Now that’s what I call a love story..

When I was first informed the topic for this entry, the first thing that comes to my mind is ‘The Notebook’. Yea..it’s kind of cheesy to write a review on a movie from a romance genre. But being a female I am, it should be fine right? ‘The Notebook’ is a romantic heart-warming movie directed by Nick Cassaretes. There is also an adaptation as well as a novel on the same title. Starred by Rachel McAdams as Allie Hamilton (young Allie) and Ryan Gosling as Noah Calhoun(young Duke), this movie was set on both past and present period. This award winning masterpiece kicked off the big screen in 2004. Although I have watched many romance movies but ‘The Notebook’ managed to make me all mushy with emotions as it has an incredibly interesting plot of love story just like the tagline goes, “Behind every great love is a great story”. Also casting James Garner (Duke/old Noah) and Gena Rowlands (Allie Calhoun/old Allie) this movie starts off with an old man reading a story to an old woman each day in a nursing home. The story being told is about a young lady of a wealthy family named Allie Hamilton and a boy named Noah Calhoun. These two young lovebirds had to go through tremendous hardships because of the vast difference of family status and backgrounds. Apart from the intriguing plot that keeps the viewers wondering for more, I must compliment the scriptwriter for the job well done. Some of the lines in the story affected me psychologically and emotionally. For example, there was this part when Duke asked Harry at the nursing home “How’s it hanging Harry?” Then, Harry answered “I keep trying to die but they won’t let me.” “Well, you can’t have everything.” said Duke. Woah!! That few lines really got me thinking of my old days and my future. Will I be wishing for the same thing as I grow old and covered with wrinkles? Kudos on that. I also asked myself questions like “Is there anyone in this world that would sacrifice so much for me?” and “Would I do the same thing for my husband?” Personally, if I were to be in the same situation as Duke, I’m not certain of what I would do. But considering my point of view towards love and relationship, I think I might probably do the same thing as what he did. After all, that’s what one should do as soon as he or she pledge for loyalty on the big day right? Putting myself in Noah’s shoes on the other hand, I’m sure I wouldn’t wait for a guy for over a year without any response or feedback. Because to me, as a young lady, I am ought to preserve my dignity. Thus, being loyal to something that is not promising enough is completely out of the question. In this movie it is extremely obvious that one would endure the pain and hardship for the sake of true love. It sure reminds me of several romance movies that I’ve watched such as ‘A Walk To Remember’. Which I still think that it is amazing how people would go to certain extent just to achieve such romance. I would love to lengthen this entry to enlighten the rest of you the contents of ‘The Notebook’, but it would kill off all the thrills and excitement now wouldn’t it? So I’ll just leave it to your sensitivity to decide. This is definitely the romantic movie of all time! Take my challenge! Spare some two or three hours in your schedule and let your emotions release the soft side of you.

It's all about the company..

I am never the type of person who’s into sports. But then again I know for sure that it benefits us in so many ways, from keeping up with our stamina up to getting the desirable physicals. As I don’t think I have any excessive fats to burn, I figured sports are not necessary for a living skeleton like me (a common nickname I got since secondary). I was actively involved in cheerleading during my former high school days though. Ever since, I haven’t found any sport that is intriguing enough for me to be committed to. O probably I have never got the chance to explore the sports which I find interesting.Even right at this moment, I have not a clue of what I should pen down when it comes to sports. Luckily my supervisor said “it can be about recreation and interest as well”. To me sports are merely a thing that I give a shot or two once in awhile. I do like outdoor activities however. Wide water rafting, wall climbing and diving are part of the plans I have in my I-must-try-this-at-least-once-before-I-die list. I would be overwhelmed with joy if I were given the chance to try them out as long as I don’t have to spend a single penny. Now that would be difficult isn’t it? Yea I’m aware of how impossible that sounds. Which is why I intend to fulfill my wishes as soon as I earn my own cash. It’s never too late to get involve with sports rite? Being a person who treasures her time alone observing people and nature or should I just say people’s natures, I enjoy travelling alone. You know, some quality time for myself. Just like Beyonce’s song, ‘Me, Myself and I’..(huh??) Besides that, road trips or vacations at sea side’s kills me! A perfect picture of easing my mind. Surrounded by virgin air, free from hectic traffic and torturing stress. Somehow I find it soothing being at a place as such. Obviously, this is not something I wish to do alone. Even if you’re at the most heavenly place on earth, but if you’re with the wrong company, you might as well just commit suicide! Imagine being in Vegas with a ‘Tok Imam’. He would be reciting prayers, asking for forgiveness while you are hopelessly picturing yourself hooking up with the girls and making a fortune at the Jackpot. You’ll die! Of course, he would rather die first. Just like what they always say, it’s not where you go but who you’re with. Absolutely true! So, I guess, no matter what you do or where you go, a good company will definitely make a difference. Perhaps I should find myself a good company for sports then. Anyway, I’d like to wish all the Muslims and Malaysians a blissful Ramadhan Al-Mubarak and Happy Independence Day!