Two months ago, my mother found a lump in her breast. It was a coincidence, praise God, that just a little before that, she’d gotten health insurance. After which she went to a polyclinic for a check up (which would have cost a lot more without insurance). They then gave a referral to a hospital (again, cheaper with the insurance) where they would be able to confirm what the lump really was.

Just a week ago, after numerous tests, it was finally confirmed that she has stage 2 breast cancer. It wasn’t exactly a shock, but it wasn’t an easy news to take as well. There’s always the “Why me?” question, but then again, breast cancer in women isn’t exactly a low statistic. Not to mention, me and my sister will therefore have a higher risk of having it too. Hence, we have all been changing our diets. Not just because of Mum, but also for the sake of being healthier.

Later in the morning, my mother will be undergoing the surgery to remove that offending lump, as well as a reconstructive surgery. All in all, it will be about 6 hours long. I have been praying a lot lately, for the surgery to go well, and for her to have a speedy recovery. I’m hoping that you, my dear readers, would please do the same too. It hasn’t been an easy few weeks for my Mum (and for us to see her upset), so it would mean a lot to me. Thank you. <3

Update #1 [November 19th 2008]: Mum’s surgery went well, today’s the third day since. She’s pretty torn up, though she doesn’t usually show it, but everyone’s been really supportive. Paternal and maternal relatives have been coming to visit her so I hope she feels better. I’m bringing over two small bibles I found in the cupboards for her later; the other bibles we have are way too big. One for her and one for me to read with her to give her more strength and courage. :) For those who don’t pray, please keep her in your thoughts. <3

Okay, so I’m not American, but with history being made today, I have to. The first black president of the US. I am thoroughly overjoyed that Obama won that I even cried. Yes, I cried with joy. That being said,

YAYBAMA!

Since I’ve yet to secure a job, I’ve mainly been doing three things all day every day. Virtual Villagers, Anita Blake and Criminal Minds. :p I call them my fantasies because they’re obviously not real, haha.

There isn’t really much to tell, except my maternal grandmother had a bad fall last week and was admitted into the hospital. She had her surgery earlier this week and is well on her way to recovery. :D She’s just started physiotherapy two days ago, so hopefully she’ll be back on her feet soon. It’s a tad worrying, because she’s 89, and that’s really old. Fingers crossed though! I prayed a lot for her surgery and that went well, so more prayers for a fast recovery! :D

First off, I’d like to thank everyone for sharing their thoughts on my last blog, especially Emz and Shari for their long and insightful comments. I’ve actually thought of those before you guys said it, but I guess that confirms it for me, haha. I’m not going to pursue that degree. I got a call from an agency, so I’m just going to stick to looking for a job first. It’ll never be too late to pick up a degree. There’s a saying in Chinese, “活到老,学到老” (huo dao lao, xue dao lao). It means you never stop learning, even as we get older. :)

In regards to the post title, I’ve pretty much been working out almost everyday, over the past week or so. I’m hoping to continue this for hopefully the rest of my life. xD I used to just do really simple stuff like once a week, but now I’m in full action. :D Totally need to get in shape for Christmas, lmao.

P.S. I went Pink for October! :D