Tidak disangka-sangka... tahun 2014 akan berakhir tak lama lagi. Ini bererti tahun 2015 bakal menjengah. Anak-anak turut membesar seadanya.
Tak sangka perjalanan darjah satu anak teruna saya telah pun tamat dan sesi pengajian bagi tahun ini ditutupi dengan majlis Hari Takrim pada 22 November yang lepas. Sebagai seorang ibu, saya rasa amat terharu apabila anak saya menjejak kaki di atas pentas menerima anugerahnya. Lantas saya rasa diri ini seperti ditampar dengan realiti...aduh..anakku semakin dewasa. Semangat yg tinggi ketika membuat persembahannya menyebabkan hampir2 bergenang air mata. Ya...semakin matang...Beberapa minggu sebelum majlis, anak dah praktis nyanyi2 kat umah. Tapi bila tengok dia btul2 buat persembahan....terasa amat gembira. Gembira dengan pencapaiannya.
Kemudian, keesokan harinya pula, majlis Ihtifal anak dara saya pula. Bersemangat membuat persembahan....anak dara saya turut dapat anugerah Best Reader Bahasa Melayu for 4 years old. Ya..tahun depan nak masuk lima tahun...oh oh...semangat nya di atas pentas diiringi dengan homemade baju kurung.. yeay..saya bangga sbb saya jahit sendiri baju anak dara saya...tiap2 hari selama 5 hari (dr isnin smpai jumaat) saya mengambil peluang sedikit masa di waktu malam/ selepas kembali dr kerja utk menjahit bajunya. Hari jumaat rehat panjang, saya ambil kesempatan untuk menyiapkan baju kurungnya. Gembira kerana dapat berkhidmat kepada keluarga.
Sabtu lepas, anak teruna bersunat. Tapi ibu dia yg nervous. Dua tiga malam duk terpikir mcm mana nanti anak saya tu. ..klakarnya...anak relaks je..ibu yg over. ...tp baguslah...mmg nak dia relaks..haru juga kalau dia cabut lari. Beberapa bulan sebelum event, dah bagitau siap2 nak bersunat. Dia pon asyik tanya2 org lain psal bersunat, tgk upin ipin lah...mungkin sbb tu dia lebih mentally prepared kot. Beberapa hari sebelumnya, saya dah maklum awal2 yg ibu tak boleh masuk, doktor tak bagi...saje bagitau awal..takut last minit dia teriak2 pulak. Tapi anak teruna cool. Bila saya berulang kali bagitau yang saya tak boleh masuk sama, dia pulak naik boring.
Bersunat kat klinik dekat umah je. Dah booked beberapa minggu sebelumnya. Sebelum tu ada saya survey2 tanya cara apa yang baik..maklumlah skang ada teknik clamping Lps dah timbang tara yg mana bagus. saya pilih cara konvensional dengan penggunaan diathermy (alat yg digunakan utk mematikan salur darah).... untuk cerita kaedah khatan..boleh baca di sini.
Kami tiba seawal jam 730 am. Saya beli roti suruh anak makan ringan. Sampai di klinik, kami daftar dan anak dapat giliran no 4
Anyway, masa tgh tunggu di luar, saya dah mcm tak keruan. Tengok mak lain pon sama mcm saya. Saya berbual dengan dua orang ibu yg lain. Mereka pon turut sama merasai perasaan gemuruh seperti saya...pakat anak teruna sulong/ tunggal nak bersunat. Fresh..masing2 tadde pengalaman lagi. Ini pengalaman pertama. Pakat tanya sesame sendiri mcm mana nak urus/ menjaga/ merawat anak lps bersunat...lps tgk sorg mak ni mata dah merah..saya pulak mcm nak turut serta.
Sorang..sorang budak keluar dr bilik doktor. Muka senyum2 takde nangis. Sorang ni siap berlari2....kesan bius agaknya. Saya berdebar menanti anak teruna saya. Sebaik sahaja nampak anak teruna keluar bilik doktor... tak menangis...saya rasa mcm nak teriak...Alhamdulillah.... selamat (mcm org nk beranak lah pulak....)....hish, ni baru bersunat, belum nak bernikah..gamaknya lagi ibu dia berdebar...kalo anak dara saya tu..agak2nya bila dia dah kawin dan nak bersalin, ibu dia boleh pengsan kot.
Oh....beginilah perasaan seorang ibu... hal2 kecil mcm ni pon boleh nak nangis. Ya...baru lah mengerti kenapa arwah mak saya dulu juga penuh emosi melihat anak dia (yakni saya) membesar di depan matanya.
Tiba-tiba rasa janggal... dah semakin dewasa dah anak saya..dah bersunat. Satu lagi langkah baru dalam hidup saya....dan anak saya.
Cepat sungguh masa berlalu. Bila saya mengimbas gambar lama anak teruna saya ketika lahir 7 thn yg lalu... sedih mengiringi....ya...tu tujuh tahun yang lalu. Masa tu halus lagi dikendong di tangan ibu.
Sekarang...
engkau semakin dewasa nak
hanya ibu dapat iringi raga dan doa untukmu
Moga engkau membesar menjadi insan yang bertaqwa di sisi Allah.
Anak2 soleh dan solehah...
Ameen
12 Habits of Unhappy People (and How to Avoid Having Them)
“I am determined to be cheerful and happy in whatever situation I may find myself. For I have learned that the greater part of our misery or unhappiness is determined not by our circumstance but by our disposition.” – Martha Washington, wife of 1st U.S. President George Washington
Happiness is something that we all strive to attain. As human beings we can accept the fact that: (a) life is short, and (b) unhappiness makes our lives difficult. As is common knowledge, our habits have a big impact on the quality of life that we live; specifically, these habits directly impact our happiness (or lack thereof). To make a clear distinction, there is a strong difference between clinical depression and chronic unhappiness. Depression is a chemical imbalance in the brain, while unhappiness is a disposition that is often acquired through how we choose to live our lives. Similar to depression, however, unhappiness can be diagnosed and treated.
Here are 12 habits that can cause unhappiness, all of which can be avoided.
1. Chronic Complaining
Happy and successful people do not complain much. On the other side, it seems that chronic complainers always have something negative to say… even when those around them are happy! The bottom line: we all have different circumstances that we are given in this lifetime, but in the end these circumstances are ours – fair or unfair, wanted or unwanted. Instead, seek solutions to problems instead of complaining, which leads to nowhere.2. Being critical – of self and others
How we talk to ourselves shapes our self-image, for better or worse. Self-worth is an essential component to our happiness, and feeling good about ourselves is a right that we all have. Realize when mistakes are made, accept them, and move on…don’t engage in negative self-talk. Further, respect the inherent differences of others and recognize their right to live happily and without undue criticism.3. Living beyond means
We live in a materialistic society, one where we are constantly bombarded with advertisements for the latest car, gadget, or credit card; all promising an easier, more fulfilling existence. Don’t believe it for a second. While purchasing a new product may provide a needed emotional boost, it doesn’t last. Ever heard the term “buyer’s remorse”? It exists for a reason. Instead, seek out something to do that doesn’t involve whipping out a piece of plastic – exercise, reading, sightseeing, etc. – anything brings satisfaction without the debt.4. Negative addictions
Most things are good in moderation – food, a drink or two, entertainment… it’s when these things take center stage in our lives that it becomes a problem. Unfortunately, many good people have met their end through addictive habits, especially through dependence on alcohol and drugs. A great preventative measure and remedy to these addictions? Finding and living our passions to the greatest extent possible (see #8).5. Regretting the past
Regret is not only useless, it can be extremely harmful. Research continues to show that repetitive, negative thoughts about decisions made in the past in often a precursor to chronic stress and depression. According to Psychology Today, there are four ways to cope with regret: (1) learn from mistakes but don’t dwell, (2) if nothing can be changed about the situation to let it go, (3) make sure too much blame is not being undertaken, and(4) reframing the situation more positively.6. Worrying about the future
We only have so much say in what our future holds. This is not meant to disempower (quite the opposite); rather it is stating simple truth. What we can do is live in the present while fully exercising our God-given abilities and talents, enabling and empowering us to live a happier existence. There’s that phrase again: living in the present. Face difficulties as they arise and let them go. Enjoy the beautiful things in life and experience them fully…be present.7. Being driven by fear
Yes, fear can be an enabler to unhappiness. To fully understand this, we have to again go back to being present. Quite simply, we can’t allow fear of the unknown (and/or the unavoidable) to cripple our quality of life. Fear is a negative thought process that is often on auto pilot. Remember: we are not our negative thoughts. We are not fear, worry, anxiety, or any other negative thought process.8. Delaying goals and dreams
It’s relatively easy and effortless to get caught up in the routine of life: working, eating, sleeping, maybe even a day or two of doing something fun or relaxing. But here’s the thing: by not directing our talents and passions toward a positive and tangible goal, we potentially discard something great before its realization. The hardest part of living out our goals and dreams is taking the first step. After building a game plan taking that first step, only then can we see the possibilities.9. Gossiping
Nothing exudes unhappiness and insecurity more than negative small talk about someone else. After all, why would a happy, confident person engage in something that is of no benefit? They wouldn’t. Gossip is something to be left to the kids at recess, not to adults attempting to make their lives (and others!) better.10. Holding grudges
Similar to other negative emotions, animosity is a needless weight on our backs. We are all witness to the negative behaviors of other people and can become (sometimes justifiably) angered as a result. But remember: this isn’t about their ignorant behavior; it’s about your happiness. Either forgive, forget, or ignore… and move on with your life.11. Eating poorly
Ingesting nutritionally-bankrupt food is all about immediate gratification. It’s certainly not about feeling good long-term, as eating poorly can result in bad health, weight gain, depression, lack of energy and decreased productivity; while having a well-balanced diet results in an entirely opposite effect – more energy, a healthy weight, mental alertness, and increased productivity. Eat right, look great, and feel great.12. Expanding our problems
When we experience unhappiness and discontent, our first reaction is almost entirely emotional. In other words, we blow things completely out of proportion. After all, we still have that darned “lizard brain” (amygdala) – the epicenter of negative emotions. Instead, just take a step back, look at the problem objectively (with minimal emotion), and focus on a solution!Once aware of these habits, you can make sure to keep them at bay by following the advice mentioned above.
Join the discussion: What negative habits do you try to avoid?