Rest

The author of this blog has been really sick these two weeks. :(

And being a pharmaceutical rep., I see doctors everyday, to the extend I don't feel like seeing them when I'm sick. Heh. But I've been coughing so badly that I finally couldn't take it anymore, so I went to the doctor yesterday. And guess what? I was diagnosed with Bronchitis. 

Bronchitis is inflammation or swelling of the bronchial tubes (bronchi), the air passages between the nose and the lungs. More specifically, bronchitis is when the lining of the bronchial tubes becomes inflamed or infected.
People with bronchitis breathe less air and oxygen into their lungs; they also have heavy mucus or phlegm forming in the airways. Taken from http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/8888.php

No wonder my coughing is so bad. :(

And the funny part is, I sell antibiotics for the treatment of AECB (Acute Exacerbation Chronic Bronchitis). Haha. Irony. 

The doctor gave me antibiotics, meds for my cough, meds to clear my thick phlegm and for flu. He said I must have a caught a virus or a bacteria. And I suspect I got it from the hospital when I was seeing my doctors. Work hazard. Gah.

Anyhow, I do feel better today after taking a day off, and resting more. Finally!! After 2 weeks of coughing. :) But my medications are making my fingers tremble like I've got Parkinson's. Haha. And I'm feeling weak and tired that I have problem driving due to poor judgement. Sigh. But nonetheless, thank God I'm feeling much better today. Can't wait to get better so I could bring Dreamer out for a ride. ;) 

APBIM 2012

I remember my first half marathon in year 2011. It was horrible. I was limping due to cramps on both legs, and crying when I cross the finishing line. Dreadful.

Last Sunday, 18th November 2012, was my 2nd half marathon. It was also my first and last Penang Bridge Marathon on the old bridge. :) So I would say it's a memorable one. Because according to others, next year's marathon will be on the new bridge. So I assume they're gonna rush to finish up the new bridge by 2013. 

I wasn't well prepared for the marathon at all. Neither physically nor mentally. It was raining every evening since 3 weeks before the marathon, so I couldn't really train, all because I was down with a cold. I'm still coughing like mad right now as I'm writing this post. :( Couldn't sleep the night before the marathon 'cause again, my throat was irritated and I kept waking up and coughing, to the extend I had to sleep in the living room, afraid of waking up my family and Captain Awesome (he was gonna run full marathon so I know how important it is for him to sleep).

Woke up at around 12.30AM, feeling horrible and having a thousand thoughts of just quitting and not going for the marathon. But nonetheless, I dragged my lazy a** to the marathon site. After saying goodbye to Captain Awesome, as his full marathon flag-off time is at 2:00AM, I sat there alone, day dreaming, looking at girls with skinny muscular legs; at guys with tight 2XU pants (sadly no handsome ones); and watching Mr. Siput warm up beside me (He was the fella who wore a snail suit and ran half marathon, I think, and written on his shell was "Run Like A Siput). Haha. Then I went to the portable toilet booth to ease my bladder, wondering if the whole booth would actually tumble over if I push it hard enough from the inside. Then I visited the different different tents, warmed up with the aerobics team like a malfunction robot 'cause I couldn't follow the steps. Yea. That was basically what I did in one hour and 15 minutes until it's time for my flag-off time, 3:15AM.

It wasn't an easy run, especially running with a dry, phlegmy throat, and coughing all the way. It was tough. I couldn't breathe properly. Then the first nightmare came, a pain on my left ankle starting from 9km. But I told myself, just keep running, and if it becomes too unbearable, just walk. So that's what I did. I ran and walk, ran and walk. I stopped at every St. John emergency "pit-stop" and asked for them to ice my left ankle. It didn't help. But I continue to ran.

Then came the 2nd nightmare. The urge to bang sai. =.=" Every portable toilet I see by the road side was so tempting. But when I imagine what I would smell and see when I open the door, I just tell myself: "Screw it. Just tahan til you finish the race and get home."
Then the image of the toilet bowl in my house suddenly turns to shinny gold. Hehehehe. 

I finish in 2 hours and 48 minutes. My strongest run was the last 4km. Probably because I want to bang sai so badly. Haha. Went to the APBIM website today and found my ranking: 360/1876. Lousy. Haha.

But nonetheless, I think I did pretty well this time even without proper training and bad physical condition. 2013 perhaps, I'll finish it in 2 hours and 15 minutes. ;)

 [2:48:46]

Credits to Deswyn :)

[Finisher medal: Medals last longer than pain. ;) ]

Lastly, I wanna thank God for giving me the strength and determination to finish my half marathon, and also for helping Captain Awesome to finish his full marathon way before his time limit *prouds* and also for helping our friends too. Til next year. :)

[Captain Awesome and his full marathon finisher tshirt. :) ]
You did well, hun.

The New Ride

I've waited for this moment for years. And it finally came true.
Taaaaaaadaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!

[ Meet my partner in crime ;) ]

 [ Every hero needs a helmet to protect their heads :P ]

I'm still getting used to riding this stallion. It feels different because the tyres are really thin and thus needs more control. I haven't found a name for my bike yet. Any suggestions peeps? :)

And Penang Bridge Marathon is in 3 days time. I really signed up for sh*t this time. =.="

Dear legs, be strong this Sunday. *Fingers cross*

Because Of You

Because of You,
I learnt how to forgive others when they hurt me.
Because of You,
I was able to love those unlovable.
Because of You,
I learnt to show kindness and gentleness to those who don't deserve it in men's eyes.
Because of You,
I was able to give generously to those in need.

Because just like them, I've hurt others, I am unlovable, I'm undeserving...
Yet You love me unconditionally, and You never gave up on me.
And as Christmas approach, I hope I will be able to share this love with someone who needs this grace just as much as I do. :)

Comfort Zone vs Struggling

Everybody enjoys being comfortable. A comfortable seat, comfortable working environment, comfortable bed. Ahhhhh... Who doesn't want right? ;)

But the truth is, being too comfortable isn't gonna do us any good. Comfort zone, is one of the most dangerous places a person can be in, especially if one doesn't notice it.

When we're in our comfort zone, we don't strive to be better. Our thoughts, our efforts, our character is not being challenged. Our faith cannot be stretched. We become so well-fixed that we tend to stay at that moment, not wanting to move forward.

Consequences?

We think we're good enough. We think we're the best.

When someone asks us to do something beyond the ordinary, we complaint;

When someone else comes up with a better idea, we turn it down immediately without thinking it through, just because we feel uncomfortable about it.

And most of all, when we become too comfortable in our own comfort zone, we forget about God; the one who provides us all we need, from the daily meals on our table, to the safety of our home and loved ones.

So I always pray, that my life would not be a bed of roses. 'Cause I don't want to sink into my comfort zone. I don't want to forget about the wonderful hands that fed me and protected me. 

It doesn't matter it life gets a lil' rough at times, or if it bring a little discomfort.

Because when I struggle, I remember of the Lord.

I remember that God is in control, no matter how bad the situation is.

I remember how to hold on to my faith in Jesus during hard times, and I remember where my help comes from.

And because even when I struggle, I know that His grace and mercy is sufficient for me to carry me through.

So my question to you today is, "Are you in your comfort zone?". Time to get out of it.

"Life begins at the end of your comfort zone. " -Neale Walsh

Picture taken from http://naturalhorselover.blogspot.com/2011/03/few-insights-based-on-coaching.html

Merdeka Cup

I was supposed to blog about this since 2 weeks ago, but I haven't had the time to do so. Blame it on my job. :P Hehe. For most of you who know me, or follow my blog (which is rather rare nowadays but oh well), you'd know that I play floorball. And the Penang state team has been training really hard for the so-called Merdeka Cup, which was supposed to fall on Malaysia's Independence Day, but ended up being postponed to 13th-14th October. =.="

[Penang State Team 2012]

It was supposed to be a game between Penang and Selangor, but unfortunately, our opponent decided to import a few ang mors into their men's team. It was a disadvantage for the Penang Men's team, but nonetheless, the boys put on a good fight. 

And as for the Penang Ladies' team, I'd say we don't deserve to lose, but yet, don't deserve to win. :) We don't deserve to lose because we played a better game than our opponent. We had the game under control and we forced them to play at our pace. However, we were unable to convert our chances and opportunities into goals. :/ Sad, but true. But if you ask me what I think about the Penang girls.. I only have one thing to say: I'm really, really proud of them. :) 

[Blessed and proud to have played with each of them :)]

[Anybody knows who's the one in the white glasses?? Very cool ler she...

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!]

Most of the girls in our team were very young, and thus, less experience. But they ran, and they fought. And I believe, if we put in double the effort and commitment, when we go back for Merdeka Cup 2013 next year, we WILL conquer. :) No doubt. 

 [My little pride :)]

It was a really good trip. Had so much fun. Really. :) I've never been the talkative kind of person, but just by listening to what the girls have to say, I could laugh my a** off. :D And not forgetting the night Winnie, Natasha and myself had to sleep knowing that there's a cockroach crawling somewhere in the room (I still think it went into Winnie's ear and came out dy. HAHA!), and also getting to meet the first Malaysian lady to win an Olympic medal! Pandelela Rinong. :) 

[The 2 monkeys in my room: Nat and Winnie]

[Potential circus performers]

And oh oh!! I get to try out kick boxing for the first time!! Heheheheheeeee. But ended up getting a bad headache for a whole10 minutes after the sparring session. Serene punched my head well. HAHA! :)

[Eeleen & Serene. We both have the same birth date. ;)]

 

[And this is the best!!! Watching the two sisters fight each other!!! Hahaha!!]

 Sharron *punches Serene*: "That's for stealing my food all the time!!"

Serene "punches back Sharron*: "And that's for telling mommy when I secretly talk over the phone whole night!!"

Okay. I'm being lame.

Floorball. Not a sport that is as famous as badminton or football in Malaysia yet. But it's not just about fame. It's about the passion. It's about helping the younger teammates to grow into a better player, even if they may end up outdoing me. But that's the point. They have to be better. So that the game grows, and so that they challenge me to become a better player myself too. :)

Money Not Enough $$$

I remember when I received my first summer job pay check, I felt like the richest person on earth. Serious. I had no commitment or whatsoever, so after giving a portion to my parents and also tithes, I had more than enough to keep and spend. It was an awesome feeling. And I remember telling myself, if I could do so much with this summer job pay check, imagine what I could do with a real salary!!

But sadly, that's not the case. LOL. As you grow up, your commitments increase. Car loans, phone bills, credit card bills etc. GAH. Why oh why......................... Sigh.

I guess it's just part of growing up la.. :(

HOWEVER, if I sit down and reflect upon my life, I actually have all I need. :) It's the "wants" that is burning a hole in my pocket. Hehe. For example... TAAA DAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The Oakley Jawbone. It just spells A.W.E.S.O.M.E. 

Like me. Bwahahahahahahahahahaa.

Awesome sun glasses for awesome people. A must have. Hehe.

And then, there's my road bike. Another bomb in the pocket. 

And my new Unihoc stick finally arrived!! Can't take it seriously with its color but I'm sure it'll kick ass. :D

Player + 1.5 Curve :)

I guess I just have to work harder la that's all...:) 加油!! 加油!!

Malaysia Day

Happy Malaysia Day, peeps! :)

 

For years, we've been questioning how much Malaysia is providing us, 

maybe it's time to be asking ourselves this instead: 

How are we contributing to our country?

Should She Stay Or Should She Go

I was driving to work this morning, and as usual I switched on the radio to listen to Mix FM. And they always have this program known as "Should I Stay Or Should I Go". Basically, if you have a dilemma about whether you should stay or move on in a situation, you can just call up and talk to JD and Dilly and they'll try to get you advices from the audiences.

So today, this lady called up and mentioned her situation, that she's been separated from her husband for a year. And within that year, she met this new guy. At first it was just a fling, and after that, it got serious. And when she thought it's time to move on, the husband came back and said he wants to work things out. So now she's kinda stuck in between, deciding whether to try to work things out with the husband or just move on with the new guy.

What surprises me was this, out of 10 audiences who called to give their point of view, 10 asked her to move on. I mean, logically, yes, you should move on if you're not happy in a relationship...but my question is this: 

Does anyone still respect and understand the meaning of marriage? What happened to marriage covenants? What happened to "Til death do us part"?

I guess many of us would try to tell ourselves that we all have the rights to be happy.. and I don't deny the truth about it. Who doesn't want to be happy right? But marriage is not a game. It's not something you give up easily just because you're unhappy about it.  

Ask any married couple, are their relationship always smooth sailing? Is it always easy? I'm sure each and every one of them would give you a 100% "No" for an answer.

To the lady who called in this morning, if you're reading this, my advice may be slightly different from the rest of the audience. To be honest, if you were not married, I would say, MOVE ON!! But in your case, try to work things out. You married him for a reason, find back that reason and give yourself another chance to fall in love again. Good things don't come easily, it may be hard, but it'll be worth it someday. I'm not saying that it'll work out for sure, but at least you try. And you'll never regret when you've tried your best.

All the best. :)

The Golden Girl

The first time I noticed her was when I saw her super huge poster on 1Borneo's Adidas outlet. And I was like, who's that hot chick?? Then not long after that, I saw her Adidas micoach ad on Youtube, and she was no stranger to me after that.

Jessica Ennis:

2012 Olympic Heptathlon Champion and also 2010 World Indoor Championship Gold Medalist in Pentathlon

Some people are crazily good at one thing. It's like they were born to do that one thing. Take Usain Bolt for instance, his name is bolt for a reason..HAVE YOU SEEN HIS 100 METER SPRINT?!?!?!

Then let's look at Serena Williams; that super muscular arms that gives super powerful serves...Poooooommmmm!!!

But to be good at 5 to 7 different events?? I call that AWESOMENESS. And a little bit insane. Hehe.

I think Jessica definitely deserves the golden medal in the 2012 London Olympics. Imagine the stress and pressure she had to bear on her shoulder with a whole stadium of crowd expecting her to win gold for the country. It takes alot of courage.

So there you go! Jessica Ennis, with that well toned, sexy body and a really, really adorable smile. :) Makes me want to smile too.

Ma new role model. :)