Excitement for the Rolls I Will Rock!

 Dearest readers,

I cannot believe I have finally bought my first (with my own adult money) film camera. Well my actual first was a medium film camera, and a famous one - the Instax Mini 8. My sister presented me as SPM gift, if I am not mistaken. But nonetheless, it was a gift!

So I have been an avid fan of a film camera. Most probably because I grew up with my dad forever with his bulky film camera (fun fact: it was THAT bulky almost everyone thought it was a cam recorder lol). Dad took photos EVERYWHERE and EVERY TIME. I always get secondhand (or firsthand) embarrassment because he's just not ashamed at all? My goodness. Storytime! I remember I was attending my 'Hari Anugerah Kecemerlangan' for my PMR results at my former public school, and the VIP was the then Menteri Besar Tokmat. And if you follow some politics, he is indeed a favourable politician as compared to the previous Mohd Isa. Anyways.... partly because of this perseverance he has shown me that has made me admired film photos that it actually grew in me without me realising. 

And now, I have access to adult money. I worked my ass off, I'd like to spend on some things I would treasure. After consulting an industry film photographer for a beginner camera that is in the range of RM500 and below, he suggested me to find for "Canon Autoboy 2". So the search begins... I looked high and low on the internet - Carousell, eBay, amazon. Well, you name it. Only a few listings within my budget because apparently a lot of people are in pursuit of it. Probably because a few of K-Pop idols have been seen taking pictures/selfies with it. I was put off by the first and second time I was looking for it. I said to myself, let's sleep on it and see how my interest in a few days.

Following 6 weeks later, I gave it a try again and poom a listing on a Carousell -- a) the seller was trustable with many recent reviews; b) the price listed was within my budget - RM429 for the camera, original cover, 2 AA batteries and an expired Fujifilm Superia 200 for test; c) the description and pictures were so convincing. safe to say the seller knows his shit haha. I instantly messaged the seller and offered RM400 fast payment! And boom, within 5 mins, I put a hole in my pocket and OWN MY FIRST FILM CAMERA! The seller was also accommodative and generous with his tips for beginners. Next-day delivery and one-day shipment. Legit 11/10 buying experience. Please follow them on Instagram and Carousell. They go by the name @kamerakompak

THE CAMERA

• Canon AF35M II or Autoboy 2 Quartz Date (Japan edition) or Sure Shot (America edition)
• 35mm film camera
• First released in 1979 - the first automatic film camera! For a 42 years old camera, it is indeed impressive since like really everything is automated except for the flash. It has a button for that
• Some say it's bulky but I wouldn't regard it that way
• Plastic material and only weights 300m. My wrist wont hurt.

I'm still deciding on names for this camera. Any suggestions folks? Hahahaha yes, I name my non-living possessions lol.

I spent a few days exploring and understanding its functionality via readings and Youtube reviews. Also I came across old manuals from reddit available here. Can't believe it this guy/business entity gathered the whole ancient manuals hahaha. But really recommended to read through this!

So I have inserted the roll that was included in the mail. 36 exposures and I have used up about 6 shots. Ah! Excited to get it developed and processed! Too bad it's still full movement control order (MCO) now. Hopeful that it does not continue for I am absolutely exhausted of indoor isolations at home. Ceh drama! 

Till then, I will share the results once it's done. Any recommendation to where I can develop the rolls? Thanks

Sincerely,

Kemboja

 

Random at Work

Halo readers.

It’s FRI-YAYYYY!

Can’t believe it’s finally here because honestly, this week sucks! Miscommunication and our team synergy just dropped like cray cray. But truthfully that’s just the later “whys” in the Why-Why Analysis. The intensity was definitely triggered because the big boss did the ‘fear management’ styled then the dissatisfaction got translated down to the subordinates. Of course…

So anyways… it’s the Hari Raya celebration at work so I had to wear traditional attire which generally means wearing skirt. And my goodness… I do not fancy wearing skirt because it limits my movement. But that’s not my point. Actually, I wanted to point out that Koobs styled me today hehehe. I chose the top and bottom. He picked my tudung and helped me with the rest. Tucked the top out, pin in the bottom because it’s slightly big for me at the waist.

So… tadaaaa!

He got taste hehehe.

Love,

Mia!

Piece by Nurita Harith

My fellow readers...

I'm so blessed!

Alhamdulillah!

A dream came true again!

Last weekend, I finally gotten my hands into Nurita Harith's piece 

It's from the NH by Nurita Harith exclusive for Zalora.

But I bought it from her boutique in Bangsar because there's 20% off. I actually didn't plan to buy it. I was just so in love with her pieces and I ajak Koobs to go to the boutique so that I can see her pieces with my own eyes. Suddenly, Koobs' said, "Ok pilihlah mana nak, I subsidise separuh". 

HELLO! Freaking wHAt? Did I hear myself right?

Of course I jumped into the opportunity because I can definitely afford half of the price. So hahaha got it! sOooOOOoOOooOoOO HAAAAAAAPPPPPPYYYYYY!

Then we went and had our lunch in Jibby and Co, to fulfill my last pre-Ramadhan craving.

Another enormous love I have: SALMON!

My White Wedding Dress

My wedding dress.

Or as I call it, my nikah dress.

Every wedding sure is a different one. Some prefer to have a simple one and have grandeur honeymoon. Some don't care at all. Some wants both lavish and what not. But for my wedding, I have only one request from my then boyfriend. I did not care of how simple anything else are, but I wanted to feel like and be a princess on our big day. And princesses always have beautiful dress. So as you can tell, I spend quite a lot on my nikah dress. Quite an amount if you speak of a garment. But that dress..... it isn't just a garment to me. It is my princess dress. So....

My nikah dress.... safe to say, is my favourite dress of all now. I put so much love and thought on the concepts and how I want it to be. I dreamt of it being white in colour, off-white to be exact to avoid looking too dark on my skintone. Then, it needs to be body fitting, enough to accentuate my curves yet still modest. And dear Lord, my enormous love for pleats -- I would't miss it for the world to apply it on the dress. Pleats if done right, will always elevate the elegance in a garment. It appears simple but complicated to craft. Then you put together those french lace to give the delicate and feminine effect and as suggested by my dressmaker, silk crepe to bring the flow I desire. For its last touch, my dressmaker give its magic to the masterpiece, the 3D beadings. And my fellow readers.....  that is my dream came true, my dress came true. Really. Wallahi. I'm still in awe because I have so much love for the dress! 

It is definitely of every girl's dream kannn to be married in her white dress. Although I must abide to the fact that those white bridal dress will only be worn once. And that is during the solemnisation. That is also the main reason the millennial now improvised and used soft coloured fabrics to replace the white ones, to make it practical. Because of course, it would be a little bizarre wearing a white dress to occasions! Common colours would be pastel pink, blue, mint and nude. Even my dressmaker suggested me to have a soft blue dress. But my my, I want to only marry once and that one time I shall wear white dress like how our ancestors had it.

If I recall right, I went to four consultations with my dressmaker.

• First consultation (Sept 2018): We discussed on the idea and concept - whether he can make my dream dress. On the budget, the timeline. My inspiration was definitely Nurita Harith. I've always wanted to have her make my dress. But I also know, I could never afford her. So, I shared with my dressmaker, a lookbook for what I want.

Photo credits to Nurita Harith's website.

And he straight away sketched it.

The comparison for final look. I think my dressmaker did a marvellous job!
Photo on the left credit to Nurita Harith's website.

• Koobs' consultation (Oct 2018): Because we didn't want to have different person making our outfit for the same ceremony. So his measurement were taken.

• First fitting (March 2019): I fainted! Nuff said. Ok fine, joking but I instantly fell in love with the dress and the beading wasn't even sewed into!

The dress silhouette without the beadings

Absolutely love the looooong veil!

• Final fitting (April 2nd, 2019): I died! Hahahaha cantik sangat, terlalu love! 

And more pictures on our big day:

And if you don't know yet, the dressmaker is Sam from @samm_republic on instagram. He's based at Wangsa Maju, nearby LRT Gombak.


Love,
Mia

Change is OK

I have finally properly came up with a list of resolutions. New year came late but better late than never, ayy? Lol tipu je. Mainly because I was focused on my wedding so I was too lazy to think and change beforehand. Boo me all you want, I deserve that for my mental health haha.

& since I’m a married woman now, change is inevitable. Some dreaded, some welcomed. Read this article on The process is both overwhelming yet exciting. (Read this article on accepting change in your loved ones).

Hence, why the heck not to 2019’s theme: CHANGE IS OK. 

WHY #1: I want to change the way I spend my free time.
KPI #1: A book a month!

I realised how scrolling on social media has given me temporary pleasure and relaxation, but it has very little added value to myself and surrounding. That, besides giving me headache and rabun. So I’d like to pick up my old hobby, of reading books; self helps and romance. Actually, of any kinds if it allows me to enhance my vocabulary and myself honestly. This is of course simultaneously continuing with my all-time fav hobby for stress release – le SCRAPBOOKING/DIARY.

               

WHY #2: …

Actually I only have one at the moment hahaha :P Still thinking of more, definitely will update for my fellow readers!

Also, it's 6 May 2019, the first day of Ramadhan 1440. 

Have a blessed month to those observing the month.

May all our good deeds be accepted, and may it bring a permanent positive change to our souls!

Ramadhan Kareem, everyone!

Love,

Mia

Wedding Vendors

Hello everyone,

I have shared this to my friends and family on instagram because so... many... asked.
But here I am again sharing to my readers, and also for me to keep for the record :)

I really.... don't know how to express my gratitude to every vendors that have worked super hard to provide their best service for our big day. It was beautiful... magical... wish came true! MashaAllah may Allah bless them all! From the personnels we worked closely to the crew setting things up and on the day itself. Eventhough these vendors were discovered via instagram, it was a huge blessing for no mishaps had happened. Only little hiccups with prompt solution!

You know who's the real M.V.P? THOSE HASHTAGS!
Some tips: Try searching with this format #WhatYouWantPlace (e.g.: #muaseremban #hennaseremban)

I followed numerous of accounts for one particular aspects and spent a huge amount of time scrolling to suit my budget and taste (Actually, post wedding I cleared my following accounts, gila banyak almost 300 hahahaha). And within a month, I went for consultations and paid deposits for all the vendors, as below:

• Nikah Attire: @samm_republic (Update: Read more on this post)
• Wedding Planner: @weddinggaloresdnbhd
• MUA: @makeupbynoraliza
• Bridal Handbouquet: @haejabudiman.co
• Catering: Zemi Catering on Facebook
• Hantaran: @cairaweddstyled
• Henna: @hennabydiba
• Bridesmaid Batik: @istanakainbatik
• Invitation Card: @inspirasikadkahwinofficial

I will try to post per entry for each but no proomises luls.

Cheers lad.

Love,

Mia.

Kemboja Dipetik

15 April 2019, exactly 10 days as a wife to my bestfriend, my boyfriend, my husband, Koobs.

& I've been getting the "How's married life?" question like A. LOT!

Well guys, again, idk haha. For starters, it's pretty great! Not yet lit lah because we're constantly tired from the travelling, wedding business, cleaning the house and what not. So we kind of pissed off each other at times muehehe. Pretty sure once we settled down, everything's going to be awesome pawsome! And of course, it's something we're still discovering. In fact, I've discovered one or two things about my husband now that I had no idea of when we were courting. Like in my face gila because I always dismiss the "dah kahwin baru you akan kenal your husband betul betul"! Oh wells.

Not gonna lie, still feels awkward sharing a house with someone else. Or, having someone to talk to about the littlest things in person. Or, dehijabing in front of another man. Ultimately, having another entity I have to respect because of a bond we uphold.

I'm very used to regarding him as boyfriend, sometimes I forgot the things we used to do could end me up of getting a ticket from the recording angels haha. Like the "cursing jokingly" because that's what we sometimes hahaha ok fine, always did back then - "eff you!". I got told off by Koobs when I did it tsktsk. So I guess, no more? Hahaha

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As of our activities. After our first reception we managed to have a leisure one day stay in Hilton KL. The room was lit and cozy. I want to go there again! Hahaha even Koobs enjoyed the stay! Sanggup nok paksa Koobs pergi Pavi for the sake of  bath bomb lol.

And last week in between our majlis, I have had my marriage leave of 5 days while he was working. As a kinesthetic person, I can't help to tidy the house by myself. Assembled the items we bought from Ikea, cleaned the entire house and rearranged stuff. Decluttered house aka tortured body. Bapak sakit! But when Koobs came back from work, he was such a sweetheart to continue and assist with the house chores. 

And ever since becoming a wife, I have never had my hands on the wheel. WHATADREAM! Thanks Koobs jadi my personal chauffeur to anywhere and everywhere. Backstory: I kept telling Koobs, if he is one day a somebody, the first help I would want and need is definitely a driver! I love the adrenaline of driving really fast like yknow 160km/hr but boy do I like the constant drive and break pedal shifts in the city traffic jam? Please!

Ntah lah nok, I want to share so many things but it feels trivial to tell.

One thing for sure, alhamdulillah ala kulli hal for this life blessings!

Another piece from the solemnisation ceremony - Taman Bukit Chedang, 6 April 2019.

Picture taken by our friend, Hafizul Asyraf.

Overwhelm with love,
Mia Nasir.