Singapore Day 1

We left our house in Manila at around 11:15 AM. When we arrived at the airport we immediately fall in line at PR 501 bound for Singapore so our luggages could be checked in. It seemed that the line wasn't moving so one of the airport supervisors pointed us to the line bound for Vancouver. My aunt handled our passports and took care of the transactions at the airport. We had to pay the travel tax and terminal fee then off we go to the immigration. We were advised by a family member not to go to a woman who wears eyeglasses and looked surly. Luckily, the immigration officer that interviewed us was very kind and jolly. We waited for a while at the boarding area then off we go to the Airbus flight PR 501.

Waiting for our flight

This was the first time I traveled by plane and BF gave me a few tips. When the plane took off I got really scared and was very thankful that I wasn't seated by the window. When the we reached the right altitude, the ride became very smooth and I became relaxed. Food was included in our package and I thought it was just snacks but was suprised that it was a full meal. We were ask our choice of main dish if fish or chicken (I chose chicken) and drinks. Bread and butter, salad and dessert were also included. I was very satisfied with the meal, I ate everything! Since it was a 3 hour flight they featured a movie so we wouldn't get bored. They showed Big Momma 2. It was very funny and we were laughing while the rest of the passengers were sleeping. We arrived at Singapore at around 7:15 PM. So muhc for the 7:00 PM arrival that the Pilot announced. Oh well, at least we landed safe and sound.

Upon entry to Singapore we went straight to the immigration (no questions asked), waited for our luggage then went out. We were welcomed by my cousin's cousin because she was expecting a pasalubong from her. We also had to wait for our sundo. When my aunt arrived had our dinner first at Mc Donald's. They were discussing what mode of transportation to take. Bus or MRT. We decided to take the MRT route because it's faster just less than an hour to Bukit Batok

Cravings

I'm on a roll here. Three posts in one day...

It's the time of the month, and usually I don't want to eat anything as I have no taste. But this month is different. It surprised me that I am craving for something. Wham Burger and their french fries! It's been a while since I've tasted their huge and juicy burger and their fries cut into thick slices (taob ang Brother's Burger! *lol*).

Isn't this mouth watering?

Yum Yum Fries!

Cravings seem to intensify as I write....

Since I'm thinking food, what is a complete meal without dessert? I received my credit card bill today (with a huge amount to pay!) and there was a leaflet on the real thrills. Guess what, free food! When you spend at least 1.5k on your credit card. What caught my eye is the Dilly Bar of Dairy Queen. What better dessert than ice cream?! The promo is until the 7th of May and since I'm planning to spend for the things I need on our Singapore trip, might as well spend 1.5k so I could get my hands on that dilly bar.

Now I'm really hungry I should stop writing.

DQ's Dilly Bar

Tata for now... Watch post for my post on these cravings... :)

Come and go

It was the last day of a very close co-employee of mine last Friday. It wasn't really a sad departure 'coz we know that he's going somewhere better. Somewhere where he is more valued.

A very smart and opinionated person. Most of us turn to him whenever we encounter some difficulties at work. I personally, go to him whenever my internet connection is down or when there are things that I don't understand, or inquiries I couldn't answer. He is even my personal confidant. I'm sure gonna miss him as I know most of our analysts will be coming to me for answers as I am now one of the oldest in the department.

He is a good friend and I'm sure everybody feels happy for him and will surely be missed.

Change in personnel is not a new thing at this company I'm working at. I, myself, do have plans of leaving too. Maybe before the year ends. I feel like there is no growth in my career there, not to mention under compensated. The salary I'm receiving only goes to my transportation expenses. It's like I'm working so I could have money for transport. The company shouldn't blame people who are leaving. They are looking for better opportunities so that they could provide better for their families.

Since I started working at this company, there were already 14 people who resigned on our department alone. Well I guess that's how it is at work. People come and go. I just hope I'll be the next one to go....

Blogsick

I miss blogging. There were a lot of things that happened after my last post. But, I have a bad memory so I it would be hard to go back and try to remember and post everything. Also, one of the problems would be the bad internet connection that we have. Oh well, we have a new one so I there's no more excuse.

I wish I could be more diligent with this. I'll try to be....

P.S. I also wanted to scrap again... :)

Pain Pain Go Away!

Wow, It's been 8 months since my last post! I have lots of stories to tell but I couldn't seem to find time until now.

Well, on with my story.....

During one of my Psychology class in college, I remembered one lesson we had. That when you feel pain, it's hard to concentrate. Well, that's what's happening to me during my monthly period. There were times when the pain is tolerable and I don't need to take any pain reliever. But there were also times when I need to concentrate on my work that I had no choice but to take one.

I ask for a halfday leave of absence today because of dysmenorrhea.

I wonder what I could do to prevent this from happening, so I could have a normal activity even when I have my period.

I searched the net and here's what I found that could help:

Treatment of Dysmenorrhea

For treatment of primary dysmenorrhea, most doctors prescribe antiprostaglandin drugs or NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as aspirin, ibuprofen, ketoprofen, or naproxen. These drugs inhibit synthesis of prostaglandins, lessen the contractions of the uterus and reduce the menstrual flow. These drugs should be started at the onset of bleeding to avoid inadvertent use during early pregnancy and taken for 2-3 days.

Oral contraceptives are another alternative. By stopping ovulation and decreasing prostaglandin levels, they may eliminate cramps.

Treatment of secondary dysmenorrhea depends on the cause. Endometriosis is the most common cause of secondary dysmenorrhea. Depending on the stage of this disease and the woman's age and desire to have children, the treatment methods vary from conservative drug therapy (androgens, progestins, oral contraceptives and gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists) to surgical procedures.

If the problem is adenomyosis, a hysterectomy may be necessary. Pelvic inflammatory disease may be treated with antibiotics. Uterine fibroids, fibroid tumors and pelvic tumors are often treated surgically. Cervical narrowing can be corrected with surgery as well.

Occasionally, an IUD (intra-uterine device) may be the cause, and if so, the doctor may prescribe antiprostaglandin drugs, and suggest removing the device and using another form of birth control.

Self Care

For relief of painful menstrual cramps and their associated discomforts, start with a hot bath. The water helps relax the uterus and other tensions that may be contributing to the problem.

Place a heating pad on your abdomen. The flow of heat can provide soothing, temporary pain relief.

Exercise regularly. Aerobic exercise such as walking, swimming, running, bicycling, and aerobic dance may diminish cramping symptoms. For some women, exercise may inhibit prostaglandins or help release endorphins, the brain's natural painkillers.

Taking oral meds is a no no for me, so I guess I'll be following the self care method. :)

Breast Mass

Normally, a week before I have my period, I would feel tenderness on my breasts. Yesterday, something felt different particularly on my left breast. I felt pain and there was a small amount of discharge. I went to see my doctor to have it checked. There was a wound which caused the discharge but he also felt a small mass on my left breast. He told me to observe if its size changes and I have to go back for another check up.

Breast cysts and cancer is very common to women and its better to detect it on its earlier stage. It's also very important that all of us are well informed on how to deal with this sickness. To learn more about breast cancer, check it out here.

Extreme Heat

I did not go to work today because I wasn't feeling well. This may be due to the fact that the weather here is extremely hot. Staying inside the laboratory equipped with air conditioning then going out for lunch when the heat of the sun is at its peak will definitely make you sick. I've been hoping that rain would come even just for a few days. Just to give us a cooler weather and give a supply of water. Everyday, when I go to work, I would pass by two rivers. One is at Guadalupe, the other is in Marikina and everyday the water level is decreasing. I could actually see land on where it used to have only water. People would stand only waist deep in the middle of the river. This is already beyond normal. It's already alarming! According to PAGASA we will experience a late rainy season. Normally, rainy season would come by May but this year it will start late on the month of June. How I wish June would come soon and the heat of the sun would lessen...:(

Filtered

Last January 28-February 2, Photoworld Manila held it's exhibit at Glorietta 5. Aside from their exhibit (which unfortunately I wasn't able to check out), there were booths which offer discounts on cameras and camera accessories located at the glorietta activity center. I've always wanted a polarizing filter and this event gave me the chance to purchase it because of the discounted price. I got it at 20% off!

Last Tuesday, I was able to try it at San Miguel by the Bay and these were the results...

The day that was my birthday

Ok, this post is way long overdue...

I didn't have a celebration for my last birthday. I just spent it with Wilson. We strolled around SM Mall of Asia (As what we always do and where we always go *LOL*), then had dinner at UCC Cafe Terrace. I first suggested that we eat at Yakimix but we're not sure if their branch in MOA was already open so we opted for UCC. I honestly thought that it was an American cafe. I was surprised when I found out that it was actually a Japanese cafe. We had for our meal Yakiniku rice, Corned Beef Pizza Toast and Hawaiian Blue Soda. I was supposed to have a strawberry soda but it wasn't available so Wilson gave me his Hawaiian Blue Soda. He had lemon water na lang.

Where we dined

Yakiniku Rice (Sweet and delicious!)
Corned Beef Pizza Toast
Hawaiian Blue Soda

For my gift, he usually doesn't know what to give so he asked me instead. For this occasion, I asked for a wedge choe from wade. When we went to check it out, there was no available stock for my size. He approved of the design but I had to check out other wade branches for my size.

Despite the simpleness of the occasion I was still happy because I spent it with Wilson...:)

You're hired

Yes, after 3 months of sending applications, interviews and exams, I am finally employed! I wouldn't say it's the perfect job but at least it's a job . I wouldn't feel bad anymore now that holiday season is fast approaching. I treat this as a chance to expand my knowledge. To develop my skills. To meet new people. To work in a new environment. There are downsides to the job but that can be arranged depending on my performance of course. So I have to work twice as hard because I still have to review for the board exam. Slowly, I'm making progress..Hopefully, this progress will continue until I reach all my goals..