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A Career in Nursing July 15, 2010

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A dear friend of mine once told me she wanted to take up nursing as a career.  Her demeanor and personality was that of a very caring person and because she always puts the needs of others before herself, I believe nursing is a very suitable profession for her.  I did not ask her further, but I think if she really wanted to pursue it, she would need to register and apply as a Certified Nursing Assistant first.

Besides being able to draw a very generous salary, there are many other benefits of being a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).  Programs for cna training are offered at colleges and vocational schools, and the fees range from $400 to $800 or less.  In addition, financial support may also be available for qualified applicants.

Regardless, the role of a CNA is a very noble one and very high in demand.

Dreamily dreaming away February 27, 2009

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I read somewhere that pregnant women have the strangest of dreams.  I am not sure if it is the pregnancy that is causing these dreams or if it is just that pregnancy gives the pregnant woman the uncanny ability to remember dreams more vividly.  I believe it is more of the latter.

In my case, I have certainly had my fair share of dreams, strange or vivid or not.

Last night, I dreamt that my hubby and I were checking out some houses, talking to and interviewing the occupants in a housing estate, and making notes as to which houses were up for sale and whatnot.  I also remember stepping into some of the houses for a brief inspection.  I have no idea why we were allowed to enter houses of strangers but we did anyhow, in my dream.

It was not clear where the location of the houses were, but I do remember clearly that I was making mental notes about the furniture in the house, the finishing, the porch area, the kitchen, where some of them had stainless sinks, and the number of occupants in the house.

Do dreams mean something subconsciously?  I wonder what I will dream of tonight…

Lights, lights and … lights February 18, 2009

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I love looking at lights, imagining what they would look like on the walls and ceilings of my dream home, in the bedroom of my dreams, and slowly building upon that image till I obtain a gorgeous picture, perfect in every sense.  For me, lights bring the soul into each home, and a different character is portrayed depending on what kind of lamps you choose.

You can imagine how many lighting shops my hubby and I visited a few years back when we were hunting for lighting solutions for our home…not that the quantity of the visits help anyway, because as soon as we stepped into the shop, the different arrangements of lamps all over the place truly serve to confuse people even more!

Well, to cut the long story short, most of our lighting solutions were obtained from good ol’ IKEA, although it would have been great to have had these wall lighting solutions as a comparison then.

I’m too sexy for my teeth January 15, 2009

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I am thinking of making an appointment with the local dentist here for a checkup soon.  I have heard that the quality of service in the US is truly exceptional, and there is obviously no better way of finding that out by experiencing it first hand.  It is important to get regular checkups during one’s pregnancy to avoid gum disease and as a preventative measure to ensure the teeth stay healthy at all times.

Of course, I will be going for a regular checkup and cleaning, although as always, I pray that there will not be a need for any extractions or fillings.  *shudder*

That aside, there is an advertisement on the radio here that promotes sedation dentistry.  I guess there is hope yet for people who are truly afraid of dentists, after all.

Gee, I wonder if the dentists also provide teeth whitening services here?  I am sure they do, but it would most probably come with a hefty price tag.  I am really curious as to what a difference teeth whitening products like Celebrity Sexy White can make to my teeth.  I’ve always wondered if celebrities use teeth whiteners for that dazzling smile and I am always tempted to try it out for myself.

Well in any case, I will probably need to wait till after my pregnancy if I want to perform any teeth whitening procedure.

Rock on with hip hop stuff January 13, 2009

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My relocation to the US has opened up plenty of opportunities for me, not just for traveling and sight-seeing, but obviously in the arena of shopping.  Temptations are aplenty and I find myself drawn to online shopping like I have never been before.

In addition to the endless choices of items that strangely all just *happened* to be on my wish list, the prices are rather reasonable too.

One item that has eluded my shopping frenzy thus far though, is (surprise, surprise) a bag.  A handbag, or purse, rather.  I have been checking out some popular ones off and on, but none have caught my fancy as yet.  I am eyeing either a large roomy tote (just because it would make sense for a mommy with kids in tow) or a fashionable clutch, for dinner dates and well, just because I need one for my wardrobe.

I obviously have not made up my mind yet, but I am definitely keeping my options open.  Perhaps I might end up gifting myself a Roca Wear Purse, which looks so classy yet hip-hopping street savvy at the same time – what a perfect combination!  Or maybe I should just start saving money a little bit more first…

Thinking about Baby Phat January 7, 2009

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I had another appointment with my OB/GYN last week for my prenatal checkup.  I am thirty weeks along now and this baby is really kicking up a storm in there.  Anyways, they took my weight and my doctor remarked that I have gained “a little bit more than we would have liked”, although he attributed it to the holiday season, and said the weight might taper down a little in the coming weeks.

Well, no wonder I have been feeling so HEAVY lately.  In a way, this could be called “Baby Fat”, don’t you think so?

Hah, I’m just kidding, but ironically enough, there is a line of fashion wear named Baby Phat, and although I wish I could fit into those sexy hip-hugging jeans or lingerie right now, well, they would have to wait.  For now though, I can only drool over a chic pair of BabyPhat Shoes.  Here I am, right smack in the middle of the winter months in the States, and what would be better than to get another new pair of boots? After all, warm feet are a must in the chilly, cold weather…

I bet they would go very well with my hot momma identity!

Let’s talk about calls now December 17, 2008

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SIGH…it has been about two and a half months now that we have been here in the United States, and I have survived thus far without a cellphone.  I wonder if that’s a good thing or not.

Initially I did feel a tad empty when I go out, especially when we are in crowded malls and I needed to call my hubby to find out where he is, but it has worked out fine thus far.

I do intend to get myself signed up with one of those prepaid phone plans, and I almost did a few weeks ago, but procrastination got the better of me, and the sweet deal I was eyeing is now gone.

Maybe I should just get myself a calling card that will serve the dual purpose of making emergency calls when I need to, and also allow me to make cheap international calls back home, like these Malaysia phone cards.  What do you think?  Decisions, decisions, decisions…

The voice at the other end December 3, 2008

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One of the things that irritate me the most is getting unsolicited phone calls. This has become the norm since we moved into our apartment here in the US. The previous tenants apparently had some unfinished business with their car loans, credit card accounts or banks, because I keep getting unending calls reminding me to renew this and register that.

Most of these calls do not have a hot-blooded human on the other end of the line, rather they are all recorded messages. So if I were to hang up, I’ll have to endure a repeat of the call a couple of days later. Therefore, I have to wait for the automated message to finish playing (which sometimes takes a long long time), and hope that there is an option to select to stop further calls from the number.

Phone Number Reporting would certainly come into handy here, provided I have caller ID on my phone. Then I would be able to know where the call originates from, and hence be able to gauge what to expect when I pick up the phone.

Thankfully, the number of these irritating calls are on the decline now, and I can look forward to spending an uninterrupted hour on the couch watching TV and drinking some hot chocolate.

Fun & learning = happiness December 2, 2008

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Time really flies, and I mean that in the best possible manner, and before I know it, it’s December already.  This year, it will be a unique Christmas for my family and I, because we are spending it in a foreign land.  We have not decided if we will be putting up a Christmas tree yet, but I certainly hope so, because where are we going to put all those presents if we don’t have a tree, right?

Well, everyone who knows me well enough knows that I enjoy shopping tremendously, and much more so when I am shopping for the ones I love.  For Ethan, I always like to get him something he will love, something he will cherish, something that will light up his face when he sees it, and yet, I try my best to make sure the present is as educational as possible.

We recently bought him a train set, complete with four trains, and boy was he excited as ever when we set it up.  Toy sets like these may look childish at first, but they really do help to stimulate the imagination and work on perfecting coordination skills.  Hey, educational toys aren’t just about flash cards and word puzzles, you know.  It’s completely okay to have fun and learn at the same time.

Maybe when Ethan is bigger, we’ll consider getting him something even more exciting and appropriate for his age, something like the MagNext iCoaster, or some people probably call it the magnet in usa, which will be like a mini roller-coaster all in the comfort of our home.  Sure, it might be a tad noisy, but this toy will enhance a kid’s creativity and provide endless hours of enjoyment and learning.

Or if your child likes dinosaurs, get him one of these cool Magnext Magna-Bones sets.  I know for a fact every boy will like this (even adults!) because it is an excellent way to develop their scientific knowledge and encourages experimenting as well.  And it certainly looks good as a decorative piece, and is a sure conversation-starter!

For the time being though, my boy is so intrigued by Mickey Mouse that I am really leaning towards getting him something along those lines. We’ll see…

Guide to a good nite’s rest November 26, 2008

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We miss our king-sized mattress back home in Penang.  In the US, we are provided with two beds, yes…but both the beds come with only queen-sized mattresses.  With a toddler that can sleep in all forms of acrobatic manners all through the night, it is imperative that we find an alternative solution really soon.  I wonder if my kid will take to sleeping on one of these cool inflatable air mattresses?  Well, one thing’s for sure…he will definitely LOVE jumping on it!