tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post4475537329281702559..comments2023-06-27T11:13:01.181+08:00Comments on MrsNordin: To be or not to beMrsNordinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11389192701993131122noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-57975125195367919172008-07-10T09:12:00.000+08:002008-07-10T09:12:00.000+08:00BJMaybe I'll swell when I take over Haq's firm, wh...BJ<BR/><BR/>Maybe I'll swell when I take over Haq's firm, when he retires, ha ha ha...<BR/><BR/>YaniAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-42460358181190799562008-07-09T17:12:00.000+08:002008-07-09T17:12:00.000+08:00Hi Yani!Finally, a comment from you. I think, our ...Hi Yani!<BR/><BR/>Finally, a comment from you. <BR/><BR/>I think, our feelings on this are mutual. Children take over our priorities in life and I think, that's ok. <BR/><BR/>But one thing for sure, if you want that top post, i know you can get it, if you want to. Otherwise, kita tengok je lah gambar2 dia orang ni kat the new org. chart, ya? :)MrsNordinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11389192701993131122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-92176501202903456152008-07-09T15:58:00.000+08:002008-07-09T15:58:00.000+08:00BJWhen I first came back from UK I wanted to do th...BJ<BR/><BR/>When I first came back from UK I wanted to do this and be that. But all that changed when I got my first child. And now after 5 children, I find sheer joy knowing that my 10 year old son could do his math equation correctly and 14 year old daughter was selected to be in her school's debating team..<BR/><BR/>I carry out my work well, take pride in it, however, home is where I want to be after 7.00. I can tell you no one will reaward or appreciate you more than your children. <BR/><BR/>YaniAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-48883055320957721422008-07-09T10:21:00.000+08:002008-07-09T10:21:00.000+08:00J - you said "While you have switched jobs 2, 3 x ...J - you said "While you have switched jobs 2, 3 x since you left this company, I'm still stuck here. What does that say about me?"<BR/><BR/>Well...it says that you are a loyal valued employee! <BR/><BR/>(although actually you have moved too, diff departments and diff bosses)Formerly known as Superwomanwannabe!https://www.blogger.com/profile/07618450525323604536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-12243125775637608492008-07-09T09:47:00.000+08:002008-07-09T09:47:00.000+08:00SW,You are another high-flyer friend! What with yo...SW,<BR/><BR/>You are another high-flyer friend! What with your kids and chaotic lifestyle, who still managed to carve a name in the legal fraternity. While you have switched jobs 2, 3 x since you left this company, I'm still stuck here. What does that say about me?<BR/><BR/>But if what you said is true, ie. "even if I sit around makan kuaci" pun, I'm still a high-flyer, so be it. I'm happy and hurray! for thinking of me that way! Thanks!MrsNordinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11389192701993131122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-36324689645898003672008-07-09T09:42:00.000+08:002008-07-09T09:42:00.000+08:00Mom of 4,I agree with you that how well we do in s...Mom of 4,<BR/><BR/>I agree with you that how well we do in school doesn't guarantee how well we do later in life. I think, it's more of passion and giving our best in whatever we choose to do that determine how satisfied we are with our lives. <BR/><BR/>It takes a certain kind of people who can juggle work and family very well, and they are the ones at the top who I envy. But I suppose, that comes with a lot of sacrifices and headaches too, and I don't think I need that.<BR/><BR/>Have a nice day!MrsNordinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11389192701993131122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-5405285423488700322008-07-09T09:32:00.000+08:002008-07-09T09:32:00.000+08:00Hi Maya,Thanks for dropping by.Eta,Keleja rumah me...Hi Maya,<BR/><BR/>Thanks for dropping by.<BR/><BR/><BR/>Eta,<BR/><BR/>Keleja rumah memang tak pernah habis. Lagi penat woo! At work, you are mentally tired; at home ~ both mentally AND physically!MrsNordinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11389192701993131122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-38994268261154967482008-07-09T06:16:00.000+08:002008-07-09T06:16:00.000+08:00Hi J- a few points1. you are a highflyer even if y...Hi J- a few points<BR/><BR/>1. you are a highflyer even if you sit around makan koci and pakai baju kain guni. You always give your best whatever you do. Dont sweat your career choices. the way i see it, you are happy. <BR/><BR/>2. Working at home -150% more tiring than working at the office. Working at home AFTER working at the office- mak datuk. <BR/><BR/>Im also going smaller...so that can be with family mah. And also my girlfriends. heh heh. the really really important things in life become clearer at age 40!Formerly known as Superwomanwannabe!https://www.blogger.com/profile/07618450525323604536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-30838089416896964702008-07-09T00:49:00.000+08:002008-07-09T00:49:00.000+08:00Hi Mrs Nordin,I personally don't think how well yo...Hi Mrs Nordin,<BR/><BR/>I personally don't think how well you do at school reflects how well you do later in life. At school, most people equate good results/education to a good job. But we all know that is not true don't we? Many very successful people didn't have the results to reflect their success.<BR/><BR/>I agree with many readers who commented above. Circumstances is a good predictor, personality too. When we are in a good, stable relationship with children included, it is quite natural to want a balance between family and career.<BR/><BR/>Kalau anak seorang, dua maybe can hold a high flying job and still have some time for the family. But kalau macam my husband and I, who love a big family, impossible I think. I am a determined person in whatever I choose to do, hence I want to be a good mother or a good whatever my chosen profession. <BR/><BR/>Some of my classmates who are shall I say at the top of their career, are either single or married with no children. Or married to non-malay men, who are generally less demanding than Malay men. Ooops, I may have opened another can of worms here!!But this my personal opinion. <BR/><BR/>Anyway, I shall continue another time. Sorry to stop here, ada lagi I nak cerita ni....kena gi hantar my daughter for her swimming lesson.<BR/><BR/>Take care you too!!<BR/><BR/>Mom of 4Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-30748561154564455502008-07-08T18:00:00.000+08:002008-07-08T18:00:00.000+08:00Hi Bj....Senang cerita..rezeki masing-masing kita ...Hi Bj....<BR/><BR/>Senang cerita..rezeki masing-masing kita dapat dalam bentuk yang berbeza...sangat berbeza dan pada sesetengah orang..damai yang lebih penting...Since each and every one of us is unique..maka..pengisian jawatan juga mengikut kemampuan dan kehendak...hendak seribu daya...seperti patik di sini..keleja di rumah memang tak pernah habis...kekadang rasa best kalu boleh escape...but don't despair...kalu pun saiz/harga kasut tak sama tapi boleh letak/pakai kasut kat mana-mana lagi happy ape...(ape la yang di merepek ni...)<BR/>Tata!!U've been great what!!MamaEtahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00340069643131293032noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-41969533890962247162008-07-07T17:44:00.000+08:002008-07-07T17:44:00.000+08:00BJ,YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY RIGHT!!!.. kerja rumah tak h...BJ,<BR/><BR/>YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY RIGHT!!!.. kerja rumah tak habis-habis.Kmarhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14856294311635423390noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-42077570461222712722008-07-07T11:03:00.000+08:002008-07-07T11:03:00.000+08:00i used to be ambitious..but it change along with p...i used to be ambitious..but it change along with priorities.. still can live happily even without so called cita-cita..i'm not willing to sacrifice life values for job.. <BR/>yang penting happy and self content :)Mayahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08216160372816087848noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-76466055446003925352008-07-07T09:25:00.000+08:002008-07-07T09:25:00.000+08:00DDI,I've not seen your pic, so I don't know if we ...DDI,<BR/><BR/>I've not seen your pic, so I don't know if we work in the same org. Mine is a telco. Yours??MrsNordinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11389192701993131122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-46290875514586559952008-07-07T09:23:00.000+08:002008-07-07T09:23:00.000+08:00Ibu,Thanks for your thoughts. Really appreciate it...Ibu,<BR/><BR/>Thanks for your thoughts. Really appreciate it. "Subuh" thoughts like that are usually very deep and meaningful coz your mind is VERY clear! Hee.. hee...<BR/><BR/>Yeah, you can try and become Dr Ibu. People will listen to you!MrsNordinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11389192701993131122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-42485402857912797432008-07-07T09:19:00.000+08:002008-07-07T09:19:00.000+08:00Hi MA,It's true... we must have passion in whateve...Hi MA,<BR/><BR/>It's true... we must have passion in whatever we do, and make the best of what we have. Then we'll find satisfaction. Thanks for your word of wisdom!<BR/><BR/>But I respect you, lah. Single mum with 3 kids, but flying high in your career. Sometimes, when we are pushed into that kind of situation, then we'll truly see our own potential, which may turn out to be better than what we were before. Well done!MrsNordinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11389192701993131122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-48356074807922532292008-07-07T09:10:00.000+08:002008-07-07T09:10:00.000+08:00Farizah,From your blog, I figured you're just like...Farizah,<BR/><BR/>From your blog, I figured you're just like me. Work is work, home is home. Welcome to the club!<BR/><BR/>MrNordin also said he doesn't want a stay home wife. I, too, don't want to become one becoz I know I'll feel miserable. I tak larat buat house work... letih lah!MrsNordinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11389192701993131122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-88681402339983615082008-07-07T09:04:00.000+08:002008-07-07T09:04:00.000+08:00Kmar,Your husband said "I can afford you"? Well th...Kmar,<BR/><BR/>Your husband said "I can afford you"? Well then, no need to work. Stay home mum actually lagi banyak kerja lah... That's why I still opt to keep my office work! Hee.. hee...MrsNordinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11389192701993131122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-37688959454759362272008-07-06T11:51:00.000+08:002008-07-06T11:51:00.000+08:00MrsN,I feel contented with what I have in life now...MrsN,<BR/>I feel contented with what I have in life now. I don't pursue a higher post in my org. When it comes, it comes. Bukan tak ada ambition, cuma I feel I don't want a higher resposibility.. that's why I don't seek one. Kalau dapat promotion tu.. alhamdulillah...<BR/><BR/>My hubby? Well, that's different. Let him climb the corporate ladder. I'm always happy if he gets a promotion. The deeper the pocket, the better.. he..he.. <BR/><BR/>It's not a crime for not wanting more, right? That's exactly how I feel. I do what's assigned to me on time. I'd stay back if that's what needed of me. <BR/><BR/>Eh MrsN... are we in the same org? He..he.. my company is forever in the restructuring business... We're currently waiting for the new org chart..Dalam Dakapan Ibuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10025808848307180040noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-8511801273285904062008-07-06T04:51:00.000+08:002008-07-06T04:51:00.000+08:00Hallo BJIt's 4.40 am, am waiting for Subuh prayer....Hallo BJ<BR/><BR/>It's 4.40 am, am waiting for Subuh prayer.yeahhhhh....right! Was 'disturbed' just now (if you know what I mean....hahaha...) and couldn't sleep thereafter. so... here I am. but it's true...sat lagi subuh, so might as well.. <BR/><BR/>Anyway, just to share my thoughts at this wee hour. I think what we are, where we are, how we do, has got to do with the life choices that we made. Tomorrow may be different, if (and only if) we decide to choose something else than we used to. If we expect different a result or different things to happen to us /come our way, but continue to do the same thing day in day out - that's called "insanity". hehehh... <BR/><BR/>Above all this, what we hope to achieve, either something better or status quo, is subject to what's written for us. I believe, for as long as we are clear in our mind of what we what we want to achieve in our life, and work towards it with utmost sincerity, the results would be there, insyaAllah eventually. And I say 'eventually' because it could be within our lifetime OR that of our descendants. I know my mom & dad work very hard to raise us when we were small. They did not enjoy much of life worthy desires back then, but they see the fruits of their loom in the success of their children and grandchildren today. That's what I meant as 'eventually'. <BR/><BR/>Different people have different motivation and ambition in life. Some have more 'luck' than others in different ways. Some maybe successful in their careers, but suffer the utmost in their family life. Some have bliss and happiness in their family life albeit a much lower combined household income. Some managed to achieve the much desired equilibrium - but that is not a mere coincindence, it's achieved only with focus, dedication and a clear and careful choices in mind. At the end of the day, again ... it's the choice that we make each day for today, tomorrow & thereafter. <BR/><BR/>As for me, I am quite clear of what I want in life and hereafter. And have been and still am working towards it.<BR/><BR/>To Shana - I think the best students most often make some of the best lecturers. Ya lahhh...kalau orang macam I yg malas nak siap homework and malas segala ni selain dari main jeerrrrr masa kat sekolah tu, cam mana la nak jadi lecturer? Bagai ketam menyuruh anak nya berjalan straight. Kesian students!! And remember, it is one of the greatest profession in this world. The reward comes in multiple successes, via the future successes of those you teach and guide. <BR/><BR/>And Kmar, you know they always say, the grass is always greener at the other side of the fence? I yg kerja ni pulak sgt envy dgn 'housewives' who have all the luxury of this commodity called time for their home, children, husband and ...cats!<BR/><BR/>There you go... my morning lecture series. Maybe after this, boleh belajar jadi pakar motivasti mcm Dr Mashitah... hmmm.... Dr Ibu? Cool.... But do i want to make that choice of going back to 'school' and slog through the books over again? Alahai.... I may not be tough enough for that. (Tabik spring kat Shana at this juncture). So I think I'm pretty clear of my choice for the time being. Hehehehe..... <BR/><BR/>Great morning ahead, y'all!! First choice of the day - nak masak nasi lemak ker? Or nak beli roti canai? All in your hand. Or your kids, really. hehehh..IBUhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07000715887814161911noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-6408509867096908002008-07-05T09:43:00.000+08:002008-07-05T09:43:00.000+08:00To me personally it boils down to rezeki and pass...To me personally it boils down to rezeki and passion.<BR/><BR/>Rezeki doesn't always have to be translated into monetary nor material gains - but how you give your thanks to wonderful things bestowed to you in your (own) life. Be it a SAHM (stay at home mom), a globe trotting executive, or even a Tai Tai. It's how you feel passionate about your own life and all you have.You must a passion doing what you currently do to equate that with *success*. <BR/><BR/>The grass is always greener on the other side. Don't worry about it. I don't envy people with husbands (for example) cos I am very contented with what my life brings and all the happiness I can make out of what I have.<BR/><BR/>I may struggle a little bit with what I don't have, but hey, I always make the best of what I have.MAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09973623821145979625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-28953279000021813052008-07-05T07:27:00.000+08:002008-07-05T07:27:00.000+08:00mrsN, Out of my thought and into your blog! Aptly ...mrsN, <BR/>Out of my thought and into your blog! Aptly written, and you did a much better job of it than I ever would. <BR/>Like you, I too am happy to leave my work at work. I even refused a laptop - I don't want to take my work home. There are times when I had to work late or on the weekends - and I would just go to the office and finished what I had to do. <BR/><BR/>I am home most days by 5:00 PM, dinner on the table by 6:30. My husband takes care of the kid in the morning, and I pick him up in the afternoon. There are times when I feel envious of the stay at home moms - they get to watch their children grow and witness all the childhood firsts! My husband, however, told me long time ago that he doesn't want a stay at home wife - and he has been supportive and doesn't expect me to do everything at home. He sometimes cooks and does laundry himself.<BR/><BR/>I think each one of us has to find the right balance between home and career. I am sure your children will cherish the time you spent with them!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-63905536486985459592008-07-04T21:18:00.000+08:002008-07-04T21:18:00.000+08:00BJ,I lagi teruk laa... end up being a housewife.. ...BJ,<BR/><BR/>I lagi teruk laa... end up being a housewife.. pff.. I gave up a well paid job-offer and terpaksa terima hakikat to be a housewife.. ikut hubby la.. move to another country. At that time, I dok terfikir nak jadi weekend-wife/husband. I am happy with my decision that we stick together. <BR/><BR/>He doesn´t mind me working but he did mentioned before I resigned ... ´I can afford You´ (he meant in a sweet way... means I am free to work or not to work, we have enough income to cover the expenses).<BR/><BR/>At first bersemangat nak cari kerja part-time... then bila dah ada kids.. terus jadi malas. <BR/><BR/>I selalu envy dengan my friends yang have good positions in companies. At the same time, I am proud of them.<BR/><BR/>As for me, I rasa I can agree with Shana´s tagline.. ¨.. in love with the life I choose...¨ he.he.he..Kmarhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14856294311635423390noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-11247812713126014682008-07-04T20:02:00.000+08:002008-07-04T20:02:00.000+08:00Mom of 4,Tulis lah panjang2 pun tak apa... actuall...Mom of 4,<BR/><BR/>Tulis lah panjang2 pun tak apa... actually I enjoy reading people's comments... :)<BR/><BR/>I'm glad I'm not the only one who feel this way about my choice in life. Ada ramai juga orang yang share the same sentiment on this, ya? Great!<BR/><BR/>Now, if we want to analyse this further, is it true to say that those who did very well in school, sekarang ni prefer to choose family over career? (Hope, you're excluded). Or, looking at it from a different angle, those who didn't do very well in school are now high-flyers in their job?<BR/><BR/>Just think about it... Have a nice day!MrsNordinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11389192701993131122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-38183639890176041352008-07-04T19:54:00.000+08:002008-07-04T19:54:00.000+08:00Gina,You, not ambitious? Among our friends, I'd sa...Gina,<BR/><BR/>You, not ambitious? Among our friends, I'd say you are the most ambitious of the lot. Remember when you were still working? You always strived to be the best. You always got upset when people sidelined you or treated you unfair at work. I wouldn't really bother.<BR/><BR/>You are what you are today because of your choice. And it is a GOOD choice! If you ever decided to work again, I'm very sure you'd fly high again, like how you used to be. So, don't feel bad about being a Tai Tai, ok? Many people envy you, tau?! <BR/><BR/>Hey, I'm not a high-flyer lah, far from it. I may dress up like one, but the truth is, I'm just an ordinary employee at that place. <BR/><BR/>By the way, I had a lovely time today. Thanks! The movie was great, huh? Remind me of those years when we used to watch soppy movies together... :)MrsNordinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11389192701993131122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8712335769113145764.post-15646431664004236722008-07-04T19:45:00.000+08:002008-07-04T19:45:00.000+08:00Hi Hope,You are actually one of the reasons for th...Hi Hope,<BR/><BR/>You are actually one of the reasons for this posting. :)<BR/><BR/>When I read about your success at work, clinching deals, travelling the globe, ahh... I asked my self, why can't I be like her? I envy you. You've made it in the man's world. Not here, but in London. Wow... that's a major achievement, I would say. <BR/><BR/>Sometimes, I feel embarrassed with myself when I read about others who have really done well in their career. Maybe I should have pushed myself further, I don't know...<BR/><BR/>But when some people here say they envy me for what my life is right now, then perhaps what I'm doing is the right thing after all. I just need that affirmation, I guess..<BR/><BR/>And now, as for you my dear, go and chase that dream job and prove to them all that you are just as capable as they are in the man's world. If it makes you happy, it'll surely make me happy too, to know that you can make it to the top. Good luck!MrsNordinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11389192701993131122noreply@blogger.com