We’re Off on Another Drive
A week had passed, and although my lower back felt much better, there was still a slight pinch. We decided to take things easy and planned a short drive to Plaza Damas for a haircut, with hopes of meeting my sister for breakfast. Unfortunately, she was not feeling well, so we carried on with just the two of us.
Simple Breakfast and a Trim
We stopped at Banana for a quick breakfast. I had a thosai, while Cat chose roti canai. With drinks, the meal came to RM11.80 (≈ USD2.50 / EUR2.50)—simple and satisfying.
After that, I headed to the barber. With only one person ahead of me, the wait was short. Santosh worked his magic on what little hair I had left. The haircut cost RM20.00 (≈ USD4 / EUR4).
A Drive Down Memory Lane
From there, we took a slow drive to Shah Alam, a trip I had been meaning to make for a long time. I wanted to revisit places tied to my younger days—and hopefully reconnect with old memories.
Our first stop was Jalan Rata 8/1F in Section 8, where my old friend Zul used to live. Unfortunately, I could not remember which house was his. Time had blurred the details, and we wondered if his family had already moved away.
Fields, Friends, and Faded Memories
We continued to Jalan Puncak 8/1H, where I used to spend evenings playing football. The field still stood, and I paused for a moment, remembering the energy of those carefree days.
Next, we drove to Jalan Landai 8/2C, where I had once lived with my then girlfriend and her family. Later, I moved to a nearby block with friends, including Muhaya Sulaiman, a fellow Terengganuan who sadly passed away many years ago. We said a quiet prayer for him.
Music and Dreams
We then headed to Section 6, where we parked near 7 Eleven. This area held special meaning. It was where my bandmates and I spent hours at a jamming studio, dreaming of making it big.
Those days felt close again. We remembered Gerald, Zul, Wan Kelly, and countless nights filled with music and hope. Wan Kelly did make it as a musician, but he too has since passed on. Another quiet moment of reflection.
We walked past RedBrick Studio, wondering if it was the same place we used to visit. We could not be sure, but the feeling remained.
A Simple Lunch
For lunch, we went to Medan Selera Prima 2. After looking around, we chose a small stall and ordered:
- Mixed Tomyam – RM8.00
- Ginger Fried Chicken – RM6.00
- 2 omelettes – RM1.00 each
- 2 servings of rice – RM2.00 each
- ABC Special – RM6.00
- Coconut Juice – RM5.00
Our meal came to RM31.00 (≈ USD/EUR7)—affordable and comforting.
One Last Stop
Before heading home, we made one final stop at Section 16, where I had once worked at a can factory after finishing school. I spent six months there on night shifts, working long hours while waiting for my exam results.
It was a tough time—but also a meaningful one. The best of times, the worst of times.
Heading Home
We drove back quietly, my mind filled with memories—some happy, some bittersweet. It was not just a drive; it was a journey into the past.
And somehow, it all felt worth it.
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📍 Location:
Plaza Damas - https://goo.gl/maps/MiR8gqfXTiRNfgco9
BANANA CURRY HOUSE @ DAMAS - https://goo.gl/maps/xkaQonqD6MKvX4zQ8
Jalan Rata 8/1F - https://goo.gl/maps/V6hcBLp3srDRVsX66
Jalan Puncak 8/1H - https://goo.gl/maps/SDnWLg5vNAzJzyR48
Flat PKNS Seksyen 8 [Blok 3] - https://goo.gl/maps/kYXgqZgBSiuJvNTD8
RedBrick Studio - https://goo.gl/maps/RGHXin6BLkfDAWgAA
D'Bubbles Corner - https://goo.gl/maps/pXNumxPHDKeYQPof8
[formerly Hock Joon Can Factory] AEX System - https://g.page/aex-system?share
