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okay...

Update #1
QY, -Rong- and me we went to this Pitstop cafe that has the similar concept as Settlers and Minds Cafe. That place gives you a very homely feeling I would say. Perhaps is the atmosphere. Or perhaps is the environment (Haha... because we didn't make a reservation and it's on Christmas Day you see.... ) as we were arranged to be seated at the balcony... lolz... but it was nice... there were plants.... and we were away from noises from other groups..... Or perhaps it was the people serving us.... they were friendly.... enthu.... haha.... and people of our age.....

A round of applauze for their determinations and courages to setup a business to call their own. =)
Hey palsz, esp. OT0401, now there's another place we can go... other than Minds Cafe le...
However, do we have time 1st? LoLz....

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Update #2
My internet was down for 3 days..... at first thought it was due to the earthquake in Taiwan.... Apparently it was because my brother didn't/ forget to pay the bill.....
Haha... but the ISP was kind enough that if we promise to pay within the week, they will connect back for us immediately... =)

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Update #3
Meet up with people from D2K.... wow... at first thought was only Shuhui and Yanning.... But then was shocked when I heard Shuhui say table for 5! HAha... then saw Chee Ching and David.... haha.... they still looked the same. But I guess everyone matures. ;-)

Shuhui is in her honours year now...... Yanning in her working life..... Chee Ching in his 1st Uni year.... David, still in Green....

We do catch up a little..... we are wondering how's the rest of the people that we have been missing..... Guojin, Alina, Ee Hong, Zhijun (my superglue sis), etc.....

Things learnt in "Helen the Baby Fox"

Okay, first of all, Merry Christmas to one and all. On this special occasion, I would like to share with you the movie that I've just finished watching and it is,

"Helen, the Baby Fox."

The storyline is nice. It is about a little boy (Taichi) who found a baby fox on his way home (not his own home) and how he help/teach the fox to drink milk, to eat meat and to try to expose her to the environment. (OTties, does all these sounds familiar to you? lol) The fox is actually blind, deaf (hearing impaired), and has no sense of smell but the boy did not give up hope on her and even become the "mother" of the baby fox. The boy even try his best to go to the university to get the fox back. It was then he heard 1st sound made by Helen. Helen was calling him.

Even when Taichi knows that Helen was going to die, he did not give up on her. Instead, he helped her to live her life to the fullest and even showing her what summer is.

Things that we can learn from Taichi as future OTs

• Read up more on things that we don't know in order to provide better care for our patients
• help our patients to live their life to the fullest even though we know they are dying
  
• when we help our patients to improve, our patient help us to improve too
  

Hmm... I think there are more things that we can learn from him but I guess my brain is going to off switch soon... so i shall add on when I have the time....

NPCC - A Life Committments?

I was browsing through some photos posted by my friends regarding CIBTC and HOBTC. Memories just flew through my minds, on all the things that I have done for the past 10 years ever since I was in the corps since I was in Sec 1.

10 years of time spent in the corps. Many would say that is LONNNG. But I would say that is nothing. Compare to some who are really in this organization for a long long time and still is.

For me, passion is there. But time and committment is not. I think I don't even have time for a breather now at this particular moment, with so many things in hand and so little time. There are other things that I need to prioritize.

I know myself. I would not commit to anything if I am not at least 80% sure that I would be able to put in my time and effort in it. If I participate or join certain thing and don't commit to it, I will feel very bad. Thus, at this moment, I don't want to commit myself to other things that I'm not able to give my time to.

Sometimes in life, we have to give and take. Learn to let go and carry on with life. Be happy and contented that you have once went through it. Been there, done that. But I guess, you will learn and grow with different roles that you play in the same/different organizations.

All the best to those who are attending the HOBTC. May you be able to inspire more people to become the pillars of the future, the leaders of the future. And let me stay as a CI for now and hopefully, have the time to be one. And let me be happy and contented for now. No one knows what future holds for you and me, but if future allows, maybe one day in the near future, we will all put on the same uniform and hold the same title, and hopefully bring the corps into greater heights.

At least for now, I will be concentrating in my future career. Also dealing with people. But with different objectives, different goals.

I guess there will always be enough passionate people in the corps, who are willing to serve the corps and inspire more leaders like themselves.

But I believe, there are not enough healthcare professionals yet in the society. (Although it may be hard to find jobs when we are graduating, due to us being a BIG cohert and not many title there for "seniors" to get promoted... so all will stay put, but that's not the point)

So, although I, one person cannot do much, but at least I can do that much. =)

Updates for FYP

okay, some updates about FYP....

Been really busy with FYP......
Started the actual study for my FYP le....
Nothing much can be mentioned here due to confidentiality ... ...
All I can say is, TRANSCRIBING INTERVIEW IS MADNESS ... ...
And that is not the only part of the whole research process..... we have more to go.....

Now, being a reseacher/ investigator myself, I really appreciate those literature articles that I've read in my two and a half years....
Now, I truly understand the amount of time and effort spent in each research, no matter how small it is or how small it may seem.

Though the process is tedious, I will try to enjoy every process of it... ... for as future clinician, we may not have as much time as we have now as a student to do research papers.

FYI to those not in the health science arena, our FYP is not just doing some programming and making a robort moves..... or coming up with new computer system.... neither is it about coming up with a new computer game.....

It's alot about people.... about lived experiences..... about how we can help others improve their life....
Well, I think that is the difference between social/health sciences and other courses i.e. engineering... media design... IT.... etc....

I must say I've learnt alot from the participant (though I have only heard from 1 of them till now) I have learnt alot of life experiences.... even medical knowledge.... I think... perhaps that is something that others will never have the chance to learn if they are not in this area.....

I am looking forward for more lived experiences!

Gambatte my FYP group! Thou I think only wT frequent my blog..... ;-)

生老病死

不知是不是因为读了我现在的 职能治疗这系之后，我对生，老，病，死， 这四个字都看开了。

几天前，我的老姑丈 （grand-uncle), 因癌症而去世了 。。。 。。。

也许，这应该也是一种解脱吧。

虽然我跟老姑丈的关系不是那种非常亲密，坦他也是看我长大的呀，所以还是有一点的感伤。更何况，我们住在同样的祖屋 （block)，有时碰面的是后都会叫他一声。

我想啊，如果明年新年的时候，去他的家姑婆的家，我在也听不到他说，

“ 多吃， 还有很多料呀！”

我想啊，如果老姑丈有遗憾的话， 那应该就是他的孩子们吧。 因为我的阿姨，舅舅们都男未娶， 女未嫁。希望，阿姨，舅舅们能很快完成他的心愿吧。

希望， 世界上如果有所谓的 “ 极乐世界 ”， “ 天堂 ”， 还是一个属于往身者的世界，老姑丈在那里会过得好。

所以呀， 生，老，病，死 都是每一个人必须经历的。 谁也不能逃避。

Time for reflections

Birthday is a good time for reflections... ...

This 2006 has been quite smooth sailing for me most of the time... ...
Friendships has been well..... studies are quite okay... but still..... there's lots of room for improvements....

Family is fine.... but realize that my parents are growing older and weaker day by day... ... I think I should start contributing to the family once I start working next year..... hopefully my brother does that too even thou he is working alrdy.... and then my mom and dad can stop working too....

Life isn't that bad afterall... ...

Just that I think I should start thinking more about my future ... ... I'm not in a hurry to get married or whatsoever.... but ... my parents esp. my dad is not getting any younger. He's alrdy like 62?
Anyway, shall see how thing goes ba. I haven't really meet the right one yet too.

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This day always make me remember OEP 2004
It has already been 2 years.... Hope everyone is fine.

2004 is a year of suprises.... more friendships build... beginning of a new life as future healthcare professionals....

Fast Fwd......

Now is alrdy 2006.... 20 more days to 2007 ... ...

Looking forward for more suprises (good one of course) and challenges in the year 2007.

What's life when you can predict everything that comes along the way?

Sometimes challenges along the way can make us more mature and stronger.

And well, life isn't all about winning.

It's about the process that we go through and even if we fall, it's about the standing up each time we fall.

Sometimes, it is also not how long we take to a destination. It is the determination to reach the destination.

So much so for the phil 'LOSO' phy about life... ...

Life goes on whether we are happy or sad..... rich or poor... ... fat or slim... ...
The earth wouldn't stop revolving for any one of us .
So why be sad?
Life still goes on!

To the OTties:
Let's make the last sprint to the beginning of our OT life!
Show the lecturers what our batch can do!

Happy Birthday to me and those in December

Once again, a year has past... ...

A year older and I hope a year wiser too.

Thanks H2O for the ice-cream treat yesterday.

At Vivo-city rooftop

At the rooftop too....

Meet up with ppl from Ex-ARea 11 too....
Seems like they are always there on this special day.

Oh... there are also people that I have not seen for a long long time.
People like mas, Ps and HQ!!!!
Haha....
HQ, Jiayou for your part-time studies and work!

Meeting up with these people makes me feel younger... Haha.... cos.... I'm am 1 of the youngest when the area re-shuffle... lol...


Thanks guys ... ...

BUT .... PLEASE DO NOT BRING UP THE STUPID 6 YR LONG MATTER ALREADRY LAH ...
Don't pair us anymore!!! Don't let me repeat everytime can or not.... I know you all old le.. so more lorso... BUT DON'T PAIR LIAO okay.... enough is enough....

I not angry doesn't mean you all can repeat everytime you all see me leh....

Back at home,


Thanks to those who had send me wishes via smses/msn..... really appreciates them!

To following whose birthday falls in Decemember:

• Yuhui
• Shuhan
• Serene
• Feran
• Siti
• LPK
• John
• Benson
• wC
• Danping

"Happy Birthday!"

Missing them

On the final day of my placement, one of my 3 y.o. client said,

"You will cry."
"You will miss me."

How a confident he is. Indeed, I am missing him.

Another OutPatient of mine, during the last week of placement, I gave him a notebook. Behind the notebook, I punched holes, so that he can learn how to tie shoe laces himself.

And he replied,

“ 我要学钟琴在《黑白讲》里讲的一句话 —— 这还是我第一次收到礼物喔。真的太感动了。”

I was taken aback when he said that as he was someone with high EGO. But instead of saying he doesn’t need it, he thank me for it and attempts to try to tie a knot when I tried to teach him.

He was so interested in learning it. Though it was the last session, I glad that I had made an impact on him, at least I think I had.

Sometimes it is these little things that made us carry on doing what we are passionate about and being able to make an impact on others. As we are

“ Being the difference that makes the difference!”

- quantum dynamics

More Personality Tests

Team Personality

Here is the analysis:
You can take care of all members in the group very well. You make sure that everybody gets his or her plates during mealtime. You act like a caring mother all the time.

Take this test here.

My hidden talen:t

The Mass Communicator
You have a cheerful personality and you are a naturally kind person. Your hidden talent isn't really that hidden at all: you shine among a crowd. You would make an ideal news announcer, flight attendant or model - any position that would give you an opportunity to deal with plenty of people. A tip for you is to avoid getting too deeply involved in others' personal lives - otherwise you might find yourself constantly being asked for help.

Take this test here.

Another Personality test

Here is the analysis:

Kind and Gentle
Your kindness is your charm - you are also gentle and sweet. Everybody likes to be around people with your personality. Like a psychologist, people like to talk to you to discuss their problems because you are proper and discrete, as well as confident. You look mature and people respect you. People with this kind of character are few and far between.

Take the test here.

Love Personality

Here is the analysis:

You desire a love that will last forever. You are quite serious about finding this type of love, and that's why you think carefully about the men that you meet before deciding whether you could really love them. You don't just develop a crush on someone overnight: you look at a person's personality and other aspects of their life before deciding to form an attachment. If a guy doesn't meet your expectations, you would rather be alone. Your love has to be perfect. Be careful though, you could be missing out on some worthy relationships because your standards are so high.

Take the test here

Get to know me better

How true is the following?

Mostly is very true I think.... But not all... haha...
Why not you tell me about it? =)


Your view on yourself:
You are down-to-earth and people like you because you are so straightforward. You are an efficient problem solver because you will listen to both sides of an argument before making a decision that usually appeals to both parties.

The type of girlfriend/boyfriend you are looking for:
You like serious, smart and determined people. You don't judge a book by its cover, so good-looking people aren't necessarily your style. This makes you an attractive person in many people's eyes.

Your readiness to commit to a relationship:
You prefer to get to know a person very well before deciding whether you will commit to the relationship.

The seriousness of your love:
You like to flirt and behave seductively. The opposite sex finds this very attractive, and that's why you'll always have admirers hanging off your arms. But how serious are you about choosing someone to be in a relationship with?

Your views on education
Education is very important in life. You want to study hard and learn as much as you can.

The right job for you:
You're a practical person and will choose a secure job with a steady income. Knowing what you like to do is important. Find a regular job doing just that and you'll be set for life.

How do you view success:
You are afraid of failure and scared to have a go at the career you would like to have in case you don't succeed. Don't give up when you haven't yet even started! Be courageous.

What are you most afraid of:
You are concerned about your image and the way others see you. This means that you try very hard to be accepted by other people. It's time for you to believe in who you are, not what you wear.

Who is your true self:
You are full of energy and confidence. You are unpredictable, with moods changing as quickly as an ocean. You might occasionally be calm and still, but never for long.

Take the test here.

End of Clinical Placement

With a blink of an eye, CE 3B has come to a closure and it leads us to a road of new beginning ...
It will lead us to the start of the pilot and actual study of my Final Year Project. It will also lead to the new semster in Year 2007. Till then, hope that the month of December will still be great and allows me to recuperate from all the lack of sleep during this clinical and get myself ready for the next challenge ahead.


Looking back in the past 2 months, it has been an enriching experience for me to be working with children, esp. those under the age of 6 under the Early Intervention Programme for Infant and Children (E.I.P.I.C).

Although I have experience in handling children when I was young, handling children with special needs is a different ball game altogether.

During this placement, I've learnt more about the sensory system of a person and how it can affect a child in their every day life.

During this placement, at the end of each day, I often felt exhuasted for I play almost every session with my clients.

Play is an important occupation for a child.

During this placement, I learnt to be more playful. Slowly letting myself out of my serious shell..... climbing out slowly.... and learning how to play... ... with children....

But time is always cruel.... by the time we settle down, improving ourselves, becoming more confidence.... we had to leave....

Nevertheless, the things taught, the people met, as well as memories will be here to stay ... ...

Memories of the past 8 weeks

Exploring the Play sensory and Sensory Integration Room :

The rare sight

Ceyu and me leaving after 5.

Singapore Idols spotted at CPC

Gifts for the clients

Our tables

Messy table few days before last day

Messy table still few hours before last day

All my bags are packed, I'm ready to go

Speck and clean

Before we leave the OT Department

Photos with OTs and TAs

Pampi, my supervisor and me

Dedi (AKA Uncle Dedi) and me

Wei Ling and me

Grace and me

Me with the TAs

Us with our proud small project



Me with myself trace by a schooler who has problem in body scheme and position in space


Before we step out of CPC

A close look

Now, I no longer have to wait to take this bus in the morning ... ...

But I will miss the children... ... and miss the journey to CPC.

(Sorry, I am anable to upload the photos of the adorable kids due to client's confidentiality)