Have I got you clueless over there?
There are just so many words that end with -ogram. Kilogram, histogram, etc.
But what is a conduitogram or even an ileogram??
During a particular ward round this week, I was asked by a senior doctor to request a conduitogram for a patient. I was like, "sorry, what did you say?" The doctor repeated himself and I was still left dumbstruck. hehe. Silly me. But I have never heard of the word conduitogram, ever in my life so far. Later on during the day, the word fistulogram came up. Again, I was like, "What?!"
hehe....but fear not, I have now got the idea of the words ending with -ogram. They basically mean some form of investigative procedure, involving an x-ray and radioactive dye, to check for any holes or obstruction related to the organ or tissue. For example, a fistul-ogram. Fistul, comes from the word fistula, which is an abnormal connection between 2 organs. So, a fistulogram means investigating the fistula to check for any holes. If the dye leaks out of the fistula, hence, a hole is present within the fistula and that needs to be fixed.
Hope I did not get you ppl confused. But I surely have improved my vocabulary....keke.
Wednesday, August 30, 2006
Tuesday, August 29, 2006
Don Quixote
Heard this name before? If you haven't, let me introduce you to Don Quixote de la Mancha, a man whose aim in life is to undo evil and protect the weak. He feels that his good deeds will glorify the woman of his imagination......(he turned his faithful servant girl into the love of his dreams).
Anyway, my friends and I decided to catch a ballet performance titled "Don Quixote" during the Edinburgh Festival on Sunday. I have watched ballet in the past and I, particularly enjoyed "The Swan Lake." Unfortunately, this ballet performance made all of us clueless and sleepy. I have to admit that we all did not know what the show was about. Most of the time, after every scene, my friends and I would end up discussing and creating our own interpretation of the ballet. It was funny...we all thought that this man is abit loose in his brain....probably having a bit of dementia as well. =P
When we first entered the theatre, most seats were taken up except for the cheap ones (like the one we bought). This was the first time Don Quixote was performed in the festival. Anyway, a scene is always follwed by a short interval. By the end of the first scene, a tall guy sitting in front of my friend left the theatre for good. Guess he thought it was boring. During the 2nd interval, a group of girls who were sitting in front of us left as well. hmmm....hope you get the picture of how clueless everyone was about the performance. keke
When the show finally ended with the lead character dead, we left immediately (just can't wait to breathe the fresh air outside and see the sun). A man who was making his way out looked at us and said, "Oh, did you guys get the booklet? (refering to the programme book on Don Quixote)" I shook my head in response. And he continued, "Here you are, you can have mine. I do not need it anymore." I thanked him for the book.
I do not know what did you guys think about what happened. For me, I thought maybe it was just a convenient way for him to get rid of the book because it would be a waste to dump it into the bin. But at the same time, maybe we all looked so "blur." =D haha....whatever it is, I'm glad to say that our interpretation of the ballet was right on track except for a few scenes. But, I think I have enough of ballet for now.
Anyway, my friends and I decided to catch a ballet performance titled "Don Quixote" during the Edinburgh Festival on Sunday. I have watched ballet in the past and I, particularly enjoyed "The Swan Lake." Unfortunately, this ballet performance made all of us clueless and sleepy. I have to admit that we all did not know what the show was about. Most of the time, after every scene, my friends and I would end up discussing and creating our own interpretation of the ballet. It was funny...we all thought that this man is abit loose in his brain....probably having a bit of dementia as well. =P
When we first entered the theatre, most seats were taken up except for the cheap ones (like the one we bought). This was the first time Don Quixote was performed in the festival. Anyway, a scene is always follwed by a short interval. By the end of the first scene, a tall guy sitting in front of my friend left the theatre for good. Guess he thought it was boring. During the 2nd interval, a group of girls who were sitting in front of us left as well. hmmm....hope you get the picture of how clueless everyone was about the performance. keke
When the show finally ended with the lead character dead, we left immediately (just can't wait to breathe the fresh air outside and see the sun). A man who was making his way out looked at us and said, "Oh, did you guys get the booklet? (refering to the programme book on Don Quixote)" I shook my head in response. And he continued, "Here you are, you can have mine. I do not need it anymore." I thanked him for the book.
I do not know what did you guys think about what happened. For me, I thought maybe it was just a convenient way for him to get rid of the book because it would be a waste to dump it into the bin. But at the same time, maybe we all looked so "blur." =D haha....whatever it is, I'm glad to say that our interpretation of the ballet was right on track except for a few scenes. But, I think I have enough of ballet for now.
Sunday, August 27, 2006
Bad Venflon Days
Let me first tell you what is a venflon. It is a needle-like plastic tube that sits in a vein to allow drugs to be given intravenously or to start a drip (where you get extra fluid into your body). In order to insert a venflon into a vein, a lot of skill and experience is required.
Throughout my 7 days of night shifts, I have been inserting venflons into numerous patients everyday. The minimum venflons per day was about 2, and there was one night, where there were nearly 10 venflons to be inserted! Venflons are easier to insert in those with big fat cracking veins compared to those with small veins.
You would imagine that after having so many practice over the night, I should not face much difficulty when asked to insert one in the future (unless of course the patient has really no veins palpable or visible). However, last night (which was my last night of night shift), I faced great difficulty. I had to try about 3 times in a lady before I'd finally managed to get it done. And there was a man with a big visible vein, and I failed on 2 occasions.
ARrgghhh!!
It was really frustrating. I was suffering from a Bad Venlfon Day, and this made me feel really shit because I was meant to be more experienced...I have been doing it for the whole week!! sigh...oh well, I think it was because my mind was sunconsciously smiling away because it was the last night. So there was lack of concentration? Whatever. Doesn't matter anymore....need to retire to bed early. My eyes are nearly half shut. Good night.
Throughout my 7 days of night shifts, I have been inserting venflons into numerous patients everyday. The minimum venflons per day was about 2, and there was one night, where there were nearly 10 venflons to be inserted! Venflons are easier to insert in those with big fat cracking veins compared to those with small veins.
You would imagine that after having so many practice over the night, I should not face much difficulty when asked to insert one in the future (unless of course the patient has really no veins palpable or visible). However, last night (which was my last night of night shift), I faced great difficulty. I had to try about 3 times in a lady before I'd finally managed to get it done. And there was a man with a big visible vein, and I failed on 2 occasions.
ARrgghhh!!
It was really frustrating. I was suffering from a Bad Venlfon Day, and this made me feel really shit because I was meant to be more experienced...I have been doing it for the whole week!! sigh...oh well, I think it was because my mind was sunconsciously smiling away because it was the last night. So there was lack of concentration? Whatever. Doesn't matter anymore....need to retire to bed early. My eyes are nearly half shut. Good night.
Saturday, August 26, 2006
No Sense of Urgency
My Thursday night on-call made me realise that some people just do not have the sense of urgency.
A patient developed post-ERCP pancreatitis, and she was in a lot of pain despite being prescribed with pethidine and a few more painkillers. She was mean to go down to the X-ray department at about 8 pm to check for perforation (which is when you find a hole in the abdominal organ). A clerk from the x-ray dept called back saying that there are about 20 patients in front of her. The doctor in charged told the clerk that this is urgent because the patient looks rather unwell.
However 6 hours later, I was paged by the nurse looking after that patient. The patient's blood pressure dropped quite significantly and her urine output was very low. The patient was also in a lot of pain and was feeling sick. I was like, "shit." I made my way up to the ward quickly and assessed the patient. She was quite tender at her abdomen. I asked if the x-ray was done, and guess what? The answer was NO.
I was like what?! Those 20 ppl in front of her should have all been cleared. Her condition does not seem too good and a perforation really need to be reuled out. So the nurse called the x-ray dept and they quickly made their way up to get the patient. Thank god the patient did not have any perforation.
Talk about inefficiency man. They did not realise the urgency of the x-ray. What if she really had a perforation?? Patient may die. Therefore, the moral of the story is an urgent thing really is URGENT!
A patient developed post-ERCP pancreatitis, and she was in a lot of pain despite being prescribed with pethidine and a few more painkillers. She was mean to go down to the X-ray department at about 8 pm to check for perforation (which is when you find a hole in the abdominal organ). A clerk from the x-ray dept called back saying that there are about 20 patients in front of her. The doctor in charged told the clerk that this is urgent because the patient looks rather unwell.
However 6 hours later, I was paged by the nurse looking after that patient. The patient's blood pressure dropped quite significantly and her urine output was very low. The patient was also in a lot of pain and was feeling sick. I was like, "shit." I made my way up to the ward quickly and assessed the patient. She was quite tender at her abdomen. I asked if the x-ray was done, and guess what? The answer was NO.
I was like what?! Those 20 ppl in front of her should have all been cleared. Her condition does not seem too good and a perforation really need to be reuled out. So the nurse called the x-ray dept and they quickly made their way up to get the patient. Thank god the patient did not have any perforation.
Talk about inefficiency man. They did not realise the urgency of the x-ray. What if she really had a perforation?? Patient may die. Therefore, the moral of the story is an urgent thing really is URGENT!
Thursday, August 24, 2006
The Quietest Night So Far...
My 5th night on call was, by far, the quietest night I have experienced. I was glad it was quiet. But there is a superstition which states that if you a quiet night the day before, you'll have a busy night the next day. hmmm...so I shall see what happens tonight. Hope nothing untoward takes place. *fingers crossed *toes crossed too.
The night started off quite weird. A nurse asked me to prescribe an antiepileptic drug for a patient. An oral drug has already been prescribed. However, the patient was not allowed to have anything through his mouth, so therefore, his drug have to be given in a different route other than the mouth. I looked up the drug guidebook produced by the hospital. I could not find any drug that matches the patient's oral antiepileptic. I asked if he can give the drug through the patient's rectum, and the answer I got back was, "Do you think if you were the patient , you would like to have your rectum stuck with a pill after bowel surgery?" I was speechless and just agreed that I would not like to take my medication through that method.
Another problem was some of the drugs which I thought were suitable was not stocked in the drug cabinet. sigh. There is no way the patient can miss his dose of the antiepileptic drug, because his epilepsy was never well controlled. I decided to seek help from a senior doctor on call. And she felt funny that the patient was not allowed to have his drug orally, especially when the patient is not vomiting or anything. So after much discussion, she said to just give the patient orally. I told the nurse the instruction from the senior doctor, and boy he was not too happy. I don't know about you, but I thought this whole issue was abit weird. I do not know much about prescribing antiepileptics and I was worried that the patient may go into an attack if I gave the wrong medication. haha.
Oh well, the rest of the night was filled with calls to prescribe pain relief and to look at a few patients who developed fever. I had about 1 hour of silence, in which I dozed off on the table for about 30mins and had toast with a cup of tea, prepared by a nurse. hehe.
Ok la...i'm counting down to my weekend! Just 2 more nights to go.
The night started off quite weird. A nurse asked me to prescribe an antiepileptic drug for a patient. An oral drug has already been prescribed. However, the patient was not allowed to have anything through his mouth, so therefore, his drug have to be given in a different route other than the mouth. I looked up the drug guidebook produced by the hospital. I could not find any drug that matches the patient's oral antiepileptic. I asked if he can give the drug through the patient's rectum, and the answer I got back was, "Do you think if you were the patient , you would like to have your rectum stuck with a pill after bowel surgery?" I was speechless and just agreed that I would not like to take my medication through that method.
Another problem was some of the drugs which I thought were suitable was not stocked in the drug cabinet. sigh. There is no way the patient can miss his dose of the antiepileptic drug, because his epilepsy was never well controlled. I decided to seek help from a senior doctor on call. And she felt funny that the patient was not allowed to have his drug orally, especially when the patient is not vomiting or anything. So after much discussion, she said to just give the patient orally. I told the nurse the instruction from the senior doctor, and boy he was not too happy. I don't know about you, but I thought this whole issue was abit weird. I do not know much about prescribing antiepileptics and I was worried that the patient may go into an attack if I gave the wrong medication. haha.
Oh well, the rest of the night was filled with calls to prescribe pain relief and to look at a few patients who developed fever. I had about 1 hour of silence, in which I dozed off on the table for about 30mins and had toast with a cup of tea, prepared by a nurse. hehe.
Ok la...i'm counting down to my weekend! Just 2 more nights to go.
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
Two Deaths in A Night
Yesterday night was an awkward day for me. When I first arrived for work, there was an elderly lady whose condition was deteriorating. I started to panic. At that point, the patient was for resuscitation. I was worried that I would be called in the event of a cardiac arrest, which will be my first real life experience as a newly grad doc....quite scary to be honest, regardless of how many times I have gone through the immediate life support algorithm during exams. However, a decision was made not to resuscitate her later on.
The lady finally did not make it till the next morning and passed away peacefully. It was such a sad occasion, as she was surrounded by a big group of family members, consisting of children and grandchildren. Everyone was in tears. I felt so sorry for them because the death was really unexpected. I was asked to certify her death.
Earlier on, before this incident, another man died as well. I was also asked to certify his death.
Approaching a dead person was quite awkward. I know what are the steps required to pronounce the person's death. But when faced with the situation I was actually rather nervous. It was really weird listening to a dead person's heart and chest. It was not totally silent. I could still hear some funny gurgling sounds. The person was also very cold to touch. And actually, while examining the patient, I was thinking, what if this person is not actually dead yet?? Would his spirit be agitated while I examine him/her?? It was really awkward. I was not really invovled in the care of these two deceased people. So I was not really upset about it.
Two deaths in a day's work....quite a sad day for those families. My condolences to them. As for me, I think I would be more comfortable touching the dead after today. Off to bed now.
The lady finally did not make it till the next morning and passed away peacefully. It was such a sad occasion, as she was surrounded by a big group of family members, consisting of children and grandchildren. Everyone was in tears. I felt so sorry for them because the death was really unexpected. I was asked to certify her death.
Earlier on, before this incident, another man died as well. I was also asked to certify his death.
Approaching a dead person was quite awkward. I know what are the steps required to pronounce the person's death. But when faced with the situation I was actually rather nervous. It was really weird listening to a dead person's heart and chest. It was not totally silent. I could still hear some funny gurgling sounds. The person was also very cold to touch. And actually, while examining the patient, I was thinking, what if this person is not actually dead yet?? Would his spirit be agitated while I examine him/her?? It was really awkward. I was not really invovled in the care of these two deceased people. So I was not really upset about it.
Two deaths in a day's work....quite a sad day for those families. My condolences to them. As for me, I think I would be more comfortable touching the dead after today. Off to bed now.
Tuesday, August 22, 2006
Isn't A Wonder?
Isn't a wonder when everything don't seem to go right?
I kind of give up on some issues in life at the moment. Everyone starts complaining to me, that so and so has done this, why didn't you try to stop he/she. Everyone has their side of story. Only those who were involved would know what actually happened between them. One would say he/she said abcd, while the other person would say he/she said wxyz. So all I can do is listen and stay neutral in both issues, apologise to the person who felt hurt and advice the other not to repeat the thing anymore, or vice versa. But at the same time, both parties are not happy and frustrated with the way things are. I agree that an arguement will never solve the problem. And either way, I feel both are at fault for arguing with each other.
So, I am left with a dilemma which no one would understand. Everyone thinks that I'm trying to runaway. But in actual fact, I am not. I just am clueless as to what else I can do. If the other person does not want to listen to my ideas, for f*** sake, I can't do anything about it!! Or if the other person choose to continue informing about his/her thoughts or feelings, I can't do much about it either because the situation is already as it is. There is no way of changing back whatever happened. I mean, yes, I understand that everyone is feeling rubbish about the whole thing, but can't you guys just see through my situation?? Do you think it is so simple to listen and not react emotionally to what you guys said?? Isn't a wonder why you people just can't leave me in peace?? I am human too you know.
For the past few days, I felt absolutely miserable. And no one would ever get how I feel unless they are in my shoes. Honestly, don't start advising me that I should express my feelings (which I have tried and have always ended in arguement with either parties). Everyday, I just can't stop looking back at what has happened. But, I know that only time will let me cope with all these bumps in life.
I got to leave for work soon. Isn't a wonder how the brain switches off troubled thoughts away from these things during work? I hope that would be the case, at least! Otherwise, I would not be able to function properly tonight.
I kind of give up on some issues in life at the moment. Everyone starts complaining to me, that so and so has done this, why didn't you try to stop he/she. Everyone has their side of story. Only those who were involved would know what actually happened between them. One would say he/she said abcd, while the other person would say he/she said wxyz. So all I can do is listen and stay neutral in both issues, apologise to the person who felt hurt and advice the other not to repeat the thing anymore, or vice versa. But at the same time, both parties are not happy and frustrated with the way things are. I agree that an arguement will never solve the problem. And either way, I feel both are at fault for arguing with each other.
So, I am left with a dilemma which no one would understand. Everyone thinks that I'm trying to runaway. But in actual fact, I am not. I just am clueless as to what else I can do. If the other person does not want to listen to my ideas, for f*** sake, I can't do anything about it!! Or if the other person choose to continue informing about his/her thoughts or feelings, I can't do much about it either because the situation is already as it is. There is no way of changing back whatever happened. I mean, yes, I understand that everyone is feeling rubbish about the whole thing, but can't you guys just see through my situation?? Do you think it is so simple to listen and not react emotionally to what you guys said?? Isn't a wonder why you people just can't leave me in peace?? I am human too you know.
For the past few days, I felt absolutely miserable. And no one would ever get how I feel unless they are in my shoes. Honestly, don't start advising me that I should express my feelings (which I have tried and have always ended in arguement with either parties). Everyday, I just can't stop looking back at what has happened. But, I know that only time will let me cope with all these bumps in life.
I got to leave for work soon. Isn't a wonder how the brain switches off troubled thoughts away from these things during work? I hope that would be the case, at least! Otherwise, I would not be able to function properly tonight.
Knackered
KNACKERED, is the best word to describe myself now. I am currently working night shifts for 7 days, and I am so knackered. Yet, I have only done 3 days of them. My eyes are stinging in pain and my mouth is dry because of lack of hydration. =( My shift is worth 12 hours long or more, depending on whether there were alot to do. I begin my journey to the hospital at 7.30pm to get ready for work, which starts at 8.30pm.
From 8.30 onwards, I have never had much opportunity to sit, drink or eat. The workload was just going constantly. From prescribing drugs to persuading patients to not run away from the hospital in the middle of the night, the type of jobs I faced during the night are rather funny sometimes. Just last night, I had to deal with a man who said the monitor that check the patient's vital signs is a gun?!
My pager just cant stop bleeping. It is worse especially when I'm in the ward in the middle of the night, when suddenly the pager starts to ring. The silence in the night is broken and you can hear patients grumbling in the background. *oppss...sorry!
Everyday, I only managed about 4 hours of sleep. And I just have to pull myself out of bed and stuff something down my throat, so that I wont get hungry later. But anyhow, I shall not complain too much, as I am sure there are many other people out there who are working far harder than me.
From 8.30 onwards, I have never had much opportunity to sit, drink or eat. The workload was just going constantly. From prescribing drugs to persuading patients to not run away from the hospital in the middle of the night, the type of jobs I faced during the night are rather funny sometimes. Just last night, I had to deal with a man who said the monitor that check the patient's vital signs is a gun?!
My pager just cant stop bleeping. It is worse especially when I'm in the ward in the middle of the night, when suddenly the pager starts to ring. The silence in the night is broken and you can hear patients grumbling in the background. *oppss...sorry!
Everyday, I only managed about 4 hours of sleep. And I just have to pull myself out of bed and stuff something down my throat, so that I wont get hungry later. But anyhow, I shall not complain too much, as I am sure there are many other people out there who are working far harder than me.
Saturday, August 19, 2006
*Dusting *Wiping * Vacuuming
*dusting I have not been blogging for about more than 2 weeks now. I didn't manage to get my broadband fixed till today!! =) I'm so happy that I could finally surf the internet from home whenever I want. *wiping I felt like "a frog under a coconut shell" since the last time I was connected to the internet. Imagine, I did not even know that there was a huge masterplan at the Heathrow airport till I picked up the newspaper left in the subway the other day. *vacuuming
*dusting (again, it is so dusty here)
During these few weeks, I've managed to use the computer in the library/wards to send emails. The computer in the library was alright, but I could not send any emails from my yahoo account. Moreover, the library closes at 5pm, which is when I finish work as well...so not much opportunity to use them. On the other hand, the computer in the ward was super slow! *wiping
Anyway, my broadband is finally here! So I'll keep this place as up to date as I can!
*vacuuming (finally, this site is clean and back to normal again!)
*dusting (again, it is so dusty here)
During these few weeks, I've managed to use the computer in the library/wards to send emails. The computer in the library was alright, but I could not send any emails from my yahoo account. Moreover, the library closes at 5pm, which is when I finish work as well...so not much opportunity to use them. On the other hand, the computer in the ward was super slow! *wiping
Anyway, my broadband is finally here! So I'll keep this place as up to date as I can!
*vacuuming (finally, this site is clean and back to normal again!)
Sunday, July 30, 2006
Goodbye Dundee... Welcome Glasgow
Dundee. I first arrived here 2 years ago. I found the place very peaceful and quiet. Finding my way around was not too difficult, to be honest, because Dundee is blessed with an efficient transportation system. However, 2 years down the road, it is time for me to leave this place. My room in no. 140 has been my cosy nest until I completed my studies. Although the room is usually cold, I still found my room comfy and nice.
In just 2 hours time, I will be moving away from Dundee for good. I have moved most of my things to my room in Glasgow. The rent there is certainly more expensive than here. Glasgow, I do not know why I choose to go there in the first place. Probably should have just stayed on in Dundee. Everything will be new to me there, the tranportation system does not appear to be organised either. sigh.
But, whatever it is, I cant look back at my decision to move to Glasgow. I can only welcome myself to Glasgow with an open heart. And keep my fingers (and toes) crossed that everything will not be too much of a hassle for me. hehe.
Goodbye Dundee...My heart is so heavy to leave..
and Hello Glasgow...hope you'll be kind to me.
In just 2 hours time, I will be moving away from Dundee for good. I have moved most of my things to my room in Glasgow. The rent there is certainly more expensive than here. Glasgow, I do not know why I choose to go there in the first place. Probably should have just stayed on in Dundee. Everything will be new to me there, the tranportation system does not appear to be organised either. sigh.
But, whatever it is, I cant look back at my decision to move to Glasgow. I can only welcome myself to Glasgow with an open heart. And keep my fingers (and toes) crossed that everything will not be too much of a hassle for me. hehe.
Goodbye Dundee...My heart is so heavy to leave..
and Hello Glasgow...hope you'll be kind to me.
Saturday, July 29, 2006
Homesick =(
*sob *sob *sob
I MISS HOME!!!
I AM FEELING BLUE!!!
I WANNA GO HOME!!!
sigh...I dunno why this time, I left Malaysia with such a heavy, dreading feeling.
The sadness in me is more than the first time I flew to UK.
I guess, the reason is because, this time I'll be staying by myself, without any close friends. Most of my friends are working in different parts of Glasgow.
I will be living in a brand new place, out of my comfort zone. I know Dundee very well, now I have to familiarise myself with the transportation system in Glasgow.
On top of that, my holiday in Malaysia is too short.
Sometimes I feel, why bother torturing yourself to work away from home? Nothing beats being at home, with family and friends.
Oh well, I hope I'll get better when I become busier. Although I know I won't be worked as hard as my fellow colleagues in Malaysia (they have alot of oncalls and long working hours), I still dread the responsibility to work. sigh.
*sob *sob *sob
I MISS HOME!!!
I AM FEELING BLUE!!!
I WANNA GO HOME!!!
sigh...I dunno why this time, I left Malaysia with such a heavy, dreading feeling.
The sadness in me is more than the first time I flew to UK.
I guess, the reason is because, this time I'll be staying by myself, without any close friends. Most of my friends are working in different parts of Glasgow.
I will be living in a brand new place, out of my comfort zone. I know Dundee very well, now I have to familiarise myself with the transportation system in Glasgow.
On top of that, my holiday in Malaysia is too short.
Sometimes I feel, why bother torturing yourself to work away from home? Nothing beats being at home, with family and friends.
Oh well, I hope I'll get better when I become busier. Although I know I won't be worked as hard as my fellow colleagues in Malaysia (they have alot of oncalls and long working hours), I still dread the responsibility to work. sigh.
*sob *sob *sob
Continuation from the previous blog...
Day 10 : Began packing. Meant to watch Pirates of the Carribean with mum, but she's too busy. Ended up visiting the new tesco near my house and ate Twisties for lunch. After that, headed to Giant to buy some groceries and went home. Had vindaloo curry for dinner. And went back to packing...luggage was weighing at 24 kg (overload)!
Day 11 : Woke up in the morning, dreading the coming flight. Repacked my luggage. Ah, now it is about 21 kg. Went out for brunch wif su ann. I'll surely miss her. Came home, added some last min things into my bag. Had my shower and was ready to go. Ate char kuay teow before I left for the airport. By about 4.30pm, I was on my way dy. Found out that my flight was delayed for 30mins. Flew off officially at 8pm.
There you go. My short trip in Malaysia. I will miss you!
Day 11 : Woke up in the morning, dreading the coming flight. Repacked my luggage. Ah, now it is about 21 kg. Went out for brunch wif su ann. I'll surely miss her. Came home, added some last min things into my bag. Had my shower and was ready to go. Ate char kuay teow before I left for the airport. By about 4.30pm, I was on my way dy. Found out that my flight was delayed for 30mins. Flew off officially at 8pm.
There you go. My short trip in Malaysia. I will miss you!
Tuesday, July 25, 2006
11 days in Malaysia is TOO short
11 days in Malaysia is just way too short. My holiday in KL is going to end soon on Thursday 7.30 pm when I begin my long journey back to UK. Time flies when you are enjoying yourself. Everyday, I just have some many things I want to DO, I want to EAT and many people whom I want to MEET. Sometimes, I wished the day has 25 hours. =) Let me summarise what I did for the past few days since arrival.
Day 01 : Touched down in KL. Had mamak. Surfed internet till 6 am due to jetlag.
Day 02 : Woke up late. Rushed to get an instant passport sized photo for visa application. Sent in application. Had dinner at Ampang Yong Tau Fu.
Day 03 : Outing with my good fren. Shopping, and ate Sushi King after so many months. Had yummy onde-onde.
Day 04 : Send computer for repair. Had lunch with mum's friend at Manhattan Fish Market. The food was excellent. Night, had dinner with old school mate.
Day 05 : Met housemate for breakfast. Had dimsum. Yummy again. =P Afternoon, went shopping at Isetan (coz there was a 3-day member's sale). Night, met cousin bro for dinner. Had Balinese food. Yummy too.
Day 06 : Sorted out those photos taken during my family trip to the UK. Went to Midvalley to get them developed. Met with an old friend. Continued shopping till evening. Managed to get new shoes (need comfy one since will be standing and running around alot). Had dinner at mamak with family.
Day 07 : Had the famous pan mien near my house. Then headed to Ikano. Had a hair makeover. Went home. Met up with 2 good old school mates at mamak.
Day 08 : Morning stayed at home. Went to JPJ. Lucky me, the queue wasn't long. I managed to renew my driving licence and applied an international one. Collected my notebook from the HP center. Had Genki sushi....oh, Genki sushi beats Sushi King hands down!! =) Accompanied mum and cousin sis shopping.
Day 09 : Dentist appointment. Arrived late to meet my good friend. Kena maki. Accompanied her shopping. Then had Genki again! hehe..but it was good! Then shopped abit more. And went to Ampang Point to get some stuff. Dinner with friends in KLCC.
Day 10 and 11 : Will update soon. =)
Wished my holidays were longer. I start work on Monday! So sien. I think when I'm back in UK, I'll be a wee bit depressed. Firstly, no close ppl around and secondly, I have to take up new responsiblities and will officially stopped being a student!!
Day 01 : Touched down in KL. Had mamak. Surfed internet till 6 am due to jetlag.
Day 02 : Woke up late. Rushed to get an instant passport sized photo for visa application. Sent in application. Had dinner at Ampang Yong Tau Fu.
Day 03 : Outing with my good fren. Shopping, and ate Sushi King after so many months. Had yummy onde-onde.
Day 04 : Send computer for repair. Had lunch with mum's friend at Manhattan Fish Market. The food was excellent. Night, had dinner with old school mate.
Day 05 : Met housemate for breakfast. Had dimsum. Yummy again. =P Afternoon, went shopping at Isetan (coz there was a 3-day member's sale). Night, met cousin bro for dinner. Had Balinese food. Yummy too.
Day 06 : Sorted out those photos taken during my family trip to the UK. Went to Midvalley to get them developed. Met with an old friend. Continued shopping till evening. Managed to get new shoes (need comfy one since will be standing and running around alot). Had dinner at mamak with family.
Day 07 : Had the famous pan mien near my house. Then headed to Ikano. Had a hair makeover. Went home. Met up with 2 good old school mates at mamak.
Day 08 : Morning stayed at home. Went to JPJ. Lucky me, the queue wasn't long. I managed to renew my driving licence and applied an international one. Collected my notebook from the HP center. Had Genki sushi....oh, Genki sushi beats Sushi King hands down!! =) Accompanied mum and cousin sis shopping.
Day 09 : Dentist appointment. Arrived late to meet my good friend. Kena maki. Accompanied her shopping. Then had Genki again! hehe..but it was good! Then shopped abit more. And went to Ampang Point to get some stuff. Dinner with friends in KLCC.
Day 10 and 11 : Will update soon. =)
Wished my holidays were longer. I start work on Monday! So sien. I think when I'm back in UK, I'll be a wee bit depressed. Firstly, no close ppl around and secondly, I have to take up new responsiblities and will officially stopped being a student!!
Saturday, July 22, 2006
I Got A New Gadget!
tee hee!! yay!! I got myself a new camera today!! =)
Well, if you have read my previous blogs, I was responsible for the death of my beloved Casio Exilim. But today, I found a new love, that is my lovely Panasonic FX01. It is a really solid camera with 6 megapixels and 3.6 times optical zoom. I was actually contemplating to get the 10x zoom Panasonic camera instead of this one. However, after much thought, I think the FX01 is more suitable for me because I hardly use my zoom, and moreover, the FX01 is a wide angle cam, which means I can snap bigger pics of scenery or group pics! cool eh?
I bought my camera from Midvalley. The boss of the shop was really kind and nice. I was allowed to develop a few photos from different cameras, so that I will be able to compare the quality of pics easily. The deal she offerred was reasonable too. Rm1500 for the camera, extra battery and all the other small accessories. It was, in fact, cheaper than my Casio Exilim.
The battery is now charging. Hope to start snapping pictures with my brand new camera tomorrow!
Well, if you have read my previous blogs, I was responsible for the death of my beloved Casio Exilim. But today, I found a new love, that is my lovely Panasonic FX01. It is a really solid camera with 6 megapixels and 3.6 times optical zoom. I was actually contemplating to get the 10x zoom Panasonic camera instead of this one. However, after much thought, I think the FX01 is more suitable for me because I hardly use my zoom, and moreover, the FX01 is a wide angle cam, which means I can snap bigger pics of scenery or group pics! cool eh?
I bought my camera from Midvalley. The boss of the shop was really kind and nice. I was allowed to develop a few photos from different cameras, so that I will be able to compare the quality of pics easily. The deal she offerred was reasonable too. Rm1500 for the camera, extra battery and all the other small accessories. It was, in fact, cheaper than my Casio Exilim.
The battery is now charging. Hope to start snapping pictures with my brand new camera tomorrow!
Wednesday, July 19, 2006
B I A T C H
I went to Midvalley megamall today. It wasn't too late in the afternoon, or rather the afternoon has just started by the time I arrived at the parking lot. I drove to P2, and was surprised to find that the parking space was rather full.
I circled a few times around all the possible parking bays from A - F, but no luck. There were many cars in the same boat as me, looking for a place to park their cars. I decided to park in a parking lane and wait for someone to get their car. No luck again. Those who went to retrieve their cars were not in my lane and even if I did follow them to their car, someone else was already waiting there. It was like a competition as to who gets the spot first. hehe
I was really surprised that the parking lot was so full. I mean it is a weekday, don't everyone need to go to school or work?? Weird. Anyway, I did manage to follow 2 women to their cars, but all I got was a wave from them, indicating that they are just dumping their things in the car and going to shop for more. Sigh.
My tummy was rumbling due to hunger. As I was about to give up, I spotted a woman walking towards her car. I quickly followed here and turned on my signal light to inform everyone that I'm waiting for that lot. I felt relieved. But suddenly (a few seconds later), this green kancil with a lady driver turned into the lane and turned on her indicator lights too!!! WTF?!
I only had 2 options:
1. Continue to wait and drive into the lot the moment the car is out of the space. (but what if the green kancil does that too? My car would probably bang into hers)
2. Let the green kancil take the parking lot. I'll drive away like a sore loser but cursing F*** while doing that, and see if I can find another space.
Being the usual tolerant and kind, but easily bullied person, I decided to opt for no. 2. Why? Bcoz I was driving my parents' new car. And if I did manage to fight for that parking lot, my car would probably end up with scratches or a punctured tyre. So to avoid the unnecessary scoldings from my parents and the subsequent stress, I think option 2 was the best. But seriously, that lady in the green kancil is a BIATCH, BITCH, & A F***ING IDIOT!
So I drove away (still cursing that lady just now) and within a few mins, I finally got a spot for my car. *phew. I was seriously thinking of paying the RM 1 parking and head to somewhere else. It was nearly 1pm that time. Midvalley really has a bad parking system. Too limited.
I have never experienced such bad luck in Midvalley before. Later only it occurred to me that, it was a Wednesday (half price to catch a movie) and probably alot of ppl from aboard are back home in KL for the summer break.
After parking my car, I was not very hungry anymore. But I still indulged myself in Sushi King with my good friend. =)
I circled a few times around all the possible parking bays from A - F, but no luck. There were many cars in the same boat as me, looking for a place to park their cars. I decided to park in a parking lane and wait for someone to get their car. No luck again. Those who went to retrieve their cars were not in my lane and even if I did follow them to their car, someone else was already waiting there. It was like a competition as to who gets the spot first. hehe
I was really surprised that the parking lot was so full. I mean it is a weekday, don't everyone need to go to school or work?? Weird. Anyway, I did manage to follow 2 women to their cars, but all I got was a wave from them, indicating that they are just dumping their things in the car and going to shop for more. Sigh.
My tummy was rumbling due to hunger. As I was about to give up, I spotted a woman walking towards her car. I quickly followed here and turned on my signal light to inform everyone that I'm waiting for that lot. I felt relieved. But suddenly (a few seconds later), this green kancil with a lady driver turned into the lane and turned on her indicator lights too!!! WTF?!
I only had 2 options:
1. Continue to wait and drive into the lot the moment the car is out of the space. (but what if the green kancil does that too? My car would probably bang into hers)
2. Let the green kancil take the parking lot. I'll drive away like a sore loser but cursing F*** while doing that, and see if I can find another space.
Being the usual tolerant and kind, but easily bullied person, I decided to opt for no. 2. Why? Bcoz I was driving my parents' new car. And if I did manage to fight for that parking lot, my car would probably end up with scratches or a punctured tyre. So to avoid the unnecessary scoldings from my parents and the subsequent stress, I think option 2 was the best. But seriously, that lady in the green kancil is a BIATCH, BITCH, & A F***ING IDIOT!
So I drove away (still cursing that lady just now) and within a few mins, I finally got a spot for my car. *phew. I was seriously thinking of paying the RM 1 parking and head to somewhere else. It was nearly 1pm that time. Midvalley really has a bad parking system. Too limited.
I have never experienced such bad luck in Midvalley before. Later only it occurred to me that, it was a Wednesday (half price to catch a movie) and probably alot of ppl from aboard are back home in KL for the summer break.
After parking my car, I was not very hungry anymore. But I still indulged myself in Sushi King with my good friend. =)
Tuesday, July 18, 2006
I'm Home, Finally...
It is great coming back home.....home sweet home. After a few weeks of holiday, from Italy, to Aberdeen, and to London, I was really looking forward to coming home. The journey from London to KL was alright.
I was so happy when I saw my dog, Kiki, wagging away her tail like the propeller of the helicopter the moment she saw me getting out of the car. And I could not resist the temptation for mamak food. So I had to go there at the same night of arrival for supper. hehe. Miss it. Miss the tosai, maggi mee goreng, and the teh o ais limau. Everything just tasted so good!
A couple of things are$ troubling me. Firstly, my rather severe jetlag (Slept at 6am m'sian time yesterday). To solve this issue, I have decided that since I'm going to spend only 10 days here, I might as well just sleep according to UK time. This will certainly help me adjust myself much more easily when I go back to UK next week. The weather in KL is also very hot and humid. I have been sweating non stop the whole day.
And this time, my time spent in Malaysia is going to be different. Now that I'm single, I have no boyfriend to chill out with....It is so different. At least last time, whenever I wanna go somewhere, there will always be someone to accompany me. Not this time, unfortunately. No one to cuddle me, no one to share my food with, no one to listen to my rants...etc..etc... So I am going to plan my outings for the next few precious days (9 days left in KL) with my good old mates. That aside, certainly, nothing beats being at home.
I was so happy when I saw my dog, Kiki, wagging away her tail like the propeller of the helicopter the moment she saw me getting out of the car. And I could not resist the temptation for mamak food. So I had to go there at the same night of arrival for supper. hehe. Miss it. Miss the tosai, maggi mee goreng, and the teh o ais limau. Everything just tasted so good!
A couple of things are$ troubling me. Firstly, my rather severe jetlag (Slept at 6am m'sian time yesterday). To solve this issue, I have decided that since I'm going to spend only 10 days here, I might as well just sleep according to UK time. This will certainly help me adjust myself much more easily when I go back to UK next week. The weather in KL is also very hot and humid. I have been sweating non stop the whole day.
And this time, my time spent in Malaysia is going to be different. Now that I'm single, I have no boyfriend to chill out with....It is so different. At least last time, whenever I wanna go somewhere, there will always be someone to accompany me. Not this time, unfortunately. No one to cuddle me, no one to share my food with, no one to listen to my rants...etc..etc... So I am going to plan my outings for the next few precious days (9 days left in KL) with my good old mates. That aside, certainly, nothing beats being at home.
Wednesday, July 05, 2006
Away Again
Don't think I have been blogging as much as I wanted to. I have been really busy travelling up and down. Since I'll be moving down to Glasgow this month, I have spent the previous few days packing my room. But I still have my clothes to pack up.
I'll be away again for a couple of days. I am going off to Aberdeen in about 2 hours time. My family will be arriving at the Aberdeen airport in the evening, so I'm going to meet up with them over there.
From the airport, we will be heading to the countryside, Royal Deeside, for a couple of days. On Saturday, we will be driving down from there to Dundee. After my graduation in Dundee, we will be taking the train to London. And only on the 16th of July, I'll finally board the flight home to Malaysia! yippee!! Can't wait. If only I did not have to go to London, then I would be able to fly home earlier.
ok...take care guys! Will update this blog whenever I can. Ciao!
I'll be away again for a couple of days. I am going off to Aberdeen in about 2 hours time. My family will be arriving at the Aberdeen airport in the evening, so I'm going to meet up with them over there.
From the airport, we will be heading to the countryside, Royal Deeside, for a couple of days. On Saturday, we will be driving down from there to Dundee. After my graduation in Dundee, we will be taking the train to London. And only on the 16th of July, I'll finally board the flight home to Malaysia! yippee!! Can't wait. If only I did not have to go to London, then I would be able to fly home earlier.
ok...take care guys! Will update this blog whenever I can. Ciao!
Monday, July 03, 2006
Done and Dusted
aaahhhhh.... finally, the shadowing week is over. It was really boring (to be honest). The junior doctors, whom we students were shadowing, were laid back and flexible. They let us off by lunchtime, allowing us to enjoy our short break before the nightmare begins on 1 August 2006.
Although I was not particularly busy during the whole week, I just felt awfy tired everyday. I shall conveniently blame the travelling (up and down Glasgow) as the culprit. 2 hours in the morning, 2 hours in the evening....I admit it was ridiculous hehe...oh well, what to do, I'm trying to save some money. The air-cond in the bus was not functioning. argh...It was rather stuffy in the bus, and to make matters worse, the weather has been really warm these days. I ended up staying 2 nights in Glasgow because I had to arrive at the ward at 8 am on two occassions. It was impossible to travel from Dundee any earlier than 6 am. I was glad that I put up 2 nights there, otherwise, my eye bags would seriously be irreversibly black and swollen!!
Throughout the week, I had alot of time to think back about my life so far. It is so funny. When you are a student, you just wonder how working life would be and just cant wait to start earning. But now, as I embark on the working journey, I am dreading it. Maybe it is because of the new environment, or maybe it is because of the new responsibilites? I dunno. I guess it is a mixture of alot of factors. Scary!!
At the moment, I think I shall sit down and enjoy the remaining 3 weeks as a student. This is so sad... =(
Although I was not particularly busy during the whole week, I just felt awfy tired everyday. I shall conveniently blame the travelling (up and down Glasgow) as the culprit. 2 hours in the morning, 2 hours in the evening....I admit it was ridiculous hehe...oh well, what to do, I'm trying to save some money. The air-cond in the bus was not functioning. argh...It was rather stuffy in the bus, and to make matters worse, the weather has been really warm these days. I ended up staying 2 nights in Glasgow because I had to arrive at the ward at 8 am on two occassions. It was impossible to travel from Dundee any earlier than 6 am. I was glad that I put up 2 nights there, otherwise, my eye bags would seriously be irreversibly black and swollen!!
Throughout the week, I had alot of time to think back about my life so far. It is so funny. When you are a student, you just wonder how working life would be and just cant wait to start earning. But now, as I embark on the working journey, I am dreading it. Maybe it is because of the new environment, or maybe it is because of the new responsibilites? I dunno. I guess it is a mixture of alot of factors. Scary!!
At the moment, I think I shall sit down and enjoy the remaining 3 weeks as a student. This is so sad... =(
Monday, June 26, 2006
Lazy Worm Infestation
HELP!! Someone help me! Lazy worms are creeping all over me. I tried to pinch them away, but they are just so sticky, and would not let my skin go! Anyone with solutions??? Please fill me in. I really need it ASAP.
Sigh. Lazy worm infestation is my own diagnosis. The infection just started a few days ago, but it has gotten worse today. How did I contract this fatal illness? Let me explain.
Tomorrow I will begin my 1 week shadowing at the hospital I will be working in starting August. Excited? Nope. Basically, what I understood the objective of this shadowing week is to help us students (who will be working soon) to orientate ourselves in the hospital setting as a junior doctor. I will learn how to function properly in the ward (prescribing, learn where to get what forms, etc). Every student in Scotland has to undergo this shadowing week. Well, it is, of course, really good to get my bearings correct prior to working full swing, but I am dreading it. I want to enjoy my last few weeks as a student as much as I can. I do not want all that responsibility once I start working. Moreover, I haven't touched my book since my exam, and have been spending my days shopping, travelling, watching movies, watching the world cup and now, the wimbledon! =P How am I going to pull myself together to work in the hospital tmr?
To make me dread tomorrow (and the rest of the week) further, I am travelling everyday from Dundee to Glasgow at 5.30 am (which means I have to be up by 4 something in the am!!!). The reason for this is because no accomodation is provided for us. I suppose I could stay a couple of nights in a B&B, but I need to save some money. I have been spending too much on shopping, and travelling too. A night at a B&B will cost me about 20 quid at least, whereas, my megabus ride to and fro Glasgow for the week only amounted to 28 pounds. Guess I have to sacrifice abit of my precious sleep to save the money. After the hospital, I am going to catch the 6pm bus back to Dundee, and by the time I reach home, it will be 9pm. Sigh.
I forsee my next few days till the weekend as tiring. Hope I do not need to work too hard in the hospital during this week. hehe. Ohh...I just can't wait for the weekend...me and my friends are planning to go to Stonehaven. Till I find a cure for my lazy worm infestation, I shall continue to watch the world cup match between Switz and Ukraine......and then, probably retire to my bed early. Fingers crossed, I would be able to wake up in the wee hours of the day! Wish me luck!
Sigh. Lazy worm infestation is my own diagnosis. The infection just started a few days ago, but it has gotten worse today. How did I contract this fatal illness? Let me explain.
Tomorrow I will begin my 1 week shadowing at the hospital I will be working in starting August. Excited? Nope. Basically, what I understood the objective of this shadowing week is to help us students (who will be working soon) to orientate ourselves in the hospital setting as a junior doctor. I will learn how to function properly in the ward (prescribing, learn where to get what forms, etc). Every student in Scotland has to undergo this shadowing week. Well, it is, of course, really good to get my bearings correct prior to working full swing, but I am dreading it. I want to enjoy my last few weeks as a student as much as I can. I do not want all that responsibility once I start working. Moreover, I haven't touched my book since my exam, and have been spending my days shopping, travelling, watching movies, watching the world cup and now, the wimbledon! =P How am I going to pull myself together to work in the hospital tmr?
To make me dread tomorrow (and the rest of the week) further, I am travelling everyday from Dundee to Glasgow at 5.30 am (which means I have to be up by 4 something in the am!!!). The reason for this is because no accomodation is provided for us. I suppose I could stay a couple of nights in a B&B, but I need to save some money. I have been spending too much on shopping, and travelling too. A night at a B&B will cost me about 20 quid at least, whereas, my megabus ride to and fro Glasgow for the week only amounted to 28 pounds. Guess I have to sacrifice abit of my precious sleep to save the money. After the hospital, I am going to catch the 6pm bus back to Dundee, and by the time I reach home, it will be 9pm. Sigh.
I forsee my next few days till the weekend as tiring. Hope I do not need to work too hard in the hospital during this week. hehe. Ohh...I just can't wait for the weekend...me and my friends are planning to go to Stonehaven. Till I find a cure for my lazy worm infestation, I shall continue to watch the world cup match between Switz and Ukraine......and then, probably retire to my bed early. Fingers crossed, I would be able to wake up in the wee hours of the day! Wish me luck!
Saturday, June 24, 2006
O.V.E.R.L.O.A.D.
Summer sale is here! Most of the shops here are having big sales. But there is nothing much to buy really (yeah, rite). Well, I guess I would be buying more if I have my own money. Sometimes, I kind of feel guilty spending parents' money. ;)
Bodyshop. Yes, I am addicted to it now. Thanks to my housemate, who introduced me to the body butter from Bodyshop. Ever since then, I can't seem to live without it. The Bodyshop sale just started on Wednesday. I popped in to see if there was anything affordable and nice to buy (esp body butter).
"Special edition body butter, 50% discount"
My eyes opened wide the moment I saw the statement above. I looked down to the display table and saw 4 special edition body butters on sale. The normal price is about 10 quid, but it is only 5 quid today! This is even cheaper than msia. . The blueberry body butter was also sold at half price. So it was a must buy situation!! hehe
The 4 special editions were:
The next day, my housemate and I went shopping in town again. We walked into Bodyshop and this time, I bought their shower gels instead. It was cheap! One bottle for only 2.50?? keke...yeah, I could not resist the temptation to grab a few of them (which was exactly what I did). As I was paying for my 3 bottles of shower gels, the cashier said this to me, "Oh, this is your 4th visit to Bodyshop, and you're entitled for a 5 pounds voucher." I was like "Whoa, why are there so many free gifts?" I did not know what to get. But in the end, I took one avocado body butter." hehe.
In just 2 days, my room has been overloaded with Bodyshop products. I do not know where to put them as my cupboard is pretty pack. I think, with this amount of body butter, I probably do not need to stock up for the next few years!! I wonder how long will I take to finish using all the body butters?
Bodyshop. Yes, I am addicted to it now. Thanks to my housemate, who introduced me to the body butter from Bodyshop. Ever since then, I can't seem to live without it. The Bodyshop sale just started on Wednesday. I popped in to see if there was anything affordable and nice to buy (esp body butter).
"Special edition body butter, 50% discount"
My eyes opened wide the moment I saw the statement above. I looked down to the display table and saw 4 special edition body butters on sale. The normal price is about 10 quid, but it is only 5 quid today! This is even cheaper than msia. . The blueberry body butter was also sold at half price. So it was a must buy situation!! hehe
The 4 special editions were:
- melon (very refreshing, smells like a honeydew)
- banana (my goodness, who wants to smell like a banana??!)
- honey (very sweet scent)
- avocado (the butter was bluish in colour, smells almost similar to the olive body butter)
The next day, my housemate and I went shopping in town again. We walked into Bodyshop and this time, I bought their shower gels instead. It was cheap! One bottle for only 2.50?? keke...yeah, I could not resist the temptation to grab a few of them (which was exactly what I did). As I was paying for my 3 bottles of shower gels, the cashier said this to me, "Oh, this is your 4th visit to Bodyshop, and you're entitled for a 5 pounds voucher." I was like "Whoa, why are there so many free gifts?" I did not know what to get. But in the end, I took one avocado body butter." hehe.
In just 2 days, my room has been overloaded with Bodyshop products. I do not know where to put them as my cupboard is pretty pack. I think, with this amount of body butter, I probably do not need to stock up for the next few years!! I wonder how long will I take to finish using all the body butters?
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