Category: Journal
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New Earth, New Book
So, I bought a new book– Children of Time by Adrian Tchaikovsky. I’m actually not into the sci-fi genre, but I decided to give it a try after seeing it recommended by someone I follow on Instagram. This book is actually part of a trilogy, but since it’s my first time buying a sci-fi novel, I…
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Slow Walks and Sunny Moments
I drove to the neighboring village of Knarvik yesterday because I wanted a bit of a change of scenery–and a chance to take longer, easy walks with my baby in the pram. I also felt like going somewhere new, somewhere I hadn’t really explored before. The sunny weather made it even better, like the perfect…
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Insert Me Time
Having an infant and a grade-schooler at home means less time for everything else. “Me time” and sleep have suddenly become luxuries, but I’m grateful to have healthy babies. Since I’ve been busier than ever (and sleepier), I’ve been drinking more coffee than tea to keep me awake during those witching hours. Now that the…
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Frustration and Guilt
I’d be lying if I said this pregnancy has been pure bliss. Yes, I’m looking forward to meeting this little one, but I’m already tired and exhausted—mentally drained, too. For the past weeks, I’ve been struggling to get enough sleep because of a clogged nose, headaches, and at least two bathroom visits every night. On…
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Bigger and Heavier!
Whenever people ask me how this pregnancy is going, I always say that it feels very different this time because of the symptoms I’ve been experiencing. In my previous pregnancy, I dealt more with musculoskeletal discomfort rather than the fatigue and flu-like symptoms I have now. This time around, my nose has been especially sensitive…
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From C-Scare to Shock
After months of hiatus, I’m finally back! Despite my hectic work schedule, numerous doctor visits, and a couple of trips to the ER, I’m doing completely fine—and I’m truly grateful for that. However, before things returned to normal, I became sick, burned out, and lethargic. Despite my efforts to exercise and regain my health and…
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Overstimulated
I think some people believe I’m starting to become antisocial these days. But no, I don’t hate anyone—I’m not the Grinch. I just need my space to unwind after long hours at work. Sometimes, that can take hours, days, weeks, or even months! To recharge, I sleep as much as I can and pamper myself…
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Thank You!
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been receiving compliments and positive feedback at work, and I just wanted to take a moment to acknowledge them. As I’ve mentioned before, working with people is never easy because we all have different personalities. There are times when certain individuals can get on your nerves, and at moments,…
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That Kind of Day
Some days really test you—today was one of them. It was a full, demanding day at the hospital. I spent a couple of hours working with clinical patients, assisting the radiologist during biopsies and ultrasound-guided procedures. I usually handle it well, but today something felt off. As soon as I stepped into the procedure room,…
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A Colorful Mess
I’m sharing some of my 6 year old’s obra maestra. The living room might be “messy” when she’s in her creative bubble and I might have been a bit of a cranky mom because of the mess, but I’m glad that she’s enjoying painting and doing what she loves. She can use almost anything as…
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The Cancer Patient
Today I met her again. Though with a shaved head, I recognized her. Despite the fact that she was diagnosed with breast cancer six weeks ago, she radiates with positivity. She’s back for more tests and supplementary mammograms. While she constantly smiles and said that she’s fine, her eyes told me otherwise. I felt sad…
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Recuperating
I’ve been sick for a month now because of rhinovirus and strep infection. I never thought that a common cold could be so cruel to me this season. I used to be better after a week but this time is different. The bug forced me to stay home for a month and also caused a…