A 104-YEAR-OLD woman still goes out to sea to catch shrimps and sell home-made belacan in Pulau Tuba, Langkawi.
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The pictures uploaded on Twitter by a netizen features the centenarian at work and they have been shared 7,500 times and received 7,800 likes as at Saturday.
Many were amazed by her extraordinary spirit, according to China Press.
According to the netizen, the woman, known as Tok Wan, said she was healthy and insisted on carrying out her daily routine, although her grandchildren had advised her to stay home.
“Those who have the chance to go to Pulau Tuba in Langkawi, please remember to support and help Tok Wan if you happen to see her there, ” said the netizen.
A 21-year-old said she was embarrassed of herself after reading the story of Tok Wan.
“I got tired of walking up the stairs because of a faulty escalator. Shame on me, ” she added.
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The bride and groom also did not put on the traditional Malay outfits.
Instead, the groom looked dashing in a suit while the bride was resplendent in a gown, Sin Chew Daily reported.
They were also accompanied by four Chinese and Malay children in Malay attire acting as flower girls and page boys during the ceremony on Saturday.
The bride’s father, known as Abdul Jalil, said the wedding had a tinge of Chinese culture and traditions as Malaysia is a multiracial country.
“My daughters studied in Chinese primary schools while my wife works with a Chinese company.
“We have many Chinese friends. That’s why we wanted a wedding ceremony featuring Chinese culture.
“But of course, we also have our Malay ceremony with the merry sound of the kompang.
“Two ceremonies with two different themes. I just wanted to leave my daughter with an unforgettable wedding celebration, ” he added. -The Star