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  1. Adri's Blog 💋🎧🥵📖🔞 @[email protected]

    Let’s get real!

    What bothers you and why?

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    Hey there, lovely readers!

    Today, we’re diving into the wonderful world of pet peeves.

    Yep, we’re talking about those little things that just get under your skin and make you want to scream into a pillow.

    What bothers you and why? Buckle up because we’re about to take a wilde ride through some common annoyances.

    1. Slow Internet

    Let’s kick things off with a classic: slow internet.

    Is there anything more infuriating than watching the spinning wheel of death while trying to stream your favourite show?

    Or worse, when you’re in the middle of an important Zoom meeting and your screen freezes in the most unflattering way possible.

    Seriously, is it too much to ask for a stable connection in the 21st century?

    2. Telemarketers

    Next up, telemarketers.

    These persistent callers have an uncanny ability to ring just as you’re sitting down for dinner or when you’re in the middle of a relaxing bath.

    The worst part?

    They always seem to have the most important and irrelevant offers just for you.

    “Congratulations! You’ve been selected for a free cruise!” Thanks, but I’ll pass.

    3. Overly Loud Chewing

    Can we talk about loud chewers for a second?

    There’s something about the sound of someone chomping away on their food that can drive even the most patient person up the wall.

    It’s like they’re auditioning for a role in a sound effects department.

    If I wanted to hear that, I’d turn on an ASMR video.

    4. Endless Email Chains

    How about those never-ending email chains?

    You know the ones where everyone feels the need to hit “Reply All” with their two cents.

    Before you know it, your inbox looks like a novel, and you’re stuck scrolling through 47 messages just to find the original point.

    Can we all agree to use “Reply All” sparingly?

    5. Misbehaving Technology

    Technology is supposed to make our lives easier, right?

    But when your printer decides to have a meltdown right before an important deadline or your phone battery dies at 20%, it feels like the universe is playing a cruel joke.

    Don’t even get me started on autocorrect—no, I did not mean “ducking.”

    6. Slow Walkers

    And then there are the slow walkers.

    You’re in a hurry, weaving through the crowd like a ninja, and then you get stuck behind someone who seems to be taking a leisurely Sunday stroll on a Tuesday morning.

    It’s like they’re walking through molasses, and all you can do is smile politely and wait for an opening.

    7. Leftovers with No Expiration Date

    Here’s a fun one: leftovers in the fridge with no expiration date.

    Is this container of spaghetti from last week or last month? Who knows!

    It’s a game of culinary roulette, and the stakes are high.

    Do you risk it, or do you toss it? The struggle is real.

    So, there you have it—my list of things that bother me and why.

    From slow internet to leftover roulette, these little annoyances can really test our patience.

    But hey, they also give us something to laugh about (eventually).

    What bothers you and why? Share your pet peeves in the comments below—I can’t wait to commiserate with you!

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  2. Adri's Blog 💋🎧🥵📖🔞 @[email protected]

    Home Decor Gone Wrong: Laughing Through the Chaos

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    Home decor projects are supposed to transform our spaces into beautiful, cosy sanctuaries.

    But sometimes, even with the best intentions, things go hilariously wrong.

    Let’s dive into some funny stories of home decor mishaps and share tips on how to keep your cool when chaos ensues.

    **1. The DIY Disaster**


    – **Story**: Inspired by a trendy DIY project on Pinterest, you decide to create a stunning accent wall using reclaimed wood.

    Halfway through, you realize you’ve miscalculated the amount of wood needed and now have a patchwork wall that looks more like a jigsaw puzzle than a rustic masterpiece.

    – **Tip**: Measure twice, buy once. Always purchase a little extra material to account for mistakes.

    And remember, imperfections add character!

    **2. The Furniture Fiasco**

    – **Story**: You fall in love with a massive vintage dresser at a flea market.

    Without measuring your space, you buy it, only to find it won’t fit through your front door.

    Now, it’s an unwelcome lawn ornament until you figure out what to do with it.

    – **Tip**: Measure your doorways, hallways, and the intended space before purchasing large furniture.

    If you’re unsure, bring a friend for a second opinion.

    **3. The Paint Panic**

    – **Story**: You decide to freshen up your living room with a bold new paint colour.

    After a few hours of painting, you step back and realize your vibrant choice looks more like a fluorescent nightmare.

    Your living room now resembles a neon sign.

    – **Tip**: Always test paint colors on a small section of the wall first and view them at different times of the day.

    If you make a mistake, don’t panic—paint is relatively easy to fix.

    **4. The Curtain Catastrophe**

    – **Story**: You order beautiful new curtains online, only to find out they’re too short for your windows.

    Instead of elegant drapes, you’ve got awkward high-water curtains that make your windows look like they’re wearing capris.

    – **Tip**: Measure your windows’ height and width before ordering curtains.

    If you’ve already made the mistake, consider adding a coordinating fabric panel at the bottom to lengthen them.

    **5. The Assembly Agony**

    – **Story**: That flat-pack furniture seemed like a bargain until you started assembling it.

    Three hours in, you’re surrounded by an assortment of screws and mysterious parts, and the instructions might as well be in another language.

    – **Tip**: Take your time, follow the instructions step by step, and don’t hesitate to ask for help.

    Sometimes, an extra pair of hands makes all the difference.

    **6. The Rug Riddle**

    – **Story**: You buy a gorgeous area rug online, but when it arrives, it’s way too small for your living room.

    Now, it looks like a tiny island in the middle of your sea of furniture.

    – **Tip**: A rug should be large enough to fit under all major pieces of furniture in a room.

    If you’re in doubt, bigger is usually better.

    **7. The Lighting Lunacy**

    – **Story**: In an effort to brighten up your home, you install new light fixtures.

    But instead of a warm, inviting glow, you get blinding interrogation room lighting.

    Now, every flaw in your decor (and skin) is painfully visible.

    – **Tip**: Choose light bulbs with the right colour temperature for the mood you want to create.

    Warm white (2700K-3000K) is usually best for living spaces.

    **8. The Art Arrangement Anarchy**

    – **Story**: Determined to create a gallery wall, you enthusiastically start hanging frames without a plan.

    The result is a chaotic, uneven mess that looks more like a crime scene than an art display.

    – **Tip**: Lay out your frames on the floor first to plan the arrangement.

    Use a level and painter’s tape to mark the wall before hammering in nails.

    **9. The Plant Predicament**

    – **Story**: You add a touch of green with some houseplants, but within weeks, they’re wilted and sad.

    Turns out, your green thumb is more like a black thumb.

    – **Tip**: Choose plants that suit your home’s lighting conditions and your care abilities.

    Start with low-maintenance plants like succulents or snake plants.

    **10. The Accessory Overload**

    – **Story**: Eager to decorate, you fill every surface with trinkets and decor pieces.

    Instead of a stylish look, you end up with a cluttered mess that feels more like a flea market than a home.

    – **Tip**: Less is more.

    Choose a few key pieces that you love and let them shine. Regularly edit your decor to avoid overcrowding.

    Embracing the Chaos

    Home decor mishaps are part of the journey to creating a space that truly feels like home.

    Embrace the chaos, laugh at the mistakes, and learn from them.

    Each error is a step closer to your perfect sanctuary.

    Home Sweet Home

    Share your funniest home decor fails in the comments, and let’s laugh through the chaos together!

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  3. Adri's Blog 💋🎧🥵📖🔞 @[email protected]

    Superstitious? Me? Pfft… Unless the Universe is Listening.

    Are you superstitious?

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    Am I Superstitious? Let’s Just Say… It’s Complicated.

    This morning, my son and his buddies threw out a dangerous question: “Are you superstitious?”

    Now, logically, I want to say no. I don’t walk around tossing salt over my shoulder or fearing black cats. But if we’re being honest… I also refuse to say things like “Wow, nothing has gone wrong today!” because I know the universe is listening.

    So, am I superstitious? Let’s just say I respect the possibility of unseen forces—but I’m also not afraid to test them.

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    Let’s break it down.

    1. The ‘Don’t Jinx It’ Rule (AKA, I’m Not Stupid)

    You ever confidently say something, only for life to immediately slap you in the face?

    🔹 Example: “Ugh, I never get sick.” Boom—suddenly, I’m drowning in tissues and self-pity.
    🔹 Pain Level: 9/10. Because why does the universe have to be so petty?

    ✅ How I Handle It: I knock on wood. Every time. Even if it’s fake. Even if people are watching. If I forget? You best believe I’m mentally whispering “no jinx, no jinx, no jinx” to undo the damage.

    2. The ‘Something Feels Off’ Rule (My Sixth Sense is Real)

    I don’t know if it’s energy, instinct, or just years of experience with people being sketchy, but if something feels wrong, I listen.

    🔹 Example: Walking into a place and feeling an immediate, unexplainable sense of nope.
    🔹 Pain Level: 10/10 if ignored. Because the ONE TIME I brushed it off, I ended up in a situation I never should have been in.

    ✅ How I Handle It: If my gut tells me to leave, I leave. No debating, no justifying. The last thing I need is to become the main character in a bad horror movie.

    3. The ‘Ghosts? Prove Me Wrong’ Rule (I’m Ready for This Fight)

    Unlike most people, I don’t fear ghosts, Ouija boards, or haunted places—I’m fascinated by them. Do I believe in spirits and the paranormal? Not really.

    But am I willing to test it? Hell yes.

    🔹 Example: While some people refuse to step foot in a haunted house, I’m the one saying, “Alright, if something’s here, show yourself.”
    🔹 Pain Level: TBD. But honestly, if a ghost did prove me wrong, I’d be more excited than scared.

    ✅ How I Handle It: If the supernatural wants my attention, it better bring receipts. Until then, I’m keeping my skepticism and my curiosity wide open.

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    So, Am I Superstitious?

    Let’s put it this way—I don’t live in fear of bad luck, but I also don’t poke the bear (except when it comes to ghosts, apparently).

    If knocking on wood, trusting my instincts, and challenging the unknown keeps things interesting, then I’m all in.

    Now, tell me—are you superstitious?

    Or are you the type to laugh in the face of fate?

    Drop your thoughts in the comments… but if your luck suddenly changes, don’t say I didn’t warn you.

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    NSFW Ink Dreams: Where Would You Put Yours?

    What tattoo do you want, and where would you put it?

    Some people want a discreet infinity symbol on their ankle.
    Others want angel wings between their shoulder blades.
    Me?

    I want the Joker and Harley Quinn… tangled in sin… on my inner thigh.

    Yes, you read that right. I already have six tattoos—each one a slice of my story—but this?
    This one’s going to be my masterpiece.

    Why settle for basic when your thighs are prime real estate for chaos, colour, and the promise of a little danger?

    Why the Inner Thigh, though?

    Well, darling, that’s easy.

    It’s hidden… until it’s not.

    It’s intimate. Naughty. A secret meant to be earned.

    And every time I cross my legs or shift in bed, I’ll know there’s a beautiful madness resting just beneath my skin.

    The Joker, smirking with toxic charm.
    Harley, wide-eyed, wild, loyal in all the wrong ways.
    The ultimate ride-or-die pair—etched into my flesh, just inches from all the fun.

    Honestly? If you’re going to mark your body forever, make it interesting.
    Make it tell a story… or whisper one between parted thighs.

    More Tattoos. More Mischief. More Me.

    My body is already a canvas of secrets and symbols.

    Not just to look.
    But to wonder.
    To imagine what else might be hiding underneath the lace and leather.

    So, yes—my Joker and Harley thigh piece is still in the works.
    But the rest of my skin? Hungry. Ready. Waiting for the needle to tell another scandalous tale.

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    My Secret Obsession: Dark Romance Audiobooks & The Voices That Make Me Swoon

    What’s something most people don’t know about you?

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    What’s Something Most People Don’t Know About Me?

    If you asked Chat Ludlow, the commanding king of the dark Fae and richest man on Earth, what most people don’t know about him, he’d probably smirk and say, “Everything. They only see what I let them.”

    That, my friends, is what I’m aiming for here—a little mystery, a little intrigue, and a lot of fun.

    So, what’s something most people don’t know about me?

    Well, I’m not just a dark romance enthusiast—oh no. I’ve got layers, much like Chat’s intricate plans to make Belle his forever (cue the swoon).

    My Secret Obsession? Dark Romance Audiobooks 🎧

    Yup, you read that right. While I live for crafting my own sizzling stories, I’ve got another obsession that’s just as intense: dark romance audiobooks. And not just any narrators will do—no, no.

    My go-tos are the deliciously deep voices of Aiden Snow and Teddy Hamilton.

    There’s something about the way they bring the tension, passion, and raw emotion of a story to life that keeps me hooked for hours.

    Think of it as the Chat Ludlow experience—dangerous, seductive, and oh-so-intoxicating. Much like Belle, I can’t help but swoon every time those voices take over my headphones.

    Just like how Chat’s deep, commanding voice sends Belle into a fluster, audiobooks narrated by these legends have the power to take any romance to the next level.

    If you’re not already obsessed, trust me—you’re missing out on the ultimate audio romance experience.

    Why Audiobooks? Because They Let You Escape.

    Life, much like the worlds Chat and Belle navigate, can get overwhelming.

    Between work, life, and the chaos in between, we all need a way to escape. And for me, that’s pressing play on a dark romance audiobook and letting those velvety voices take me into another world.

    It’s a bit like falling headfirst into one of Chat’s steamy power games—except this time, it’s Aiden Snow telling me all the dirty details, and I don’t have to lift a finger.

    When you listen to Aiden Snow or Teddy Hamilton, it’s like having your very own Chat Ludlow right in your ear, whispering all those dangerously sweet nothings.

    What’s not to love? You can dive into a world of Fae kings, ruthless CEOs, and unrelenting passion—all while folding your laundry (because multitasking is key, am I right?).

    Everyone loves a good escape.

    Whether you’re listening to a podcast or, like me, you’re falling for a brooding fictional alpha on audio, there’s something magical about immersive experiences.

    What This Says About Me (and Chat)

    Now, I know what you’re thinking—What does an obsession with dark romance audiobooks have to do with writing or being Chat Ludlow’s obsession?

    Well, everything, actually. People expect you to be a certain way based on what you create, but there’s always more beneath the surface.

    For example, Chat may come off as a dominant, ruthless man in control of everything, but underneath it all, he’s fiercely in love with Belle—someone who softens his edges and makes him vulnerable.

    Similarly, when I’m not writing, I’m melting into the worlds created by my favourite narrators, where love, danger, and passion intertwine in a way that’s just so satisfying.

    Your Turn: What Don’t People Know About You?

    Okay, now it’s your turn. I’ve spilled my secret—dark romance audiobooks narrated by the dreamy Aiden Snow and Teddy Hamilton. Chef’s kiss, right?

    What’s something about you that people don’t expect?

    Do you also escape into stories when life gets overwhelming, or is there another secret passion you’re hiding?

    Drop a comment below and tell me your favourite audiobook narrator or what surprising hobby you’re obsessed with.

    You never know—you might just find a fellow audiobook addict (and I’ll definitely be here fangirling alongside you).

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    Culinary Adventures: When Food Abroad Bites Back!

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    Prepare your taste buds and buckle up for a gastronomic rollercoaster ride as we explore the wild world of culinary adventures abroad. From mouth-watering delicacies to unexpected surprises, join me as we delve into the delightful and sometimes downright daring realm of international cuisine.

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    1. The Spicy Spectacle

    You pride yourself on your tolerance for heat, so when the friendly street vendor in Bangkok offers you a taste of their “mild” curry, you confidently accept with a smile. But as the first fiery bite hits your tongue like a flamethrower in a chili factory, you quickly realize that you may have underestimated the true meaning of “Thai spicy.” Cue the frantic gulps of water and the impromptu fire-breathing performance that leaves your fellow diners both impressed and slightly concerned for your well-being.

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    2. The Mystery Meat Mishap

    You’re feeling adventurous, so when the menu at that quaint little bistro in Paris lists “escargot” as the house specialty, you decide to throw caution to the wind and give it a try. But as you take your first tentative bite of the slimy delicacy, you can’t shake the sinking feeling that you may have just eaten something that was alive mere moments ago. Cue the existential crisis and the fervent vow to stick to more familiar fare for the remainder of your culinary adventures.

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    3. The Cultural Conundrum

    You’re determined to immerse yourself in the local culture, so when your gracious host in Tokyo presents you with a steaming bowl of what can only be described as “mystery soup,” you graciously accept with a smile and a bow. But as you tentatively take a sip and try to identify the various unidentifiable floating objects, you realize that sometimes, cultural immersion comes with a side of gastrointestinal distress. Cue the polite nods and the silent prayers for a speedy recovery as you struggle to maintain your composure in the face of culinary adversity.

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    4. The Street Food Fiasco

    You’ve heard rave reviews about the street food scene in Marrakech, so when you stumble upon a bustling market teeming with tantalizing smells and exotic flavors, you can’t resist the siren call of the street vendors. But as you dig into your first bite of falafel, you quickly realize that street food adventures come with their own set of risks – namely, the inevitable battle with food poisoning that leaves you regretting every culinary decision you’ve ever made.

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    5. The Sweet Surprise

    Amidst the chaos and confusion of culinary mishaps abroad, sometimes you stumble upon a hidden gem that restores your faith in the power of international cuisine. Whether it’s a piping hot plate of pad thai in Bangkok or a decadent slice of tiramisu in Rome, these unexpected delights serve as a delicious reminder that sometimes, the best culinary adventures are the ones that catch you by surprise.

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    So there you have it, fellow foodies – a humorous glimpse into the world of culinary adventures abroad, where every bite is an adventure and every meal is a memory. Remember, no matter how many culinary mishaps you encounter along the way, it’s all part of the delicious journey. Until next time, happy eating and may your taste buds be forever adventurous!

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    I SURVIVED My First Month Of Tagging As A Floating Medical Officer

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    Thank God. Seriously.

    I started my journey on the 21st of August 2025 and officially off-tag on the 14th of September 2025 after my last tagging oncall shift.

    Technically, it was not a month but 3 weeks. Nevertheless, a very tiring 3 weeks with every other day oncalls and one sick leave in between.

    The tagging oncalls were every other day (EOD), this meant an oncall shift followed by postcall and the following day is an office hour shift only to be followed by oncall again.

    Overall, it was a mixture of fun and tiredness. My sleeping schedule was definitely off as I am usually disturbed in the middle of the night as the time I am usually able to sleep peacefully is during my postcall shifts.

    Thankfully, I always had a senior with me to guide me. Thus, every referral I received, I would discuss on the management plan with them. It was mentally challenging as well as the learning curve is extremely steep for a junior medical officer such as myself.

    Having completed my tagging period, I am still at lost in terms of management especially for extremely complicated cases. Thus, I find myself running to any of my seniors or the specialists.

    Am I confident now though?

    Not really. Less terrified and yes somewhat a tad bit confident than when I initially begun. However, just a tad.

    The fear is still there as I just do not know what to expect on the types of referrals I will receive during my call.

    Some things just don’t change. The fear that I felt during my House Officer days are still there and at times, I wish that I could just simply disappear run away from the issue but doing so, does not help.

    Thus, the only solution for me is to dive head on into the issue and call for help whenever needed.

    If any of you are experiencing this, just know that you are not alone and sometimes the feelings felt internally just can’t be expressed properly either via words or verbally.

    If you are showing up everyday despite feeling this way, you are doing a good job. Take comfort in that as it is not an easy thing to just do. Sometimes, showing up daily in itself is a hard task.

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    Tagline: “Hourly Toilet Break”

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    If humans had taglines, what would yours be?

    Those who have worked with me know that I have such thing called “The Hourly Toilet Break”.

    Firstly, because I consume lots of fluids and secondly, that is how I ensure I do get the break once in a while on a busy day or maybe, the day is quite slow and I am just, bored.

    Of course when the day is rather busy and hectic, time just flies and that I do not even realise the time passing by. By the time I actually do complete my task and take the opportunity to just rest for a while, 2-3 hours have gone by.

    How Did The Hourly Toilet Break Started?

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    I didn’t actually planned for such thing at work. Obviously.

    At home, I do frequently go for my toilet breaks as I’m forever consuming green teas or black coffees or water. All of which contributes to the filling of my bladder, in addition to the fluids being diuretics.

    It wasn’t until I started my tagging in my sixth rotation, the Emergency & Trauma Department that I reinforced this so-called “hourly toilet break”.

    The tagging hours in the Emergency & Trauma Department is long, just as in other postings whereby we had to work from 7am til 10pm everyday with an off day each week for 10 days straight.

    Thus, it helped me in ensuring that I either get to sit and recollect myself during hectic days or to make the hours pass during slow days.

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    My First Night Shift In Emergency & Trauma | Housemanship Diaries

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    Remember when I mentioned that I love the night shifts?

    No? Well, here are the articles advocating my love for that shift:

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    My first night shift in this department was in the Red Zone and I was terrified.

    Thankfully, it was with a fellow Registrar who is rather patient, kind and one who loves to teach.

    The scary part however was that it is the Red Zone after all and on my first night!

    The Red Zone basically caters to patients who are unstable be it haemodynamically or in terms of their vital signs or that they are in a state of severe acidosis, on the verge of collapsing, you name it. Basically, how severe of a state a person must be in to end up in that zone.

    The night started off smoothly with cases coming in one at a time. Alright, I kept repeating to myself, “attend them, transfer them to another bed, vital signs, bloods, fill out forms, clerk and basically just listen to your superiors”.

    The night eventually turned into midnight and into the wee hours of the morning and finally the sun has risen. Before I knew it, it was 7am and the AM shift House Officer has arrived. I am not alone again.

    Time to prepare for handover rounds at 7:45am.

    It was better after that, having another person with me as it felt less intimidating.

    At 10am, I took off and headed home. Not a bad experience for the first night shift.

    The good thing about the night shift in the Emergency and Trauma is that we are not alone. There is always a team or at least your superiors are always there.

    However, I don’t quite prefer the night shift in this posting. Having actually completed this posting, at the time of writing this article, the daytime shift is definitely better.

    Nonetheless, in all the night shifts, albeit that it could be a terrifying one especially prior to the start of your shift, always remember that you are never completely alone even if it feels like it and that help is always nearby.

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    Life After Offtag In Emergency & Trauma | Housemanship Diaries

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    The tagging hours in the Department of Emergency & Trauma is from 7am till 10pm, for a total of 10 days and one off day per week. There are no assessments required to off-tag, only hours required to cash in.

    During our tagging season, we were not allocated for night shifts as well.

    For me, tagging in this posting felt like an eternity. I remembered counting down my days before I would finally “offtag” and be switched to regular working hours. I also remembered being extremely exhausted at the end of my shift, wondering how did my fellow colleagues managed to pull through.

    Tagging in this posting as compared to the other postings was considered less stressful as we were not required to arrive early for morning rounds. We merely had to arrive on time and upon the end of our shift, we leave, as compared to other postings where we would stay back almost every time, cash in “unpaid overtimes.”

    Finally after 10 days of tagging, I officially “off-tagged“.

    So how was life after that?

    Much better. Thankfully.

    Regular hours in the Emergency & Trauma Department meant working a 12-hours shift per day with an off day per week and a single night shift.

    Basically, we had to ensure that in total, we had to meet the total 60-hours shift per week.

    Thus are the timings for our respective shifts:

    • AM Shift: 7am – 7pm
    • PM Shift: 10am – 10pm
    • Night Shift: 10pm – 10am

    If you have read my articles on “The Joy Of Working The Night Shift As A House Officer” as well as “My Favourite Time Of The Day At Work“, I mentioned that I absolutely love the night shift. The disadvantage of working the night shift is that we are usually alone and the night shift can be rather unpredictable.

    However, it is not the same for me in this posting. Out of the shifts listed above, my favourite is the AM shift, 7am till 7pm. Initially, getting up for work at 7am is tough especially after working the PM shifts back-to-back. But after the initial morning sleepiness wears off, the day proceeds as usual and we return home at 7pm which is nice.

    Life after offtag in this department ensured that I had adequate rest prior to my shift starting. No doubt, it is a 12-hours shift every time, we usually arrive and leave work on time as compared to other postings.

    Nonetheless, I was still exhausted after every shift. Perhaps it was due to the accumulated mental and physical stress throughout the previous five postings that when I am finally blessed with extra rest, I am still tired.

    If you are still in the tagging phase, be it in this department or others, please stay strong. Remember that it doesn’t last forever, it is merely over a certain span of days or weeks.

    Keep showing up, keep doing the good work to the best of your strength and abilities and keep moving forward.

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    Overcoming My Fear To Refer A Case I DO NOT KNOW | Housemanship Diaries

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    What fears have you overcome and how?

    At the moment of writing this article, I am in my sixth and final rotation which is in the Department of Emergency Medicine, pushing into my third month.

    One might think that as we become more senior in our current job, it gets easier or the fear fades.

    Well, the anxiety certainly reduces but that does not mean that it disappears.

    For me, the fear is still there as to who I would be working with or who I would be referring to and most of all, referring a case that I not know.

    I’m sure we’ve all been there before. Especially upon arrival to work and to be absolutely clueless about the patient and their case and progress and to not have anyone handover the case to you.

    Not that we won’t take the time to understand. It is just that, we will or at least I would take the time to digest the initial presentation, clinical examination and findings followed by the initial management of the patient and other teams as well as the current progress.

    Once I have finally understood the issue of the patient from A to Z, then I can confidently refer the patient for a simple thing.

    That’ll usually take me about 5-10 minutes, especially if there is just one too many writing. To others that may seem like an eternity.

    The thing is they will somewhat give me a template of what to say in regards to the patient but I am still absolutely clueless and wishes to kindly absorb the pages and information about the patient before I walk into the battlefield.

    This is because, one too many times, I will be asked about things totally irrelevant to the case of the patient which will take me some time and if I’m not so lucky, ended up being shouted at. I mean, that’s the worst that can happen right? Certainly reminds me of my early days of housemanship.

    Maybe it’s a form of childhood trauma or maybe not, but I need to at least have a reason to defend myself and the patient.

    It’s like a debate or a business deal which I find that I may need to fib or exaggerate myself in order to get a test approved or to refer, all for the sake of the patient or sometimes the superiors.

    It’s alright but at times it can be rather annoying especially when they want it done in a minutes time.

    The next that I have to actually open my mouth and communicate. Being an introvert, I can easily talk to people but I dislike being in groups, small talks or actually talking at times.

    I find it exhausting and thus upon the end of my shift, I just need time to recuperate.

    However, back to the question of this article, my fear, to refer to other departments, especially, if it is a case I do not know and to a tiger of a person who loves finding any fault just to reject the case is still present to this day and what have I done to overcome it? Nothing, really, just extreme patience.

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    Jobs That I’ve Had

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    What jobs have you had?

    Teacher

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    My first job that I’ve ever had was as a Teacher.

    I had just completed my STPM which is a form of pre-university course in Malaysia, equivalent to that of the UK A-Levels and I was waiting for my results.

    At that time, I was on a holiday with my parents and was perusing through Facebook when I came across an advertisement on a job offer at a nearby language centre, looking for an English Language teacher.

    Without any expectations, I applied for it. At least, I’d have some exposure and regularity prior to entering Medical School in September that year.

    Shortly after I returned home, I received a call and an email responding to my application. I went for the interview session and was soon called back and offered a job to which I accepted.

    Barista

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    My second job, I was a barista at a coffee shop as well as worked at the cash register of a store, both at the same time during my first and second year of medical school after which I stopped and subsequently used to work as a waitress for an F&B company. That was my third job. My second and third jobs were jobs mainly to earn extra cash after classes amidst my free time.

    Looking back, I probably should’ve just focused on my writing.

    Junior Doctor

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    My fourth and current job is working as a junior doctor at Sarawak General Hospital. I still am one since I started practicing in 2023 and is currently going through my sixth and final rotation (at the time of writing this article) before finally receiving my full APC or license to practice independently both in government or private sector.

    Am I ready for it? Certainly not.

    However, somehow I haven’t quit and I kept pushing through. I don’t know how or why and before I knew it, 2 years has flown by.

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    Reflection – After Almost 2 Years Of Practicing As A Junior Doctor

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    “Would you want to return back to medical school?”

    No.

    I enjoyed my 5 years of medical school very much and I appreciate the memories formed throughout those years.

    However, after working as a junior doctor for 2 years, I would not consider turning back time, just to go through medical school all over again. I enjoyed studying and it was equally tough and fun. Besides that, I had the best study group, “The Impostors”.

    Going through the COVID-19 Pandemic season of social distancing and online classes made the journey easier. I remembered staying back in Kuala Lumpur and waking up in the morning prior to starting class just to set up my laptop and my connecting screen, sending the link earlier to the group, sharing the slides if needed and while the classes are on-going, I would go about cooking, cleaning or folding clothes.

    My coffee and tea would be on standby and everything was prim and proper. Besides that, breakfast, lunch and dinner would always be prepped by me, for me or my friend who lives upstairs. After that, I would proceed to study during the wee hours.

    I think the time I managed to complete reading various textbooks were during the COVID pandemic.

    Then, I graduated and started my housemanship. It was extremely tough at first and it’s still difficult now at times but I’ve grown to accept the fact that there will be difficult days as well as good days.

    Three months later after starting my housemanship journey, my first pay was banked in and subsequently, every month I received my monthly pay.

    Eventually as I become more and more senior, things became more and more familiar and easier and some things or procedures became a reflex, even the management plans.

    Thus, considering, the things that I’m doing now which I think is much easier as compared to my medical school days, would I want to turn back time?

    Nope. Medical school is important and equally tough. On top of that, I’m not getting paid. Instead, my parents had to pay for my medical school fees.

    So, no. I cherished those days as I said. But I certainly do not want to relieve them again.

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    Surviving The Night Shift In The Medical Posting In General | Housemanship Diaries

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    The shift that I have always dreaded but enjoyed the most were the night shifts. I dreaded it because I knew that I would be alone most of the time and afraid that I would not be able to cope with the adrenaline rush or anxiety or the craziness that might ensue. However, I enjoyed it because that meant that I will be able to sleep in prior to going for my shift and the following day at 7am, the morning team will start arriving and I am not alone anymore.

    The Medical posting in general is a “heavy” posting because of the patient load. Almost all of the patients are so-called “Medical” patients once Surgical, Orthopaedic, Psychiatric or other causes have been ruled out, and it could stem from something as simple as electrolyte imbalance to myocardial infarction or stroke.

    Thus, imagine the amount of coming mornings.

    Prior to entering this posting, I’ve always enquired and listened to my fellow colleagues’ input and experiences. Most of them would say that “In the Medical posting, the rule of thumb for surviving the night shift is to start taking the bloods as soon as you arrive for the night shift”.

    True enough. That is something I have practiced since and even in other postings as you do not know just when something may happen and next thing you know, the sun is rising and your coming mornings are late and the morning team have arrived and the bloods are still pending or not in the system or yet to be taken and the medical officers and specialists have arrived.

    Sadly, when there is a delay in the blood investigations, there is a delay in management.

    Thus, it is a tachycardic moment for me. Prior to entering my shift, I would screen through the coming morning list and upon arriving, I would usually prep my trolley, ensure my coming mornings are divided and arranged according to their cubicles, ensure enough syringes and needles are set aside as well as the alcohol swabs and cotton swabs.

    Then, I will begin taking my coming mornings, usually working my way from the back of the ward then towards the front cubicle, subacute cubicle and finally, ending with the acute cubicle.

    Usually in between, something will occur, maybe a patient newly admitted into ward or a patient will suddenly be hypotensive or hypertensive or hypoglycaemic or starts throwing up or wants to have a small talk.

    Normally, I would not mind entertaining them. However, if I’m still due to complete my coming mornings, I would proceed to complete it and I usually will not rest until I do. At least I’ll be rest assured that should anything occur in between, I would not have to worry about the completion of my coming mornings.

    The night shifts can be rather unpredictable as one minute it can seem rather quiet and calm at first and hectic the next. At times, it can get overwhelming as well.

    However, have faith and know that help is always nearby and start taking your bloods as early as possible.

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    The Most Enjoyable and Tiring Day In Medical 3

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    I can’t remember which day it was but it was probably during the weekend or a public holiday as I remembered that I was allocated on call who was in charge of this ward.

    I was allocated to “General” on that day and was I was alone at that time. I remembered sitting at the other end of the ward at around 11am when one of my colleagues who was allocated to be covering the “Neuro” patients went to have lunch.

    The medical officer on call at that time, a rather “happy-go-lucky” and rather jovial person struts into the respiratory cubicle and asked if there were any house officers available?

    To which I responded, we’re right here and he came over. He asked for the person who was in charge of the front cubicles which happened to be my colleague who went for lunch. I asked what’s wrong, is there anything I can help with?

    He casually replied, nothing much, just walked in and saw a patient’s pulse oximeter reading 70% under room air. Then he laughed.

    Me and my friend who happened to be there at that time were shocked and rushed to the patient. True enough, the pulse oximeter reading was 70%, well, 68%. Oddly enough, the patient seemed rather comfortable and not tachypnoeic. In fact, he was surprised as we crowded around his bed, looking concerned.

    I asked him if he was having any difficulty breathing which he was not. Thus, our first instinct was probably the machine was faulty and proceeded to check with another vital signs machine.

    This time, it was 65%.

    I proceeded to take full set of bloods while my medical officer was writing his review and my friend attempted to call my colleague.

    I ran his arterial blood gas and it showed Type 1 Respiratory Failure. Considering he did not have a baseline during this admission, we do not know if this was near his baseline or a sudden deterioration.

    We called the Peri ICU team and referred the patient for non-invasive ventilatory support (NIV). Imagine, not knowing why this long stay patient was ever here in the first place to summarising the reason for admission down to his current progress. It turns out, he was due to be stepped down to a district hospital for continuation of antibiotics.

    Well now, he can’t.

    We transferred hum to the acute cubicle for closer monitoring while awaiting the Peri ICU team.

    While awaiting, my medical officer decided to check on a patient who was handover to him for afternoon reviews.

    This lady was in her 60’s and was admitted for left pleural abscess, meaning there’s pus in her lungs and for this patient, the whole left lung was completely filled. Clinically, she seemed well, speaking in full sentences and laughing to her family members as well in the morning.

    In fact. I was even taking her bloods that morning only to have it splashed all over me after attempting to fill the blood culture and sensitivity bottle.

    I recalled walking past her as I made my way to the front of the ward and she seemed alright. However, the moment me and my medical officer oncall stood in front of her. She desaturated an started being tachypnoeic.

    Well, here’s another one.

    There goes the next referral to the Peri ICU team for intubation and also Urology for emergency suprapubic catheter insertion as we attempted to insert a urinary catheter multiple times but failed.

    Now, all these events happened very fast but at the same time, time flew by fast. The second patient was intubated and we inserted a femoral venous catheter. My medical officer then wanted to excuse himself to settle the pending discharges in his other ward. However, the first patient wasn’t saturating well under NIV and needed to be intubated.

    There goes another intubation as well as another femoral venous catheter insertion. Finally, after all the chaos, things began to finally settle down.

    I proceeded to trace my coming mornings, considering that I was the only one in charge of “General” that day and nobody would be helping me. Finally, I proceeded to begin my oncall reviews. This was around 8pm by that time.

    After completing my in all reviews with intermittent disturbance in between. I proceeded to aid my friend in preparation of her coming mornings.

    It was close to 11pm, I was just clearing my stuffs and getting ready to go when a nurse informed me that a patient seemed rather tachypnoeic.

    Annoyed and tired, I attended STAT to find a patient sitting at the side of the bed with his BiPAP machine unlatched and hanging at the side of the bed. The patient beside him then told me, he removed it himself an hour ago.

    Boy… Why am I not surprised?

    This is another impending intubation.

    At this rate, I might as well not leave anymore.

    The day was busy enough. I sometimes wonder why is it that we feel guilty to even desire to return home on time? To walk out with the family members watching us finally ecstatic to return home for the day while their family members are stuck in the hospital?

    Back to that patient, I didn’t left him gasping on his own of course, I fixed back the BiPAP machine, took an arterial blood gas and alerted my night colleague and medical officer oncall to which they attended STAT.

    Thankfully, the following day, I was allocated as night shift. Thus, despite returning home late, I was able to sleep in and recuperate a little before returning back to work that night.

    It was a busy day but considerably a rather fun one considering that I happened to work with a rather jovial medical officer oncall and my colleague stayed back to accompany me despite her shift being till 6pm.

    Working with certain people definitely helps alleviate some of the pressure of the day.

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    My Teenage Years

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    Describe a phase in life that was difficult to say goodbye to.

    Upon reading this prompt, I was reminded of my high school days. The first year of high school was very tough for me in terms of adjusting to a new school, cultures and subjects.

    I went from a comfortable place to a different one without any guidance nor advice and I went from being a senior to a freshie all over again, which I did not like.

    In addition to that, I had a very bad temper and used to talk back to my seniors which did not aid in my reputation. Well, that was the first year, things started getting better the following year onwards and my grades picked up. I have accustomed myself to the flow.

    It was during my teenage years that I met my good friends whom I still keep contact to this day albeit not meeting much.

    Looking back, I enjoyed my routine and studying very much. Waking up early was the hardest part of the day, which surprisingly isn’t one for me now, I have transitioned into an early riser.

    This is followed by shower, preparing my breakfast and lunch for school, which mostly just includes me grabbing bread or biscuits and stuffing it in my bag and wait for my parents to send me off to school, which is usually my dad. He would send me off prior going to work.

    I was truly blessed to have experience that.

    In school, it was about attending classes, completing homework or assignments, gossiping with my friends or attending extra-curricular activities. However, the place I truly enjoyed spending my time was in the library. Thus, if I were to bunk class, I would lock myself inside the library and just study or read. The perks of being a librarian. Thankfully, my teacher-in-charge of the library always had my back if I were to be questioned regarding my whereabouts.

    After school, my mother would be the one who usually picks me up from school and most of the time, we would eat outside. Occasionally, she does cook at home and as I am writing this reflection, I truly miss these simple heartwarming dishes.

    This is then followed by me showering, completing my homework, studying, chilling, going out with my mom and getting ready for tuition or extra classes which are usually in the evenings or on alternate days.

    Life was simple and predictable. I remembered attending multiple tuition classes during the week, mainly because I was bored being at home as I was not allowed to simply go out with my friends as I pleased. Thus, I looked forward to those evenings.

    Holidays and weekends were the things I looked forward to as well and I enjoyed recuperating or simply helping my parents out with their chores, watching movies or TV shows, studying with music, writing and playing video games.

    Surprisingly, what aid me in studying back in high school was due to video games. Perhaps it was the way I “destress” and it drives my mind.

    I was not allowed to work during the holidays as my parents feared that once I get the taste of my own earnings, studying will no longer be a priority. However, my pocket money wasn’t great either. But I still got by and occasionally, my dad would slip in some money without my mom knowing just so I could enjoy a nice meal across the road with my friend.

    The stress back then were focused on exams and completing homework. Occasionally, life dramas do get in the way, all part and parcel of being a “teenager”, having crushes, jealousy and bullying.

    However, for the most part, I enjoyed my teenage years and looking back, I wouldn’t change a thing except to be more disciplined in my studying and to learn more.

    Those years flew by rather quickly. Before I knew it, I was a senior and the stress of choosing a major or course and the university applications kicked in. Over the years, I’ve accumulated multiple fond memories with my friends as well which were a mixed of beautiful ones, silly and extremely foolish ones, which we do look back and laugh about during our meet-ups.

    If you are reading this, I hope that you did enjoy your teenage years as much as I did too. If you are a teenager, do not fill your time with just studying, immerse yourself in extracurricular activities as well and discover new habits. It is the season of discovering yourself, and hopefully in years to come when you do look back and ponder, it will be filled with sweet memories as well.

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    Part 2 – Life As A Peri Medical House Officer In Hospital Umum Sarawak | Main Building, Side Building, Infectious Disease Ward

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    The Peri Medical House Officer Team takes care of:

    1. The Emergency Department
      • Green zone
      • Yellow zone
      • Yellow respiratory zone
      • Green-Yellow zone
      • Asthma Bay
      • Red Zone I
      • Red Zone II
      • Decon
      • CSSD
      • EDOU
    2. Main Building
    3. Side Building
    4. Infectious Disease Ward
    5. SDC (Surgical Daycare)

    In this article, I will be sharing my experiences as a Perimedical House Officer covering main building, side building, SDC as well as the Infectious Disease (ID) ward.

    As I previously mentioned in my previous article, the work begins from 7am till 6pm (short days), 7am till 10pm (long days) and 8am till 9am (night shifts).

    Covering this part of the hospital meant taking care of “stranded patients” which are medical patients who are lodging in other department wards as there are no space or beds available in the main medical wards. Usually, patients like these are somewhat stable enough to be left on their own without constant supervision. Those that do require, are usually left in the Emergency Department or transferred straight to medical wards.

    The Main Building

    Taking care of the Main Building meant that one would have to cover:

    On some days, there would not be any perimedical patients in certain wards. Thus, there are days that we do not have to go to these wards. On bad days, there are perimedical patients on every floor and the patient count will be extremely high.

    During my time serving in the main building, I was blessed enough to have a partner. Thus, despite the high volume of patients, it felt manageable.

    Upon my arrival, I usually begin from the highest floor and work my way down. Thus, I begin from the 7th floor by checking with the TL or Team Leader to identify new cases and update the list followed by tracing the blood investigations.

    This is to ensure that the patients are not missed during rounds.

    I proceed with doing this in the wards of every floor till I am done prior to beginning my morning reviews.

    Usually by then, the Medical Officers have arrived and are proceeding with their morning reviews.

    Sometimes, we join in and sometimes, we are asked to review the other patients and on our own until the specialist arrives.

    Upon the specialist’s arrival, we would all meet up at one place to begin out rounds.

    Rounds in perimedical is similar to that in the ward. The only difference is that rounds are once daily and the patients are all around the place.

    In between, there would be new transfer ins, attending to acute issues of which the nurses from other wards would call or inform the House Officers from other departments.

    After that, it is followed by preparation of the coming morning bloods. The wards and bed numbers are labelled on top of the forms and kept in the ETD for the night House Officers to take.

    The Side Building

    The Side Building is less hectic than main building and that meant we had to cover:

    As usual, upon my arrival, I would begin at the topmost floor and check for any new patients as well as to trace the bloods.

    After all of it is done, I begin my review in the ICU Extension 2 Ward. The ICU Extension 2 ward consists of unstable, intubated patients of various departments.

    Usually by the time I begin my morning review, the specialist would have just arrived and we begin our rounds.

    After the ICU Extension 2 is followed by Neurosurgical Ward since they are located at the same place, then Neurosurgical HDU.

    Upon completion of morning rounds is followed by carrying out the active joblists, discharges and requesting for radiological scans.

    Similar to Main Building, the coming morning bloods are prepped and kept at the Emergency Department for the night house officers to collect.

    SDC – Surgical Day Care

    SDC is the Surgical Day Care as per the name. Usually patients who are admitted here come in on the day of the procedure itself and is discharged in the evening.

    However, when the wards are fully occupied and the Emergency Department is overflowing with stranded patients, the SDC converts temporarily to host the stranded patients.

    At max, the patient load is only two cubicles full and the patients being admitted there are usually relatively stable.

    Similar to main building and side building, I begin my day with tracing the bloods, x-rays or any relevant radiologist reports before beginning my review and rounds with the medical officer and specialists.

    The Infectious Disease Ward

    The Infectious Disease Ward or “ID Ward” is located in a building separate from the main or side building.

    Previously, it used to be the House Officer’s Accommodation. However, it was subsequently converted into a ward.

    The ward consists of two floors with each floor containing 6 isolation rooms for each floor. Upon entering the ward itself, one has to change into the hospital scrubs and prior entering the ward isolation rooms, one has to don apron, shower cap and gloves, the standard PPE.

    The casenotes are not allowed to be brought in, thus all reviews are written outside.

    What do I do if I were stationed to at the Infectious Disease Ward?

    The house officer allocated to the ID ward are those from the Peri Pool, meaning our shift is from 7am till 6pm for short days.

    Thus, upon my arrival, I would change into the hospital scrubs. Then, I would proceed to trace the bloods. The bloods sent from the ID ward are usually late. Thus. It would either be pending in the system or yet to be in the system.

    Next, I will begin my reviews, first to the newly transferred in patients followed by the rest while awaiting the medical officer.

    There is a whiteboard consisting of the names of the patients in the isolation rooms. Usually in the morning prior to entering the isolation rooms, we would have a short round and presentation with the ID consultant with the whiteboard.

    Thus, during my time there, I would constantly update and personalise it according to my style which would be easier for me during my presentation with the ward consultant.

    After that, we will all proceed to the isolation room. As House Officers, we are the scribe and assistants of the medical officers. Since, we are not allowed to bring the casenotes into the isolation room, thus we will type everything inside our phone and transfer it onto paper after our grand rounds with the patients.

    Rounds at the Infectious Disease Ward is only once daily.

    After the completion of rounds, just like any ward is the completion of active joblist.

    Personally, I enjoyed my time in the Infectious Disease Ward a lot, mainly because I was given the autonomy to customise the board as I liked, present to the consultant myself and was asked multiple questions during rounds and having discussions which I find rather stimulating and enjoyable.

    On top of that, I even had time to return home for a quick lunch every time I was stationed at this ward.

    In the afternoon, some patients on high oxygen support may need arterial blood gases (ABGs) at certain time. If not, it is the preparation of coming morning bloods and transfer ins of any new patients.

    Being in charge of the other places is considerably less hectic than being allocated in the Yellow Zone which can get rather crazy at times as there is massive movement of patients constantly. It actually feels like as if I am at KL Sentral during peak hours.

    However, do not fear if you are allocated into the Peri Medical Pool. The workload can get extremely hectic and it can be rather messy. But, always try your best to learn as much as you can during your period serving there and to enjoy your journey.

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  18. 𐕣 C M D R ░ NOVA 𐕣 @[email protected]

    What fears have you overcome and how?

    A few years ago I submitted a real story to one of those true crime/horror podcasts. To this date, I still don’t know if it ended up being used (because there are so many submissions), but I figured this could be a good time to write it down, again.

    Today’s writing prompt is about overcoming fears, and how you’ve done it.

    I wouldn’t really say I’ve overcome this fear. I’d say I mostly just push it to the back of my mind as much as possible, and that’s just enough to allow me to sleep soundly at night.

    But I’m getting too far ahead of myself.

    Back in around 2016, or 2017, it was so long ago now I don’t clearly remember which year it happened, but I know it was one of those years–It was the afternoon, I believe, sometime during the end of Summer, or Spring. For whatever reason, I was a little bit tired, and I had the idea in my head at the time to give astral projection a shot. What better time to do that when you feel like you could use a nap?

    Made sense to me.

    It started when I laid down in my bed. The instructions online said to look onward, and focus on one thing, and then allow yourself to close your eyes and drift off.

    I don’t think what happened was astral projection, but it was something that crossed over from whatever state I was in, and into the actual, living, breathing world.

    This is going to sound impossible, improbable, but with every bit of seriousness I can muster for you through text: This happened, and I can still see her face.

    I remember bits of the dream. I was lying in my bed, covers up to my neck, and I was in a bad state of mind. Something was wrong.

    There was a woman in my bedroom with me, and she had long dark-ish hair, a sweater, or long-sleeved shirt of some kind, with jeans, and for unknown reasons, she was attempting to comfort me. Comforting me over … things I still am unsure about.

    She climbed up onto my chest, and she placed her hands on me. This wasn’t anything sexual in any sense of the word. This unknown woman sat on my chest as if trying to reach into me. And she told me it was okay, it was all over, and that “they” were all gone.

    In my dream, I began to cry. Whatever she was talking about didn’t seem to sit well with me, it was … considerably upsetting. That particular sentence, “They’re all gone.” That’s what shot me out of my sleeping state.

    When I opened my eyes, my room was now much darker, with only the illumination of my computer monitor lighting up the surroundings.

    And there she was, standing right next to my bed, staring down at me. She looked the same, but somehow darker, different … wrong.

    At that moment, I wasn’t terrified. I wasn’t scared. I was … bewildered. Confused. Not exactly how one should react if suddenly you’re thinking or seeing that there’s an intruder in your home.

    I pulled off my covers and sat upright in my bed on my knees, and I flicked on the overhead lights. She was still there. I leaned in and attempted to wrap my arms around her, in some kind of effort to apprehend this stranger who was not only standing in my room, but watching me sleep. As if it was interesting, or as if she’d been projecting herself into my mind.

    It was then that she turned from me, and while looking back as if I had scared her, she vanished through the closed bedroom door. Like some cliché version of a ghost in cinema who can pass through walls.

    I think I sat for a while after all was said and done at my computer, and I let it really sink in as to what happened. That’s when I finally got scared. That was when the terror of the situation actually hit me. A severely delayed reaction for something so utterly strange, and supernatural, that it shouldn’t have happened at all.

    I spent about a week restless, unable to sleep properly at night. I started staying up until dawn, and then, and only then, would I crawl into bed and drift into sleep. I was already a bit of a night owl, so this worked out for me. But this event has never left me. Much like the hauntings of the past that I experienced many, many years ago, it just … became a part of me.

    Like the ghosts who toyed with me when I was sixteen years old living in a very old house. The child singing lullabies to himself in my closet. The faces in the window to the doorway when we’d leave. The objects moving across the floor in broad daylight.

    It all attached itself to my psyche.

    When I sleep now, I sleep with my bed against the wall. I keep a cover over myself right up to my head, and I don’t tend to concentrate too hard on what’s going on when I’m trying to get what I need, so that I can go to work the next day.

    But I still think about it. I still see her there at the side of my bed, looking down at me, as if it never ended. As if it’s still happening.

    And I don’t know why it happened, or who she even was. I don’t know if I want to know.

    If, after reading this, you’re thinking I’ve written you some kind of little piece of flash fiction–I haven’t. This is something that happened to me in the real world, as we live and breathe. And I have no explanation for it.

    If you’ve ever listening to my music, this one event is what fueled me when I put this song together.

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    Daily writing prompt What fears have you overcome and how? View all responses

    I’ll give you one. It’s silly and I share it with a little sarcastic flare, but for teenaged me back in the 80’s this was a big deal. I mean, the biggest deal.

    When I was a kid I was pretty much terrified of girls. Specifically, I was terrified of talking to girls. The fear paralyzed me. When I needed to do it for whatever reason, school projects or dealing with a female check out clerk at a store or a waitress or something like that, I could manage but the fear would just ruin me.

    I don’t know what I did to get over it. How did I overcome this fear? No clue. I did it though, and I am really thankful as without overcoming this fear I would not have just celebrated my 15th wedding anniversary. It’s kind of a big deal, you know?

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