-Annaeus Seneca
jdb, you have been like a second father to me. i hope for you the strength to recover so that you can continue to joke, laugh, teach, understand us, and bring joy into our lives. it is obvious why so many people love you and are holding their breaths for you to walk out the hospital doors - you have done nothing but love others.
i stand in awe of those who suffer so much but never complain.
be kind - you simply do not know what other people are going through. simple kindergarten etiquette: treat others how you would like to be treated.
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Autoantibodies to thyroglobulin results in Hashimoto's thyroiditis
English word of the day: slaver = to slobber or to drool
French word of the day: enquêter = investigator
Spanish word of the day: el/la abuelo/a = grandfather/mother
(courtesy of my iGoogle gadgets)
There have been a few instances when I am with two other people and I notice that one is trying to tell the other person something, but he or she isn't listening. I only notice because I am aware of the information that is trying to be communicated.
It is often quietly said. It is often subtly conveyed. People want to open up to you and will if you let them.
I took a walk down S. Main St today and this kind elderly couple let me pass. As they drove by, they wished me good luck on my test because they noticed my flashcards in hand. I love small town life.
I somehow had all the ingredients to make this: http://www.chinese-food-delight.com/sweet-potato-soup-recipe.html -- I feel it is a good elixir to have whilst studying.
French word of the day: enquêter = investigator
Spanish word of the day: el/la abuelo/a = grandfather/mother
(courtesy of my iGoogle gadgets)
There have been a few instances when I am with two other people and I notice that one is trying to tell the other person something, but he or she isn't listening. I only notice because I am aware of the information that is trying to be communicated.
It is often quietly said. It is often subtly conveyed. People want to open up to you and will if you let them.
I took a walk down S. Main St today and this kind elderly couple let me pass. As they drove by, they wished me good luck on my test because they noticed my flashcards in hand. I love small town life.
I somehow had all the ingredients to make this: http://www.chinese-food-delight.com/sweet-potato-soup-recipe.html -- I feel it is a good elixir to have whilst studying.
Thursday, May 19, 2011
"say you'll be there"
-spice girls
i think they said it best. all one really needs is patience and constancy.
despite whatever i say or do (within reasonable limits), i need to feel like i'm not being judged and that you'll be there through those rougher times. you don't need to be oprah, but i'll appreciate the acknowledgement.
actually, during my last preceptor visit today, i had spent 45 minutes with a patient who started off our interaction with: i don't want to be here. and with all her bad experiences with doctors and hospitals - i simply listened (i'm a first year, what else can i do?). at the very end she actually felt heard. she even thanked me for coming in to talk to her. it was really amazing to be reminded why i'm doing this.
next recipe i'm thinking about putting together: baked curry carrot latkes
2 lbs shredded potatoes (it's therapeutic to grate it and squeeze the excess liquid out), a few shredded carrots, 2 eggs, salt, pepper, curry powder, 1/4 cup of cornstarch, 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
preheat oven to 425, mix all the ingredients together, plop them on greased baking sheet, cook for 15 minutes and then turn them over for another 15 or so. i know it's taboo, but i really like it with ketchup. i bet plain yogurt or sour cream would be good, too.
i think they said it best. all one really needs is patience and constancy.
despite whatever i say or do (within reasonable limits), i need to feel like i'm not being judged and that you'll be there through those rougher times. you don't need to be oprah, but i'll appreciate the acknowledgement.
actually, during my last preceptor visit today, i had spent 45 minutes with a patient who started off our interaction with: i don't want to be here. and with all her bad experiences with doctors and hospitals - i simply listened (i'm a first year, what else can i do?). at the very end she actually felt heard. she even thanked me for coming in to talk to her. it was really amazing to be reminded why i'm doing this.
next recipe i'm thinking about putting together: baked curry carrot latkes
2 lbs shredded potatoes (it's therapeutic to grate it and squeeze the excess liquid out), a few shredded carrots, 2 eggs, salt, pepper, curry powder, 1/4 cup of cornstarch, 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
preheat oven to 425, mix all the ingredients together, plop them on greased baking sheet, cook for 15 minutes and then turn them over for another 15 or so. i know it's taboo, but i really like it with ketchup. i bet plain yogurt or sour cream would be good, too.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
"i'm keeping my head in the clouds...
... and it's not so tragic if i don't look down."
-La Roux
sometimes i find solace that the sky seems to feel the way i do.
as well as:
yoga sessions that work me out,
big hugs from certain people,
phone calls with meera on walks home or savita shadily in stairwells,
study sessions with menaka and ashley,
and walks with ice cream and people like beth
:)
-La Roux
sometimes i find solace that the sky seems to feel the way i do.
as well as:
yoga sessions that work me out,
big hugs from certain people,
phone calls with meera on walks home or savita shadily in stairwells,
study sessions with menaka and ashley,
and walks with ice cream and people like beth
:)
Sunday, May 15, 2011
currently listening to penguin cafe orchestra...
[friday night] shabbat 400 dinner with surprise guest, sarah drew of grey's anatomy fame was pretty neat, and the food was fantastic. the company was lovely as i sat with thomas, david, nick, allie, and marco. it was a very welcoming and delicious experience.
[yesterday] was spectacular. finally went grocery shopping for the first time in many weeks. then studied until dinner - mexican casserole with beans, corn, cheese, tomatoes, salsa, sour cream... and chips and salsa. guac. exotic vegetable chips (my favorite ones are the sweet potato chips). chocolate chip cookies with frozen almonds and expresso ice cream. i'll be going to the gym tomorrow...
the company was wonderful - we laughed until our stomachs hurt.
then on the way out, instead of running in the rain, i was picked up at the door. chivalry is absolutely alive and well.
[today] was rainy. i woke up and baked latkes for my housemate, thomas, and my breakfast. he made scrambled eggs and we split a blueberry bagel. the latke was so good, especially with applesauce. then i baked granola bars with oatmeal, soymilk, raisins, peanut butter and an egg. it was pretty good - too bad i didn't have chocolate chips though, they would have made the recipe perfect. erin picked me up for lunch at umpleby's and we chatted about all sorts of things. i got dropped off at the gym and ran in my usual sun-lit corner. i walked home in the rain - there was a magical component to it.
[yesterday] was spectacular. finally went grocery shopping for the first time in many weeks. then studied until dinner - mexican casserole with beans, corn, cheese, tomatoes, salsa, sour cream... and chips and salsa. guac. exotic vegetable chips (my favorite ones are the sweet potato chips). chocolate chip cookies with frozen almonds and expresso ice cream. i'll be going to the gym tomorrow...
the company was wonderful - we laughed until our stomachs hurt.
then on the way out, instead of running in the rain, i was picked up at the door. chivalry is absolutely alive and well.
[today] was rainy. i woke up and baked latkes for my housemate, thomas, and my breakfast. he made scrambled eggs and we split a blueberry bagel. the latke was so good, especially with applesauce. then i baked granola bars with oatmeal, soymilk, raisins, peanut butter and an egg. it was pretty good - too bad i didn't have chocolate chips though, they would have made the recipe perfect. erin picked me up for lunch at umpleby's and we chatted about all sorts of things. i got dropped off at the gym and ran in my usual sun-lit corner. i walked home in the rain - there was a magical component to it.
Friday, May 13, 2011
i can't say that...
...i am content anywhere. i need sun and the ocean near me. with british accents preferably. sometimes people need to be in the right environment to shine - i can understand that.
...i can always get along with everyone. i wish i could (or at least not wear my emotions so readily on my face).
...you have a bad attitude. you might simply be having a bad day.
...i will always be in a good mood. please excuse me - and i will certainly understand when you need space.
...i could ever cheat because i will never be with someone just to be with them. i wouldn't want anyone else.
...you're close-minded because you're "too" religious or republican or liberal. i've met people who were but just as many who were not.
...your intentions are good enough. actions speak louder than words. if you want to, why don't you? what's the worst that can happen - especially if the worst is already happening: nothing. at least you would know.
...i expect you to be perfect. because no one is.
...i can always get along with everyone. i wish i could (or at least not wear my emotions so readily on my face).
...you have a bad attitude. you might simply be having a bad day.
...i will always be in a good mood. please excuse me - and i will certainly understand when you need space.
...i could ever cheat because i will never be with someone just to be with them. i wouldn't want anyone else.
...you're close-minded because you're "too" religious or republican or liberal. i've met people who were but just as many who were not.
...your intentions are good enough. actions speak louder than words. if you want to, why don't you? what's the worst that can happen - especially if the worst is already happening: nothing. at least you would know.
...i expect you to be perfect. because no one is.
Saturday, May 7, 2011
"Have a heart that never hardens, a temper that never tires, a touch that never hurts."
-Charles Dickens
Unconditional love is such a privilege. I used to think that my mom loves me because she must, but that is not true at all. She has an amazing heart with tremendous patience. I do not know if even I could have handled me during my teenage years.
To go through everything she has gone through and still have such optimism and love every day is inspiring. I am sure there are people with better or unfortunately, worse, parental relationships, but I hope you show appreciation to your mom on Mother's Day tomorrow.
Unconditional love is such a privilege. I used to think that my mom loves me because she must, but that is not true at all. She has an amazing heart with tremendous patience. I do not know if even I could have handled me during my teenage years.
To go through everything she has gone through and still have such optimism and love every day is inspiring. I am sure there are people with better or unfortunately, worse, parental relationships, but I hope you show appreciation to your mom on Mother's Day tomorrow.
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