Loving tribute: ‘Anugerah Ibu Mithali’ recipients (from right) Hawama Bee, Rahimah Bee, Jameela Bee, Balkis and Salma Beevi (in wheelchair) showing their awards. With them are Najmudeen (second left) and other Penang Muslim League members.
FORMER factory operator Balkis Abdullah had to work overtime daily to fend for herself and her five children after her husband died of a heart attack 12 years ago.
“It was the most difficult time in my life. Every sen was spent on food and my children’s education and I did not have anyone to turn to,” said Balkis.
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