The day Raafiek & I pledge to love, honour and cherish each other… the day we complete half our faith… the day that marks the beginning of a new lifetime… the day we marry! I await with eager anticipation!
Well, back to the now… its October 11, 2008… exactly one year from the much-anticipated day. It seems cloudy and cold, but who was to know that it would transform into a day filled with sunshine, happiness and wonderful memories. I spent most of the day with my cousin Shahieda… we attended an Islamic Jurisprudence class – Usul-lul-Fiqh. Then we headed to Mugg&Bean for breakfast. Thereafter, we strolled leisurely around and did some fabric shopping.
On my return home, I felt like doing something special to mark the day. You know me… always looking for a reason to create some memories. So, I called up Raafiek and we collectively decided to do some dining the evening to signify our one year count-down to a lifetime together. I told my parents about it to spread the good cheer… and they decided dinner was on them. We went to a delectable Pakistani diner in Seapoint – From Cape to India.
Mom & Me
Raafiek & Dad
Dressed in our Sunday-best we took a scenic sunset drive to the restaurant. I had on a little black number… and Raafiek was suited in a black blazer as well. Oooh… don’t ask me the names of the food we ate… a bit weird… but nevertheless mouth-watering! Sounded like Aloo Chopra, Aloo Kapiri… uh... never mind… it was delicious!
Me & My Wonderful Parents
We had a splendid time… chatted about plans for the wedding and had some good laughs as well. Oh my… there was this cute little baby boy, probably not even two years old… the minute they stepped into the restaurant… he ran towards me and gave me a sweet… I was so stunned… the little baby then proceeded to climb onto my lap… too oulik! So, I lifted him up and played with him for a bit… till his mom fetched him. Hmmm… me wonders if he can sense my eagerness to have a little one of my own! hehe
Me & My Husband-To-Be
After dinner, my parents left to visit my mom’s aunt, so Raafiek and I went to visit Zane & Zoey.
Zane & Zoey
The Angel & The Devil
Thereafter, we took a drive to the V&A… then a slow drive home. By now… I was bushed… it was heading onto 11:00pm… my eyes are heavy… but still my heart is pounding for what’s to come! Excitement beyond explanation!
2 comments:
I'm absolutely thrilled for you sweets!! The excitement in the air is tangible!! May Allah protect and guide you on your journey to your most anticipated day Insha-Allah Ameen!!
Insha-Allah, Ameen!
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