Wishing all a Merry merry Xmas & A Happy New Year!!~
Monday, December 24, 2007
Sunday, December 23, 2007
Thought of the day..
Read through my own blog and realised dat I've been blogging for 3 years plus...
It is not a long journey of my life during these 3 years plus, but the miracle event happened..
Like I fall sick, having thyroid, I met a few guys, got involved into relationship and found the precious one.. I even got into different career and experienced different aspects of life..
I gain and lost alot..
In life, what do we ask for... if you're to ask me, I will pray for good health and love.
Love from parents, friends, spouse, etc.. If I'm not able to have a good health, I wun be able to enjoy the love from them... and den, to some pple, they tot money do wonder.. true. but money can't find u true love, money can't buy u good health. To me, money is really secondary.
I know my parents' love for me.. I know the care and concern they bring to me..
I greatly thanks them for bringing me up and give me education and educate me on human rights and wrongs. From young, mum will teach me not to steal, not to bully as such..
I'm thankful I've them in my life...
I'm having lots of difficulites right now.. the new job doesn't fit well for me, my health is still a hassle.. but I know I nid to relaz and let things meddle in a way.. Perhaps I shall listen to my hubby, juz tender and look for another one.. (he said not to affect my health as I can't really get stress up.) My parents agree.. and as for me, I shall see and monitor den I will have the key to the doubt...
Like I always says, hope things to be better...
It is not a long journey of my life during these 3 years plus, but the miracle event happened..
Like I fall sick, having thyroid, I met a few guys, got involved into relationship and found the precious one.. I even got into different career and experienced different aspects of life..
I gain and lost alot..
In life, what do we ask for... if you're to ask me, I will pray for good health and love.
Love from parents, friends, spouse, etc.. If I'm not able to have a good health, I wun be able to enjoy the love from them... and den, to some pple, they tot money do wonder.. true. but money can't find u true love, money can't buy u good health. To me, money is really secondary.
I know my parents' love for me.. I know the care and concern they bring to me..
I greatly thanks them for bringing me up and give me education and educate me on human rights and wrongs. From young, mum will teach me not to steal, not to bully as such..
I'm thankful I've them in my life...
I'm having lots of difficulites right now.. the new job doesn't fit well for me, my health is still a hassle.. but I know I nid to relaz and let things meddle in a way.. Perhaps I shall listen to my hubby, juz tender and look for another one.. (he said not to affect my health as I can't really get stress up.) My parents agree.. and as for me, I shall see and monitor den I will have the key to the doubt...
Like I always says, hope things to be better...
Bath Tub Test!
During a visit to the mental asylum, a visitor asked the Director: "How do you determine whether or not a patient should be institutionalized?"
"Well," said the Director, "we fill up a bathtub, then we offer a teaspoon, a teacup and a bucket to the patient and ask him or her to empty the bathtub."
"Oh, I understand," said the visitor.
"A normal person would use the bucket because it's bigger than the spoon or the teacup."
"No." said the Director, "A normal person would pull the plug. Do you want a bed near the window?"
"Well," said the Director, "we fill up a bathtub, then we offer a teaspoon, a teacup and a bucket to the patient and ask him or her to empty the bathtub."
"Oh, I understand," said the visitor.
"A normal person would use the bucket because it's bigger than the spoon or the teacup."
"No." said the Director, "A normal person would pull the plug. Do you want a bed near the window?"
Sunday, December 09, 2007
"It is a crow"
An 80 year old man was sitting on the sofa in his house along with his 45 years old highly educated son. Suddenly a crow perched on their window.
The Father asked his Son, "What is this?" The Son replied "It is a crow".
After a few minutes, the Father asked his Son the 2nd time, "What is this?"The Son said "Father, I have just now told you "It's a crow".
After a little while, the old Father again asked his Son the 3rd time, What is this?"
At this time some ex-pression of irritation was felt in the son's tone when he said to his Father with a rebuff.. "It's a crow, a crow".
A little after, the Father again asked his Son t he 4th time, "What is this?"
This time the Son shouted at his Father, "Why do you keep askingme the same question again and again, although I have told you so manytimes 'IT IS A CROW'. Are you not able to understand this?"
A little later the Father went to his room and came back with an old tattered diary, which he had maintained since his Son was born.On opening a page, he asked his Son to read that page. When the son read it, the following words were written in the diary :-
"Today my little son aged three was sitting with me on the sofa,when a crow was sitting on the window. My Son asked me 23 times what itwas, and I replied to him all 23 times that it was a Crow. I hugged him lovingly each time he asked me the same question again and again for 23times. I did not at all feel irritated I rather felt affection for my innocent child".While the little child asked him 23 times "What is this", the Father had felt no irritation in replying to the same question all 23 timesand when today the Father asked his Son the same question just 4 times, the Son felt irritated and annoyed.
So..
If your parents attain old age, do not repulse them or look atthem as a burden, but speak to them a gracious word, be cool, obedient, humble and kind to them. Be considerate to your parents.From today say this aloud, "I want to see my parents happy forever. They have cared for me ever since I was a little child. They have always showered their selfless love on me. They crossed all mountains and valleys without seeing the storm and heat to make me a person presentable in the society today".
The Father asked his Son, "What is this?" The Son replied "It is a crow".
After a few minutes, the Father asked his Son the 2nd time, "What is this?"The Son said "Father, I have just now told you "It's a crow".
After a little while, the old Father again asked his Son the 3rd time, What is this?"
At this time some ex-pression of irritation was felt in the son's tone when he said to his Father with a rebuff.. "It's a crow, a crow".
A little after, the Father again asked his Son t he 4th time, "What is this?"
This time the Son shouted at his Father, "Why do you keep askingme the same question again and again, although I have told you so manytimes 'IT IS A CROW'. Are you not able to understand this?"
A little later the Father went to his room and came back with an old tattered diary, which he had maintained since his Son was born.On opening a page, he asked his Son to read that page. When the son read it, the following words were written in the diary :-
"Today my little son aged three was sitting with me on the sofa,when a crow was sitting on the window. My Son asked me 23 times what itwas, and I replied to him all 23 times that it was a Crow. I hugged him lovingly each time he asked me the same question again and again for 23times. I did not at all feel irritated I rather felt affection for my innocent child".While the little child asked him 23 times "What is this", the Father had felt no irritation in replying to the same question all 23 timesand when today the Father asked his Son the same question just 4 times, the Son felt irritated and annoyed.
So..
If your parents attain old age, do not repulse them or look atthem as a burden, but speak to them a gracious word, be cool, obedient, humble and kind to them. Be considerate to your parents.From today say this aloud, "I want to see my parents happy forever. They have cared for me ever since I was a little child. They have always showered their selfless love on me. They crossed all mountains and valleys without seeing the storm and heat to make me a person presentable in the society today".
Saturday, December 08, 2007
'GUARANTEE NO SPOILT'
A man went on a business trip to China and wanted to buy some gifts back for his kid.
He went to a shop and found a nice looking CD player.
Wary of buying inferior goods, he asked the shopkeeper, 'What would happened if this does not work?'
The shopkeeper quietly points to the only sign in English that reads, 'GUARANTEE NO SPOILT'.
Feeling assured, he paid for the CD player and returns to his hotel.
He tried to use the CD player after returning to the hotel but it would not even switch on.
He quickly return to the shop and asked for a refund or an exchange for another unit.
When the shopkeeper refused to give either, the man points to the sign assuring him of a guarantee.
The shopkeeper then said, 'Brother, you are in China. We read from the right to the left.'
He went to a shop and found a nice looking CD player.
Wary of buying inferior goods, he asked the shopkeeper, 'What would happened if this does not work?'
The shopkeeper quietly points to the only sign in English that reads, 'GUARANTEE NO SPOILT'.
Feeling assured, he paid for the CD player and returns to his hotel.
He tried to use the CD player after returning to the hotel but it would not even switch on.
He quickly return to the shop and asked for a refund or an exchange for another unit.
When the shopkeeper refused to give either, the man points to the sign assuring him of a guarantee.
The shopkeeper then said, 'Brother, you are in China. We read from the right to the left.'
Monday, December 03, 2007
DID I MARRY THE RIGHT PERSON?
This is a very good article. read it.
Those who are still single may learn something from here....
Those who are already married may take it as a guideline to improve your marriage....
DID I MARRY THE RIGHT PERSON?
During one of our seminars, a woman asked a common question. She said, 'How do I know if I married the right person?' I
noticed that there was a large man sitting next to her so I said, 'It depends. Is that your husband?'
In all seriousness, she answered 'How do you know?'
Let me answer this question because the chances are good that it's weighing on your mind.
Here's the answer.
EVERY relationship has a cycle.
In the beginning, you fell in love with your spouse. You anticipated their call, wanted their touch, and liked their idiosyncrasies.
Falling in love with your spouse wasn't hard. In fact, it was a completely natural and spontaneous experience.
You didn't have to DO anything. That's why it's called 'falling' in love...
Because it's happening TO YOU.
People in love sometimes say, 'I was swept of my feet.'
Think about the imagery of that __expression.
It implies that you were just standing there; doing nothing, and then something came along and happened TO YOU.
Falling is love is easy. It's a passive and spontaneous experience.
But after a few years of marriage, the euphoria of love fades.
It's the natural cycle of EVERY relationship.
Slowly but surely, phone calls become a bother (if they come at all), touch is not always welcome (when it happens), and your spouse's idiosyncrasies, instead of being cute, drive you nuts.
The symptoms of this stage vary with every relationship, but if you think about your marriage, you will notice a dramatic difference between the initial stage when you were in love and a much duller or even angry subsequent stage.
At this point, you and/or your spouse might start asking, 'Did I marry the right person?' And as you and your spouse reflect on the euphoria of the love you once had, you may begin to desire that experience with someone else.
This is when marriages breakdown.
People blame their spouse for their unhappiness and look outside their marriage for fulfillment. Extramarital fulfillment comes in all shapes and sizes. I
nfidelity is the most obvious.
But sometimes people turn to work, a hobby, a friendship, excessive TV, or abusive substances. But the answer to this dilemma does NOT lie outside your marriage.
It lies within it. I'm not saying that you couldn't fall in love with someone else. You could.
And TEMPORARILY you'd feel better. But you'd be in the same situation a few years later.
Because (listen carefully to this): THE KEY TO SUCCEEDING IN MARRIAGE IS NOT FINDING THE RIGHT PERSON; IT'S LEARNING TO LOVE THE PERSON YOU FOUND. SUSTAINING love is not a passive or spontaneous experience.
It'll NEVER just happen to you.
You can't 'find' LASTING love. You have to 'make' it day in and day out.
That's why we have the __expression 'the labor of love.' Because it takes time, effort, and energy .
And most importantly, it takes WISDOM .
You have to know WHAT TO DO to make your marriage work. Make no mistake about it.
Love is NOT a mystery.
There are specific things you can do (with or without your spouse) to succeed with your marriage. Just as there are physical laws of the universe (such as gravity), there are also laws for relationships.
Just as the right diet and exercise program makes you physically stronger, certain habits in your relationship WILL make your marriage stronger. It's a direct cause and effect. If you know and apply the laws, the results are predictable... you can 'make' love.
Love in marriage is indeed a 'decision'... Not just a feeling .
Those who are still single may learn something from here....
Those who are already married may take it as a guideline to improve your marriage....
DID I MARRY THE RIGHT PERSON?
During one of our seminars, a woman asked a common question. She said, 'How do I know if I married the right person?' I
noticed that there was a large man sitting next to her so I said, 'It depends. Is that your husband?'
In all seriousness, she answered 'How do you know?'
Let me answer this question because the chances are good that it's weighing on your mind.
Here's the answer.
EVERY relationship has a cycle.
In the beginning, you fell in love with your spouse. You anticipated their call, wanted their touch, and liked their idiosyncrasies.
Falling in love with your spouse wasn't hard. In fact, it was a completely natural and spontaneous experience.
You didn't have to DO anything. That's why it's called 'falling' in love...
Because it's happening TO YOU.
People in love sometimes say, 'I was swept of my feet.'
Think about the imagery of that __expression.
It implies that you were just standing there; doing nothing, and then something came along and happened TO YOU.
Falling is love is easy. It's a passive and spontaneous experience.
But after a few years of marriage, the euphoria of love fades.
It's the natural cycle of EVERY relationship.
Slowly but surely, phone calls become a bother (if they come at all), touch is not always welcome (when it happens), and your spouse's idiosyncrasies, instead of being cute, drive you nuts.
The symptoms of this stage vary with every relationship, but if you think about your marriage, you will notice a dramatic difference between the initial stage when you were in love and a much duller or even angry subsequent stage.
At this point, you and/or your spouse might start asking, 'Did I marry the right person?' And as you and your spouse reflect on the euphoria of the love you once had, you may begin to desire that experience with someone else.
This is when marriages breakdown.
People blame their spouse for their unhappiness and look outside their marriage for fulfillment. Extramarital fulfillment comes in all shapes and sizes. I
nfidelity is the most obvious.
But sometimes people turn to work, a hobby, a friendship, excessive TV, or abusive substances. But the answer to this dilemma does NOT lie outside your marriage.
It lies within it. I'm not saying that you couldn't fall in love with someone else. You could.
And TEMPORARILY you'd feel better. But you'd be in the same situation a few years later.
Because (listen carefully to this): THE KEY TO SUCCEEDING IN MARRIAGE IS NOT FINDING THE RIGHT PERSON; IT'S LEARNING TO LOVE THE PERSON YOU FOUND. SUSTAINING love is not a passive or spontaneous experience.
It'll NEVER just happen to you.
You can't 'find' LASTING love. You have to 'make' it day in and day out.
That's why we have the __expression 'the labor of love.' Because it takes time, effort, and energy .
And most importantly, it takes WISDOM .
You have to know WHAT TO DO to make your marriage work. Make no mistake about it.
Love is NOT a mystery.
There are specific things you can do (with or without your spouse) to succeed with your marriage. Just as there are physical laws of the universe (such as gravity), there are also laws for relationships.
Just as the right diet and exercise program makes you physically stronger, certain habits in your relationship WILL make your marriage stronger. It's a direct cause and effect. If you know and apply the laws, the results are predictable... you can 'make' love.
Love in marriage is indeed a 'decision'... Not just a feeling .
Friday, November 30, 2007
Good News and Soul thinking..
Good News
1. My ear infection has totally cured. Doctor Koh was surprised about the fast healing and I, happy for no SURGERY. Oh YEaH!~
2. My thyroid medicine has been reduced from 3 types to 2. Give me some clap! Yeah!!And den..
I'm thinking how glad I can open my eyes everyday as I'm not yet prepare to leave this world.
I've alot of things undone..
Met a friend recently by coincidence.
She was sick a year back. She had more white blood cell which is a disease. (白血病)
"Refers to a blood cell that does not contain hemoglobin.
White blood cells include lymphocytes, neutrophils, eosinophils, macrophages, and mast cells.
These cells are made by bone marrow and help the body fight infections and other diseases.
Also called WBC."
And good news too, she had the bone marrow surgery and she's fine now, looking healthy.
I guess she is glad that she's alive, she could enjoy the world once again.. no more medicine anymore.
Soul Thinking..
We do not know when will god take away us from our family and friends so we really need to treasure every moment when we could breath in the fresh air and says,"what a wonderful world it is..."
Patients in hospital do not ask for anything much. They dunwan fame, money, status..etc..
They just want to be alive.
But why we still heard news like nephew killed his uncle for his money, soccer player changing team for fame, NKF cases happened dued to money and forget there are so many patients in need of the money for their kidneys..
We need to thank god for letting us open our eyes everyday, to feel the love by your family, friends and not to be bother by those things that u could not take away when you leave this world.
From dust to dust.
We born with nothing and we leave with nothing.
I do not agree for working so hard to get a promotion and make yourself sick, I do not agree to think of money only and do things evil/cruel forgetting those who love you...
I just feel It is so great to be alive, living happily with your loved ones.
I thank god for giving me the best parents and the caring husband by my side..
Thank you...
Monday, November 26, 2007
Xmas coming
Isn't it fast?
Xmas is coming soon...
Hmm, how I wish I could have a great Xmas with my hubby..
But guess it is a no-no as I can't really join big crowd for countdown at the Orchard Road to see the beautiful lightings along the road
Because whenever I go out nowadays, I will get breathless/diddy/weak/no-strength...
Reason for diddy; Realised during Sept when I had a big fall due to diddy, seen doctor and test shown that my sugar level is low.
And another thing happens on me since March..
My ear infection, I haven't recover til now and the condition get worsen.
This wednesday I will go back for check to see if my condition become better after eating antibiotic.. If not, I will have to go for operation.
Thyroid condition has not been improving..
Doctor says I did not take good care of myself.
I admit that at times, I juz dun feel like eating medicine to make myself feel so sick..
I know I can't do that.. yet I still go stubborn..
I've to take so mani types of medicine, realli feel so suck that I'm not healthy at all!
Xmas is coming soon...
Hmm, how I wish I could have a great Xmas with my hubby..
But guess it is a no-no as I can't really join big crowd for countdown at the Orchard Road to see the beautiful lightings along the road
Because whenever I go out nowadays, I will get breathless/diddy/weak/no-strength...
Reason for diddy; Realised during Sept when I had a big fall due to diddy, seen doctor and test shown that my sugar level is low.
And another thing happens on me since March..
My ear infection, I haven't recover til now and the condition get worsen.
This wednesday I will go back for check to see if my condition become better after eating antibiotic.. If not, I will have to go for operation.
Thyroid condition has not been improving..
Doctor says I did not take good care of myself.
I admit that at times, I juz dun feel like eating medicine to make myself feel so sick..
I know I can't do that.. yet I still go stubborn..
I've to take so mani types of medicine, realli feel so suck that I'm not healthy at all!
Monday, November 19, 2007
IF I COULD DO SO...
No one understand except my family members and hubby.
forget it.
Can't bother to explain.
END.
forget it.
Can't bother to explain.
END.
Saturday, November 10, 2007
Wedding Dinner Photos arrived!
BoO BOo.. My cousin opening the door...
Brothers Team and Look, 2118 striked 4D but I din buy coz I 4got the car plate already, only my Father-in-law he alone striked!
Hubby must be saying this,"Open the door lei.. Let me in!"
I dunno this cup is sweet or sour... haha.. So poor thing...
Discussing big plan?
YOU ARE PRETTY!!!
My Family!~
Can u feel my cousin is nervous? haha..
My VIP table!
Take a look at the last row, ain't the ladies tall?Take me as the measuring point, me 1.72cm, using no heel shoe...
Hubby VIP Table!
"SHhhh.... Yam Seng too loud already!!"
See how crazy women are!~ hahaa
Long long time friends + Buddy!~
My HKSS Classmates!
Ah heng, smile lei....
Wednesday, November 07, 2007
Thinking changes?
Ok.
Spoken to a 24 yrs old guy couple days ago.
He's with NTU, working PT as a editor at News Asia.
He was telling a story about his gal friend and her hubby.
Short and sweet. The guy had an affair, wife found out and filed for separation.
Ok.
Next.
My friend got involved with the gal friend. Involved as in "BED", and the shocking part is, it happened at the gal's house.
I asked him,"do u think it is right to do it when the gal is married?"
He said,"It takes 2 hands to clap, she dun have a good sex life.. further more, the husband has an affair outside, why can't she?".
I listened and tot, so? It is still not right although the husband betrayed her first.
He said,"Shld you live in a democratic society and afraid of pple calling u a slut and not fight for your own sex desire, ur rights..and just tolerate all these just becoz u r married..?"
I tot to myself. His thinking, his view, I cannot change. But I just feel u could do anithing u like/desire before marriage, but not after.
And for me, I took the vow to be husband and wife and I should still faithful to my husband, and I shall always be so.
No conflict, doubt at all.
He tried to talk me over and accept his thinkings, but I can't.
He said I have the mind of 70s.
Well, I can talk openly relate to SEX, but will only do it with my husband, coz I'm married, it is dat simple.
Whatever it is. I do not agree wife can easily have an affair outside, just bcoz men did, why can't women!
Spoken to a 24 yrs old guy couple days ago.
He's with NTU, working PT as a editor at News Asia.
He was telling a story about his gal friend and her hubby.
Short and sweet. The guy had an affair, wife found out and filed for separation.
Ok.
Next.
My friend got involved with the gal friend. Involved as in "BED", and the shocking part is, it happened at the gal's house.
I asked him,"do u think it is right to do it when the gal is married?"
He said,"It takes 2 hands to clap, she dun have a good sex life.. further more, the husband has an affair outside, why can't she?".
I listened and tot, so? It is still not right although the husband betrayed her first.
He said,"Shld you live in a democratic society and afraid of pple calling u a slut and not fight for your own sex desire, ur rights..and just tolerate all these just becoz u r married..?"
I tot to myself. His thinking, his view, I cannot change. But I just feel u could do anithing u like/desire before marriage, but not after.
And for me, I took the vow to be husband and wife and I should still faithful to my husband, and I shall always be so.
No conflict, doubt at all.
He tried to talk me over and accept his thinkings, but I can't.
He said I have the mind of 70s.
Well, I can talk openly relate to SEX, but will only do it with my husband, coz I'm married, it is dat simple.
Whatever it is. I do not agree wife can easily have an affair outside, just bcoz men did, why can't women!
Saturday, November 03, 2007
Geographer Nite Out!
Have a night out with hui today. She has been mentioning about Geographer 1 and 2 so much thus I decided to drop by Geographer 2 and check out the atmosphere.
P/s: I've not been clubbing for years.
ok.
Not a big pub.
Dun have a big crowd. Good place for relaxing.
Drank Green tea with Chivas. Nice.
Thai band singers are quite handsome but too friendly.
Thai dancers look like "girls" to me, going ard tables to let guys hug and kiss them.
Boss look like my friend, Samuel. Big tummy.
Saw Hui's always mentioned Thai guy dat likes her. Photo is more handsome den realistic.
Met childhood friend, Guanxiong. Look the same except he keep mentioned I din invited him to my wedding.
Hubby came over from another pub and well, he's drunk. Fall on the bed and zzzz.
Overall, the cab fare is expensive.
Friday, October 26, 2007
Typical Singaporean...
I recieved this email from more den 1 more and feel I shall change.....
Who says our English is teruk.?
Just see below -
Ours is simple, short, concise, straight-to-point, effective etc......... ahem....
WHEN GIVING A CUSTOMER BAD NEWS
Britons: I'm sorry, Sir, but we don't seem to have the sweater you want in your size, but if you give me a moment, I can call the other outlets for you.
S'pore: No Stock.
RETURNING A CALL
Britons: Hello, this is John Smith. Did anyone page for me a few moments ago?
S'pore: Hello, who page?
ASKING SOMEONE TO MAKE WAY .
Britons: Excuse me, I'd like to get by. Would you please make way?
S'pore: S-kew me
WHEN SOMEONE OFFERS TO PAY
Britons: Hey, put your wallet away, this drink is on me.
S'pore: No-need, lah.
WHEN ASKING FOR PERMISSION
Britons: Excuse me, but do you think it would be possible for me to enter through this door?
S'pore: (pointing the door) can ar?
WHEN ENTERTAINING
Britons: Please make yourself right at home.
S'pore: Don't be shy, lah!
WHEN DOUBTING SOMEONE
Britons: I don't recall you giving me the money.
S'pore: Where got?
WHEN DECLINING AN OFFER
Britons: I'd prefer not to do that, if you don't mind.
S'pore: Dowan la...
IN DISAGREEING ON A TOPIC OF DISCUSSION
Britons: Err. Tom, I have to stop you there. I understand where you're coming from, but I really have to disagree with what you said about the issue.
S'pore: You mad, ah?
WHEN ASKING SOMEONE TO LOWER THEIR VOICE.
Britons: Excuse me, but could you please ! lower your voice, I'm trying to concentrate over here.
S'pore: Shut up lah!
WHEN ASKING SOMEONE IF HE/SHE KNOWS YOU.
Britons: Excuse me, but I noticed you staring at me for some time.. Do I know you?
S'pore: See what, see what?
WHEN ASSESSING A TIGHT SITUATION.
Britons: We seem to be in a bit of a predicament at the moment.
S'pore: Die-lah!!
WHEN TRYING TO FIND OUT WHAT HAD HAPPENED
Britons: Will someone tell me what has just happened?
S'pore: Wat happen Why like that.... ??
WHEN SOME ONE DID SOMETHING WRONG
Britons: This isn't the way to do it here let me show you,
S'pore: Like that also don't know how to do!!!!
WHEN ONE IS ANGRY
Britons: Would you mind not disturbing me
S'pore: Go Away lah!
ERmmm... Its not just teruk... Its bloody damn teruk... good grief...!
Who says our English is teruk.?
Just see below -
Ours is simple, short, concise, straight-to-point, effective etc......... ahem....
WHEN GIVING A CUSTOMER BAD NEWS
Britons: I'm sorry, Sir, but we don't seem to have the sweater you want in your size, but if you give me a moment, I can call the other outlets for you.
S'pore: No Stock.
RETURNING A CALL
Britons: Hello, this is John Smith. Did anyone page for me a few moments ago?
S'pore: Hello, who page?
ASKING SOMEONE TO MAKE WAY .
Britons: Excuse me, I'd like to get by. Would you please make way?
S'pore: S-kew me
WHEN SOMEONE OFFERS TO PAY
Britons: Hey, put your wallet away, this drink is on me.
S'pore: No-need, lah.
WHEN ASKING FOR PERMISSION
Britons: Excuse me, but do you think it would be possible for me to enter through this door?
S'pore: (pointing the door) can ar?
WHEN ENTERTAINING
Britons: Please make yourself right at home.
S'pore: Don't be shy, lah!
WHEN DOUBTING SOMEONE
Britons: I don't recall you giving me the money.
S'pore: Where got?
WHEN DECLINING AN OFFER
Britons: I'd prefer not to do that, if you don't mind.
S'pore: Dowan la...
IN DISAGREEING ON A TOPIC OF DISCUSSION
Britons: Err. Tom, I have to stop you there. I understand where you're coming from, but I really have to disagree with what you said about the issue.
S'pore: You mad, ah?
WHEN ASKING SOMEONE TO LOWER THEIR VOICE.
Britons: Excuse me, but could you please ! lower your voice, I'm trying to concentrate over here.
S'pore: Shut up lah!
WHEN ASKING SOMEONE IF HE/SHE KNOWS YOU.
Britons: Excuse me, but I noticed you staring at me for some time.. Do I know you?
S'pore: See what, see what?
WHEN ASSESSING A TIGHT SITUATION.
Britons: We seem to be in a bit of a predicament at the moment.
S'pore: Die-lah!!
WHEN TRYING TO FIND OUT WHAT HAD HAPPENED
Britons: Will someone tell me what has just happened?
S'pore: Wat happen Why like that.... ??
WHEN SOME ONE DID SOMETHING WRONG
Britons: This isn't the way to do it here let me show you,
S'pore: Like that also don't know how to do!!!!
WHEN ONE IS ANGRY
Britons: Would you mind not disturbing me
S'pore: Go Away lah!
ERmmm... Its not just teruk... Its bloody damn teruk... good grief...!
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Buddiez Roxz
Buddy Reyne aka ah ngoh aka Jennet aka panpan, I'm so glad to have you as a buddy by my side for more den half of my life spend on earth... without I dunno what will I become..Thanks for being my best sister!
coz u know la, I dunno how to tell u all this when I'm with you.. shy* u c.. heez...
I really feel so honour knowing you! Having this feeling for the past 16 years we know each other..
Thanks god for letting u appear in my life, just like my husband, god makes him appear in my life to make me feel complete!
Thanks to wake me up in the past when I was wrong..
Thanks to comfort me when I'm sad, although u r not good at it!
Thankd for your advise and guidance when I meet troubles/problems...
Our irresistible grppyz has seem to fall apart which really make me misses all the fun we spent together back den... especially when friend get close to u, den I get so jealous till u laugh real loud at me... heez// times fly as I says..
And Now, I sincerely wish u all the best in your career and your family life!!~
wish me all the best too okie?
Loving you deeply de
Joanne aka dandan aka ah 'e aka kaithlynn (i love this name!) haha..
Monday, October 22, 2007
Changes through the years...
I was browsing through my old photos *Year 2003 - 2006 and realised I did lookz abit differ now and den.... and my hairstyle has been short/shoulder most of the times....My current hair is the longest I ever keep already. haha. Due to weather, I guess I'm going to have a hair cut soon!
Every single photo will bring me back to dat arena when taken, so naturally memory flashes back and I've a smile to myself thinking of it...
*It is always good to have something for me to remind us of the happy moments.
Ok.
Time is running very fast these few years, just like I blinked my eyes a few times and it is 2007 now what, ending soon..............
I guess blink blink again, I will be annouce as a 30 age woman le....
Well.
Objective.
I have to learn to be a real adult although I'm adult already.
Hubby Peter Pan will assist me.
And I will pronounce I'm a mature mother when the time is ripes!
Jiayou!
Friday, October 19, 2007
Newborn Baby!~
Congratulations to u, Ms. Rachel!~
A piece of good news i recieved yesterday..
My friend has give birth to a baby boy, weighing at 3.5kg, dunno he looks like who yet....
heez...
so happy for her!~
Congratulation!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
A piece of good news i recieved yesterday..
My friend has give birth to a baby boy, weighing at 3.5kg, dunno he looks like who yet....
heez...
so happy for her!~
Congratulation!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
6120 Classic
My hubby just bought a new handphone as the previous one, we decided to trade it before it turn into a $0 value phone...
And as a new toy, I start to test out the phone camera... as usual to take photos non-stop...........................and editing the photos taken non-stop.............
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So fun, its been sometimes I've been doing this self-love action... hahaa.. enjoyable night...
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So fun, its been sometimes I've been doing this self-love action... hahaa.. enjoyable night...
*photos are green green de bcox I took them with my yellow light on.. hahaha..dat's the unique effect, although one of my friend does not know how to appreciate and said those looks spooky!
Sunday, October 14, 2007
Funny Memory...
Well, as a married woman at this mid-night hour, what can I do?
Basically hubby is already at the house of "zhou gong" playing chess, so left me alone finding things to do....
So.........
I decided to surf net and den.....
juz went to my buddy's blog and browsed through her old posts. (as there is no update u see..)
ok.. focus point.
I saw this particular post and I laughed real loud at it. I tot back of dat moment and well, dat matter is really stressing all my power at dat time...
so happy enuff, i leave his fists. Heez
I cut and paste it to show my silly action...
please see...........
Friday, March 31, 2006
i am forced to...
i do not want to do this..i have no intention to post it at all..i know it is unethical..but i'm being forced to do it..there are times when you have to make certain kind of decisions..and this time.. i have decided..
No matter what the cost will be..
No matter what it might result in..
I have to do it..
It is something which i HAVE TO share with all...+++
Buddy PInk pig, nvr failed to tickle my funny bones with her antics..At times she seems quite street-smart, at times she just need a little guidance...
This time.. i think she's heading nowhere..---She mentioned few times about her irritating boss who accussed her of doing something which she did not really do, and not accomplishing tasks assigned to her. hence somebody (my current hubby) suggested to her to write a daily report of her tasks and send to her boss..
She did.
However, in a cute way..
She told me,"i think the report i'm writing is giving me so much stress.. i have to find something to do every now and then.. to ensure my report is filled up thoroughly, and my boss willnot see that i did not do what's assigned to me.. writing up the report is like smacking herself hard in the face""But it's just a list of what u have done and just cc him all the msgs to ur boss, what's so stressed about it..?"
I Wonder...Until she tells me about it...The report is soooooooooo thorough..TOO THOROUGH i say...She basically had to list down what she does EVERY MINUTE.Well...
A picture speaks a thousand words...
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No wonder she's so stressed...
I guess she's feeling less stressed now?
coz.. after sharing her sorrows with us.. all of us.. huihui, jaejae and i..
practically rolled on the floor... LaUGHInG at her "meticulous" performance!
We're not evil..
It.. is just...SO HILARIOUS!!!
[HA!!!!]
Well... She makes a good shipping agent.. recording the times Specifically..
Shipping agents needs talents like her..
Tuesday, October 09, 2007
Wedding Photos are here!
I've a great day during my wedding from morning to night...
Thanks all my jiemeis and my husband side those brothers for their kind help, especially my buddy!! Buddy, without u, I dunno what to do.. owe u a meal, I promise!
Oh, and my cousin, Anmy too.. she's really my best cousin! I love u, jiejie!
My husband has a memorable day playing the games from jiemeis and I enjoyed the wonderful feeling when my husband said the reason why he wants to marry me....
I guess my husband wants to thank Dave and Garbiel so much, guess my husband owe them a meal too! heez..
I'm also so glad to have those close friends, schoolmates, colleagues attending my wedding and share my joy and happiness! Thanks so much for them for letting out their times and attended my wedding!
I really have the most enjoyable and wonderful night, without them, I will not be so happy!
hmm, but dinner photos are not here yet, so friends, dun ask me for the photos so fast!!
heez..
Will update soon upon collection!~
Sunday, September 30, 2007
My Big Day!
Wedding Photos collected on the 27th.. Cd is with my sister-in-law right now, so I can't update any photo now, tot I wish to do so...
"过大礼" done on the 29th... By end of ytd den I know giving out cakes to relative is such an easy" task.
Having last fitting and collection of gowns on 3th oct.
Going for medicure on the 4th oct evening.
Ok. Time passes without informing.
Although quarrel happens btw both of us, we still move on as husband and wife as pledged at the Registry of Marriage, not to leave each other regardless of sickness, poor......blah blah blah...
And now, 5th Oct, My BIG Day is finally Here!~
A day I share my joy with my friends and relatives..
Our beginning
2005 Nov I know my husband as a naggy man who keep calling me on the phone and keep "hi hi" at me on the msn...
I still remember sometimes I pretended I'm busy and hang up with him..but sometimes I do enjoy our conversation when the topic interested me.
When I was out with friends, he will still called and talked to me even if I told him I'm playing mahjong. Well, he tot I could multi-tasks.. so very normal those friends would ask me to concentrate on the game and disturbed me in a way like, asking who is the guy.. why he talked so long still dunwan to hang up.
And he made himself clear that he want me to be his gf.. I did not answer him seriously and always attempted to change topic. He knew I was trying to escape dat question and he let me had my way.
Recieving call from him become a routine.
But during dat period, I fell for someone else and realised later it was just a crush. A very stupid thing to have a crush for dat guy.
Although he was aware of such a guy I fell for but he did not give up on me and continued on to call me everyday.
Somehow or rather, we understand each other bit by bit over the period of 1 year 3 months on the phone everyday. Meet up was quite seldom, and even if we meet up, its would be in group of people.
This continued on till there was such a week dat I realised I fall in love with him.
He did not call me for dat week, no sms, no call, nothing from him. No news.
I begin to think about him, wondering what he is doing... And my heart seems very weird. I tot of him during day, during work, during lunch, during dinner, the night is the worst. Looking at my phone is the constant reaction, hoping he call.. but he did not.
Finally, I make my intitative to sms him and asked silly question like "how r u?".. And he replied. I felt so happy at dat moment.. The feeling is like, I'm the happiest woman in the world..
I beginned appreciated every moment I could talk to him , to meet up and became addicted to his voice, his jokes, his problems... his life...
At dat period, I was looking forward that he could ask me to be his gf once again and I will definitely says YES.
And he did.
Dat particular night, as usual we chatted on the phone for hours and the feeling of missing him was so strong.. I told him I dunno why I felt like seeing him right now and he really came over to my downstair and we chatted till morning 7plus.. I feel that from north to west is not very near, for him to come over at midnight to me is a very touching move..
Dat morning, I slept very soundly, guess there's smile on my face when I was sleeping bah.. heez..
That was when the relationship starts naturally, like we're long time couple.
During the courtship, he teached me alot on certain things and see things in different perspective. He taught me his knowledges on things I do not know. He taught how to survive at a back-stabbing world...
The feeling of I want to live with him for the rest of my life is very certain and he also think dat way.
Soon, we decided to get marry and den, 5th oct is my wedding big day!!!!
Friends asked me that I only know him for such a short period, will it be abit rush...
I do agree but the love for him is very different from others.
Its no longer puppy love, no longer like young times.. It is different, I also duno how to put it.
Humans grow up in different ways and there's bound to be disagreement in different things/thinking.
I don't think there's no quarrel btw a couple, most importantly is how we manage the problem, how to accept each other, how to appreciate each other and I really thank god for giving us a chance to know each other therefore I get my happiness, sadness, argument with him, only him, living as an atom together.
And of coz, I hope we can stay happy and maintain happiness for the rest of my life and never regret marrying him...
If one day, suitation does not happen the way I expect, I still feel thankful for me to know him.
Please bless me all the best, god!
"过大礼" done on the 29th... By end of ytd den I know giving out cakes to relative is such an easy" task.
Having last fitting and collection of gowns on 3th oct.
Going for medicure on the 4th oct evening.
Ok. Time passes without informing.
Although quarrel happens btw both of us, we still move on as husband and wife as pledged at the Registry of Marriage, not to leave each other regardless of sickness, poor......blah blah blah...
And now, 5th Oct, My BIG Day is finally Here!~
A day I share my joy with my friends and relatives..
Our beginning
2005 Nov I know my husband as a naggy man who keep calling me on the phone and keep "hi hi" at me on the msn...
I still remember sometimes I pretended I'm busy and hang up with him..but sometimes I do enjoy our conversation when the topic interested me.
When I was out with friends, he will still called and talked to me even if I told him I'm playing mahjong. Well, he tot I could multi-tasks.. so very normal those friends would ask me to concentrate on the game and disturbed me in a way like, asking who is the guy.. why he talked so long still dunwan to hang up.
And he made himself clear that he want me to be his gf.. I did not answer him seriously and always attempted to change topic. He knew I was trying to escape dat question and he let me had my way.
Recieving call from him become a routine.
But during dat period, I fell for someone else and realised later it was just a crush. A very stupid thing to have a crush for dat guy.
Although he was aware of such a guy I fell for but he did not give up on me and continued on to call me everyday.
Somehow or rather, we understand each other bit by bit over the period of 1 year 3 months on the phone everyday. Meet up was quite seldom, and even if we meet up, its would be in group of people.
This continued on till there was such a week dat I realised I fall in love with him.
He did not call me for dat week, no sms, no call, nothing from him. No news.
I begin to think about him, wondering what he is doing... And my heart seems very weird. I tot of him during day, during work, during lunch, during dinner, the night is the worst. Looking at my phone is the constant reaction, hoping he call.. but he did not.
Finally, I make my intitative to sms him and asked silly question like "how r u?".. And he replied. I felt so happy at dat moment.. The feeling is like, I'm the happiest woman in the world..
I beginned appreciated every moment I could talk to him , to meet up and became addicted to his voice, his jokes, his problems... his life...
At dat period, I was looking forward that he could ask me to be his gf once again and I will definitely says YES.
And he did.
Dat particular night, as usual we chatted on the phone for hours and the feeling of missing him was so strong.. I told him I dunno why I felt like seeing him right now and he really came over to my downstair and we chatted till morning 7plus.. I feel that from north to west is not very near, for him to come over at midnight to me is a very touching move..
Dat morning, I slept very soundly, guess there's smile on my face when I was sleeping bah.. heez..
That was when the relationship starts naturally, like we're long time couple.
During the courtship, he teached me alot on certain things and see things in different perspective. He taught me his knowledges on things I do not know. He taught how to survive at a back-stabbing world...
The feeling of I want to live with him for the rest of my life is very certain and he also think dat way.
Soon, we decided to get marry and den, 5th oct is my wedding big day!!!!
Friends asked me that I only know him for such a short period, will it be abit rush...
I do agree but the love for him is very different from others.
Its no longer puppy love, no longer like young times.. It is different, I also duno how to put it.
Humans grow up in different ways and there's bound to be disagreement in different things/thinking.
I don't think there's no quarrel btw a couple, most importantly is how we manage the problem, how to accept each other, how to appreciate each other and I really thank god for giving us a chance to know each other therefore I get my happiness, sadness, argument with him, only him, living as an atom together.
And of coz, I hope we can stay happy and maintain happiness for the rest of my life and never regret marrying him...
If one day, suitation does not happen the way I expect, I still feel thankful for me to know him.
Please bless me all the best, god!
Saturday, September 08, 2007
Recent Condition
Found a job recently.
Although Health is still not at tip top condition.
Feel no work mean no income.
Mean no medicine fees.
If health does not allow, den make further plan.
Peter Pan found a new job too.
Starting 10th Oct.
Hope we have a good start.
Friends are fine. Except a few.
Buddy's Bbxuan is growing fine and cute too.
Found out a schmate I used to admire (since sec 3 I never bump into him before, and I dunno him actually) is working with my cousin and irresistible grppyz member, coping fine and have a very fierce gf.
Another schmate buddy proposed to his gf successul and perhap planning his marriage now.
Rachel is going to give birth this sep month end. So fast.
-end-
Although Health is still not at tip top condition.
Feel no work mean no income.
Mean no medicine fees.
If health does not allow, den make further plan.
Peter Pan found a new job too.
Starting 10th Oct.
Hope we have a good start.
Friends are fine. Except a few.
Buddy's Bbxuan is growing fine and cute too.
Found out a schmate I used to admire (since sec 3 I never bump into him before, and I dunno him actually) is working with my cousin and irresistible grppyz member, coping fine and have a very fierce gf.
Another schmate buddy proposed to his gf successul and perhap planning his marriage now.
Rachel is going to give birth this sep month end. So fast.
-end-
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Thyroid strike me
I've not been in the top tip condition of health for a month plus already. I get tired easily - fatigue.. I walk for abit, I started to feel lack of oxygen.. I can't tolerate heat and I get very moody from time to time..
Beginning I tot, I could be pregnant.. seen doctor and he said he suspected too and it too early to know so he asked me go back weeks later.. But weeks later, my menses come and I confirmed it is not.
Weeks ago, mum saw my neck and said something is not right. I insisted I'm okay. So nothing is done.
Meet up with family last week. Auntie saw my neck and suspected I've been infected with the illness thyroid. Thus she asked me if I feel tired easily, if I've no strength.. which is yes.. I walk abit and I feel I can't walk anymore. I can't handle heavy stuffs..
My mum decided to bring me to the doctor and den blood test taken, yesterday the report is out and yes, doctor confirmed my condition and mentioned it is quite serious.
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My report of Thyroid Function:
RESULT UNIT REF. RANGE
free T4 *68.6 pmol/L (9.0 - 25.0)
TSH *<0.01> (0.40-4.70)
Thyroid Microsomal Ab *1:6400 <1:100
____________________________________________________________
Doctor said I cannot be pregnant from now til a year on medication. He will check on me regularly to determind if my health is suitable for pregancy. But I will still need to be on medication unless the illness is cure totally.
My uncle is also a thyroid patient. He has been taking medicine for years to control symptoms affecting his normal daily life.
I wish more people to know about this illness and realised it fast if you feel of the signs and symptoms.
Now, I've the following signs:
Fatigue
Mood swings (I often cry out of sudden)
Forgetfulness
Dry, coarse skin and hair (have rashes more easily den before)
Irritability/nervousness
Sleep disturbances (Can't sleep at time)
Muscle weakness/tremors
Enlarged thyroid (goiter)
Heat intolerance (I will get very breathless and dizzy when I feel warm)
Weight loss (loss 8kg in weight within 1months plus)
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THE THYROID
The influence of the thyroid gland is both far-reaching and critical to normal body function. It affects heart rate, cholesterol level, body weight, energy level, muscle strength, skin condition, vision, menstrual regularity, mental state and a host of other conditions. Despite its pervasive influence, however, the thyroid gland and its disorders are still not widely understood among the general public.
The thyroid is a butterfly shaped gland which wraps around the front part of the windpipe just below the Adam's apple. It produces hormones that regulate the body's metabolism and organ function.
Thyroid hormone influences essentially every organ, every tissue and every cell in the body.The most common thyroid disorder is an underactive thyroid, or hypothyroidism. This results when the thyroid fails to produce enough hormone.
Less frequently, an overactive thyroid condition, or hyperthyroidism, occurs when the thyroid produces more thyroid hormone than is needed. If properly treated, patients with thyroid disorders lead normal, active lives.
When left untreated, however, thyroid disorders can affect the patient's cardiovascular system, reproductive system and other major organs.
How the Thyroid Functions
The thyroid gland operates as part of a feedback mechanism involving the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland.
First, the hypothalamus sends a signal to the pituitary gland through a hormone called TRH (thyrotropin releasing hormone).
When the pituitary gland receives this signal, it releases TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) to the thyroid gland. Upon receiving TSH, the thyroid responds by releasing two of its own hormones, T4 and T3, which then enter the bloodstream and affect the metabolism of the heart, liver, muscle and other organs.
T4 is the main hormone released by the thyroid. T3 is made in the tissue after T4 to T3 conversion. Finally, the pituitary "monitors" the level of thyroid hormone in the blood and increases or decreases the amount of TSH released, which then changes the amount of thyroid hormone in the blood.
Signs and Symptoms
In the case of mild thyroid failure, patients often do not show obvious symptoms and thus may not even be aware of their condition. Left untreated, however, mild thyroid failure can progress to where symptoms begin to surface.
Symptoms of Hypothyroid
Some of the signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism include:
Fatigue
Hoarse voice
Mood swings
Difficulty swallowing
Forgetfulness
Intolerance to cold
Dry, coarse skin and hair
Detection and Diagnosis
Hypothyroidism may be difficult to detect because its often vague signs and symptoms are easily confused with other conditions, such as the natural aging process, menopause or stress. Many patients remain undiagnosed and untreated for years due to their lack of awareness of hypothyroidism and its signs and symptoms.
Fortunately, even mild hypothyroidism can be detected by a sensitive TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) test, which enables physicians to identify thyroid disorders much earlier than with previous tests. By detecting hypothyroidism in its early stages, physicians may administer treatment and prevent the onset of symptoms.
Treatment
The goal for treating hypothyroidism is to restore normal blood levels of thyroid hormone by replacing missing hormone. The treatment of choice for hypothyroidism involves supplementing the body's naturally produced hormone with a synthetic hormone tablet, levothyroxine sodium, which is generally taken for life.
After levothyroxine sodium therapy has been prescribed, periodic TSH tests are needed to monitor thyroid hormone levels. Because patient dosage requirements may change over time according to age, body weight, cardiovascular status and other diseases or medications, it is essential to monitor patients' medication needs on a regular basis.
Monitoring precise dosages effectively prevents recurrence of symptoms of hypothyroidism and prevents over-replacement, which can in turn lead to hyperthyroidism.Hypothyroid patients should not switch to different brands of levothyroxine sodium without consulting a physician.
Both the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) and the American Thyroid Association (ATA) have released clinical guidelines recommending that patients be retested and their dosages adjusted accordingly if they switch levothyroxine sodium products. AACE further advocates that physicians treat patients with the same brand of levothyroxine throughout their lifetime. There is no place for Armour Thyroid in therapy. Beware of pseudoscientific non-diseases such as Wilson's.
HYPERTHYROIDISM
Hyperthyroidism, a less common thyroid disorder, occurs when the thyroid gland becomes overactive and produces too much thyroid hormone.
It affects approximately one to two million Americans, and is more prevalent among women, particularly those in their 30s and 40s. The most common form of this disorder is Graves' disease, the illness that affected Olympic athlete Gail Devers and former First Lady Barbara Bush. The cause of Graves' disease is unknown.
Signs and Symptoms
The spectrum of possible signs and symptoms resulting from an overactive thyroid includes:
Symptoms of Hyperthyroid
Irritability/nervousness
Sleep disturbances
Muscle weakness/tremors
Enlarged thyroid (goiter)
Irregular menstrual periods
Heat intolerance
Weight loss
Vision problems or eye irritation
Treatment
Treatment of an overactive thyroid may be complex and requires a long-term care plan. Once diagnosis is confirmed, treatment involves reducing the amount of thyroid hormone produced by the gland.
Treatment methods for hyperthyroidism include antithyroid drug therapy, which blocks thyroid hormone production; radioactive iodine treatment, in which the overactive thyroid is disabled and reduced in size; and thyroid surgery to remove part or all of the gland, which is usually used to treat very young patients with Graves' disease and older patients with diseased thyroid glands.Radioactive iodine therapy is currently the treatment of choice in most cases in the United States.
Patients are given a dose of radioactive iodine that essentially "shuts down" thyroid hormone production. Normal hormone levels must often be restored through levothyroxine sodium tablets. These patients require careful lifetime management to ensure they are receiving the proper dosage of thyroid medication.Surgery is a good option for some, especially if a nodule is present that is suspicious of FNA.
TSH TESTING
A Johns Hopkins University study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association proposes routine testing for mild thyroid failure among the general adult population. It concluded that periodic screening men and women 35 and older at regular intervals is as cost-effective a health strategy as screening for more common medical conditions such as high cholesterol or high blood pressure.
In making this determination, the study involved the use of the test widely considered to provide the most accurate measure of thyroid gland activity the sensitive thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) test.In the past, doctors were unable to detect thyroid disorder until a patient's symptoms were fairly advanced.
With the sensitive TSH test, however, physicians are able to diagnose thyroid disorders at an earlier stage in many cases, even before patients begin to experience symptoms. TSH tests, due to their high degree of sensitivity, enable physicians to detect even slight abnormalities in thyroid function.
Early detection and treatment of thyroid disorder allows physicians to prevent the onset of disease symptoms and curb potential organ effects for their patients.Prior to the introduction of the TSH test, the standard blood tests for thyroid disorders measured the levels of thyroid hormones (T4 and T3) in the blood. Research showed, however, that these hormone levels could be within the normal range even when the thyroid was not functioning normally. The TSH test offers a marked advance by identifying the amount of thyroid-stimulating hormone produced by the pituitary gland, the organ that signals the thyroid gland to produce more or less T4 and T3 based on the body's need.
In effect, the TSH test takes advantage of the "wisdom" of the pituitary gland, the organ that first recognizes thyroid dysfunction, and therefore provide a more exact measure of thyroid failure.A TSH test is administered by drawing a small blood sample and sending it to a laboratory for analysis.
The laboratory will read the level of TSH, and based on a reported normal value range, it will determine whether the level is below normal (hyperthyroid), above normal (hypothyroid) or within the normal range (euthyroid).
People who believe they may have a thyroid disorder should ask their primary care physician or an endocrinologist to have their TSH level assessed. In support of this precise tool for measuring thyroid activity, the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists released clinical practice guidelines strongly advocating the use of TSH tests for diagnosing thyroid conditions.Beyond disease diagnosis, TSH tests play a critical role in helping physicians manage thyroid disorders.
In this capacity, TSH tests are used to determine precise medication treatment dosages for patients with hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, as well as to monitor changes in dosage requirements over time.
Beginning I tot, I could be pregnant.. seen doctor and he said he suspected too and it too early to know so he asked me go back weeks later.. But weeks later, my menses come and I confirmed it is not.
Weeks ago, mum saw my neck and said something is not right. I insisted I'm okay. So nothing is done.
Meet up with family last week. Auntie saw my neck and suspected I've been infected with the illness thyroid. Thus she asked me if I feel tired easily, if I've no strength.. which is yes.. I walk abit and I feel I can't walk anymore. I can't handle heavy stuffs..
My mum decided to bring me to the doctor and den blood test taken, yesterday the report is out and yes, doctor confirmed my condition and mentioned it is quite serious.
___________________________________________________________
My report of Thyroid Function:
RESULT UNIT REF. RANGE
free T4 *68.6 pmol/L (9.0 - 25.0)
TSH *<0.01> (0.40-4.70)
Thyroid Microsomal Ab *1:6400 <1:100
____________________________________________________________
Doctor said I cannot be pregnant from now til a year on medication. He will check on me regularly to determind if my health is suitable for pregancy. But I will still need to be on medication unless the illness is cure totally.
My uncle is also a thyroid patient. He has been taking medicine for years to control symptoms affecting his normal daily life.
I wish more people to know about this illness and realised it fast if you feel of the signs and symptoms.
Now, I've the following signs:
Fatigue
Mood swings (I often cry out of sudden)
Forgetfulness
Dry, coarse skin and hair (have rashes more easily den before)
Irritability/nervousness
Sleep disturbances (Can't sleep at time)
Muscle weakness/tremors
Enlarged thyroid (goiter)
Heat intolerance (I will get very breathless and dizzy when I feel warm)
Weight loss (loss 8kg in weight within 1months plus)
_________________________________________________________________
THE THYROID
The influence of the thyroid gland is both far-reaching and critical to normal body function. It affects heart rate, cholesterol level, body weight, energy level, muscle strength, skin condition, vision, menstrual regularity, mental state and a host of other conditions. Despite its pervasive influence, however, the thyroid gland and its disorders are still not widely understood among the general public.
The thyroid is a butterfly shaped gland which wraps around the front part of the windpipe just below the Adam's apple. It produces hormones that regulate the body's metabolism and organ function.
Thyroid hormone influences essentially every organ, every tissue and every cell in the body.The most common thyroid disorder is an underactive thyroid, or hypothyroidism. This results when the thyroid fails to produce enough hormone.
Less frequently, an overactive thyroid condition, or hyperthyroidism, occurs when the thyroid produces more thyroid hormone than is needed. If properly treated, patients with thyroid disorders lead normal, active lives.
When left untreated, however, thyroid disorders can affect the patient's cardiovascular system, reproductive system and other major organs.
How the Thyroid Functions
The thyroid gland operates as part of a feedback mechanism involving the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland.
First, the hypothalamus sends a signal to the pituitary gland through a hormone called TRH (thyrotropin releasing hormone).
When the pituitary gland receives this signal, it releases TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) to the thyroid gland. Upon receiving TSH, the thyroid responds by releasing two of its own hormones, T4 and T3, which then enter the bloodstream and affect the metabolism of the heart, liver, muscle and other organs.
T4 is the main hormone released by the thyroid. T3 is made in the tissue after T4 to T3 conversion. Finally, the pituitary "monitors" the level of thyroid hormone in the blood and increases or decreases the amount of TSH released, which then changes the amount of thyroid hormone in the blood.
Signs and Symptoms
In the case of mild thyroid failure, patients often do not show obvious symptoms and thus may not even be aware of their condition. Left untreated, however, mild thyroid failure can progress to where symptoms begin to surface.
Symptoms of Hypothyroid
Some of the signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism include:
Fatigue
Hoarse voice
Mood swings
Difficulty swallowing
Forgetfulness
Intolerance to cold
Dry, coarse skin and hair
Detection and Diagnosis
Hypothyroidism may be difficult to detect because its often vague signs and symptoms are easily confused with other conditions, such as the natural aging process, menopause or stress. Many patients remain undiagnosed and untreated for years due to their lack of awareness of hypothyroidism and its signs and symptoms.
Fortunately, even mild hypothyroidism can be detected by a sensitive TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) test, which enables physicians to identify thyroid disorders much earlier than with previous tests. By detecting hypothyroidism in its early stages, physicians may administer treatment and prevent the onset of symptoms.
Treatment
The goal for treating hypothyroidism is to restore normal blood levels of thyroid hormone by replacing missing hormone. The treatment of choice for hypothyroidism involves supplementing the body's naturally produced hormone with a synthetic hormone tablet, levothyroxine sodium, which is generally taken for life.
After levothyroxine sodium therapy has been prescribed, periodic TSH tests are needed to monitor thyroid hormone levels. Because patient dosage requirements may change over time according to age, body weight, cardiovascular status and other diseases or medications, it is essential to monitor patients' medication needs on a regular basis.
Monitoring precise dosages effectively prevents recurrence of symptoms of hypothyroidism and prevents over-replacement, which can in turn lead to hyperthyroidism.Hypothyroid patients should not switch to different brands of levothyroxine sodium without consulting a physician.
Both the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) and the American Thyroid Association (ATA) have released clinical guidelines recommending that patients be retested and their dosages adjusted accordingly if they switch levothyroxine sodium products. AACE further advocates that physicians treat patients with the same brand of levothyroxine throughout their lifetime. There is no place for Armour Thyroid in therapy. Beware of pseudoscientific non-diseases such as Wilson's.
HYPERTHYROIDISM
Hyperthyroidism, a less common thyroid disorder, occurs when the thyroid gland becomes overactive and produces too much thyroid hormone.
It affects approximately one to two million Americans, and is more prevalent among women, particularly those in their 30s and 40s. The most common form of this disorder is Graves' disease, the illness that affected Olympic athlete Gail Devers and former First Lady Barbara Bush. The cause of Graves' disease is unknown.
Signs and Symptoms
The spectrum of possible signs and symptoms resulting from an overactive thyroid includes:
Symptoms of Hyperthyroid
Irritability/nervousness
Sleep disturbances
Muscle weakness/tremors
Enlarged thyroid (goiter)
Irregular menstrual periods
Heat intolerance
Weight loss
Vision problems or eye irritation
Treatment
Treatment of an overactive thyroid may be complex and requires a long-term care plan. Once diagnosis is confirmed, treatment involves reducing the amount of thyroid hormone produced by the gland.
Treatment methods for hyperthyroidism include antithyroid drug therapy, which blocks thyroid hormone production; radioactive iodine treatment, in which the overactive thyroid is disabled and reduced in size; and thyroid surgery to remove part or all of the gland, which is usually used to treat very young patients with Graves' disease and older patients with diseased thyroid glands.Radioactive iodine therapy is currently the treatment of choice in most cases in the United States.
Patients are given a dose of radioactive iodine that essentially "shuts down" thyroid hormone production. Normal hormone levels must often be restored through levothyroxine sodium tablets. These patients require careful lifetime management to ensure they are receiving the proper dosage of thyroid medication.Surgery is a good option for some, especially if a nodule is present that is suspicious of FNA.
TSH TESTING
A Johns Hopkins University study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association proposes routine testing for mild thyroid failure among the general adult population. It concluded that periodic screening men and women 35 and older at regular intervals is as cost-effective a health strategy as screening for more common medical conditions such as high cholesterol or high blood pressure.
In making this determination, the study involved the use of the test widely considered to provide the most accurate measure of thyroid gland activity the sensitive thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) test.In the past, doctors were unable to detect thyroid disorder until a patient's symptoms were fairly advanced.
With the sensitive TSH test, however, physicians are able to diagnose thyroid disorders at an earlier stage in many cases, even before patients begin to experience symptoms. TSH tests, due to their high degree of sensitivity, enable physicians to detect even slight abnormalities in thyroid function.
Early detection and treatment of thyroid disorder allows physicians to prevent the onset of disease symptoms and curb potential organ effects for their patients.Prior to the introduction of the TSH test, the standard blood tests for thyroid disorders measured the levels of thyroid hormones (T4 and T3) in the blood. Research showed, however, that these hormone levels could be within the normal range even when the thyroid was not functioning normally. The TSH test offers a marked advance by identifying the amount of thyroid-stimulating hormone produced by the pituitary gland, the organ that signals the thyroid gland to produce more or less T4 and T3 based on the body's need.
In effect, the TSH test takes advantage of the "wisdom" of the pituitary gland, the organ that first recognizes thyroid dysfunction, and therefore provide a more exact measure of thyroid failure.A TSH test is administered by drawing a small blood sample and sending it to a laboratory for analysis.
The laboratory will read the level of TSH, and based on a reported normal value range, it will determine whether the level is below normal (hyperthyroid), above normal (hypothyroid) or within the normal range (euthyroid).
People who believe they may have a thyroid disorder should ask their primary care physician or an endocrinologist to have their TSH level assessed. In support of this precise tool for measuring thyroid activity, the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists released clinical practice guidelines strongly advocating the use of TSH tests for diagnosing thyroid conditions.Beyond disease diagnosis, TSH tests play a critical role in helping physicians manage thyroid disorders.
In this capacity, TSH tests are used to determine precise medication treatment dosages for patients with hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, as well as to monitor changes in dosage requirements over time.
Friday, May 25, 2007
Resignation Letter
I really did think properly and realised: -
1. I've nothing to make me come work
2. I really do not like the management
3. Pay is low for the job scope given
4. No job Prospect
5. Colleagues left one by one
I guess its enuff to actually hand in my resignation letter today, and late day will be 22nd June..
Hopefully the new job will come in to be good or... I continue to find a better prospect job..
Although I've been here for quite a short period, '05 to present til now..
But the heart somehow left, long ago..
No matter what, wish my boss all the best!~
1. I've nothing to make me come work
2. I really do not like the management
3. Pay is low for the job scope given
4. No job Prospect
5. Colleagues left one by one
I guess its enuff to actually hand in my resignation letter today, and late day will be 22nd June..
Hopefully the new job will come in to be good or... I continue to find a better prospect job..
Although I've been here for quite a short period, '05 to present til now..
But the heart somehow left, long ago..
No matter what, wish my boss all the best!~
Tuesday, May 22, 2007
Granny Wong's Bird-Dae~
dated 18.05.07/. My Granny wong last day service @ my company, bird-day tml..whereby we spent our nite at Marina Square Ktv!
Small Mr. Ngu...
Stupid ah ma....
Trying to dance...
Colleagues are fun!!!
My ai ren...
Hahaha...guess what, we're going to strip him!!
With me helping of coz...
Forcing a kiss.....
And act cute...........
and continues....
and go on....
Great Nite Out with ex-schmates!
Were really happily chatting about our old times..and these 2 ladies in the middle seem to forgot everything about "school life"..
Buddy & Boonboon, where I realised I never took any photo with buddy ley..wasted!
This is nurjaez.. heez.. Jasmine aka Nur..
Jas & Jos (Old times super good friends)
This is the windbreaker lady we are chatting about for a moment..
Congrats, Boon @ rom. 07.07.07
Well, we should have such outings often..really miss the old time together..
Buddy & Boonboon, where I realised I never took any photo with buddy ley..wasted!
This is nurjaez.. heez.. Jasmine aka Nur..
Jas & Jos (Old times super good friends)
This is the windbreaker lady we are chatting about for a moment..
Congrats, Boon @ rom. 07.07.07
Well, we should have such outings often..really miss the old time together..
Hong Kah Secondary School Rox!
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