Temptations & Ambitions

9 months since my last post. I guess much had happened since then, I had so much to tell, and the more than the occasional in between drafts that got abandoned as I was too tired to complete. There's fairly enough typing done in the hospital's computerized documentation that I guess I would rather rest my fingers at home. So here's some random keynote that occurred in my life by then.

1. Completed my housemanship of 2 years duration. I had never doubted my competency to finish it in time, but I am always having reservation because of the luck factor. Some things can go really wrong even if you'd done everything right, and sometimes Lady Luck even favors some who were really incompetent HO to go through all postings smoothly. Luck can be really cruel. But nevertheless, I am now officially a Medical Officer with no qualms and with a proper licence to kill heal. 

2. My wife is pregnant (Gloating at my own ability). Our family planning enters phase two. We are trying hard to get twenty one. Or hardly trying. They say newlyweds tend to hit jackpot in the first year, but those who defer, may have a harder time instead. Maybe it is because of occupational hazard and probably the vast variety of entertainment in the world. Which is why the poor tend to have more babies, because they have no Facebook, Astro, cinema, etc.Or places up north where there are so lacking in entertainment that it's either religion or sex that I've always hear from those states. Oh, add in politics as it becomes a trio.

3. Went to Kuching for end of housemanship holiday. Planned for Paris but wifey couldn't find her passport. In that short amount of time, there is no time to replace one, so opt for a luxury trip in Kuching. Pullman hotel in Kuching had one of the best modern rooms which I would really give a 5-star ratings. Went for a Kayak trip for RM 200 per person and got its money's worth. 11km going down the river in 4 hours, enjoying the nature and cooling river, amidst the worries of sunburn, fatigue and the possibility of tropical infection of Leptospirosis or Meliodosis. The whole trip including the flight tickets costs Rm 2,000+, but still cheaper than the would have been Paris trip which would add another zero behind the figures. So, I'm still saving a hefty figure from NOT going to Paris. Lol!

4. I got my Xperia Tablet Z for my birthday, thanks to my parents and wifey. Splashproof, scratchproof, and ultra light for a 10 inch tablet. Loving it so much that I really tried bringing it to the bathtub while in Pullman hotel, Kuching, and also during my occasional showers while reading manga. Just to test out the function of the practically waterproof machine. For the time being, it is only used for my entertainment purpose and the occasional e-book reading with Aldiko Premium as well as Malaysian CPG's. Oh yeah, Candy Crush does looks magnificent on this too, although sometimes I prefer the my loyal Xperia S smartphone.

5. I am officially 27 years old 5 days ago. Can't imagine being any older by the day. Time practically flies and I'd no idea where the lost time goes to. Perhaps I am not suited for medical field, such that I had lost most of my youthfulness into the field where your time is taxed and the return is not really profitable in terms of satisfaction. And I am still contemplating between MRCP, MRCPCH or maybe even MRCGP. I thought that as one age, one becomes less ambitious and more focused, but here we are at the crossroad again. Taking 5 subjects in STPM wasn't all about the challenge, but it was just me being greedy trying to keep my all options open. But then, that small and meagre achievement is nothing compared to what comes later, so I'd taken another swipe at those 4.0 crybaby student who couldn't get into Medicine. Count yourself lucky then. A top student does not necessarily means he will excel in work, especially in the current Generation Y where helicopter parents play a major role and these kids lack the ambition to work and studying had almost become a specialized occupation without the need to become streetwise.

6. I am planning to transfer back to KL from Temerloh. Hopefully the transfer is approved so that we would be able to settle down back in the civilization. 2 years away and I'd noticed there are more cars on the road. Or perhaps I am just too used to little traffic in Temerloh. Either way, I am back from being a ferocious Tarzan beast in the jungle to the adorable Dave/Stuart Mr Nice Guy.

7. Hari Raya is around the corner. So, I'll be doing multiple oncalls by then. Before I sign off this, wishing my Muslim friends Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri by then and Selamat Berbuka Puasa for the time being. And no, I am not holding any Bak Kut Teh delicacy on my chopsticks, just some freshly made pancake I made for my wifey for breakfast for her maiden oncall today. Serious! I'm not lying! :P