“People walk in and out of our life but true friends leave
footprints in our heart”
The President of Perwakilan Muscat, Ybhg Prof Madya Datin Dr
Musrifah Sapardi will be leaving us for Malaysia. We, the members and all
Malaysian here, are going to miss her and everything about her. Her husband, Ybhg
HE Dato Rustam Yahya is ending his short ambassador-ship stint here in Muscat
to move on with his diplomatic career back in Malaysia.
They are such a lovely couple.
During her stay here, Datin Dr Musrifah, dearly referred herself as "Akak" or "Kak Mus" has initiated, organized and steered countless events especially towards
promoting Malaysia to Oman and other countries as well. We have been lucky
having the opportunity working with her as she has been so generous in sharing
ideas, knowledge and experiences in many ways that benefits members. The way
she is treating each one of us makes us feel special.
Not only is Datin Musrifah the Perwakilan leader, but also
to most of us, Datin is like a sister, a mother, a teacher or even a fondly
friend that we can trust to ‘gossip’. She is always there to render assist or
support if needed. Her intelligence, knowledge and life experience, among
other qualities, that make us comfortable to go and consult her whenever
conflicts arise.
Only in Oman, the official Ambassador Residence is uniquely
referred to as ‘Rumah Malaysia’. The naming of the residence is a humbly
gesture signifying the openness of the house to all Malaysians. The Rumah
Malaysia has witnessed to be the venue hosting numerous events, from social
gathering, talks, VIP guest receptions to religious functions. We could always see and feel the warmth
welcoming from this lovely good-hearted couple to the Rumah Malaysia.
Perwakilan Muscat had the opportunity to organize a farewell
coffee-morning gathering with Datin Musrifah last week. We spent a precious two
hours with her and to convey member personal appreciation, we presented Datin
with a handmade patchwork art by members. The handmade patchwork
was an idea mooted by Puan Mimi. The final Patchwork is made out of small pieces
of design that are contributed by each member and later sewn and patched
together into a big piece of patchwork art.
Believe it or not, some of us who have never held a needle
before surprisingly came out with a very creative invention! This patchwork final
form is such a “Master-piece’ that really touched and broke Datin to tears.
Perwakilan Muscat will definitely miss you, Datin. Words
could not possibly express all about you, and just how much we are going to
miss you. Given the opportunities, there will be endless words to describe, but
these are THREE words by members to tell it all:-
-names are in no particular order
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Azwa – Enchanting Warm
Vivacious
Hanizah – Tetap Dalam Ingatan
Mona – Pleasant Facial
Expression
Zaheeda – Adorable Lovable
Gorgeous
Dr Intan – Humble Beautiful
Smile
Lily – Cheerful Friendly Kind
Beatrice – Farewell Best Wishes
Sofia – You’re A Gem
Anis – Friends Are Treasures
Ana – Kind Hearted Lady
Aida – Beautiful Thoughtful
Benign
Seniah – A Great Lady
Ida – Gorgeous Inspirational
Kind
Mimi – Charming Enthusiastic
Humble
Maheran – Diplomat’s Humble
Spouse
Dr Nurul – Mesmeric Unassuming
Sagacious
Mala – The Malaysian Beauty
Sharifah – Graceful Sweet
Loving
Haffizah – Thoyyibah Saeedah
Jameelah
Sheila – Precious Warm Charming
Priya – Eyes 2 Heart
Dr Liza – Seeru ‘Ala
Barakatillah
Jay – Jewel Of People
Zaileha – Karipap, Pau, Laksa
Rozie – Eximius Humilis Comis
Zarina – All The Best
Intan – Stay Fabulous Always
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Though some names are not here, but definitely the same will be mentioned.
Perwakilan Muscat would like to express our big Thank You to
Datin. We wish you and family a save journey back to our homeland. We wish you
all the best in your future undertaking.
You will definitely be MISSED but not
FORGOTTEN. This is not a GOODBYE but only an APPRECIATION note from us.
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