During this holy month of ramadan, i came across a friend of mine who is a government servant but had actually taken a month no pay leave for the simple reason of making himself some extra money to celebrate hari raya.
With the present ever increasing prices of almost all essential items, practically almost all ordinary people are feeling the pinch or seeing the monthly spending or groceries budget being tightened further. It is no longer easy for a family of four to survive unless both husband and wife are working. Even that, after deducting the monthly financial obligation, they can hardly survive.
Back to my friend, he is trying to make a good income at the ramadan market by selling the usual customary muslim food, like grilled fish, ayam golek and other goodies. As a friend, i wished him all the best and hope that he can have a comfortable festive celebration.
Other races also attend such market to savour all those tasty cuisines. Anyway, its only once a year and we could hardly let it slipped away. In the midst of svouring these delicious food, did we give a thought about taking this opportunity to socialise with them and help strengthened the friendship that we had for the past 50 years?
It is not always for us to mingle with each other and let us be honest about it. Wouldn't it be ice if we start doing it this time? Solidarity, friendship and understanding are the main ingredients towards achieving the government concept of 1Malaysia. Though it is still in the infant stage with sceptical view among we all.
To ensure harmony in our beloved country, let us take the initiative to do the needful and the first step. It won't take much of your time and will leave a foundation of solid ground for our future generation.
Meanwhile, i smell of some hot and spicy satay brewing towards my direction. Any takers????
Selamat berbuka puasa for all my muslim friends and business associates.
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