I’ve held onto this story for quite some time. Talking about the loss of something dear to us is never easy. Initially, I wasn’t interested in having a cat as a pet because I was often away from home and couldn’t even take care of myself.
But somehow, I went from having one cat to having five. I waited a long time for the fifth one, and choosing it wasn’t easy. I followed its growth closely from the time it was born until it reached six months old.
My first four cats, Abu, Allie, Alice, and Ahmad, were all proudly Malaysian. However, the special fifth cat, Anggun, was born in Russia. Bringing Anggun to Malaysia was also quite the challenge. The costs were exorbitant, and after negotiation, what initially started at RM12,000 came down to RM11,500.
In Malaysia, cats need to be at least six months old to enter the country. So, I waited six months, and after spending nearly RM12,000, Anggun finally arrived at KLIA. At that time, if I’m not mistaken, foreign cats had to be quarantined for about a week.
Thus, I welcomed Anggun, a British Shorthair Golden NY12 from Russia. The NY12 breed is particularly special and hard to find; the more common variant is the NY11. The orange hue varies for each BSH code. Anggun gave birth to four kittens, but sadly, only one survived to this day.
Tunggu Papa di Sana Ya. Papa Minta Maaf Tak Dapat Jaga Anggun Sebaik Mungkin
After my divorce, I moved to a new house, which is only a five-minute motorbike ride from my workplace. This new place is on the 18th floor and has two bedrooms, a balcony, and a yard. One room is for me, and the other is for the cats.
Every night, I must ensure the house is tidy before I sleep, and when I wake up, everything has to be in order. If not, I can’t sleep peacefully. My balcony is half-enclosed, providing about 50% security. The yard is similar, but after getting the cats, I had to install a tall barrier, which still feels unsafe.
Typically, my cats enter the room while I close the door, except for Abu and Allie. These two don’t like being in the room; they usually make noise. Plus, they’re not the climbing type.
As usual, I let all the cats roam freely before putting them back in the room. So, Abu, Allie, Alice, Ahmad, Anggun, Ben (Abu and Alice’s kitten), Bella (Ahmad’s kitten and a Maine Coon mix), and Budin (Abu and Anggun’s kitten) were all in the living room.
The night before the incident, for some reason, I allowed Allie and Anggun to stay outside. I felt something was off, but I brushed it aside. Normally, I would only open the sliding door halfway and the yard door for ventilation. However, that night, Allie and Anggun were outside. Before bed, I felt uneasy since Anggun was outside and not Abu, but I reassured myself that it would be fine.
The next morning, I woke up feeling anxious because I didn’t hear the usual cat sounds from my room. Normally, there’s noise. The unease continued. I got out of bed, got ready for work, and when I left my room, I only saw Allie. At that point, I didn’t consider searching for Anggun, as I assumed she was downstairs. I stepped into the cats’ room to clean it, not wanting to check the yard just yet because I wasn’t prepared for what I might find.
I took a deep breath, went to the yard, and looked down to see Anggun lying there. The yard area is typically isolated and inaccessible. At that moment, I felt numb. I went to security to request them to open the window so I could retrieve Anggun. I packed her into a bag, but her body was cold from the hours that had passed. I couldn’t bring myself to photograph her; I preferred to keep only the beautiful memories of Anggun.
I placed her in my car and bought a shovel and a beautiful bag to bury her in a place I often visited when I was sad, by the river. Ever since that day, I didn’t want to talk to anyone about what happened to Anggun. I kept it all inside. This happened in 2021, and only in 2024 was I brave enough to share what transpired.
Honestly, I still don’t know how to feel about Anggun. It’s a feeling I simply can’t explain.
Sleep well, my dear…
Anggun, I’m sorry I couldn’t care for you as well as I should have. Even though you were with me for only six months, the memories we created together will never fade for as long as I live. Wait for me on the other side…
Pemasangan Invisible Grill di The Hipster Taman Desa
In 2023, I moved to a new house after months of struggling with some renovations. The essentials were finally completed, including the cat room. Moving to this new place on the 38th floor was a bit traumatic since I had to do it with grown cats and their litters. I was already feeling dizzy just standing on the open balcony.
Whenever family visited, I had to make sure to close and lock the sliding door because of the kids. It felt unsafe. I couldn’t leave the sliding door open for too long, or else the house would smell musty with no airflow. As I hadn’t installed invisible grills at that time, my family was hesitant to hang out at my place.
Shortly after moving in, one of my cats fell from the 38th floor. It was a wake-up call, and I had to take action. I researched options, considering acrylic panels, but they couldn’t withstand heat, and glass was too expensive. So, I temporarily installed a net on the balcony, even though it looked a bit like a chicken coop at that point.
Safety Invisible Grill by Syafaz Legacy
After several months, a friend recommended Safety Invisible Grill by Syafaz Legacy. I also checked out their TikTok profile, and I was instantly impressed. It looked sleek and aesthetically pleasing, reinforcing my priority of safety.
The invisible grill is typically installed for added safety in high-rise homes. It’s made from rust-resistant stainless steel cable, which is both strong and durable. Additionally, these cables are coated with Teflon and Nylon to prevent easy cutting and to withstand substantial weight and pressure.
Choosing the Cable Spacing
To ensure confidence in the Invisible Grill, it can be installed with spacing according to our needs. With my house full of active cats, I chose a spacing of 2 inches, which is deemed safe for adult cats. For children, a spacing of 4-5 inches would be sufficient. You can consult with them before installation.
A central cable functions as a support or lock to keep the installed cables taut and secure for a long time.
Durable, Neat & Doesn’t Obstruct the View
When installed at the same height as the original railing, the support cable will look even more seamless. I didn’t inquire why they installed it this way.
Besides being rust-resistant, the stainless steel cables can also endure hot weather. So, no worries about exposure to sunlight and rain. The neatly arranged cables, which are nearly invisible, won’t obstruct the beautiful view from your home. After all, it’s called an invisible grill.
Another aspect I appreciate about installing the invisible grill is that it does not block airflow and light into the house. The gaps between the cables ensure even a strong breeze can flow through without issues. No longer do I need to keep the sliding door closed all the time, preventing any musty smells from settling in.
Quick Installation
With all the necessary information and reasonable justifications to install the invisible grill, the negotiations began, and an installation date was set. It only took about three hours to equip my balcony with a reliable safety system. The response from Safety Invisible Grill by Syafaz Legacy was impressively fast.
The pricing started from RM800 to RM1,500, depending on the area that required installation.
For any inquiries, recommendations, or examples of previously installed invisible grills, refer to the social media page of Safety Invisible Grill by Syafaz Legacy.
