He is so beautiful, and beloved...

I wonder if we have time to appreciate our life. Not just to live it as we do each day; doing the routine, expected things every time but I am wondering if we were aware of the fact that if we are not lying in a hospital bed somewhere, we are the most fortunate person on earth right now.

You are most privileged when you are able to walk, talk and see the world, just doing what you are doing right now is indeed a cause for joy and celebration.

Because you will never know. Life has been known to be so unpredictable; no matter how much you have prepared for eventualities, it could still catch you unaware and unguarded. It could even hit you with such sudden ferocity that not only paralyzes you but changes the world completely for you and those around you.

What is the lesson from this, you may ask. The lesson is simple:

PAUSE every now and then to appreciate life. Appreciate you and the moment you are in. Say thanks to God that you are there at that particular moment and not anywhere on a hospital bed.

Smile. Sing. Laugh. Be joyful. Be happy. Live life. But most of all, love.

See the people around you with love. See the goodness and their perfection. Accept them because they are beautiful creations of a loving God.

When you do that, you are almost as perfect as Mahmoud.

A beautiful young man.
Beloved by his friends and those who know him.
Treasured by his parents, his brother and sister.


A beautiful, beautiful young man.
Gifted by God and beloved by all.
We love you.
Get well soon ok...

UTP Unplugged - Embracing the elderly at EID. A fund raising event for old folk homes in Ipoh.

Each one of us could make a difference in the world. It doesn't matter how big or small our contribution; the important thing is in the intention. To all of the students from Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) who had contributed their time, and were so magnanimous with their talents (dancers, musicians, singers, actor and the 4 incredible MC Taha, Osama, Beshir & Mirfah), may God Bless and reward you richly. Of course, not forgetting the people behind the show, the PM Beshoy, the assistants (Trang, Mostafa and Umdao), your friends and families that have supported the event, thank you so much. I know also that some have even canceled their holiday plans (Naim!!) a million thanks for all your commitment and contribution:

In the darkest of nights
I will not despair,
There shine for me
The most beautiful display.

They sparkle in resplendent beauty
for all and for me,
Illuminates my weary soul
With love aplenty.

They dance and they sing,
Strumming their guitars,
the whole orchestra
Serenading me.

A lullaby.
For an old soul,
That's me.

The Project Manager for UTP Unplugged, Beshoy on the far right, Xolile, Roselind, Ayoub (left) with Deva, Taha and Hoshgeldi bottom left.

The incredibly talented break-dance group from UTP performing to raise fund for the elderly home in Ipoh. Thanks a million boys, you did everyone of us proud with your absolutely breath-taking moves.

Irene!! your tantalizing moves made everyone stopped eating and pay attention! Great performance. Sexy. Beautiful. Elegant. Sexy...:)

The Thai girls captivated the crowd with their graceful dance. So sweet and kind. Thanks a lot girls, you did a very good job with the fund raising and we appreciate you.

Beautiful girls passing charity buckets. Be kind hearted and donate please...:D

Ayoub and friends performing Umbrella and Ronan Keating's "When you say nothing at all". They are good! Encore, encore...hmmm, maybe another time...:D:D:D

This is the famous Gamboot dance from South Africa. Energetic. Unique. Interesting. I particularly like the outfit: black boot with yellow helmet over red overall...nice. Love it a lot!

UTP Unplugged - Embracing the Elderly at EID. The fund raising event was held on 3th September 2010 in Impiana Hotel, Ipoh It took off with an electrifying performance by the Orchestra Boy. Osama acts as the first MC.

UTP unplugged - Embracing the Elderly at Eid

Students are the future of the world. Our inspiration. They will continue and will forever be the beacon of hope. Universiti Teknologi Petronas students rehearsing for a fund-raising event for old folk homes in Perak. Bravo! to all of the student performers and their Project Manager, Beshoy and his assistant, Trang.