Malaysia, a nation comprising a wonderful array of people called Malaysians. They come in all shapes and sizes, a fun loving group of different colour, race and religion - people from throughout the world who have made this Peninsular their home ... each with differing principles and philosophies of life. Its a gathering of humanity who's friendship has remained steadfast throughout many generations.
Now let us pray that this Hari Raya Aidilfitri festive season sees a renewal of the strength and love amongst the population. We need to go back to a time when no one was called pendatang - a time when when the words of pukimak, niamah and pundek were freely used amongst groups of adults of different ethnic backgrounds without fear that they would cause embarrassment amongst the group - or a fear of being beaten up.
Incidentally, school children and teenagers (i.e. the growing years) were also not adverse to using these "lovely terms of endearment" amongst their friends.
Today, on the eve of a celebration, let us all hop on board our preferred mode of transportation and head home for the holidays ... for some soul-searching that will help all of us to live together in peace and harmony for the many, many years to come.
Selamat Hari Raya Malaysia ... Have a safe trip home!
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