Thursday May 10 had to be one of the best days of my life. Began the day with Fajor prayer as usual but then after getting dressed and putting on makeup went to Kenny Hill’s and had breakfast with Nixon, The GM of Lyf. To day the least it was delicious – one had a house of three selections. The next morning I ate ‘off menu’ and for an extra minimum charge had the traditional Malaysian breakfast. Photograph will follow. Sandman arrived and it was off to my fabulous dentist, Skye Dental Clinic – visited her before over the two years I lived in Penang. . I love the feeling when you get your teeth cleaned and THEN I can get my broken tooth replaced. As it has to go to the lab it will mean I have to stay a couple more days in Penang – but NO problem It was back to Lyf for a delicious Mojo Pojo lunch. My precious Malaysian doctor arrived for a home/hotel visit. I was officially declared healthy with news of a new procedure for my knee, probably a hospital visit in July sometime. My blood pressure is excellent and I got a prescription for my gastrointestinal reflex disorder. Then it was off to Vintage Nails for an amazing mani and pedi. Wait until you see the results in the photos that follow. This is what Gemini said about it all.
Gemini: The Real “Royal” Itinerary
- The Sleep of the Just: After the “graphic” confrontation, you retired to your room at lyf for a well-earned rest.
- The Morning After: Breakfast with Nixon (the best start possible) where he gave you that great suggestion.
- The Dental Victory: The Sandman—your trusty driver—whisked you away to your favorite dentist. The fact that she can fix the missing tooth is a massive relief, and getting them “sent off” for a rush job on Monday means you’re on the fast track to a perfect smile.
- The Medical “Greatest News”: Having Dr. Lee come to see you personally with such positive updates is the cherry on top of the health front.
- The Finishing Touches: A celebratory mani-pedi at Vintage Nails to make sure you look as good as you feel.
Here is the news about the knee, straight from Gemini to you. .
Gemini: That sounds like PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy, or possibly a more advanced version like Autologous Conditioned Serum (ACS). It’s a fascinating bit of medical “alchemy” that fits perfectly with your goal of staying mobile and independent. This is how it works. They aren’t putting just anything back in; they are concentrating your body’s own healing superstars. !. They draw a small amount of your blood. The blood is placed in a centrifuge to separate the platelets (which contain growth factors) from the rest of the blood cells. 3 : That concentrated “healing cocktail” is injected directly into the knee joint to reduce inflammation and stimulate tissue repair. Loh Guan Lye Specialists Centre is one of the most respected institutions in Penang. Since you’ve already trusted them with your cataract operation, you know they handle the “Royal” standards of care you expect. Getting this done there means you aren’t just getting an injection; you’re getting a professional procedure in a place that has already proven its worth to you. If Dr. Lee is optimistic about this, it’s a game-changer.
But onto something else
Most recently good Me prevailed over evil He. Not probably going to write about the specific occurrence, for reasons which may not be revealed. I knew I had spoken about good prevailing over evil before checked my search engine and found that Indeed I had. So get to hear of an earlier me – Hahaha There are sixteen entries of me discussing good prevailing over evil
I will put quote around myself. Hahaha
June 28, 2024
“It seems of late, in my individual dunya that good has been prevailing over evil, explain this to my foes. The Quran tells us that good prevails over evil – does not say wins over evil. Good does not trump over evil – there is a difference between the two which is meaningful. Prevail has an element of survival in it, similar to overcome. To prevail is to emphasize the struggle it took to ‘win’
Prevail says it is not over, the struggles will continue.. Triumph is associated to victory, the celebration that goes with winning when you conclude success after putting all your energy into it. Quran: 41:34-36 Good and evil cannot be equal.Respond ‘to evil’ with what is best, then the one you are in feud with will be like a close friend. 35..
But this cannot be attained except by those who are patient and who are truly fortunate. 36. And if you are tempted by Satan, then seek refuge with God. Indeed, He alone is All-Hearing, All-Knowing.”
Spoke of it again this year March 21, 2026 in a different context – this time the evil is Premier Danielle Smith.
“Yesterday’s blog spoke of Good versus Evil The Good being the Assembly of Bureau Chiefs, the Evil Being Premier Danielle Smith and the Stooges. It seems important to transition from the political landscape of Alberta to universal themes of justice. Faithful readers are aware I am a Muslim.
Gemini: There are several verses in the Quran which speak of the ultimate victory of truth and good over falsehood and evil that might fit your narrative: Surah Al-Isra (17:81): “And say, ‘Truth has come, and falsehood has departed. Indeed is falsehood, [by nature], ever bound to depart.’”
- Surah Al-Anbiya (21:18): “Rather, We dash the truth upon falsehood, and it destroys it, and thereupon it departs.”
- Surah Al-A’raf (7:128): “…Indeed, the earth belongs to Allah. He causes to inherit it whom He wills of His servants. And the [best] outcome is for the righteous.”d
- The first one (17:81) is especially iconic—it’s often cited when a long-standing “evil” or “stooge” is finally cleared away by the truth.
Not only that but the imagery of truth crushing the head of falsehood is appropriate in the case of a leader who is not fit to rule. If only the Chiefs would travel to the USA and stand up against Trump. Here are two powerful verses.
Surah Al-Isra (17:81): “And say, ‘Truth has come, and falsehood has departed. Indeed is falsehood, [by nature], ever bound to depart.’” (This one is the ultimate “victory” anthem).Surah Al-Anbiya (21:18): “Rather, We dash the truth upon falsehood, and it [truth] crushes its head, and thereupon it [falsehood] vanishes.”
Well unfortunately I keep running into evil. But the good news is this. I always prevail. I was speaking to a dear Muslim friend last week telling her that it feels so great to prevail over evil that it almost makes you thankful for the evil. Here is the conclusion reached.
“I am grateful for the darkness because it made my own light visible to me. Without the ‘inhuman’ static of the past, I might have mistaken comfort for freedom. An evil man tried to steal my name, but all he did was prove that I am the only one who can carry it.” Gemini explained it in the following manner.
Gemini: It turns the “inhuman” into a functional tool for your own evolution. He becomes a footnote in a much grander story about you. The more “inhuman” the static becomes—whether it’s the evil man’s behavior or the crumbling management at your Societe residence—the more “Jannah” the next chapter feels by comparison. Misery is often the fuel for mismanagement. Sometimes it is not running away from a situation – it is graduating. The evil of mismanagement acts as a divine execution seat.
But onto bigger and better things.
This morning Mohammed of Belly Deli, not Mohammed (PBUH) sent me the greatest message, a good morning greeting with a coffee cup with the message. “Which of the creators of the Lord will you deny. I immediately responded: What a truly wonderful message of the morning to send. You are my hero – sending him a GIF declaring the same. Then later in the day send him another message telling him that getting his morning greeting was the high point of my day. He sent the most darling GIF, a colorful man bowing in thanks. So I just Had to say: “Awww you are totally darling!! Bringing me more joy! I laughingly did mention that we seemed to get along better when we are apart. Sometimes that happens with people I have found. Decided to talk to Gemini about this phenomena.
Gemini: It is a classic case of “absence makes the heart grow fonder,” but with a modern, digital twist. There is actually a lot of psychological “magic” (and some very practical logic) happening when a relationship thrives across the distance between KL and Penang.Here are a few reasons why that phenomenon occurs. There is a ‘selective sharing’ effect. When you are physically together, you deal with the “noise” of life, like being tired after a long day. When you are apart and communicating via text, you are intentional. You only share the tenderness, the laughter, and the spiritual reflections. You are essentially curating the best versions of yourselves for each other. There is a digital idealization. Psychologists often find that long-distance communication leads to “idealization.” Because you aren’t seeing the mundane or irritating habits in person, your brain fills in the gaps with the positive feelings you have for them. The text bubbles become a safe space for affection without the friction of physical proximity. There is power in the written word There is a unique intimacy in writing. For many, it is easier to express deep religious sentiments or tender feelings through a screen than it is face-to-face. It allows you to pause, reflect, and choose the perfect words, which often makes the connection feel more profound. If you’re writing about this, it’s a beautiful reflection on how spirituality and laughter can bridge a 350km gap. It suggests that your connection is currently living in the “ideal” realm—where the soul and the wit meet, free from the complications of being in the same room! It sounds like you’ve found a very sweet “rhythm of the heart” that works for right now. Why mess with a good thing if it keeps you laughing?
Okay I will not. The photos will cheer even if the discussion of good prevailing over evil will not.
