Health Is Wealth

Finally had my long overdue pap smear test on Tuesday. And I've just introduced a new gynea to my long list, she's Doc Chen Chern Yi. She has an office at the GP opposite my block so it's pretty convenient. Honestly, I was a bit skeptical about consulting a neighbourhood gynea, not that I'm a snob, it's just my personal opinion. Anyway, glad I made the trip as Dr Chen comes across as personable and patient, IMO. Oh, and she's very gentle too, as I've heard nasty stories of other female gyneas. After the routine Q&A we proceeded to the procedure and why am I not surprised she found fibroids and two 2cm cysts of different kinds on each of my ovaries. One of them is Dermoid Cyst and the other is still unknown at the moment, because she can't determine over a scan. Following which I had my blood drawn for tumor marker test which I should know the result soon. Hopefully the reading is not too high, otherwise I'll have to undergo laparascopy (again!). If all goes well, then I'll see her 3 months later for another scan and then take it from there.

Doc says I'm an interesting case after she learnt of my OB&GY history... Hmmm... So, my fertility health does provide some kind of challenge to her. Perhaps I should stay with her since I think I quite like her, and it's convenient. Worth considering.

And while we are on the topic of health. A colleague asked me today if I happen to have memory lapses and I replied, "Yes. Of course. It happens and this has nothing to do with age". Not sure if I did the right thing as my intent was to console her. She's near menopausal and her "hard disk" has been acting up a bit lately. Anyway, if what I've said can make her feel better, then no harm I guess.

JD Moments

Bright and Alert on a lazy Sat afternoon...

JD had two firsts last weekend. First family outing and saw his Uncle D and Aunty E for the first time. Cute dude, although a little shy. Hubby thinks JD is afraid of him... he runs away from Hubby when he tries to go near... quite a funny sight. I'm sure he'll warm up after a few meetings. JD is very attached to C. He would snuggle up to her like a baby. Oh, not fogetting to mention that he didn't need to be leashed at all. He would follow C & Wong Sifu, walking alongside his proud new parents. Very impressive.

Picture speaks louder than words... Some photos of JD to share.

It's Not Funny

I'm down with flu (again)... Something that boss said today pissed me off big time, and I really mean big time... He asked if one of the interview is confirmed on Mon and I said yes, but I got the date wrong. Following which, he didn't hesitate to say this to me, "hey, you do get names wrong at times and now you even got the date wrong... are you dyslexia"? Boy... I was (still am) livid!!! What do you mean??? And he had the cheek to laugh and went on to say he's not joking and if I'm really down with the problem I should seek treatment. Now I really understand why others say he has zero EQ, and, I add, nil sense of humour.

I hate it too when he has to travel because all he is concerned with is to get on the preferred aircraft - A380 or 777-300ER. I was on the phone with the travel agent and he came by to slip a piece of paper to remind me of his preferance. C'mon.... just leave me alone lor.

After the few episodes of late I'm really thinking about moving over to do research. I like the office and the colleagues but he is really... slowly... getting on my nerves. So, before I tear him to pieces I better do something about it. Anyway, I never fail to remind myself that it can only get better.

Just Another Bad Day...

Boss had it real bad at yesterday's weekly meeting and today he tried to pass it on to me. Here's what happened...

Scene One
Boss: Did you let the client know we are flying X for the meeting?
Me: Yes, it's on one of my email confirming the meeting.
Boss: Did the client confirm?
Me: Hmm... No, but she confirmed the meeting though after reading my email.
Boss: You cannot assume... luckily I indicated on my email X is based in SIN
Me: LL... kept quiet
Boss: (continued searching for emails) Oh, so you really did mention it to her... ok...

Scene Two
Boss: Please reverse this doc
Me: Can't. Because it has been entered into the system
Boss: What?!!! You opened the assignment???
Me: Yeah... you signed the doc, didn't you?
Boss: But I thought you said we need to get everyone to agree and sign?
Me: Yes, but I also said I only found out about it after it was opened... we can email J to reverse
Boss: Just do whatever we need to do...

Shortly after what happened, boss tried to be funny and asked me where to park in Raffles Place. To which I replied, "anywhere you can find parking lots". Duh... dun gimme that crap... damage done. Next.

On a brighter side of things, I managed to finish Part 1 of Sex and the City while nursing a flu at home yesterday. I like the Samantha character, she's one cool quirky chick.

Shopping + Good Food = Life is Good

Happy Birthday Charsiew! Had a simple lunch at El Sheikh, a Turkish restaurant at Arab Street. We had Hummus with Pita bread that was enjoyable; the Salta Salad was light and freshing; and we shared Beef Kebab which I found the meat on the tough side. Charsiew ordered the Islamic Dates Milk which was surprisingly nice. After we had our fill we embarked on our mission, fabric shopping. It was a sea of colours and more colours, but it was not difficult to spot the ideal buys as Charsiew already had in mind the colour theme for this year's Hari Raya... shhh... it's a surprise.

Dinner at Ma Maison with C was pleasant; the ambience of the restaurant remained the same and the food is still good. We had Camembert Fritter for starters that was accompanied with a syrupy dip and the first bite had a hint of Goreng Pisang taste that continues to linger until you sink your teeth into the melted cheese. We shared a portion of Paella, it was light and yet tasty. We were busy yaking and forgot to snap photos of the food.

Ended the evening with a bit of drama at Starbucks Paragon. Guy and Gal quarrelled... Guy slapped Gal... broke a cup... spilled coffee... Guy left in a huff with all belongings... Gal sat alone weeping her heart out... she was bleeding on her mouth, so it must have been a tight slap. Painful man... Personally I won't tolerate a guy hitting a lady and especially in public as it's simply disrespectful. Shame on him.

Finally, I managed to add blog links on my site. Stay tuned, more to come.

Confirmation Day

Boss passed me the confirmation letter just before end of the day and told me to take the afternoon off on Friday instead of annual leave, in recognition of my hardwork. Ha! ... should have applied for 1 day then...

Wong sifu adopted a chihuahua so we have a new family member onboard. Welcome JD! Finally... Mickey boy has a companion and never home alone again.

Am going to Arab street with Charsiew on Friday to shop for fabrics for Hari Raya. This reminds me. My dresses are ready for first fitting. It has been 4 months since I left it at the seamstress - told her no hurry but wasn't expecting her to take her own sweet time. I better hurry her while maxi dress is still in season. Would be nice if it's ready in time for Phuket, but I doubt it. The last time I tailored a dress was for my wedding so I'm a little excited, can't wait to see the finished product.

An Occassion to Celebrate

This week has been most hectic with candidate interviews, reports, etc., to prepare, and time passes so fast when you're bogged down with work. Wednesday afternoon was nerve wrecking for me when I received sms-es from classmates telling me exam result's out in the RMIT website. For a split second I forgot the password... there were butterflies in my stomach... I was oblivious to my surroundings, while waiting for the website to download my results... Thank goodness, I made it! Not the best of grades; 1 distinction and 2 credits. I'm a little disappointed with my core paper (HR) as I was 2 marks shy of distinction. IF ONLY I had put it more effort.

So, to mark the passing of my 1st semester, Hubby and I dined at Choubei Japanese restaurant at Changi Village hotel. The Tori Sashimi platter was good and Hubby had his first taste of chutoto and he likes it. We decided to go light so had an order of california maki and tempura - latter was a bit disappointing, although they did the yam pretty well.