Rahmadan is Bliss

Dear Zummy:

Its almost the end of the fasting month already and everyone is super excited about celebrating Raya, but before that, Rahmadan is definitely a bliss to me and at the same time it has done a lot of damages too, haha.

Its a good thing if I tag along and join our Muslim friends to fast during the day. I read a lot that its a good method of dieting because it allow the stomach to have a rest and at the same time you reduced your food intake from what you normally do.

Well, that's not the case for me. I didn't fast and yet I ate twice as many as I normally do. Look at what they sell at the Bazaar Rahmadan. Food... food... and more food! They even bring out the good stuff that you don't normally see on a regular night market.

Everything is so delicious and everything is so tempting to me! If its was just for me alone, I don't think I would eat 'that' much, but since I am a very friendly person, and I like to share the wealth with my friends, 'sungkai' became an event that I just have to make it big.

Usually I would break the fast with a friend's family, and we will have around 9 or 10 person at the time. Its great to have so many people around, and the kids, they are just playful. I really enjoy the warm family atmosphere like that.

Well, it don't usually stop there. Sometimes we do hang around until its time for 'sahur', and thats where it gets worse for me. I ate too much and then I straight away headed for bed. So yes I gain a few pound during this wonderful month of Rahmadan.

I'm afraid its going to get worse during Raya. The number of houses that I have to visit has enough food to get me through for a couple of months! Perhaps by the end of the month, I could be eligible to join in The Biggest Loser Asia. All the best Daniel! :D

Well, I'm going down to KK to meet up with you tomorrow. Please don't be too shock when you see how larger than life I am now.

I love you Zummy and I can't wait to see you. Happy Birthday my dearest friend, and may God be nice to you and grant you all your birthday wishes. Amen.

Bye for now =)

Yours truly:

daniel chiam from room8five