#8230;.after 1 night in Athens, we made our move for Santorini Island, our main honeymoon destination where we spent 4 days of R&#038;R and sightseeing…
This is part 2 of my Honeymoon Trip Report
Part 1 can [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From Athens, we made our move to Santorini Island! Being an aviation fan, this post covers the flight to Santorini. &#8230;.after 1 night in Athens, we made our move for Santorini Island, our main honeymoon destination where we spent 4 days of R&#038;R and sightseeing…</p>
<p>This is part 2 of my Honeymoon Trip Report</p>
<p><a href="http://www.azuanzahdi.com/index.php/2009/02/17/honeymoon-in-greece-part-1/">Part 1 can be read here</a>     and      <a href="http://www.azuanzahdi.com/index.php/2009/02/17/honeymoon-in-greece-part-2/">Part 2 can be read here</a></p>
<p>We chose to fly instead of the 7-8 hours ferry/cruise due to the unpredictable winter weather. So we were back at Elefherios Venizelos Airport (ATH). We purchased Aegean Airline tickets online few weeks before we got married and managed to get an OK price for the short flight. </p>
<p>I love ATH airport, nice simple terminal with good ambience and natural feeling. Here is a photo of many rows of check-in counter.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01018.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Aegean Airline allow counter check-in, kiosk check in and web check in. We decided to use the self-service to choose our own seats and then later dropped our bags at one of the check-in counter. </p>
<p>The boarding pass.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01027.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>To kill time, we had Fillet-o-Fish for lunch at McDonalds while I enjoyed this nice view.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01023.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>…and catch up with the family back home<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01029.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Yeah I know…something wrong about the photo above…hehe</p>
<p>Gate B28 for our flight…<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01032.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>A gate that is connected to a Bus…no, not Airbus but real BUS.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01034.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>After a short bus ride, we arrived at a remote aircraft parking, and here we are, the beautiful Avro RJ100.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01040.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Tail shot…<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01041.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The leather seats are 2&#215;2 with nice pitch for a Regional Jet.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01042.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>I managed to con…err I mean convince my wife to allow me to have her window seat..<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01044.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Some stuff in-flight<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01045.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The Inflight Magazine…(can take home!)<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01047.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The crew was strict about electronics including DSLR so I could not get many photos on-board. </p>
<p>Take-off after a very short run…..NICE VIEW!<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01049.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>I love this Avro  shades…<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01050.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The light refreshment consists of sweets, peanuts and Orange Juice + Wet Towel and normal serviette.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01055.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>We arrived in Santorini Island after a bumpy approach. Weather wasn;t good. Santorini receive very very little rain and even during winter it usually rains for 2-3 days in January. I was not too happy to know that the 2-3 day needs to be when I was there!</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01064.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Luckily that was the only rain <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' />  it was all sunshine for the rest of our stay in Santorini. </p>
<p>Santorini Airport is a combination of civil and military facility so photography was strictly prohibited. Nothing much to show anyway, the airport reminds me of the old Alor Star Airport. Very small, very manual, old and only a couple of flights per day.</p>
<p>We booked our Honeymoon Suite at a hotel called Mill House Suites after reading many good reviews about the place. More about this beautiful place in my next post tomorrow. </p>
<p>The hotel room came with free airport transfer.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01068.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>We arrived at Mill House which is in between Fira and Firostefani. A nice hotel by the cliff.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01137.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>A small 10-rooms hotel with this marvelous view.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01098.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>*breathless* seeing is believing…<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney3/DSC01094.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>>> TO BE CONTINUEd IN PART 4</p>
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		<title>Honeymoon in Greece &gt;&gt; Part 2</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 16:53:56 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[This is part 2 of my trip report to Athens and Santorini. Part 2 cover the sights of Athens from my Camera&#8217;s point of view. 
Part 1 can be read here. 
We were in Athens for 2 nights; 1 night before Santorini and another night after that. Our plan was to go crazy and be [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This is part 2 of my trip report to Athens and Santorini. Part 2 cover the sights of Athens from my Camera&#8217;s point of view. </p>
<p><a href="http://www.azuanzahdi.com/index.php/2009/02/15/honeymoon-in-greece-part-1/">Part 1 can be read here.</a> </p>
<p>We were in Athens for 2 nights; 1 night before Santorini and another night after that. Our plan was to go crazy and be a tourist in Athens and chill out and be a honeymoon loving couple in Santorini. So while we were in Athens, we spent most of the time sightseeing and SHOPPING!</p>
<p>We started Athens on the wrong foot&#8230;.we were &#8216;ripped off&#8217; by the taxi driver. Prior to our honeymoon, I did some research and made a mental note that taxi cost about Euro30-40 from the Airport to Plaka. I was convinced that everything was ok since the driver insisted that he’susing the meter. Only when we arrived in Plaka, I was shocked to see the meter showed Euro60 as the total fare! I got no choice but to pay. Luckily all my other taxi rides were all OK.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC00817.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The taxi driver was one ‘crazy’ man for charging me a different rate but he gave me a funny advice “Sir, your life will be different, I know you want to spend most of your time in Athens sightseeing, but you;ll ended up spending more time shopping” …well he is right <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_razz.gif' alt=':P' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
<p>For our short stay in Athens, we stayed in cheap Hermes Hotel located strategically near to all the attractions and historical site. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC00832.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>It is so strategic that we were in the center of demonstration and so called ‘riots’ that happened throughout our stay in Greece. We felt safe as they do not bother to disturb tourists. Hermes Hotel is highly recommended for its location, good breakfast and nice but small and clean rooms. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC01794-1.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>After 2 flights, 13 hours in plane and 6 hours of transit in DXB, we were eager to explore Athens and after checked in went straight to explore the city. </p>
<p>The famous Syntagma Square with the huge Christmas tree that was brought down few times by the rioters.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC00847.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Also in Syntagma Square…Christmas Deco. This Mat Misai trying to take my JIJI away hehe <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_razz.gif' alt=':P' class='wp-smiley' /><br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC00867.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The best gift that I got <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /><br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC00850.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Across the road, the Parliament.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC00871.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>And the Guard!<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC00873.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The next day before our flight to Santorini, we had a quick tour and shopping for souvenirs. Some sights of Athens from my camera:</p>
<p>The famous Acropolis.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC00971.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC00957.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>View from top of Acropolis….awesome isn’t it..<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC00915.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>It was freezing cold 9 degrees and raining cats and dogs but we were crazy enough to explore and walk for miles and miles! And to have this view, it’s worth it!</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC00961.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Public transport is quite affordable and efficient.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC01853.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>We went shopping at the Monastiraki Flea Market.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC01883.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Nice design..<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC01873.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>These sights also caught my eyes…</p>
<p>Buah Berangan and Corn Seller…<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC01885.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Trojan..<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC01880.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Clear Message don’t you think? hehe<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC01876.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Typical, tea and juice delivery…<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/mwingshoney2/DSC01881.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>If you think these photos are cool, wait till you see the Santorini photos coming up soon&#8230;</p>
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		<title>The Wedding: Part 4 &#8211; Wedding Ceremony in Shah Alam (Night)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:41:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Magical. 
If there’s one word to describe the whole ‘getting married’ process from the time I popped out the question, to engagement day, wedding preparations, solemnization and the ceremonies, it has to be the word “Magical”. 
And what better way to celebrate a magical journey other than a blast ending. It was the finale of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Magical. </strong></p>
<p>If there’s <strong>one word</strong> to describe the whole ‘getting married’ process from the time I popped out the question, to engagement day, wedding preparations, solemnization and the ceremonies, it has to be the word “<strong>Magical</strong>”. </p>
<p>And what better way to celebrate a magical journey other than a blast ending. It was the finale of a series of feast, ceremony that was held in JB and Shah Alam. After half a day entertaining guests coming to the daytime session of the wedding ceremony, we were half dead but nevertheless excited for the wedding dinner function at home. </p>
<p>For previous posts on other parts of the magical journey, click on the links below:</p>
<p>a) <a href="http://www.azuanzahdi.com/?p=211%2@    8otos in JB</a><br />
b) <a href="http://www.azuanzahdi.com/?p=212">Wedding Ceremony in Johor (Jiji&#8217;s side)</a><br />
c) <a href="http://www.azuanzahdi.com/?p=213">Wedding Ceremony in Shah Alam (Day)</a><br />
d) <a href="http://www.azuanzahdi.com/?p=214">Wedding Ceremony in Shah Alam (Night)</a><br />
e) Honeymoon in Greece (few parts)<br />
f) Behind the scene</p>
<p>The idea of having two sessions came from my family who thought that we never had the chance to meet and spend much time with close friends, family members and relatives during a normal Malay wedding because of the high number of guests. It was to some extent true as during the daytime ceremony, we hardly had any chance to seat or spent more than 5 minutes with one particular guest. </p>
<p>So just right after the last guest left the hall, me and Jiji had our late lunch together with my family finishing off the leftovers from the VIP table. We later hitchhiked on my wingman’s kelisa back to our home for a quick 15 minutes outdoor shooting. </p>
<p>5:00pm &#8211; I went to check on the preparation at home. It was an intensive preparation. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/malam/DSC_8272.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>5:30pm – I took a nice refreshing shower and Jiji started another 2-hour of make-up session. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/malam/DSC_8253.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>That night the theme was ‘Back to Kampung” which really translates into comfortable traditional style outfit, food and decoration. Without the budget of Ning Baizura, I can’t get real life goats or cows as decorations but I got the next best thing, plants and nice set of tents etc.</p>
<p>7:30pm – Performed Maghrib prayers and get ready for the finale. We were ready to go at 8:00am but were told to wait for the guests to settle down as there were more guests coming at a later time. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/malam/DSC_8447.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>8:30pm – We finally walked the right carpet again with the sweet background sound of “Selawat”. I had a nice view of my parent’s house garden and could not believe my eyes. It was so beautiful…</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/malam/DSC_8511.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Escorted by the sound of “Tercipta Untukku” specially remixed by me to fit my 2 minutes walk, we walked to the pelamin passing through our closest family members, relatives, neighbors and best friends. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/malam/DSC_8637.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>08:35pm – We were seated on the garden’s gazebo with flashing cameras and a vide camera providing live feed to the guests sitting on the upper section of the garden. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/malam/DSC_8540.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The homemade pelamin was designed by my dad’s friends who really had no experience at all. They were bored and felt like contributing something to the wedding, hence the idea to build one homemade fantasy pelamin. The rest as they said was history… </p>
<p>I was told it has the element from “Ayat-ayat Cinta” where there are roses and floating elements. I say it’s a superb design and well executed <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
<p>08:45pm – Prayer’s Recital by my “Brother”, Ustaz Din.</p>
<p>09:00pm – The beginning of an Aceh tradition. Since my mom ancestors are from Aceh and all of us can speak and understand the language, we decided to have some Aceh elements into the ceremony. It was the “Menyunting” ceremony where the bride and groom were ‘approved’ by parents and relatives from both side by putting ‘sticky glutinous rice’ or pulut at the back of our left ear. Weird? Yes for first timers but really the symbolic element is to ‘cool down’ and accept the new addition to the family. Sort of la kot…</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/malam/DSC_8548.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/malam/DSC_8564-1.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>09:20pm – With the background sound of “Ayat-ayat Cinta” we walked into the main table to join the guest for a nice kampong style white rice dinner. Yummmmyyy….Ikan Masin, Gulai Lemak, Ulam, Sambal Belacan, Ayam Goreng..yummy…</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/malam/DSC_8652.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>While we were entertained by my friends who ‘contribute’ few songs. Kudos to them despite the tremendous pressure, low tech equipment, no practice and last minute planning, they pulled off a decent show. Of course there are parts where they were not at the ‘best tone’ but they entertained many with most of the songs. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/malam/DSC_8699.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>09:45pm – We went back to the gazebo and cut a 3-layers cake. Nobody briefed me that all three layers are mock, hence it took me a while and I almost spoil the cake. Hehehe that’s why anyone should have rehearsal! </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/malam/DSC_8763-1.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>10:00pm – We were then told that there’s a surprise from my Dad. He had discreetly hired a nice instrumental band with their drums and flutes that played awesome tunes for a solid 1 hour. It was a pleasant surprise and we enjoyed every second of it and I’m sure most of the guests enjoyed it too. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/malam/DSC_8774.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Before we knew it, it was all over, we went round and spent a good time laughing and sharing small talks with the beloved guests. My friends took turn karaoke-ing and me and Jiji were asked by friends to sing ‘our song’ of Jangan Pisahkan.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/malam/DSC_9029.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Overall it was a magical night to top off a fantasy journey. I can’t say it enough but many many thanks to my family who organize the whole 2 ceremony without an event planner. Also to my friends, ex-SIFE students who proved to each other that we still got ‘the skills’ in organizing an event. I guess we still got our “German 2003” talent <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/malam/DSC_9087.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>I’ll next begin my trip report for Athens and Santorini! <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' />  till next time.</p>
<p>Note: All photos courtesy of <a href="http://anyevent.fotopages.com/">AnyEvent Photography</a>. Thanks Mr Jidin and Wife. Great job  </p>
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		<title>The Wedding: Part 3 &#8211; Wedding Ceremony in Shah Alam (Day)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 01:57:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The wedding photo series continue…
For other parts, please click on the below links.
a) Nikah Photos in JB
b) Wedding Ceremony in Johor (Jiji&#8217;s side)
c) Wedding Ceremony in Shah Alam (Day)
d) Wedding Ceremony in Shah Alam (Night)
e) Honeymoon in Greece (few parts)
f) Behind the scene
From Johor, a week later the festivities continue in Shah Alam for the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The wedding photo series continue…</p>
<p>For other parts, please click on the below links.</p>
<p>a) <a href="http://www.azuanzahdi.com/?p=211">Nikah Photos in JB</a><br />
b) <a href="http://www.azuanzahdi.com/?p=212">Wedding Ceremony in Johor (Jiji&#8217;s side)</a><br />
c) <a href="http://www.azuanzahdi.com/?p=213">Wedding Ceremony in Shah Alam (Day)</a><br />
d) Wedding Ceremony in Shah Alam (Night)<br />
e) Honeymoon in Greece (few parts)<br />
f) Behind the scene</p>
<p>From Johor, a week later the festivities continue in Shah Alam for the wedding reception in Shah Alam. Dubbed as the “Menyambut Menantu” ceremony, there were two receptions on 3rd of January 2009. From 12pm-4pm in Dewan Kebudayaan Selangor in Section 7 and in the evening a smaller dinner reception at my house. </p>
<p>I will simply use photos to describe one of the best (not to say hectic) days in my life!</p>
<p>I woke up at 6:30 am after sleeping for only few hours. Being a SIFE guy, I simply can’t let people to to the show 100%. Somehow I felt it’s partly my responsibility to assist my family and friends in tying up the loose ends the previous night. Hence I only went to bed at 2am and 4 hours later I was already up for the big day.</p>
<p>I woke up and was told that everything until to the very detail of putting up signs to the venue have been taken care off. I’m glad to have a great family and friends.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/04012009.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>After Morning Prayer, Jiji and I went straight to preparing the ‘bride’s and groom’s room. We slept on the floor that previous night since our bed was already decorated with roses and all. The festivity mood is in the air as relatives start to drop by on that wet morning offering their bit of help.</p>
<p>10.00 am – The 2-hour makeup session begins. We hired the expertise of Sheila and Erina from S’flair Bridal and they are AWESOME! Their work are excellent, value for money but what I appreciate most is how professional and friendly these people are. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/27.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>I find it funny that Jiji took 2-hour to get ready and it took me like 2 minutes. Hehehe I guess it’s the advantage of being a guy <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_razz.gif' alt=':P' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
<p>12.00 noon – While waiting for the cue to go to the hall, we utilized a few minutes of ‘extra time’ to pose inside the empty house.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/58.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>12.30 pm – Time to roll. We begin another day of ‘smiling, shaking hands and pretending to know every single person we meet’! </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/62.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>12.45 pm – Arrived in Dewan Belia dan Kebudayaan Selangor with rounds of kompang, a traditional musical instrument. As the bride’s assistance could not make it due to health reason, my friend has to be the wingman for both me and Jiji. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/DSC_8008.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>1.00 pm – Walked on the red carpet with at least 50 cameras and 300 pairs of eyes on us at one time. What a feeling. Nervous? Yes Excited? Hell yes! We walked with the great sound of Selawat for the Prophet Muhammad as background. Awesome.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/69.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>1.15 pm – I opted not to ‘bersanding’ for the daytime ceremony as I think it’s a waste to have 2 pelamins and I’m not a big fan of bersanding anyway. So we went straight to the “Makan Beradab” which is where the bride and groom have lunch with the visiting jiji’s family and the rest of the guests. </p>
<p>The high-table<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/DSC_8081.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>2.00 pm – After lunch, we had the ‘pulut kuning’ ceremony. Just like cake-cutting but using pulut instead. I love this photo except for the fact that Selangor MB at the back <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_razz.gif' alt=':P' class='wp-smiley' />  Spoil the photo…</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/DSC03387.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>2.00 – 4.00 pm – For the 2 hours we were standing and shook hands with hundreds of guest thanking them for coming and shared laughters, stories, hugs and kisses. Awesome but tiring 2 hours!</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/DSC_9937.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>It’s impossible to share all the photos but some guest photos can be seen at my facebook album.</p>
<p>In the end, 1,000 + guests were entertained within a span of 4 hours and many smiles, handshakes, hugs and kisses were shared. In between guests, we managed to squeeze some spontaneous photos for our personal album.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/DSC_0138.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Most of the guests were my parent’s friends, family friends, relatives, colleagues and of course my friends. This is a common thing for a malay wedding feast. </p>
<p>But this is something not common!</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/DSC_0058.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>I love this idea from my dad who hired the clown to entertain the kids to ensure EVERYONE goes home with a smile <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
<p>I would like to extend my special gratitude towards my family for being the backbone of the wedding ceremony and of course for sponsoring it. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/DSC_0100.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>And also my friends who sleep late and wake up at 4am to ensure a great day for us <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/DSC_0173.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Thanks guys. We only had our real meal after 4pm. Just an hour before we begin the preparation for the night ceremony.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/DSC_0203.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The next part will cover the evening ceremony at home with of course more great photos.</p>
<p>Note: All photos courtesy of AnyEvent Photography. Thanks Mr Jidin and Wife. Great job <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
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		<title>The Wedding: Part 2 &#8211; Wedding Ceremony in JB (Jiji’s side)</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 11:39:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It’s Part 2 of the series. 
For other parts, please click on the below links.
a) Nikah Photos in JB
b) Wedding Ceremony in Johor (Jiji&#8217;s side)
c) Wedding Ceremony in Shah Alam (Day)
d) Wedding Ceremony in Shah Alam (Night)
e) Honeymoon in Greece (few parts)
f) Behind the scene
After the morning event of solemnization, I was officially a husband [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It’s Part 2 of the series. </p>
<p>For other parts, please click on the below links.</p>
<p>a) <a href="http://www.azuanzahdi.com/?p=211">Nikah Photos in JB</a><br />
b) <a href="http://www.azuanzahdi.com/?p=212">Wedding Ceremony in Johor (Jiji&#8217;s side)</a><br />
c) Wedding Ceremony in Shah Alam (Day)<br />
d) Wedding Ceremony in Shah Alam (Night)<br />
e) Honeymoon in Greece (few parts)<br />
f) Behind the scene</p>
<p>After the morning event of solemnization, I was officially a husband to Jiji and was welcomed to the family with smiles, and positive remarks. I was glad as I venture into this unknown territory of future role as a leader to my family. </p>
<p>Right after the solemnization, I went back to the hotel. I changed my baju melayu into something comfortable, grab a couple of 100 plus, packed-up and left to Jiji’s family house. </p>
<p>Along with my wingmen, we dropped by at Dewan Hayati, Kompleks Mawar for the rehearsal for the Ceremony the same night. It was a full-scale rehearsal involving the flower girls, family of Jiji, the band ‘gohead gostan’ and our best man and brides’ maid. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/cekoi2/DSC00065.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The only thing missing was the food…<sigh></p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/cekoi2/DSC00076.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Before I left, putting up a full scale banner at the entrance of the complex. Not everyday I can do this!</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/cekoi2/DSC00044.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>By 6pm I arrived at Jiji’s house to get ready for the function. I left my DSLR with my wingmen hence I got no photos of us getting ready. Official photographer will have it but I will not include it yet as it has not been edited yet. </p>
<p>8pm- While we were standing by and getting ready at the house, guests started to arrive in Dewan Mawar. Mostly relatives and friends of Jiji’s Parents and family.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/cekoi2/DSC02286.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>It was a nicely decorated hall with fresh flowers on the ‘pelamin’ and expensive tableware used for the main table.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/cekoi2/DSC02289.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/cekoi2/DSC02300.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>8.30pm – Jiji and me arrived at the hall. Red carpet treatment with the sweet sound of Selawat guiding us straight to the beautiful pelamin escorted by pretty flower girls.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/cekoi2/DSC02304.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/cekoi2/DSC02308.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/cekoi2/DSC02324.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>8.40 pm – Prayer recital by the same Imam who ‘akad nikah’ me in the morning.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/cekoi2/DSC02332.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>8.45pm – It was then the normal ‘merenjis ceremony’ I wish I can tell more but you have to wikipedia for more info as I myself was not sure about the rationale of the items being used. It has something to do with the tradition of Malay ancestors from past generations.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/cekoi2/DSC02343.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>There was no egg during rehearsal. I was really close to actually swallowing the whole thing. Luckily Jiji whispered to me “kiss the egg”!</p>
<p>9.00pm – We had dinner with the rest of the guests. It was full house and we were sitted at the main table. Awesome man! Good food…too bad can’t eat much </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/cekoi2/DSC02367.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>I’m a celebrity…door gift for all.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/cekoi2/DSC02368.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>9.15 pm – We had the cake cutting ceremony which was beautiful with live band playing “Aku dan Dirimu” as the muci background. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/cekoi2/DSC02379.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The rest of the event was shaking hands and thanking the guest for coming to our big day. Thank you to Jiji’s family for hosting a great ceremony, great food and lovely band playing all night. </p>
<p>After the guests went home, we started taking photos with families and close friends.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/cekoi2/DSC02400.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>For more photos, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=83377&#038;l=cbddc&#038;id=723134531">click on my facebook album here.</a> More photos will be uploaded once we receive the photos from official photographer. </p>
<p>Note: All photos for this part 2 are courtesy of <a href="http://azrin138.wordpress.com/">My Brother!. </a></p>
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		<title>The Wedding: Part 1 &#8211; Akad Nikah JB</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 05:55:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It has been 3 weeks since I got married and it’s about time I post the ‘stories’ behind this once in a lifetime adventure from a bachelor to a husband in a series of post exclusively on azuanzahdi.com.
Before i begin, allow me to thank all of you out there involved in the preparation of our [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It has been 3 weeks since I got married and it’s about time I post the ‘stories’ behind this once in a lifetime adventure from a bachelor to a husband in a series of post exclusively on azuanzahdi.com.</p>
<p>Before i begin, allow me to thank all of you out there involved in the preparation of our weddings. Thank you.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/thanksalot.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Part 1 covers the solemnization or ‘akad nikah’ which in the most important phase of the whole wedding event. The akad nikah is where a muslim malay officially be married according to Islam. </p>
<p>(All photos are courtesy of <a href="http://azrin138.wordpress.com/">my brother’s </a>Sonly Alpha 700)</p>
<p>On 26th Dec, a day before the akad nikah ceremony, my family and relatives traveled down to JB for the akad nikah and wedding dinner ceremony for the bride’s family. 3 cars from Shah Alam, a car from Alor Star, a car from Kuantan, 3 cars from Batu Pahat and 3 cars from KL all met up at JB for my big day.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.azuanzahdi.com/?cat=6&#038;submit=view">Preparations for the akad nikah ceremony goes way back few months earlier,</a> preparing for the wedding gifts, sourcing for funds to be used as ‘duit hantaran’, getting the necessary arrangements to be ready such as caterer, f&#038;b, logistics, video, photography, costumes, invites etc. It all goes to this 27th Dec 2008 weekend and the weekend after that. </p>
<p> On the way from Shah Alam to JB, I drove my altis with two of my best friends, <a href="http://zamil2020.blogspot.com">Zamil</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=777117263">Aie</a>. Despite many of my uncles and aunties advising me not to drive, I love my altis too much and driving kept my nerves calm for the 3.5 hours journey. Everything went as planned except when we almost reached JB when my car was flagged down by a police pajero for speeding. I was told by the officer that I was running at 130++ km/h. I am someone with dignity and never give away ‘coffee money’ to the police so I was ready to take the speeding ticket. As a last resort I tried apologizing and telling the officer the truth that I am really going for an akad nikah ceremony. He saw my baju melayu and some documents at the back seat and to my surprise he let us go with a friendly warning <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' />  I guess luck was really on my side…</p>
<p>Once we arrived safely in the hotel, I got my 2 little fingers on both hands dyed with henna as part of the berinai ceremony. The only thing missing was the ceremony as I got it in the comfort of my hotel room with the help of my sis-in law.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/DSC01925.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>27th Dec 2008 (Morning)</p>
<p>D-Day.</p>
<p>5.30am – Woke up early and wakes up my 2 best men. All set for a very long day.</p>
<p>6.00am – Had breakfast at the hotel coffee house the second they start serving breakfast.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/27122008.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>6.30am – Had the bath according to custom as ‘cooldown bath’ to make sure I’m calm throughout the day. Any 6.30 am bath with cold water and lime and flowers will make a human being cool! <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' />  Followed by Subuh prayer</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/27122008003.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>7.00am – Get ready with new pair of white baju melayu given during my engagement ceremony by my bride. Sampin is the same sampan worn by my brother during his akad-nikah as part of ‘turun-temurun’ family tradition. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/DSC01963.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>With the help of my mum, who spearheaded the coordination of our family for the wedding</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/DSC01954.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>And of course my best men</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/DSC01957.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>9.00am – Last minute preparation at the hotel lobby while waiting for the rest of the family to get ready</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/DSC01975.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Family photo</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/DSC01986.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>9.30am – My family delegation arrived at bride’s family house in Straits View. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/DSC02007.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Heart pounding while waiting for the imam</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/DSC02080.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>10.20am – The moment of truth. I am officially married. With a single verse, I an officially the husband of Nur Jihan Fadzil or Jiji in short.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/DSC02118.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Tears from my eyes started to flow as I was too happy and proud. Both of us were raised up in a very well-mannered family and now I take the hands of Jiji from her family. </p>
<p>I was asked to read few emotional paragraphs asking permission from Jiji’s parents to take her away. I was prepared for this moment but still it proved to be too emotional. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/DSC02182.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>11.00am – I thank God and still thanking God for what I get. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/DSC02201.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>11.15am – For the first time, Jiji take my hands as a husband. </p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/DSC02217.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>11.30am – Both families exchanged the wedding gifts.</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/cekoiz.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/wedding/nikah22.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>More photos on my <a href="http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=78910&#038;id=723134531">Facebook.</a> </p>
<p>I will continue with the next post on the wedding reception held in Kompleks Mawar JB on the same day. </p>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 05:16:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Yes, it is one of many reasons why I’ve not been posting on my own blog. I’ve been occupied with million of things to do as preparation for the big day coming very soon. 
One of the most frequently visited store is Jakel, a centre for bridal wear which offers the latest design patterns and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Yes, it is one of many reasons why I’ve not been posting on my own blog. I’ve been occupied with million of things to do as preparation for the big day coming very soon. </p>
<p>One of the most frequently visited store is Jakel, a centre for bridal wear which offers the latest design patterns and colours located at Masjid India. Jakel offers a wide variety of products from bridal wear to bedroom sets and they even boast of having the largest collection of silk in Malaysia with over 5,000 designs and colours.  Jakel also has a wide range to cater for wedding needs, dinner functions and special occasions</p>
<p>The best part is just like other stores in Jalan TAR, customers are expected to bargain for a reasonable price.</p>
<p>My fiancée takes the lead when it comes to shopping. We know our ‘areas of expertise’<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/DSC00123.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>With 4 floors of stuff, Jakel can be one confusing store<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/DSC00111.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Once the colors and materials have been chosen, it’s off to bridal/designer for design and tailoring.<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/12102008002.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Shopping occupy most of my weekend and some of the weeknights, on top of that I still have to prepare all the necessary wedding paperwork. One of it is the HIV test. It is now mandatory and I think it is a very good measures. I’m relieved to know that I’m HIV Negative (you never know right!~!)</p>
<p>The clinic&#8230;<br />
<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/16102008004.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The HIV test brought me for the first time in my life to a Government Clinic. Despite the rundown interior, it was good to spend some time there. The level of efficiency is quite good. I was number ‘120’ and the screen was showing ‘102’. I waited for only 30 minutes which is quite good for a public clinic standard. The test result was out within 5 minutes.  The staffs are friendly and being a fan of people watching, I had fun talking and meeting people from different walks of life. I even sat next to a ‘suspect’ who was in full orange lock-up suit, handcuffed and escorted by 2 cops</p>
<p>With so many things to do, I sometimes wonder what motivates me. Of course being me, I always try to make the best of things, finding things to drive my spirit up even on the worst case scenario. </p>
<p>For example, Jalan TAR where my tailor, Jakel and SFF are located is always crowded. Parking can be a nightmare and just last week it took me 2 hours to reach Jalan TAR from Jalan Tun Razak which normally takes 20 minutes. Yet I try to find a good motivation to go there almost once every 2 weeks. And I found this…</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/11102008008.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>One of the best Indian-style Nasi Bryinani. Available in the famous Restoran Insaf for a whopping RM11 per plate. </p>
<p>If Nasi Briyani does not motivates me enough, there’s always funny things to see in Jalan TAR like this sign in Jakel</p>
<p><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/azuan1880/11102008005.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>I never imagine Wayne Rooney is so famous in textile world <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_razz.gif' alt=':P' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
<p><img src="http://njmg.typepad.com/photos/uncategorized/2007/11/09/wayne_rooney_the_associated_press.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Of course, all these small things makes me lift my feet and sacrifice my weekends, but what motivates me the most is the fact that I’m going to marry my dream girl and that’s one hell of a motivation <img src='http://www.azuanzahdi.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' />  </p>
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