What a run!

My younger sister asked me last night, "What do you like about taking part in runs? Isn't it always the same route?"

My reply? No, its the company and the feeling of satisfaction when you cross the finishing line, waiting to gulp down a can of ICE, COLD 100Plus. As simple as that. Of course, Sophie will add, "And the medal!" Really, running pushes one's perseverance during a race. Every race that I run is different, although most runs usually happen around the CBD area. Elements such as road conditions, weather, number of water points, route markers, number of slopes, etc and make or break a race. It helps that Soph is great running partner and I cannot ask for more!

Nevertheless, I found myself asking this question when I woke up this morning, "Why on earth did I sign up for the Safra/ Bay run?" Knowing that there will more guy runners than women (think sweaty, smelly BO) and the thought of having to brush against sweaty bods, irks me. The race was good despite the lack of training, with more walking than usual but managing to finish within our targeted time.

However, I was pushed to the limit when Soph and I decided to collect the race pack for the Nike Humanrace happening next Sunday. It was a 3 1/2 hour wait and the queue snaked like nobody's business. All I want to do now is to recuperate my tired aching legs - no, not from running but from the 3 1/2 hours of queuing and standing. Its worst than shopping.


Looking satisfied after the race.

Birthdays

As I celebrated my birthday yesterday, I stopped to ponder and wonder whether I have grown another year older (definitely! The numbers don't seem to stop getting bigger!) and wiser (Hmm?!).

This year has indeed been a steep learning curve for me as I take that big step and enter into the working world. Learning to see cases on my own, making my own clinical judgment, forging new friendships, learning to work alongside with every one else on the team and of course, continuing to improve my clinical knowledge.

I reckon, the best present that I can ever receive is the genuine love that I receive from my Daddy God, my family and close friends. Seriously, I'm over that stage about the number of birthday present(s) that I will receive (although its nice to receive present(s)!). A simple phonecall, text/ facebook message or a handshake/hug is enough to bring a smile to my face. Besides, only people close to you will remember your birthday right?

Thanks to everyone who remembered my special day and kudos Soph, for the decade of friendship and counting! There has never been a dull moment whenever time is spent with you. Gatzoya!

Your Personality Type: The Social Realist

Blog-hopped to Soph's and decided to try this out!

Your Personality Type: The Social Realist

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How timely! Fresh Grace every day

I have been feeling rather depressed, stressed and tired for the entire working day. When I opened my inbox just 5 minutes ago, this Daily Devotional, which I have been subscribing, seem so timely. It is as though God is reading my mind. Amen!

Fresh Grace Every Day

Matthew 6:34
34Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.

I am concerned about the big business deal that I have to close tomorrow.” “I am worried about tomorrow’s job interview.” “My medical test results will be out tomorrow. I am afraid it won’t be good.”

God does not want you to worry about tomorrow. He wants you to know that He gives you all the help you need for today, and when tomorrow comes, so will fresh help from Him.

This is God’s principle even in the Old Testament. When the children of Israel were in the desert, God gave them fresh manna from heaven every morning. (Exodus 16:13–16, 31) They did not have to worry about tomorrow because when tomorrow came, there was fresh manna again. He was their provision every day.

Today, God’s manna is the grace He gives you every day. If you are worried about a situation tomorrow, know that there will be sufficient grace for that situation when it comes. God wants you to simply rest in His ability to heal, deliver, protect and provide for you every day.

In the Old Testament, when the armies of Moab and Ammon came against King Jehoshaphat, God told the anxious king, “Do not be afraid nor dismayed… for the battle is not yours, but God’s… You will not need to fight in this battle… stand still and see the salvation of the Lord…” (2 Chronicles 20:15–17)

When the next morning came, King Jehoshaphat saw how God caused such confusion to come upon his enemies’ camp that it brought about their own slaughter. Amid all that fighting in the enemy camp, God’s people merely stood still and saw Him fight the battle for them just as He had promised.

My friend, when you see a problem looming in your tomorrow, don’t be afraid or dismayed. Look to the Lord, and see His grace and salvation deliver you.

God wants you to live a stress-free life, not one filled with worries about tomorrow’s problems. When tomorrow comes, His grace will be there for you as your help, protection, favor and enabling!

© Copyright Joseph Prince, 2006. All rights reserved. New Creation Church.

Disintegration of slow team members

WARNING: This post contains some vulgar signs. Proceed at own risk!!


That's all of us!

First, it was good-bye Val, followed by Angela. Oh dear! With 2 dietitians gone within a span of 2 months, its gonna be extra workload for those remaining. It does not help matters that the new dietitian will only be coming in late October.

Nevertheless, here's wishing Val- all the best in her studies as a doctor and Angela - all the best for your future endeavours.


That's my mentor!

Goodbye, Kernel Val!

Bye Angela!
The idea is all thanks to Alvin!

Letter of Confirmation

Dear Ms Joanna

CONFIRMATION

We are pleased to confirm you appointment as a Dietitian with effect from 09 July 2008.

My boss walked into the dietitans' area and told me that I had a letter. I gave her a question-marked look, looking alittle bit worried. When she mouthed the words - confirmation letter, my shoulders lightened and I heaved a sigh of relief.

This letter did not come as a surprise since I received a rather reasonable appraisal. So, yes, I'm now a confirmed dietitian and have been providing dietary advice to the community of the east for coming now to 8 months.

Ps: I don't understand why people like to broach the topic of weight loss whenever I introduced myself as a dietitian.