Maybank "Projek Salam" (Raya 2025)

Summary

The transcript centers on Balqis, a child born with a unique condition, leaving her without hands. Despite the initial shock, her mother remains strong and hopeful. She shares the emotional journey of Balqis' birth and the challenges they've faced, particularly the mother's desire to see her daughter live a life like other children. Balqis' strength, resilience, and ability to overcome difficulties shine throughout the narrative, with her mother dreaming of a future where Balqis enjoys Raya celebrations just like anyone else.

Takeaways

• 😀 Balqis was born with a condition that surprised the parents, as the scan had shown everything was normal, but she was born with an unexpected physical difference.
• 😀 The parents were initially shocked and saddened by the situation, but they found strength in their daughter, Balqis, who adapted and didn’t make things difficult for them.
• 😀 Balqis has a strong and unique way of moving her hand, using the muscles of her body in a way that differs from others.
• 😀 The mother describes Balqis as a strong child who brings light into their family’s life.
• 😀 Despite the challenges, Balqis’ parents feel fortunate and blessed to have her, and they express gratitude for their experiences with her.
• 😀 Balqis has never experienced the memory of having hands, as she was born without them.
• 😀 The mother reflects on how, had it been an accident, Balqis might have had memories of using her hands, but instead, she has no such memories.
• 😀 A recurring thought for the parents is the hope of seeing Balqis grow and develop in the same way as other children.
• 😀 The parents express a dream of seeing Balqis live like everyone else, especially during significant moments like Raya (a holiday).
• 😀 Balqis’ father is hopeful about her future, sharing that he would like to see her grow up and experience life just like any other child.

Q & A

What was Balqis's birth like for her parents?

Balqis's birth was a surprising and emotional experience for her parents. Initially, the doctor did not inform them properly about her condition, and they were shocked to learn that she was born with a difference in her left hand, which had not been detected during the earlier scans. Despite the initial shock, her parents felt a mix of sadness and awe, but they described Balqis as a strong child who has brought light into their lives.

What was the significance of the left hand for Balqis?

The left hand was a key point of concern for Balqis's parents. The doctor had initially stated everything was normal, but upon birth, they discovered that her left hand was different. Despite this, they found that Balqis had a unique strength in her hand, which they believed was special, as she was able to move her hand using the muscles of her body in a way different from other children.

How did Balqis's parents react to the initial news about her condition?

When they first discovered that Balqis had a physical difference, her parents were shocked and sad. They had not anticipated it since the earlier scans had indicated everything was fine. The moment of realization came after her birth when the doctor explained the situation, which left her parents in a state of surprise and sadness.

How does Balqis cope with her condition?

Balqis is described as a strong child who does not make things difficult for her parents. Despite her physical difference, she adapts to her circumstances and does not seem to struggle, allowing her parents to focus on her growth and well-being without additional challenges.

What is the significance of the mother’s dream for Balqis?

The mother’s dream for Balqis is to see her grow up like any other child, especially during special occasions like Raya (a holiday). She hopes that Balqis can experience the same milestones as other children, without her physical condition being a barrier to her happiness or opportunities.

How did Balqis's father feel about her growth and development?

Balqis's father expresses that he is grateful for the opportunity to witness her growth. He acknowledges his role as a father and reflects on how proud he is of Balqis’s strength. Despite her condition, he remains hopeful and sees her as a special child.

What is one of the emotional challenges Balqis’s father faced?

One of the emotional challenges Balqis's father faced was her asking why she didn't have hands like other children. This question highlights the deep emotional complexity of her condition, as she has no memory of an accident but was born with the difference.

How did Balqis's father approach her lack of memory regarding her condition?

Balqis's father reflects that it might have been easier for her to cope if she had a memory of how she lost her hand. However, since she has never known a life without it, he feels a mix of sadness and understanding about the situation.

What does the family’s perspective suggest about their resilience?

The family’s perspective suggests a strong sense of resilience and hope. Despite the initial challenges, they focus on the positive aspects of Balqis’s growth and strength. The family values her uniqueness and cherishes the light she brings into their lives.

How did the doctor initially respond to Balqis’s birth?

The doctor initially seemed to handle the situation poorly by not informing the parents adequately about Balqis's condition beforehand. When Balqis was born, the doctor mentioned her left hand but also commented that everything else appeared normal. The parents were shocked because they had not been warned during the scans.