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Christmas and Rainy Days

I've been so busy last week that I wasn't able to update my blog anymore! My mom and sister were here to visit me and to go with me to the doctor to have a pesky lump looked at. I swear, my hormones are in total action-mode as I've been having problems with lumps and cysts this year. Anyway, the doctor said that it has to be removed in order to know whether or not it has bad cells. I went to KK Women and Children's Hospital; which I must say is really really nice. The hospital can be compared to Medical City. Considering that KK is owned by the government, I couldn't help but think where the heck our taxes are going. Going back, the hospital concierge considered my lump as an Aesthetic Surgery so they referred me to a plastic surgeon. Yes, the ones that do face lifts. Haha. The surgery would cost roughly S$600 (Php 19,800), which is reasonable enough. My mom wanted to have it done right then and there because it's an outpatient operation and the doctor was available. Nooo! I almost cried convincing my mom that I was not ready. Thankfully, she conceded and compromised to have it done when I come home this December. I also thank God that He gave me a super understanding boss. He was genuinely concerned and even told me to take care of my health first because work could come later. :) So I'm comin' home on the 18th! My ticket is so darn expensive! I swear, it costs as much as a Sony Vaio mini laptop already. Haha. At least I get to see my family and doggies when I get home. I'm so excited!!

I have also started doing my Christmas shopping already. I usually start in September but because of my 'bum' status for the last two months, I had to go into 'tipid' (saving) mode. I have finished my Christmas list yesterday and so far have purchased gifts for five people and two doggies! I bought beds for Taylor and Yumi, both from Ikea. Taylor's bed is like a real mini bed frame. I'll just have someone sew a foam to be used as a bed. It's really so cute! For Yumi, I bought a small tent and bed so she can have her own private space, like a little princess! Can't wait to finish shopping for everyone on my list! Oh, and since I'm coming home early this December, I was thinking of hosting my yearly Christmas dinner at home. Well, I won't be cooking up a storm anymore, I'll probably call out for takeout and just make dessert.

I've also been thinking of joining a gym here. My officemate, Rej, just joined Fitness First, which is very convenient because their gym is just beside our office building. They even have a pool! However, monthly membership fee is S$137!! Boo. I have a 7-day trial that starts today but it's been raining non-stop since last night. I don't know if I will still be able to swim given that their pool isn't covered. Hopefully it stops at 6PM.

Anyway, will post pictures soon! :)

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