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I have to admit that this post was written almost 2 months ago and this trip was 3 months ago but I think it's still worth the post? Given all the effort of editing the video (CREDITS TO SEAN) and typing stories, here is my Langkawi trip with Sean's family... Oh, before you judge the videos, let me justify myself ok? I am totally not comfortable in front of the camera, especially in video mode. I tried my very best because this camera was gifted to me for a reason... That is to start vlogging. I am still struggling, but I will be better... Enjoy!

Sean's family planned to go on a family trip last year and Mama Wong decided to go to Pulau Langkawi. I have not been there since I was 17, and that was my first time. When I was there like 8 years ago, I wasn't given a chance to explore coz it was a cycling expedition... I know right, I was young and fun and adventurous. So yeah, Sean booked a budget hotel (Nagoya Hotel, Kuah) via Booking.com and we decided to take the ferry instead of flight, just for the experience. The ferry ticket was also bought online and cost RM140 per adult for a return trip. Sean and I were excited to know that we're going there. I used to think that there's nothing much to do in Langkawi but I guess I was wrong? We saw many blog posts and travel videos about the island and it made us excited to plan for our visit -there. We were there from 27th - 29th Dec 2015. 

We didn't do some of the activities that we planned for because there was not enough time. So if you ever plan to go here, maybe you should stay longer than us. Here's a day to day summary of what happened...

Day 1:
I stayed over at Sean's place because his bro in law was supposed to fetch the whole family at 6.30am, but didn't happen so we didn't have time for breakfast. We were sort of in a rush to Penang Port and found out that Sean's bro in law left his wallet at home! We asked the police on duty and he said it was okay for him to go without IC. Praise God! When we were at the port, an interesting incident happened. There were many people there lining up to board the ferry and there was not much of a walkway at all. It was PACKED. Mama Wong was talking to Sean's sister and there was this uncle who wanted to push a big trolley with hard case luggage through. I'm not very sure if he asked to make way but he decide to push the trolley against Mama Wong and of course, she was shocked and hurt. She let out a "stupid" as an expression but was misunderstood by the notorious uncle that she called him stupid. He raged. He shouted back at Mama Wong with unkind words and I believe everyone around was looking. I was furious. He didn't just not apologise instead he went crazy. Sean and Papa Wong were furious too and they asked the uncle to apologise but he walked further in. I told Sean to take photos of him so that we can report him to his management. I actually wanted him to be sacked. So to cut the story, we took some photos and then left to board the ferry.

Later in the evening, I was reminded of forgiveness. Sometimes we do stuff that don't deserve forgiveness, yet we receive it from God. In the same way, what the uncle did was wrong. But he should be forgiven. So I chose to forgive him and let the incident go after praying for him. And I really believe that he'll realise someday that what he did was wrong and repent.

The rest of Day 1 was sight seeing and eating... The best beach I've ever seen was at Pantai Cenang, where Casa Del Mar was located. If you didn't know, Casa Del Mar is the sister hotel of Hard Rock. I had a little proud moment (in my heart) when I saw how beautiful the place is. After that we went to Wonderland Seafood in Kuah for dinner later in the evening. If you're starving, please bring some snacks along while you queue. This place is always packed but thank God because it's owned by Sean's relative, we got our table pretty fast. The food was good and we ate for FREE! Hoooorahhhh!!
























Day 2:
As planned, we went for Mangrove Tour. This cost RM90 per person inclusive of transport and lunch at the fish farm. I think it's not as enjoyable to me as to the rest coz it was quite boring, until we saw and pet some fishes and saw eagles feeding on fishes. And I need to mention this. The lunch was bad. I didn't bother taking photos of the lunch coz I was very disappointed. We were starving as our breakfast was also bad, hoping we will eat some seafood again for lunch but all we got was very bland fried rice and vegetarian tom yum soup. :(

We then went to take the SkyCab. I was excited for this. The SkyCab station is located at the Oriental Village, a theme shopping centre housed in 30’s individually designed buildings showcasing Malaysian and Oriental architecture. SkyCab is The Longest Free Span Mono-Cable Car in the world... *flips hair* Malaysia mou tak teng! Ok, so I was excited to walk on the Sky Bridge too until we found out that we were too late (And that was at like 3 something?) as they close at 6.30pm.  So we had about 2 hours to waste spend until we board the cable car. It was tiring and boring.. :/

The cable car ride was not as interesting as I thought it would be because Sean's mama and sister were afraid of height and Sean's mama even shed tears.. So the situation in that capsule was quite intense and I didn't really enjoy the view as much as I wanted to. There will be a next time!

Oops, before I forget, I wanted to share something. When we were lining up to board the cable car to get down from the mid point, we encountered some rude ang mohs, I believe they are from the Latin America? The line was super long and when we were getting closer, a group of 4-5 ang mohs tried to cut the queue. We told them that the queue starts from behind, not here, they LITERALLY IGNORED US LIKE THEY DON'T GET IT. I've honestly never met such ill-mannered ang mohs in my life. I thought they were the ones with good manners. Hmph! I was furious!



Day 3:
It's our last day here but it didn't stop us from doing some beach activities! We went island hopping in the morning. I'd say the beaches that we were brought to weren't as nice as I imagined but definitely better than the Mangrove Tour. This package cost RM30 per person. It only covers our boat rides. What was totally nice about this is that we were in a speed boat and the guy riding it was an adventurous one. We flew countless times while in it haha! He also made me experience some drifting which was super cool but super scary. I screamed like never before. We went to the Pregnant Maiden's Lake and I had the most fun time there. 

So the whole trip, I intended to make a vlog but was a tad bit too shy but still managed to cook something up. Haha and I thought my face was not made for VLOGGING but because of that new camera Sean bought me, I somehow felt responsible to do it. Haha! Till then...



Thank you for reading and watching!

Love,
Sheryn



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It's 7.40am. I've just woken up 15 minutes ago from what I'd call the sweetest dream ever! And no, I DID NOT get married/have babies/turn rich in the dream. I simply went to US to study. It was a 6-month course. The dream was so clear that I knew when I was supposed to come back - October 2016.

It's weird how real a dream can be. I even boarded the plane, 'experienced' the different timezone and all I could remember in the dream was that my life was complete.

I've always wanted to go to the US. Ever since I was in high school. You may think it's because of the movies I watch... Yeah, maybe? But I also really want to experience how living there is like. I wanna breathe the air, explore the city, or the suburb, grocery shop (HAHAHA! Can't help the makcik in me) & lastly, to study there!

Before my alarm went on earlier, I was going to do grocery shopping :( how sad... I was already doing all that I ever wanted - in my dream. It was soooo hard to wake up to find myself on the bed. I was a little crushed inside. But God, if this is Your will for me (even for a few months), please let it be done...

Thank you for reading!

Love,
Sheryn
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I realised that many times when I am inspired to write something is that few days when my emotions are unpredictable. I myself won't know why I feel a certain way... How confusing it is to become a woman, right? I'm so confused. I don't know why I am annoyed at Sean at the same time I want him by my side. I don't know why I make little matters into mega huge matters like it's a life and death situation. I DON'T KNOW WHYYYY can somebody help me!!

I've been in a bad mood almost all day today, especially towards him as he remained patient and nice. After work, he asked to go for dinner together. I agreed. Then he asked if he could bring along work, I got really mad and went crazy. In the end he didn't bring his work out because of me. He brought me somewhere I've always wanted to go. Very thoughtful of him hor? I was very happy when I saw where he was turning in to. Macallum Connoisseurs! I was so so so glad we went there coz the food is seriously a class above! I could taste the authenticity in their beverage and food. It was amazing.
To conclude the story, food helps mood swings. And obviously, patient guys rock! Thankiew, me love, for being ever so patient with me... Promise to try to control them hormones! 

Alright now, back to the food... I ordered the Cheesy Curry Leaf Spaghetti while Sean ordered the Insanity Burger - you seldom go wrong with burgers, I guess? We also ordered coffee. Mine was Flat White, his was Latte. No words can describe how satisfied we were with the food. I wish my body could afford more food :/ I will be back again to try the rest of the menu and maybe explore the restaurant a little and take lotsa photos! 

Our table number :)
Cheesy Curry Leaf Spaghetti with prawn - RM22
Tastes so heavenly I can take 1 more plate of this. I love how the aroma of the leaf blends so well with the cheese. 
Insanity Burger - RM20 (Pork)
So juicy we literally needed to 'drink' it while letting it drip on my spoon.
Flat White - RM10
The best Flat White I've ever tasted.

Macallum Connoiseurs
Address: No 1, Gat Lebuh Macallum, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Phone: +60 11-1259 1459
Operating Hours: 9am - 12am (Daily)

Thank you for reading! 

Love, Sheryn
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It was Kyra's (friend's baby girl) birthday party last month at Yella Fork and we totally were blown away by the food. It was super crazy good! I knew I'd come back for more. The restaurant was a little warm yesterday and we were a little uncomfortable but then the food was so yummy, we almost forgot how warm it was. 80% of the restaurant was decorated / painted with yellow. I kinda like coz it gives a "happy" feel. Haha! So here's what we've tried:

Fusion Sensation with Roasted crispy pork belly - RM17 (Plain - RM11)
I picked this : Fusion Sensation was really yummy. You can taste Thailand! I guess they use fish sauce that's why?  I love how the pasta done-ness is cooked. The texture was super good, I feel like having more! However, the only weak spot is the saltiness of the dish. I give: 8/10 

Pie In The Sky - RM21
For sharing : Pie In The Sky is by far one of the most tasty pies I have ever tasted. The pastry was perfect and the creamy filling was seriously superb! I am NOT  a salad kinda person but even the salad on the side was yummy. The vege was really fresh and crunchy. Again, this was THE MOST salty dish we've picked last night. If it wasn't that salty, it would be 100% perfection. I give: 8/10

Yellanara - RM13
Sean's pick : Yellanara was Yella Fork's version of Carbonara, obviously. Among all that we've picked, this was the only one I have not much to shout about. The sauce was so-so and portion is a little small (could be because they only charge RM13). But 2 things I like about this were the pasta done-ness and it wasn't too salty. It was just nice. I give : 5/10

BBQ Ribbing - RM22
Mummy's pick  : BBQ Ribbing was the most wanted dish on the table. This is what I call perfection. The pork rib was so tenderlicious you don't need the knife. The mashed potatoes was so so good, although it was just mashed potatoes. The sauce was amazingly heavenly. And even the shredded raw cabbage was good. Haha! If you ever visit Yella Fork and love Pork, please, save yourself some trouble looking through the menu and order the BBQ RIBBING. I give : 11/10 (if there's such thing)

Susan Forks It - RM17
















Daddy's pick : Susan Forks It was a Yella Fork's version of chicken rice but 10 times more yummy ok? I love how every piece of chicken was so succulent and tender and juicy and tasty! I really cannot describe the taste. It's very special and very yummy. They are also pretty generous on this dish as there were quite a number of chicken cutlets served. The rice blends well with the well-marinated chicken. I give : 9/10

So overall, I'd say the eating experience was good. You can't really find a place like this in Penang. Yummy food with affordable price. It's every Penangite's "criteria" when it comes to hunting for good food - the price is a factor too! I would really recommend you to give Yella Fork a try if you're a foodie. But when you order, you could maybe ask for less salty. When I bring my mum out for a meal it's actually quite stressful coz she's a ultimate foodie. Haha! She says when I say yummy, it's normally "so-so", but when she ate the food here, she asked me to get their name cards (which I forgot) so she could recommend to her friends. Haha, my mummy is a kind soul!

Yella Fork
Address: 27A, Jalan Chow Thye, 10050, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Phone:+60 11-1256 8528
Operating Hours: 11.00am - 10.00pm (Closed on Mondays) 

Thank you for reading!
 

Love, 
Sheryn 
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Time really really really flies! It's been a good 12 years since we, 7 MGS girls, came together to conquer the world! Hahaha! Nah just MGS. If you haven't already know, MGS stands for Malaysia's Greatest School but because other people don't like how we put it, they name it Methodist Girls' School. Oh trust me, we were really mischievous. The unharmful kind. :D

I know we might not be the closest of friends but after 12 years and still talking and laughing just like how we used to, this is something. So we are actually in the midst of planning on a trip together. We have always been talking about going somewhere together and FINALLY it's HAPPENING! After hundreds and hundreds of WhatsApp texts, this trip is ON! So because of convenience, we picked Langkawi. The nearest and one of the cheapest place, I guess? Yeah planning this wasn't as easy as 1, 2, 3. But I am sure it will be worthwhile. I wish I could show you how we look like 12 years ago but I don't have the photos with me :(

I remember how we got excited everytime we got together. Even until now we still get super excited when we meet. We're all 26 but still 14 at heart. I can't wait for this trip!
Oh! BTW, SHALTTS stands for:
Sheryn, Alissa, Lee Yip, Tania, Tracy, Serene (all of us)

Our first trip together in 2005 (missing Alissa and Serene): 







And in 2015...




And 2016...




Thank you for reading & stay tuned for my post on this trip in May 2016!

Love,
Sheryn



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It was a devastating night last night. I felt somehow betrayed and disappointed. Not sure if you know, but someone (big) came out to apologise for what was happening in his life and for what he has done. I was in shock, and very saddened. I was also very quick to judge and condemn, which is why I'd like to write about it now.

If you haven't already know, this person that I'm referring to is Israel Houghton. I was introduced to him as one of the most creative worship leader and musician. His music is really something and had touched many lives including mine. Having to read the statement he posted was heart-breaking. Here's what he wrote:

"It is with a collective heavy heart that we announce that after over 20 years of marriage and a long separation, Meleasa and I are officially divorced. Several years ago I failed and sinned in my marriage. Though this is new to many, it is not new to us as we have been working through this for over 5 years. Although we tried, the challenges in our relationship have proven too much to overcome. We have always handled our family and ministry with grace and generosity toward others, discretion, and privacy. So, for the sake of our amazing kids, we are also handling this privately with pastoral oversight and assistance. We choose to remain friendly and kind to each other going forward. I am in the process of restoration and I have repented for my actions. Although I am sincerely sorry, and forgiven, I soberly realize that I will live with the consequences of my failings for the rest of my life. As this has become a public matter I want to apologize to the many who have supported my ministry through the years. I'm sorry for the many who will be hurt to learn of my personal failure. I regret any pain or disappointment that this news may cause you. We thank you for your prayers and for allowing us to handle this privately with those who are set over us in this process.

Prayerfully
Israel Houghton"

I read the statement 3 times, from the beginning till the end. I just wanted to make sure I wasn't too sleepy to have misunderstood.  The moment the words began to sink in, I felt cheated. I felt like I was betrayed and disgusted. I cried a river. And to be very honest, I don't even know why I was feeling that way! Curiosity took over me and I went to his page to read what others may have felt. I thought that people will start condemning him for what he had done, but to my surprise, not even one post that was condemning. Everyone says things like "we've got your back", "thank you for confessing", "We won't judge you" etc. I began to realise that it is not my job to judge and condemn and there is a reason why this happened - that human beings are human beings, we tend to do wrong things, we tend to make stupid decisions, whether we are a ministry leader, a pastor or someone with a huge title or not. But most importantly is that we gather enough courage to come clean and repent. I thank God for those who wrote the posts. They showed me that God's mercy and grace is as real as ever! 

I am in no place to condemn Mr Houghton and I am sorry that I did. Realising that I should not place my hope and trust in man, but in God alone. My prayers are with him and his family. That the evil ones won't be able to destroy the lives who are involved. 

Thank you for reading! 

Love, 
Sheryn
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The story that I'm about to tell might (hopefully) give you chills, but it's the good kinda chills. Ready? Here it goes.

I have an overseas mission trip this coming July and I will be travelling with a team of 12 people. As we are planning to book our flights, I recalled something very important - PASSPORT. I "knew" that I've misplaced it like 3 years ago but since I don't travel overseas much, I kept quiet about it... Mainly because I was saving myself from mummy's wrath. Knowing that I need my passport soon, I started looking for it again in my messy room but I gave up yesterday. I prayed that God would tell me where it is in my dream but nope, nothing. I looked up on the internet on the procedures needed to be done to get a new one and the first thing that I need to do is to make a police report and then present the report to the immigration office and after that, just follow instructions. I was told that the process will be tedious so I plan to make the report today (Sunday) and then go to the immigration office tomorrow.

After church, I went to the police station to find out that it's closed on Sundays. However, there's another one that is open. I went there and the officer said I need to get the report from the previous station that I went. Ahh!! This means I that I need to do whatever needed in one day.

So after I got home, I was just asking God in these exact words, "God, why didn't today go smoothly? Is it because you want to show me where my passport is?" Right after asking, I gained the hope and started searching again. I went to this particular spot where I previously searched over 10 times. Lo and behold, I saw this little red booklet. I took it out. It is my PASSPORT! I was in tears because I'm just so so so grateful that the God I worship is indeed a very good God, a very faithful God, a very REAL God.

Even when I have given up, He has not.

Hope this encouraged you to always trust, have faith and don't give up.

Thank you for reading!

Love,
Sheryn
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I'm Sheryn, married to my long time friend, Sean, who is also currently my colleague. And we now have a son, Asher Shane, born in January 2021!

I love God, people, food and music. My husband and I also love travelling and when we do, I will update here (hopefully with some relevant and helpful tips).

I also use this space to share my deepest thoughts and feelings whenever I have the time to write because I enjoy doing this.

Hope you will find some of the stuff I write helpful and be encouraged by the stories I sometimes write.!

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