It was worth it .... :-))

This is the final Melaka house painstakingly, lovingly and wholeheartedly made by Zin for Abang. Abang had commissioned to make one for him. Zin had made 2 so far and this was the final one.  While ZIn was modifying and fine-tuning it, he was wondering if he had enough time. Abang was already in and out of hospitals. Zin wanted to make this the best he could for his half-brother. We may not be close but we respect and accept each other. Finally, he managed to send it to Abang when he was back home at Taman Keramat.

When we visited Kak Ita, Abang's wife, during the Raya break, I was impressed with this model house. The roof could be opened to see the layout inside. Zin had also created the stairs leading to the attic. It was a fine and intricate workmanship. The windows and doors could be opened. It was a traditional Melaka house. Kak Ita said Abang spent the last week of his life looking at the house every day. He told Kak Ita about the house, whose rooms were upstairs and down stairs, the attic, the memories he had when he was there. Their wedding and other weddings that were held there. Mak Cik's death. Bapak's death. Kak Ita said Abang spent a lot of time in his wheel chair just playing with the house. Letting his nostalgic memories created a smile on his face. Kak Ita was thankful to Zin for completing the house on time and sent it to Abang before he passed away.

Yes, Zin. It was worth it. The model house made Abang happy and I supposed reminded him of Bapak. He had done his best as a big brother as he knew how. Now, let us pray that he is at peace with himself and with his Creator. Aamiiin.....