Whenever my menstruation is approaching, while menstruating or nearing its end for the month, I will experience chilling pains. I am sure many girls will share the same sentiments as me. At times, I practically thought of just dying rather than enduring the pain every month. Probably mine is more serious as it occurs every month.
Today was the day for the month. I was watching 'Night @ The Museum' when I felt the pain coming. Being a movie-fan, I did not want to leave the theatre, but could not withstand the pain after awhile. And as expected, it came. (By the way, Night @ The Museum is not bad. Recommended! It's plot is very orginal and interesting. Perfect comedy for X'mas! Ratings: 4/5)
It did not stop then. Continued for the whole day till now. Luckily there is such a medicine called Panadol Menstrual. Otherwise, I think I will not be sitting in front of my PC typing away now. Anyway, being the curious me, I went to explore about menstruation and this is what I found from wikipedia:
Common usage refers to menstruation and menses as a period. Aside from its biological purpose, this bleeding serves as a sign that a woman has not become pregnant. (However, this cannot be taken as certainty, as sometimes there is some bleeding in early pregnancy.) During the reproductive years, failure to menstruate may provide the first indication to a woman that she may have become pregnant. A woman might say that her "period is late" when an expected menstruation has not started and she might have become pregnant. Eumenorrhea denotes normal, regular menstruation that lasts for a few days (usually 3 to 5 days, but anywhere from 2 to 7 days is considered normal).[1] The average blood loss during menstruation is 35 millilitres with 10-80 mL considered normal;[2] many women also notice shedding of the endometrium lining that appears as tissue mixed with the blood. An enzyme called plasmin — contained in the endometrium — tends to inhibit the blood from clotting. Because of this blood loss, women have higher dietary requirements for iron than do males to prevent iron deficiency. Many women experience uterine cramps, also referred to as dysmenorrhea, during this time. A vast industry has grown to provide sanitary products to help women to manage their menses. In many women, various intense sensations brought about by the involved hormones and by cramping of the uterus can precede or accompany menstruation. Stronger sensations may include significant menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea), abdominal pain, migraine headaches, depression and emotional sensitivity, and changes in sex drive. Diarrhea or loose stools are common for the first few days of a woman's period.[citation needed] Breast discomfort caused by premenstrual water retention is very common. The sensations experienced vary from woman to woman and from cycle to cycle. Wikipedia also stated the various menstrual related products which I shall not elaborate here. If you want to find out more, search www.wikipedia.com . Friday: Finally, it's the last day of work at _ _ _ _! So happy! Overjoyed! Crying for joy! Haha... It was quite a peaceful day as my ex-boss did not come into the office. Therefore, I had sufficient time to sort out my things and bid farewell to my colleagues. Day ended peacefully... and finally closing the doors behind me at 6.30pm...
Saturday: Started to watch 'Smile Pasta aka Wei Xiao Pasta'. It's highly recommended! Comical and hilarious! It also broke tv ratings too when it was being aired in Taiwan. The show stars Zhang Dong Liang, Wang Xin Ling, Gino from Kone and Xiao Qiao from 7Flowers. Unlike certain dramas where I will be fast-forwarding, I practically watched every episode, every bit. All very exciting! I shall save up for the VCD. Shall post a preview later on... After a few episodes, I went to meet my friends to have dinner at Vivo, then snow-seeing at Mount Faber. Though the snow part was not tt fabulous, at least it's another memorable experience with the gang! Beats going to Destiny again! The night ended at E-Max, Cineleisure. Oh! Haha.. speaking of this, I must narrate what happened when we were watching CRASH @ E-max. I was feeling very comfortable with my current position, hence decided to change seatings. As I got up to move to a corner, I lost my balance and fell on my back, with my bum on top of my dear dear's face. All of us starting laughing.. haha.. it was really hilarious! I was laughing so hard I could not get up. And the best thing was that we all didn't know that I actually hit the popcorn we were eating! It was all scattered on the floor and my poor boy... he had a mild concession.. haha.. really funny! My stunt.. *thank you thank you* What a night....!
Sunday: Continued with Smile Pasta, then went to meet my poly buddies to watch Eragon. Not bad... but got lots more room for improvement. Well, can't expect much from a 16 year old author! It's already an achievement! Ratings for Eragon: 3.5/5
Monday: Went for ultrasound @ SGH. The doctor told me that I am too thin, making it very hard to scan. EVERYBODY: I do eat.. I do not go on diet, neither do I fast.. I just cannot put on weight! Following that, went to Robinsons to visit my sisters and then Killiney to eat Chee Cheong Fun. Addicted to it already! There are many flavours/stuffings. There is unagi, durian, char siew, lobster, tom yam etc etc.. yummy! Ratings: 4.5/5
Tuesday: Met up for the first time with my new Sentosa Marketing Colleagues. There are 19 people altogether, including me. Quite a number! Basically, they are one fun loving bunch. Can see that. And can also see politics.. haha! I guess it's a common issue, just make the best out of it! We went to Vivo Gold Class to watch Eragon.. yes, again! But though it's a repeated movie, I enjoyed the Gold Class experience. Very comfy! We went on to have dinner at Bosses Restaurant after the movie. Good stuff! Gives their competitors a run for their money! And at last! I finished watching Smile Pasta! Ratings: 4.5/5!
Wednesday: Driving! My practical is in less than a month and frankly speaking, I'm not ready. Especially with my parking. Can't seem to remember the procedures. Gosh! I really hope to pass my driving next month. Desperately want a license so that I can get a car. I think it is very much more convenient having a car though expenses are higher. I joined the Vivo Franchisees for dinner after my lesson. They wanted to thank me for all I've done which surprisingly, I enjoyed working with them! It was a pleasure!
Thursday: Medical check-up at Raffles Tampines early in the morning.. which proves one thing.. I better start to sleep early, try out my routine and timing before I offically start work. Manz.. I really felt so slpy that I fell aslp on every cab ride from one place to another! And I think it is because of my lack of sleep that I was detected to have low blood pressure. Something which I dread cos' I am in charge of Events, and it will be highly sports related.. so if I have low blood pressure.. how?! Haii.. nvm, we'll talk about it again. Anyway, after my check, I brought my granny and my sis out to Bugis Street and Far East. Yup, my granny is hip! She won't mind all the youngsters' area, and actually enjoyed the shopping. I bought 6 tops and a shoe. All adding up to $200! Arrr... but let's say it's a consolation for me.. and a reward too! Shall stinge from tomorrow onwards!
Tomorrow will be driving and KTV. May be movie or Mango warehse sale.. see how ba... till then, good night!
*Muacks!*
Yes! I've finally settled my resignation issue with my present company and will be leaving on the 15th this month. Long last! This has been a big problem, headache off my mind. Phew! Now I can look forward to better pay and prospect!
Which means... yup, I've found a new job! My new designation is called Events Marketing executive. Yes, no more a manager, but back to an executive. Some may find it hard to adapt, or put it more bluntly, downgrade. But frankly speaking, I think I still have lots more to learn. Afterall, a semi-govt company is still different from a SME. Or even if it's within SMEs, the working style and management between a big and small company is still different. And if you're wondering where I'm going to next, look at this post's title... it's none other than SENTOSA! (ok, I'm not sure if it's appropriate to mention work @ sentosa on blogs, but if it is not, I apologise. Tell me and I'll make sure this post is amended.)
I'll be starting work on the 27th this month. Exciting and scary! Afterall, it's a big company with many departments and people to liaise with. It's a big change for me. Hopefully I'll be accepted and will be able to blend in well with everyone quickly! Wish me luck! (And the best thing is that I have to attend the countdown party... with staff whom I do not know at all... how nerve-wrecking!)
But on the other hand, I am grateful that I am being given this opportunity to contribute to the tourism industry. Afterall, I did not come from a hospitality or tourism background. Hence, this is a consolation for me. Moreover, the Sentosa Integrated Resort winner has been announced already... the winner is... GENTING! Yeay! We will have a Universal studio in Singapore in future! All can be found in Singapore. Casino in Marina too! How comprehensive! Singapore also recently received its 9th millionth visitor last week. What a record!
Hearing that Singapore have made such achievements makes me really proud. I'm sure many others will feel the same sentiments too. Look at this island- transport is convenient, food is delicious and varietied, entertainment is compact and with the upcoming IRs, Singapore is sure to be the next one-stop desination for a perfect holiday. Though many will still opt to travel overseas to experience a different culture, I am sure many foreigners will also chose to come to Singapore. So it's a win-win situation!
Let's wish success to Singapore's tourism industry!
"Two heads is better than one. With team work and perserverance, we are already halfway to success."
