My TB Test

The two step TB Test is required for my placement (OJT). To be considered clear of the virus, the result should be from 0-9mm bump.

First step: October 17; reading: October 19; left arm
Result: 5mm bump (not good-chances of having a latent(not active) TB)

Second step: October 31; reading: November 2; right arm
Result: 14mm bump (positive TB; chest x-ray needed to confirm condition)

My x-ray result will be released in two days max. Dr. Rajesan will call asap if immediate action should be taken.

Not to worry because it is not infectious. The doctor just needs to know if it has a chance to get serious. I'll still be able to do the placement. :)

I thank God that my family and friends were there and they cared a lot. I also thank Him that it's nothing serious. And because of this, I remembered when I was working for Public Outreach-a fundraising organization for the Because I Am A Girl Campaign. We were in downtown Hamilton that time and are trying to stop people to talk to us.
Me: (talking to a male in his 30s) Hello! How's your day?
Guy: (while passing by) Great! I just found out I have a deadly cancer!
Me: :|

It is sad to know that, every day, people are discovering that they are sick. Mine's not as bad as his. It amazed me to remember that he still has the strength to smile.

So just smile and cherish every moment with loved ones, everyone!

TIFF

The Scotiabank Theatre

Looking up from the lobby

TIFF stands for Toronto International Film Festival.  This September 2011 festival was my first time volunteering with TIFF. I can say that it has been a good experience for me. Though I wasn't able to attend the complimentary volunteer party for the celebration the end of the festival and the job well done by volunteers (they say we play a very important role), I am glad to be able to meet a few people.

With Pam ;)

A complimentary voucher (means free movie from the festival) was given every after shift. After my last shift, I went for a snack while I got surprised with Pam's call. She was, at that time, outside the theatre. I rushed back to the street where she's at excited that she might want to see a movie. Then so it happened! We exchanged the voucher for a ticket and watched a thriller film called Intruders. As the scary scene plays, Pam covered her face with her hand (she's makes me nervous that way too). ;))
The movie has a good story plot. I focused on how much the main characters (a family) love each other.

After the movie, Pam and I went to Chapters (bookstore and a coffee shop at some point). I told her how interested I am at the seven-year pen. Just today (three days after), she handed me the pen! THE EXACT COLOUR AND DESIGN THAT I WANTED!!! I am super and to the max thankful for the pen! Gosh isn't she sweet and surprising? She said, "This pen better last 7 years. Thanks for the vouchers. <3 Pam <3"

The Mystery of the Moon

I have always been a fan of the moon. Though I seriously don't know why, my admiration for it keeps growing every moment I see it -especially in its full phase. There's something about it. There is something that soothes my anger whenever I'm mad; there is something that cheers me up whenever I'm sad.