GIFT FROM ARIN'S SHOPPE

wahhh..1 April 2010 tanggal bertuah coz terpilih menjadi 2nd winner from Arin's Shoppe

ni hadiahnye Id Holder yang bawah frame tu..cute kan

Toche toche..tq..terima kasih..comel sungguh id holder yang diterima 

12 anak tidak mampu jaga emak

Soalan:
IBU saya berusia 74 tahun. Dia mempunyai 12 anak dan 11 daripadanya sudah berkahwin. Soalan saya apa hukumnya apabila semua anaknya tidak mahu menjaga ibu?
Adakah betul apabila seorang anak perempuan berkahwin maka dia tidak boleh menjaga ibunya kerana mereka sudah terlepas dari tanggungjawab berkenaan? Saya ingin penjelasan dengan kata-kata yang menyebut ‘syurga seorang isteri di bawah kaki suami manakala syurga seorang suami di bawah kaki ibunya.’
MAS
Kuala Lumpur


Jawapan:
Tanggungjawab menjaga ibu bapa terpikul pada anak-anak seramai 12 orang. Sebaiknya mereka berkumpul mencari kata sepakat membahagikan tugas berkenaan mengikut kemampuan masing-masing. Kemampuan bukan saja dari sudut kewangan tapi masa dan komitmen.

Amat pilu dan sedih jika dalam 12 orang anak, tiada yang mahu menjaga ibu. Jika semua sukar kerana komitmen lain, ringankanlah dengan masing-masing mengeluarkan sedikit belanja menggajikan seseorang yang boleh tinggal bersama ibu untuk menjaga kebajikannya. Jika tidak mampu dari segi masa masakan wang pun mahu berkira pada ibu sendiri. Ambillah peluang melaksanakan ehsan dan berbuat baik pada sisa umurnya yang tinggal. Kata-kata yang menyebut ‘syurga seorang isteri di bawah kaki suami manakala syurga seorang suami di bawah kaki ibunya’ bukan hadis. Saya belum pernah jumpa hadis mahupun athar (kata-kata) seumpamanya. Yang ada ialah “Reda Allah adalah pada reda kedua-dua ibu bapa” justeru carilah keredaan Allah melalui keredaan ibu bapa.

* Soal jawab bersama Dr Mashitah


~Renung-renungkanlah wahai sahabat~

Suami atau ibu?

Soalan:


SAYA sudah berkahwin dan mempunyai seorang anak perempuan. Sepanjang saya belajar dulu, guru mengatakan seorang isteri wajib patuh kepada suaminya berbanding ibu bapanya.
Guru juga mengatakan seorang wanita itu akan masuk syurga jika suami reda padanya. Pada yang belum berkahwin, syurga baginya adalah di tapak kaki ibu. Masalahnya, ibu saya seorang yang sangat kuat menyindir. Sebagai anak sulung daripada empat beradik saya selalu berasa dianaktirikan oleh ibu sendiri. Masalah ini berlarutan selepas saya berkahwin dan mempunyai anak. Dulu saya bersabar dan cuba berbaik dengannya tetapi masalah semakin serius apabila suami saya sendiri sudah tidak tahan dengan sikap ibu. Ibu akan berhenti menyindir apabila diberikan wang tetapi ia hanya bertahan dua atau tiga hari saja.

Baru-baru ini, ibu dan suami saya bergaduh lagi. Sudah tentu saya menyebelahi suami kerana selain taat saya faham keadaan sebenar. Ibu pula memberi amaran supaya tidak ‘mencari pasal dengannya’ dengan menyebelahi suami. Ibu juga berkata perjalanan perkahwinan kami ‘masih jauh’ dan melabelkan saya sebagai anak yang tidak mengenang budi. Saya sentiasa berada dalam ketakutan dan tidak tenteram mengenangkan kisah kisah anak derhaka yang saya baca dan tonton. Adakah benar saya ini anak derhaka dan akan mendapat pelbagai bala kerana tidak patuh pada ibu? Pada siapakah saya perlu taat, suami atau ibu?
HATI SEDIH
Miri, Sarawak.


Jawapan:
Bagi wanita berkahwin, ada hiraki atau keutamaan tersendiri kepada siapa dia perlu taat. Isteri wajib taat pada suami selama mana ketaatan tidak membawa kepada perkara maksiat dan melanggar perintah Allah. Dalam masa yang sama kita juga perlu mengimbangi dengan adil mencari keredaan ibu bapa. Bukan mudah untuk melaksanakannya dalam keadaan ibu sendiri mempunyai perangai yang sukar diubah. Apa yang termampu dilakukan sekarang ialah membendung suasana saja kerana merubahnya agar sukar dan mustahil dilakukan. Berpakatlah dengan suami supaya dia bersabar menerima keadaan yang ada. Elakkan terlalu kerap bertemu kerana ini akan menimbulkan banyak masalah lagi. Lebih sukar jika tinggal sebumbung, ada baiknya perjumpaan sekali sekala supaya lebih kemesraan yang terjalin dari masalah yang timbul. Mohon ampun untuk ibu dan doakan dia sebagai tanggungjawab seorang anak, selebihnya bertawakal pada Allah. Perjalanan hidup ini penuh cubaan dan dugaan jika kita bersabar pasti Allah akan memberi ganjaran.

*Soal Jawab Dr Mashitah

Hidden dangers on shopping trolleys

TAKING a trip to the supermarket can be dangerous, as research has shown that the handles of the shopping trolleys are a hotbed for bacteria and viruses which can make shoppers sick, especially children.

In some countries, some grocery chains provide anti-bacterial wipes for customers to clean the handles before use but this practice does not seem to have caught on in Malaysia despite the trolleys being an essential part of a shopping trip.

A study in South Korea by the Korean Consumer Protection Board found that the handles of shopping trolleys are the most polluted objects frequently touched by people, with more bacteria found there than on public toilet door handles.

Studies have also shown that each shopping trolley handle has more than one million germs, which can be ingested by toddlers who touch the handles before touching their mouths.

Researchers stressed that trolley handles are one of the most contaminated public surfaces, even dirtier than most public restrooms.

According to them, the restrooms are regularly cleaned and disinfected while the shopping trolleys are rarely sanitised. Most stores were found to clean their trolleys only several times a year. Swabs taken from the handles have shown the presence of germs, viruses, bacteria and bodily fluids.

A microbiologist at the University of Arizona Environmental Reserach Laboratory, Dr Kelly Reynolds, who is doing research to determine why certain bacteria find their way into people’s homes made a startling discovery: one in five shopping trolleys tested positive for bodily fluids - blood, saliva or urine - that could transmit germs.

A specialist in Internal Medicine at a hospital in Seremban, Dr Mohd Arifin Mohd Ali, said as far as medical research is concerned, no work was done in this area.

However, he added that during the outbreak of the Influenza A (H1N1), the hospital launched a large-scale public awareness programme to educate the public on ways to contain the spread of the pandemic and other infectious diseases through use of public amenities.

“We advised on effective measures through public education. One effective way to control the spread of infectious diseases is by maintaining personal hygiene,’’ said Dr Mohd Arifin.

He said there were a number of researches done overseas in this area as the public was concerned with the spread of infectious diseases via transmission from one person to another through unhygienic shopping trolleys.

“In foreign countries, cleanliness of shopping trolleys are taken seriously but locally it falls under general cleanliness, similar to guidelines issued for public toilets,” said Dr Mohd Arifin.

Carrefour Malaysia and Singapore marketing and communications director Low Ngai Yuen said the company had strict cleanliness guidelines.

“Our trolleys are cleaned before being returned to the entrance after every use.

“Before opening, at midday and before peak hours, the trolleys are given a cleaning again and the handlebars are wiped down with disinfectant,” she said.

According to her, employees were also prohibited from using the trolleys for any other purpose, as there were specific trolleys for taking out the trash, usually without advertisement panelling.

Meanwhile, Giant Malaysia corporate communication manager (marketing department) Zamri Maulan said the chain provided shopping trolleys to customers at no charge and appointed cleaners to clean the trolleys daily.

“Trolley-cleaning is one of the specific areas under our contract with the cleaning contractor. Our store managers will inspect and ensure our shopping trolleys are cleaned and sanitised every day,” Zamri said.

Aeon Co (M) Berhad corporate communications (corporate/public relations) CSR and corporate branding division manager Zakimarhaini Mohd Said said trolley pushers employed by Jusco were reminded to clean the trolleys thoroughly weekly.

“Trolleys that have stains or are dirty will usually be isolated from the trolley bays. They are thoroughly cleaned before being returned to the bay,” Zakimarhaini said.

She said the company had guidelines for all its outlets and safety and cleanliness of shopping tools were among the priorities.

*Ref: The Star

On the beaches of Costa Rica

World Wide shame  in 

COSTA RICA

See the 2nd picture too, where the female turtle cannot cover up her own eggs, before the intruder steals away what Nature has given her to protect her young.  These people have unfortunately, taught their children nothing for the future generation to cherish.  Look at these children and they do not know anything about conservation of Marine Life Protection and look at the disastrous road their parents are taking too..............

 The turtle eggs are stolen to be sold.

                  

What have they all gained for the future of Costa Rica's Marine Life protection?

Please distribute widely 

The Turtle eggs  are stolen to be sold

THEATRE

Untuk peminat teater di luar sana..jom ramai2 kita pergi

Taco Pasta Toss

Yields : Serves 4

Ingredients

• Salt and pepper
• 1 pound penne rigate or whole grain penne rigate pasta
• 1 tablespoon EVOO – Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 pound ground beef sirloin
• 1 large onion, chopped, divided
• 1 large jalapeño halved, seeded and thinly sliced crosswise
• 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons chili powder, about 2 palmfuls
• 1 tablespoon ground coriander, about a palmful
• 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin, about 1/2 palmful
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1 cups chicken stock
• 2 cups shredded cheddar, Monterey jack or any Mexican semisoft cheese
• 2 small plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• 1/4 head iceberg lettuce or 1/2 small heart romaine lettuce, chopped

Preparation

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt it, add the pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and return to the pot.

While the pasta is working, in a large skillet, heat the EVOO, 1 turn of the pan, over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Add three-quarters of the onion, the jalapeño, garlic, chili powder, coriander and cumin; season with salt and pepper. Cook until the onion is softened, 6-7 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste, cook for 1 minute then stir in the chicken stock.

Add the sauce to the pasta and toss. Spoon into a serving dish, top with the cheese and tent with foil to melt the cheese, about 1 minute. Top with the remaining onion, the tomatoes and lettuce – just like tacos!

***Recipe from Rachael Ray

BLT Bowties

Yields: Serves 4-6

Ingredients

• EVOO – Extra Virgin Olive Oil, for drizzling, plus 2 tablespoons
• 12 slices good quality smoky bacon, cut into half-inch dice
• 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
• A handful of flat-leaf parsley, chopped
• A couple of generous handfuls grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped or grated
• A pinch crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 pints cherry tomatoes
• Salt and pepper
• 1 pound bowtie pasta
• 4 cups arugula, a couple of bundles, coarsely chopped
• 1 cup basil leaves, about 20 leaves, torn or coarsely chopped

Preparation

Heat a drizzle of EVOO in a skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Add bacon and brown to crisp. Remove to plate to drain. Add Panko crumbs to the pan with the bacon drippings and toast to golden brown. Add parsley and a couple of handfuls of grated cheese. Toss to combine, turn off heat and reserve the crumbs. 

Heat 2 tablespoons EVOO in a large skillet with tight-fitting lid over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, and cook to soften, 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently. Add red pepper and cherry tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper, and cover pan tightly with lid. Cook, shaking occasionally, until tomatoes begin to burst, about 8 minutes. Remove cover and gently mash up the tomatoes a bit with a wooden spoon. 

Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil for pasta. Salt water and cook bowties to al dente. Just before draining, add a cup of the starchy liquid to the cherry tomato sauce. Drain pasta. 

Add arugula and basil to the tomato sauce, along with the reserved bacon and drained bowties. Season with black pepper and salt, and toss to combine. Garnish bowls of pasta with the seasoned crumbs and serve.

***Recipe From Rachael Ray Show

Spring Chicken Meat Sauce & Papardelle

Yields: Serves 4

Ingredients

• 3 small pieces split chicken breast, bone-in, skin-on
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 medium onions
• 2 tablespoons EVOO – Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 2 small to medium carrots, peeled and finely chopped
• 1 small rib celery, finely chopped
• 3 to 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• Salt and pepper
• 2 to 3 sprigs fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• A few sprigs fresh thyme, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup whole milk
• A little freshly grated nutmeg, to taste
• 1 pound papardelle or fettuccini
• Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (for a nutty taste) or grated Pecorino-Romano (if you prefer a sharp, tangy taste) for tossing with pasta and for passing at table
• 1 cup basil, loosely packed

Preparation:

Rinse and dry chicken breasts. Place chicken in a medium Dutch oven or other pot with tight fitting lid. Add a few bay leaves to pot. Peel and quarter an onion, leaving the root end in tact. Arrange with chicken and bay leaves then add water to the pot to come up to the top of chicken without covering it. Bring to a boil and drop heat to simmer. Cover pot and poach chicken about 15-20 minutes. Cool meat, strain and reserve 2 cups of cooking liquid. Remove skin and bones and shred meat into small pieces with forks or your hands.

Heat EVOO in Dutch oven, a couple of turns of the pan, over medium to medium-high heat. Add carrots, celery, a medium onion, finely chopped and garlic. Season with salt, pepper, rosemary and thyme and cook 8 minutes to soften. Add tomato paste and stir 1 minute. Add chicken to sauce and bring sauce to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer and stir in milk, then season with a little nutmeg. Simmer sauce, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes over low heat. 

Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil for pasta. Add papardelle or fettuccini and cook to al dente. Reserve a ladle of starchy cooking liquid just before draining pasta. Toss drained pasta with cooking liquid, half the sauce and a handful of cheese. 

Serve pasta in shallow bowls topped with remaining sauce and torn basil, a little more cheese for topping.

**

Recipe from Rachael Ray Show

Isteri asyik bercinta

SOALAN:

HARUSKAH saya menceraikan isteri yang asyik bercinta dengan orang lain? Dayuskah saya kerana tidak menceraikannya dan membiarkannya? Sudah banyak kali saya menegur tapi jadi bahan perbalahan. Untuk pengetahuan puan kami sudah 20 tahun berkahwin dan mempunyai empat anak.
SUAMI KECEWA
Terengganu


JAWAPAN:

Perceraian adalah jalan terakhir sesudah semua jalan lain tidak lagi mampu menyelesaikan masalah yang dihadapi.

Dalam usia yang matang selepas agak lama mendirikan rumah tangga seharusnya tuan lebih faham akan perangai isteri. Jika suami yang tahu isterinya curang, namun tidak berbuat apa-apa maka dayuslah dia.
Suami yang tahu masalah isteri yang curang wajib baginya menasihati isteri itu terlebih dulu dan mencari punca masalah jika mungkin datangnya daripada suami sendiri.

Selepas dinasihati dan dimaklumkan isteri akan diboikot (dipulaukan) daripada tempat tidur. Jika isteri masih ingkar maka jalan terakhir ialah menceraikan isteri yang curang, ingkar serta nusyuz.