My husband and I were 30 minutes early for our 9am appointment at the Immunology Unit, PGH. We were accommodated, nonetheless, by their friendly staff. They filled 12 test tubes with Kristian's blood, which will be processed to be able to get the white blood cells which will later be injected to me. We were asked to come back at 12nn. We stayed at a nearby Jollibee and were able to read almost all of the editorials of the Philippine Star. Then we went to an internet shop right next to Jollibee, and accessed facebook and checked my emails. I was nervous when we went back to PGH. Dra. Lara Aleta came, and I was her first patient. She warned me that it will hurt a little and that there might be discomfort afterwards, and I can expect rashes, more pain and itching. And it did hurt. She had to do it in 2 areas of my left arm since she had to inject all the contents of the small vial. But she was good. It was kinda quick. She put bandage around the wounds after covering them with a clean cotton. She told me not to wet the area for 3 days. I should also not expose it to sunlight. After the procedure we bought some DVDs since it will be a long weekend, Friday being Ninoy Aquuino day. It's been almost 8 hours since the LIT. I feel fine. Except for the discomforts that I have been warned to expect. The area feels hot, and painful and itcy at the same time. I still have 3 more sessions to go. I really pray that all this pain, effort and money will have a beautiful outcome - a safe pregnancy and a healthy baby. :)
August 20, 2009
August 15, 2009
On Giving and Taking
When are you supposed to draw the line between giving and taking? People say that when you give, you should not count nor expect anything in return. But then it can get nakakapagod at times, especially when you feel that what you are doing doesn't even get noticed, much less appreciated. Nakakapagod when you think you deserve a little reward but then it's not given your way, or if it is, people limit them to just too little. Nakakapagod when after getting your little share of reward, someone takes over and get much more than what you thought you've earned for your efforts. And when you speak up, they take it against you. And give you the silent treatment, the cold war. And then you ask yourself, do I deserve any of this? But then you know you don't. Because you've given your best and you're just getting your little reward, just little, not too much. Life!
The Week After
It's been a week since my last day at work. A lot of things happened in between that last day and now. It was Thursday. And it was a stormy Thursday. Now, traces of the storm seemed to be all gone. I was able to process my clearance, had a good talk with my boss and had a chance to see some friends at work. Had my hair rebonded - nice! I also had a phone interview a week after that stormy Thursday, with a potential employer, another multinational company, but no longer a hard core call center/BPO. I met with a former senior colleague prior to the phone interview, as he was the one who offered the opening to me. The job sounds interesting - normal nine-to-five hours, focused area of specialization, and a reputable US based company.
I was able able to what I've always wanted to do - whip up really good meals, not the usual ulams hubby and I have on the table, but special ones. In the afternoon, my kitty, Tweety and I take our siesta. Then some cleaning and organizing on the side. Of course, I have more time to watch the TV now, so the cable bill gets utilized well.. Hehe. I still have a lot of things in my mind that I want to do while the new job starts. I want to study make-up, do some hard core blogging (my other blog), bake, get to level 34 on farm town, really clean and organize our apartment, give away stuff that we don't use or need anymore, organize our files on the computer, create new playlists on my music player, catch up on the movies I've missed and run a DVD marathon, watch Princess Hours again on DVD, read the Twilight saga once more, read more books - new ones, learn more about running a business, design more stuff for our upcoming business - all of those on top of our LIT sessions. See, I'm a busy woman. Now I'm currently CEO of the household. Beat that!
It wasn't as hard as I thought. I was able to go through the first week just fine. No regrets. I'm looking forward to a really brighter future.
August 6, 2009
Closing Time
It was so unexpected. I thought I still had a week left. But then a brief and unbelievable conversation ended my 64-month tenure. Who says life is fair? My first day at Convergys was a Thursday. It was April 15, 2004. Who would've thought my last day will also be on a Thursday? Anyway... Here's the last email that I sent to let everyone know that I was leaving..
It was a good 5 years overall. There were a lot of good times to look back on. There were also a lot of bumps and bruises. But I am thankful for the experience and the friends I have gained. Convergys will forever be part of my life. I believe I was able to contribute to its growth , as much as I have become a better HR professional, through the years. I also hope that I was able to touch the lives of as many people as I could.
But sadly, times could really get so tough. And with my experience these past few months, it taught me some lessons that I would forever remember.
1. People judge by perception. You don't have to explain yourself to people who like you; but to those who don't, no matter what you say and do, they will never listen and care.
2. You will only know your true friends when you are faced with a very difficult situation.
3. If it doesn't work the first time, try again. If it still doesn't work, QUIT. Do not wait, just quit and move on.
4. Trust your instincts.
5. There are still a lot of people who, even if they are not always visible, care for you and love you, and you will miss them and they will miss you when you're gone. And it doesn't have to end there. Thanks to facebook! :-)
I wanted to take a moment to let you know that today is my last day at Convergys.
The last five years has been quite a journey. I was a witness to the tremendous growth of Convergys and the HR team: people who have come and gone, people who stayed, process improvements, manual to online, new policies and systems, etc. Through the years, I have learned a lot of things and have been acquainted with wonderful people who have helped me grow as a professional and as a person.
Yet difficult decisions have to be made in certain circumstances. New journeys have to be taken as we seek what we truly need. Personal endeavors would sometimes call for us to move on.
With this, let me express my heartfelt appreciation for all the support, understanding and friendship that you have generously given me. I hope that the positive associations I have made in this organization will not end with my tenure.
My very best wishes for the future go out to each and every one of you.
All the best to the CPS HR Team and Convergys :-)
The last five years has been quite a journey. I was a witness to the tremendous growth of Convergys and the HR team: people who have come and gone, people who stayed, process improvements, manual to online, new policies and systems, etc. Through the years, I have learned a lot of things and have been acquainted with wonderful people who have helped me grow as a professional and as a person.
Yet difficult decisions have to be made in certain circumstances. New journeys have to be taken as we seek what we truly need. Personal endeavors would sometimes call for us to move on.
With this, let me express my heartfelt appreciation for all the support, understanding and friendship that you have generously given me. I hope that the positive associations I have made in this organization will not end with my tenure.
My very best wishes for the future go out to each and every one of you.
All the best to the CPS HR Team and Convergys :-)
It was a good 5 years overall. There were a lot of good times to look back on. There were also a lot of bumps and bruises. But I am thankful for the experience and the friends I have gained. Convergys will forever be part of my life. I believe I was able to contribute to its growth , as much as I have become a better HR professional, through the years. I also hope that I was able to touch the lives of as many people as I could.
But sadly, times could really get so tough. And with my experience these past few months, it taught me some lessons that I would forever remember.
1. People judge by perception. You don't have to explain yourself to people who like you; but to those who don't, no matter what you say and do, they will never listen and care.
2. You will only know your true friends when you are faced with a very difficult situation.
3. If it doesn't work the first time, try again. If it still doesn't work, QUIT. Do not wait, just quit and move on.
4. Trust your instincts.
5. There are still a lot of people who, even if they are not always visible, care for you and love you, and you will miss them and they will miss you when you're gone. And it doesn't have to end there. Thanks to facebook! :-)
August 1, 2009
Paalam, Tita Cory
I woke up this morning hearing the news that Former President Corazon Aquino passed away at 3:18AM. My mom's radio was tuned in to an AM station. Somehow, it was as if someone close to me or my family passed away. But then on the brighter side, the pain that was caused by her illness has ended and now she joins her creator in heaven.
The nation mourns her passing. She was the brave woman who fought for Philippine democracy, at the time when it seemed impossible. Now, she will be reunited with her husband Ninoy.
Tita Cory lived a full life. She was well educated, had a happy family life, became President and has touched the lives of many. She had a strong faith in God. And an epitome of true grace under pressure.
Life indeed is short. Tita Cory had no regrets in the way she lived her life. She was so blessed and she made good use of these blessings. She was well loved. Hundreds if not thousands offered prayers for her. I wish I would be able to live a full life too, I wish I would always be reminded of how blessed I am, I wish that when the time comes for me to say goodbye, people would also remember me with kind words and fond memories.
Here's a song that's been playing on the AM radio today. It was actually written by Ninoy Aquino for his beloved wife, which was sung by Jose Mari Chan years after. You can see that they really loved each other. Tita Cory was lucky to have a husband who loved and appreciated her so much.
I have fallen in love
With the same woman three times
In a day spanning nineteen years
Of tearful joys and joyful tears.
I loved her first when she was young
Enchanting and vibrant, eternally new
She was brilliant, fragrant and cool
As the morning dew.
I fell in love with her the second time
When first she bore her child and mine
Always by my side, the source of my strength
Helping to turn the tide.
But there were candles to burn
The world was my concern
While our home was her domain
And the people were mine
While the children were hers to maintain.
So it was in those eighteen years and a day
Till I was detained
Forced in prison to stay.
Suddenly she’s our sole support
Source of comfort
Our wellspring of hope
On her shoulders fell the burden of life.
I fell in love again
With the same woman the third time
Looming from the battle
Her courage will never fade.
Amidst the hardships she has remained
Undaunted and unafraid
She is calm, composed
She is God’s lovely maid.
Constant Change
We're on the road
We move from place to place
And oftentimes when I'm about to call it home
We'd have to move along
Life is a constant change...
The friends we know we meet along the way
Too soon the times we share form part of yesterday
'Cause life's a constant change
And nothing stays the same, oh no
Clouds that move across the skies
Are changing form before our very eyes
Why couldn't we keep time from movin' on?
Hold on to all the years before this moment's gone?
Why must we live the days at such a frightening pace?
We're all like clouds that move across the skies
And changing form before our very eyes
Have we outgrown our Peter Pans and wings?
We've simply grown too old for tales of knights and kings
'Cause life's a constant change
And nothing stays the same, oh no
ayan na naiiyak na ko...
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We move from place to place
And oftentimes when I'm about to call it home
We'd have to move along
Life is a constant change...
The friends we know we meet along the way
Too soon the times we share form part of yesterday
'Cause life's a constant change
And nothing stays the same, oh no
Clouds that move across the skies
Are changing form before our very eyes
Why couldn't we keep time from movin' on?
Hold on to all the years before this moment's gone?
Why must we live the days at such a frightening pace?
We're all like clouds that move across the skies
And changing form before our very eyes
Have we outgrown our Peter Pans and wings?
We've simply grown too old for tales of knights and kings
'Cause life's a constant change
And nothing stays the same, oh no
ayan na naiiyak na ko...
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