At close to midnight, I sensed the vibration of my mobile and simply thought that it was the alarm. I went to bed early last night as my flu-like symptom was driving me nuts. It took me a few seconds to realise that it was actually a phone call.
Sensing something was wrong, I braced myself before picking up. On the other end, the person was trying her best to break the news sensibly but it was proven difficult. In between her sobs, I found out our friend, Ruby, had passed away....
I first ‘met’ this lady full of elegance a few years back during my search of the movie ‘Cinta’. I made a posting about this movie, referring to her review as well. It was from then onwards we started to become friends in this blogosphere.
It was only in Summer 2007 that we had a chance to physically meet. Prompted by a dear blogger, I decided to see this lady in person. I took the young lady along, who was only 6 years old at that time, and the venue was KLCC, a place convenient for both us.
Her jovial personality and warmth made it so easy to click that we ended a few hours at two cafes. Even the young lady was not complaining as Aunty Ruby simple knew how to win her heart. She was good with kids, a trait most of us could sense from her way of writing and her effort in giving back to the society.
She touched the lives of many and will be missed. She will always be in our thoughts...
Al-fatihah...
6 comments:
Ms B. To me Ruby Ahmad is a lady with a Beautiful mind. A great person to have as a friend. I did enjoy bantering with her in Blogsphere and at Face book. Well, life is like that, we came and then we just leave. Take care.
Al Fatihah. I don't know her personally, but she's on my FB friends list and I've always enjoyed reading her status updates, which always appear more meaningful than boring every day life activities most people had.
hej! Ms.B...my deepest condolences of the passing your dear friend and may she rest in peace...
Pak Idrus,
She was a remarkable person who knew how to live life well. She was always positive about everything and shared her wisdom with us.
Momster,
Ruby made time for everyone, no matter who they were. She achieved much in her life but was humble about it. She always highlighted the positive side in every bad situation that made us appreciate life more.
A rare gem indeed.
Danial,
Thank you. We still couldnt believe that she is gone. A sudden departure.
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