It's been about a month and a half since I last visited the women shelter. When I found out that I had skin cancer, I took some time off from both volunteering at the women shelter, and from Big Brother and Big Sisters.
My plan was to start back at both of them in January. Although the Women Shelter sends daily emails, if they are in need of any extra volunteers. Tonight after work, I thought I had to make dinner, but exciting and surprising...dinner was already made!! So it was quick !! LOL. I had no plans and I got an email on my phone from the shelter asking if there were any volunteers that would be able to help out for an hour and half at tonights "New Years Resolutions meeting".
I got the the shelter at 6:45, so 15 minutes early, I got a chance to catch up quickly with the councellors and other volunteers. It felt really good to be back. I honestly couldn't believe how, volunteering at the shelter sheds a different light on me, its crazy (in a good way of course). The women that are currently being housed, are all new to me so this was going to be a whole new ball game for me. Also I've never really sat in on a meeting before so that was different.
The point of the "New Years Resoulution Meeting" was to motivate and encourage each woman towards and positive future. Each woman had an opportunity to speak about their struggles (if they wanted to), and what has brought them to the shelter. Also, each woman also took something positive out of their situation, and what they learnt from it, that will benefit their lives in 2011. I am glad I attended this meeting because we all have struggles and issues, and we all handle situations differently. Although, tonight showed, its what you take out of the situation that contributes to who you are and how you are shaped - I think anyways! All of these women come from all walks of life, and have different horrific stories, but yet, each and every single one of them manage to look at the positive sides! THIS WAS AMAZING! They taught me something! I try to do this when I can, but sometimes it doesn't always pan out this way, but really, tonight, I thought to my self, why the heck not, if they can do, I should be able to, they inspired me!
So....things, I look forward to in 2011
1) Being more loving to those I care about!
2) Showing appreciation to those around me!
3) Try to take out more good than bad in a situation!
4) Be proud of my self for taking the leap in writing the LSAT - regardless of the results.
5) Committing myself to 2011 Toronto Campaign against skin cancer. My hope here is not to force people to stop tanning with out protection, but to shed some light on the dangers. Ultimately, I can only try!
6) Finally, living more, laughing lots, and loving all!
What are some of things you would like to see within your self, or anything else? Please feel free to share
S,
xoxo
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Saturday, December 11, 2010
LSAT = serious insanity!
Hello my bloggers,
This year, as I have mentioned before I have applied to Law Schools in Ontario. The LSAT is mandatory, and is weighed heavily on your acceptance to a law school. I was having mixed feelings about how ready I was for the December testing, although I needed to write the test because it is the last chance to be looked at for September 2011 admission.
Anyways, today was LSAT day all around the world. The test started at 830 a.m and I had to be at the center at 7:30 am in London. I was up so early, like 6...I know for many that might be reasonable - but no not me. I couldn't fall asleep until 2ish.
With all the craziness I have had going on in the last month, plus trying to study for the LSAT, I have been feel really stressed. I felt like I have had so much on my plate lately, that I need a break from it all.
So today in my testing room, there was about 45 other students in the classroom. It was a very strict setting. We were not allowed to have cellphones WITH US AT ALL. We were not allowed to bring out jackets in the room - they needed to stay outside in the hallway on the floor, you know where they can possibly go missing. We were all in assigned seat (I was seat 218). We are only allowed to go to the washroom on break, unless it is an emergency, but you do not get extra time. This rules are strict, but they depicted efficiency and organization.
I have to think of alternatives for September, if I will not be attending any law school. I am planning on applying to some places, a place where I can gain experience, I have a few places in mind, so hopefully something works out. Of course, my dream would be lawschool in September.
Although, today's experience was so difficult. I want to stay positive, but if needed, I will write the LSAT in June for September 2012. I was running out of time in each section, so when the proctor said 5 minutes left for section (whatever section I was on), the letter C suddenly became the answer for the left over questions. The experience was good, I'm glad that I did take the test today, so I am prepared if I need to write again. Prior to today, I wasn't really sure what to expect, in terms of administrative work. I also talked to many students who recommended great tutoring programs that I may look into, who knows. I also feel like I can take a little breather for a little while in terms of LSAT studying. We don't find out our scores until January!
As stressful as it was, and costly it was to apply to lawschool and to write the exam, I know that there is a plan for me...and whatever it is, I know God will help me through it.
As for now, I am extremely tired, I am going to visit my grandparents for their anniversary and I am going to SLEEP! I am exhausted!
S.
This year, as I have mentioned before I have applied to Law Schools in Ontario. The LSAT is mandatory, and is weighed heavily on your acceptance to a law school. I was having mixed feelings about how ready I was for the December testing, although I needed to write the test because it is the last chance to be looked at for September 2011 admission.
Anyways, today was LSAT day all around the world. The test started at 830 a.m and I had to be at the center at 7:30 am in London. I was up so early, like 6...I know for many that might be reasonable - but no not me. I couldn't fall asleep until 2ish.
With all the craziness I have had going on in the last month, plus trying to study for the LSAT, I have been feel really stressed. I felt like I have had so much on my plate lately, that I need a break from it all.
So today in my testing room, there was about 45 other students in the classroom. It was a very strict setting. We were not allowed to have cellphones WITH US AT ALL. We were not allowed to bring out jackets in the room - they needed to stay outside in the hallway on the floor, you know where they can possibly go missing. We were all in assigned seat (I was seat 218). We are only allowed to go to the washroom on break, unless it is an emergency, but you do not get extra time. This rules are strict, but they depicted efficiency and organization.
I have to think of alternatives for September, if I will not be attending any law school. I am planning on applying to some places, a place where I can gain experience, I have a few places in mind, so hopefully something works out. Of course, my dream would be lawschool in September.
Although, today's experience was so difficult. I want to stay positive, but if needed, I will write the LSAT in June for September 2012. I was running out of time in each section, so when the proctor said 5 minutes left for section (whatever section I was on), the letter C suddenly became the answer for the left over questions. The experience was good, I'm glad that I did take the test today, so I am prepared if I need to write again. Prior to today, I wasn't really sure what to expect, in terms of administrative work. I also talked to many students who recommended great tutoring programs that I may look into, who knows. I also feel like I can take a little breather for a little while in terms of LSAT studying. We don't find out our scores until January!
As stressful as it was, and costly it was to apply to lawschool and to write the exam, I know that there is a plan for me...and whatever it is, I know God will help me through it.
As for now, I am extremely tired, I am going to visit my grandparents for their anniversary and I am going to SLEEP! I am exhausted!
S.
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Love this !
So I found this on the internet, and loved literally every line of it, and I wanted to share it :) Enjoy!
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Health update & other exciting news!
So before I start this post, I must welcome the newest addition to my family, my little bud L! My sister-in-law had a beautiful boy this morning, 7 pounds!! I just want to squeeze and kiss him! I got to quickly meet him this morning and again tonight with my other 2 year old nephew. I love them both!
Random news: I am writing my LSAT December 11th, am I ready? NO...but I have to realize if it doesn't work out this time around, I will re write, and find a plan, and to just try my best!
Some other news...
Yesterday, Women's College Hospital called me and asked me if I was interested in having my surgery today because they had a cancellation. Of course, I said YES!!!!
My appointment was at 12, and I didn't leave until 4 30! I got a complete body scan, which will help monitor any irregular moles, or any changes in any spots. I also got the rest of the skin cancer removed on my ankle/bottom leg (I hope). Its a big scar, and I was extremely nervous. It took 10 needles to numb it, and I HATEEEEEEEE needles so that was the toughest part. After 10 minutes I couldn't feel anything, which was good. I still feel numb so hopefully when the numbing goes away it wont be TOO bad. I got 16 stitches!!
I knew I was in good hands because I had one of the best surgeons in CANADA! (I heard from many people he is good, and of course I had to research on google for my self lol).
Since I found out that I had melanoma, I was constantly on google late at night, typing practically everything you can think of in the search engine. I learnt that, there are so many young girls my age who have/had melanoma! About 90% (my own rough estimate lol) of the stories that I read, mentioned that they use to tan when they were at a young age. Once I decided to stop tanning, I came to realize that I had 2 addictions, an addiction to be dark, and an addiction to tanning. In my own opinion, I feel for every young girl who uses tanning for the reasons I used it, to cover your natural beauty. I kinda wanted to do something about this, but really, what can I do? how could I even get involved
Well...today while my doctor was stitching me up, he asked me my thoughts about tanning. I told him I use to tan...all through highschool and the first two years of university. I knew it was bad, but the professionals at the tanning salon made me feel like it was a healthy way. Its not there fault, I was just too blinded by it all. Anyways, he asked me if I would be interested in helping him out with his campaign that will be happening in the spring, to share my story. I was pretty happy about that!!
He also told me something funny, I thought (funny in a weird way). He told me that a owner of tanning salon in our area called his office and asked him to stop telling patients that tanning causes skin cancer!! My doctor responded accordingly but I just thought it was interest lol!
Okay, thats all for now, I am going to catch up on all the blogs I have been missing!!
xox.
S
Random news: I am writing my LSAT December 11th, am I ready? NO...but I have to realize if it doesn't work out this time around, I will re write, and find a plan, and to just try my best!
Some other news...
Yesterday, Women's College Hospital called me and asked me if I was interested in having my surgery today because they had a cancellation. Of course, I said YES!!!!
My appointment was at 12, and I didn't leave until 4 30! I got a complete body scan, which will help monitor any irregular moles, or any changes in any spots. I also got the rest of the skin cancer removed on my ankle/bottom leg (I hope). Its a big scar, and I was extremely nervous. It took 10 needles to numb it, and I HATEEEEEEEE needles so that was the toughest part. After 10 minutes I couldn't feel anything, which was good. I still feel numb so hopefully when the numbing goes away it wont be TOO bad. I got 16 stitches!!
I knew I was in good hands because I had one of the best surgeons in CANADA! (I heard from many people he is good, and of course I had to research on google for my self lol).
Since I found out that I had melanoma, I was constantly on google late at night, typing practically everything you can think of in the search engine. I learnt that, there are so many young girls my age who have/had melanoma! About 90% (my own rough estimate lol) of the stories that I read, mentioned that they use to tan when they were at a young age. Once I decided to stop tanning, I came to realize that I had 2 addictions, an addiction to be dark, and an addiction to tanning. In my own opinion, I feel for every young girl who uses tanning for the reasons I used it, to cover your natural beauty. I kinda wanted to do something about this, but really, what can I do? how could I even get involved
Well...today while my doctor was stitching me up, he asked me my thoughts about tanning. I told him I use to tan...all through highschool and the first two years of university. I knew it was bad, but the professionals at the tanning salon made me feel like it was a healthy way. Its not there fault, I was just too blinded by it all. Anyways, he asked me if I would be interested in helping him out with his campaign that will be happening in the spring, to share my story. I was pretty happy about that!!
He also told me something funny, I thought (funny in a weird way). He told me that a owner of tanning salon in our area called his office and asked him to stop telling patients that tanning causes skin cancer!! My doctor responded accordingly but I just thought it was interest lol!
Okay, thats all for now, I am going to catch up on all the blogs I have been missing!!
xox.
S
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
When life doesn't go how you planned
Hello my bloggers, this blog entry today is something that is personal, and yet I feel will help me by sharing it.
The last two years I have buckled down overall, I worked hard in school, and work part time on the weekends. I try my hardest to balance work, school and a social life, sometimes it can be difficult.
I just applied to Law school, and I am writing my LSAT December 11th, so I feel so stressed because its so close and I'm not anywhere near being ready. I'm also thinking of applying to teacher's college, as a back of plan! Who knows, will see.
I seem to have all these big plans, expecting life to always fall in place, it is not always the case and I finally realized that. I've been seeing a dermatologist for the last year, and on my last visit she said my results should be in soon, but after that I wont have to see her so often.
Last Friday she phoned me and to let me know that my results were in, and that I have skin cancer. She told me over the phone, because there was a mix up in the past between her telling me results and my own family doctor. I kinda appreciated that because I would have been so worried if she said she needed to speak to me. She said that I have caught it at an early stage, and I will need surgery. The conversation ended so quick, BUT at the time, I had nothing to say, even though I had a million questions and thoughts running through my head. The main thing was...AHH IM ONLY 22 AND I HAVE CANCER, I kinda didn't believe it, because its just one of those things that you know can happen but you dont think it will.
I went to see her today, plus my family doctor, right now they are more concerned about how I am coping with the stress of all this and what are the next steps in preventing it from spreading. To be honest, I am worried but she told me that she is sending me to the best team of surgeons in Ontario that deal strictly with melanoma patients. The thought of someone saying you have cancer, is enough to make anyone feel down, but I did alot of research and I've learned alot. I dont leave my house unless I am wearing 30 sunblock (I have been doing this already for the last year), and I plan to wear sunglasses alot more because melanoma in the eyes can cause alot of damage. I also do not plan on soaking up the sun how I once did. At first I freaked out because of the summer holidays plus winter vacation, but that just means I have more time to be active and do fun things that I never did because I would just wanted to lay in the sun.
I am waiting for my doctor to call me back to tell me when I am going to women's college hospital to meet with my surgeon. My situation is dangerous and pretty severe but I do know that there is someone out there that is in a worst situation and I should be lucky that I will be monitored and it will be surgically removed.
Everyone around me keeps saying how relaxed I seem about it, I'm not as relaxed as it seems, its just I have to talk about it on my terms, and when I'm ready. I feel like I have all this pressure now, and how I should be when I'm outside, and what I should be doing differently. I already know this stuff, I have known this the day I decided to stop using indoor tanning beds. I did research before, unfortunately damage was already done to my body, the only thing I can do now is be more pro-active in taking care of myself
This made me realize how crazy and how many of us, well me any way take the littlest things for granted, lucky for me my cancer is treatable, but there are many people's whose isn't.
Another important thing I learnt, is that if you feel uneasy its probably best to go get checked out before its too late, because if I wasn't already seeing a dermatologist I would have never found out because I don't really feel different or sick for that matter.
One last note, just when we think things can't get any worse, THEY DO, and they did. BUT...just when you think things can't get any better, they do, and they will!!
xoxo
S.
The last two years I have buckled down overall, I worked hard in school, and work part time on the weekends. I try my hardest to balance work, school and a social life, sometimes it can be difficult.
I just applied to Law school, and I am writing my LSAT December 11th, so I feel so stressed because its so close and I'm not anywhere near being ready. I'm also thinking of applying to teacher's college, as a back of plan! Who knows, will see.
I seem to have all these big plans, expecting life to always fall in place, it is not always the case and I finally realized that. I've been seeing a dermatologist for the last year, and on my last visit she said my results should be in soon, but after that I wont have to see her so often.
Last Friday she phoned me and to let me know that my results were in, and that I have skin cancer. She told me over the phone, because there was a mix up in the past between her telling me results and my own family doctor. I kinda appreciated that because I would have been so worried if she said she needed to speak to me. She said that I have caught it at an early stage, and I will need surgery. The conversation ended so quick, BUT at the time, I had nothing to say, even though I had a million questions and thoughts running through my head. The main thing was...AHH IM ONLY 22 AND I HAVE CANCER, I kinda didn't believe it, because its just one of those things that you know can happen but you dont think it will.
I went to see her today, plus my family doctor, right now they are more concerned about how I am coping with the stress of all this and what are the next steps in preventing it from spreading. To be honest, I am worried but she told me that she is sending me to the best team of surgeons in Ontario that deal strictly with melanoma patients. The thought of someone saying you have cancer, is enough to make anyone feel down, but I did alot of research and I've learned alot. I dont leave my house unless I am wearing 30 sunblock (I have been doing this already for the last year), and I plan to wear sunglasses alot more because melanoma in the eyes can cause alot of damage. I also do not plan on soaking up the sun how I once did. At first I freaked out because of the summer holidays plus winter vacation, but that just means I have more time to be active and do fun things that I never did because I would just wanted to lay in the sun.
I am waiting for my doctor to call me back to tell me when I am going to women's college hospital to meet with my surgeon. My situation is dangerous and pretty severe but I do know that there is someone out there that is in a worst situation and I should be lucky that I will be monitored and it will be surgically removed.
Everyone around me keeps saying how relaxed I seem about it, I'm not as relaxed as it seems, its just I have to talk about it on my terms, and when I'm ready. I feel like I have all this pressure now, and how I should be when I'm outside, and what I should be doing differently. I already know this stuff, I have known this the day I decided to stop using indoor tanning beds. I did research before, unfortunately damage was already done to my body, the only thing I can do now is be more pro-active in taking care of myself
This made me realize how crazy and how many of us, well me any way take the littlest things for granted, lucky for me my cancer is treatable, but there are many people's whose isn't.
Another important thing I learnt, is that if you feel uneasy its probably best to go get checked out before its too late, because if I wasn't already seeing a dermatologist I would have never found out because I don't really feel different or sick for that matter.
One last note, just when we think things can't get any worse, THEY DO, and they did. BUT...just when you think things can't get any better, they do, and they will!!
xoxo
S.
Sunday, October 10, 2010
thanks giving
Hello Bloggers!
Happy thanksgiving to everyone! I hope everyone is enjoying the long weekend.
So far I am. This morning I took a flight out @ 530 am to visit my grandparents in Nothern Ontario. I am on 3 hours of sleep but as tired as I am, I don't think I'll be going to bed soon! My grandfather is really ill and I an currently waiting for his nurse to come by for his check up. After that I will be going to the casino with him, he loooves his keno!! LOL. I don't have a blast at the casino but that's probably because I can only gamble 10 dollars.
I've been pretty bored all day though because my grandfather slept all day - we usuallŸ play cards, and it would get pretty competitive. I have a lot of cousins who also live here but I'm not sure where everyone is.
The good news is, I just got the internet on my blackberry but its sooo hard to adjust. I have had the time to learn today. I am still trying to figure out how too read blogs ...I can't find them on my phone. Actually...it took me awhile to find out how to blog this lol.
Anyways that's all for now!!
S.
Happy thanksgiving to everyone! I hope everyone is enjoying the long weekend.
So far I am. This morning I took a flight out @ 530 am to visit my grandparents in Nothern Ontario. I am on 3 hours of sleep but as tired as I am, I don't think I'll be going to bed soon! My grandfather is really ill and I an currently waiting for his nurse to come by for his check up. After that I will be going to the casino with him, he loooves his keno!! LOL. I don't have a blast at the casino but that's probably because I can only gamble 10 dollars.
I've been pretty bored all day though because my grandfather slept all day - we usuallŸ play cards, and it would get pretty competitive. I have a lot of cousins who also live here but I'm not sure where everyone is.
The good news is, I just got the internet on my blackberry but its sooo hard to adjust. I have had the time to learn today. I am still trying to figure out how too read blogs ...I can't find them on my phone. Actually...it took me awhile to find out how to blog this lol.
Anyways that's all for now!!
S.
Saturday, September 25, 2010
whoa so longg!!
Hi everyone,
I know its been such a long time since I last posted anything...I have been and still am so busy!!!!! But I am just in one of those moods to type away...
So my LSAT course is coming to an end... I am not as prepared as I expected to be but I have 2 and half months left...ITS GOING TO BE SERIOUS STUDY TIME!
I quit one of my jobs 3 weeks ago...my last official day was Tuesday... which means I now have more time to study for the LSAT. I am still trying to complete my undergrad .....but I'm sooo close!!
Last month I went for an MRI because my head is constantly hurting but I just got the results in yesterday and everything is fine. My doctor thinks its a variety of things such as stress (I have been feeling stressed about so many things lately), constantly reading, and TMJ. Both my family doctor and dentist recommend I start going for massages. So I did............YESTERDAY......and it was so relaxing...it was costly but I am planning on continuing this hah! I also went out for dinner last night with two girlfriends I haven't seen in a couple of months. It was sooo nice to dine and laugh!
Today was another pretty special day.....I went on a helicopter ride with my nephew. There was a place, not too far from me, that was offering helicopter rides ...it was 12 minutes long. It was beautiful, such a different experience than a plane thats for sure...10000 times better!! As for tonight...I am staying in...I am exhausted, I want to read a bit, and relax
Anyways other then that I hope everyone reading this is doing extremely well and are not to stress with things.
Talk soon
S.
I know its been such a long time since I last posted anything...I have been and still am so busy!!!!! But I am just in one of those moods to type away...
So my LSAT course is coming to an end... I am not as prepared as I expected to be but I have 2 and half months left...ITS GOING TO BE SERIOUS STUDY TIME!
I quit one of my jobs 3 weeks ago...my last official day was Tuesday... which means I now have more time to study for the LSAT. I am still trying to complete my undergrad .....but I'm sooo close!!
Last month I went for an MRI because my head is constantly hurting but I just got the results in yesterday and everything is fine. My doctor thinks its a variety of things such as stress (I have been feeling stressed about so many things lately), constantly reading, and TMJ. Both my family doctor and dentist recommend I start going for massages. So I did............YESTERDAY......and it was so relaxing...it was costly but I am planning on continuing this hah! I also went out for dinner last night with two girlfriends I haven't seen in a couple of months. It was sooo nice to dine and laugh!
Today was another pretty special day.....I went on a helicopter ride with my nephew. There was a place, not too far from me, that was offering helicopter rides ...it was 12 minutes long. It was beautiful, such a different experience than a plane thats for sure...10000 times better!! As for tonight...I am staying in...I am exhausted, I want to read a bit, and relax
Anyways other then that I hope everyone reading this is doing extremely well and are not to stress with things.
Talk soon
S.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
why oh why...
Hello my lovely blogger friends...I know I have been MIA its just the LSAT prep class is really taking its course! I had a mock test on Monday, and I, uh failed. TOTALLY my fault...its been a month since the class started and it seems so easy and doable but its all about timing, and mastery...and I have yet to achieve these on my own! I WILL GET THERE...because now I am focused. In fact tomorrow I plan on waking up early and spending my day devoted to practicing, and of course I will probably stop half way through and do something totally un necessary or irrelevant. Isn't it so funny that when you have to do something, you manage to stop and do something that is not really that important, and you do it subconsciously lol
Recently, I was talking to my rents, and they are thinking that they may want my car, but in replacement get me a similiar, newer car...I am all for this idea, or I was anyways. Lately I have been noticing alot of door dings on my car, I hit the car a couple of times (mostly my fault), and someone hit me. Last week, I was careless not paying attention and bumped into a car infront of me, in the DRIVE THRU. Luckily, the gentleman was so nice and understanding, there was no damage on his car, and well mine I haven't fixed it yet from the previous time. The other night, I was in a parking lot and once again a car was backing up and just touched my car, there was no damage just a couple of scratches. A car is a car, it is suppose to take you from point A to point B, but I have just been feeling that I am such a bad driver and do not deserve a newer car. It really got to me, and I have been meaning to express it because I take it personally. I started realizing, that its not my car, its not me (well sometimes) but it may in fact bethat I tend to drive alot. I am usually at the mall or a coffee shop where there are cars flying through. I want a newer car, but I am also ok with this car.
Thats all for now ...talk to you all soon!
S.
Recently, I was talking to my rents, and they are thinking that they may want my car, but in replacement get me a similiar, newer car...I am all for this idea, or I was anyways. Lately I have been noticing alot of door dings on my car, I hit the car a couple of times (mostly my fault), and someone hit me. Last week, I was careless not paying attention and bumped into a car infront of me, in the DRIVE THRU. Luckily, the gentleman was so nice and understanding, there was no damage on his car, and well mine I haven't fixed it yet from the previous time. The other night, I was in a parking lot and once again a car was backing up and just touched my car, there was no damage just a couple of scratches. A car is a car, it is suppose to take you from point A to point B, but I have just been feeling that I am such a bad driver and do not deserve a newer car. It really got to me, and I have been meaning to express it because I take it personally. I started realizing, that its not my car, its not me (well sometimes) but it may in fact bethat I tend to drive alot. I am usually at the mall or a coffee shop where there are cars flying through. I want a newer car, but I am also ok with this car.
Thats all for now ...talk to you all soon!
S.
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Spare some change?
A thing or two that bothers me...
Late this afternoon I arrived downtown and was walking to the building I needed to get to where I noticed a homeless male holding a sign that said 'looking for employment, please spare change'. I never thought too deeply about this man but as people walked by he was begging for their money. Normally, if I feel at ease with giving a homeless person money, I may spare them something small, this time I chose not to. I know many people who choose not to give any money ever, and frankly to each their own. The way I look at it is, regardless what they choose to do with the money its their buisness, I did my part.
There is a stereotypical assumption that all homeless people are criminals......is this true, absolutely not! Yes, many homeless people are forced into certain survival habits because they have not been given an opportunity for more. I certainly understand this, but I do know my safety is more important then giving someone 50 cents. Anyways back to my story...
Late this evening I was starting to head home, and around the time I was leaving it was fairly dark, it was past 9:00. I had to pass the area that homeless man was earlier, and to my surprise he was still there. I thought to my self when I saw him from far, wow he says he is trying to look for employment but its been 4 and half hours since I last saw him, in the same spot, doing the same thing.
Anyways, as I walked past him, he said hey, you spare me change please I am poor. I felt uncomfortable so I continued to walk but was worrid because in less the 10 foot steps from him, I have to turn into an allyway to walk to my car (in which by the way I ran). When he noticed I ignored his request, he actually got upset and said 'dont pretend you didn't hear me, your just trying not to make eye contact, it's cause I'm poor'.
When I got to the car, I started to think, no sir thats not why I didn't look at you...I feel for you I do, but in the society we are living in getting help starts from yourself. You stayed in the same spot from my understanding for over 4 hours, how do you think you are going to find employment by doing that. I'm being mean but seriously what bothered me is that you expect me, a woman walking alone at night downtown to bend over backwards and give you money. NO I will not do that!! This is exactly, what I would have love to say him...
Excuse me, you do not know me, nor do I know you! I dont know what brought you here, and you dont know what brought me here. When people give you money, be thankful, when people do not...dont get mad and start yelling. You are begging me for money but guess what...I should be able to walk on this street and feel like I shouldn't have to run when YOU get upset because I didn't give you change! AND another thing, many homeless people get upset and feel like people are being mean to them by IGNORING THEM, but its just individuals like you, who have made girls walking alone down the street AFRAID, yes afraid to make eye contact.
I truly am venting, I do indeed feel for those who are not fortunate, even thoose who struggle because of their own fault but it can be very scary when you are alone, and pre concieved stereotypes are being reminded in your head because a homeless person is snapping on you because you chose not to give him any money.
Anyways that was my blog for the day!
Goodnight.
Late this afternoon I arrived downtown and was walking to the building I needed to get to where I noticed a homeless male holding a sign that said 'looking for employment, please spare change'. I never thought too deeply about this man but as people walked by he was begging for their money. Normally, if I feel at ease with giving a homeless person money, I may spare them something small, this time I chose not to. I know many people who choose not to give any money ever, and frankly to each their own. The way I look at it is, regardless what they choose to do with the money its their buisness, I did my part.
There is a stereotypical assumption that all homeless people are criminals......is this true, absolutely not! Yes, many homeless people are forced into certain survival habits because they have not been given an opportunity for more. I certainly understand this, but I do know my safety is more important then giving someone 50 cents. Anyways back to my story...
Late this evening I was starting to head home, and around the time I was leaving it was fairly dark, it was past 9:00. I had to pass the area that homeless man was earlier, and to my surprise he was still there. I thought to my self when I saw him from far, wow he says he is trying to look for employment but its been 4 and half hours since I last saw him, in the same spot, doing the same thing.
Anyways, as I walked past him, he said hey, you spare me change please I am poor. I felt uncomfortable so I continued to walk but was worrid because in less the 10 foot steps from him, I have to turn into an allyway to walk to my car (in which by the way I ran). When he noticed I ignored his request, he actually got upset and said 'dont pretend you didn't hear me, your just trying not to make eye contact, it's cause I'm poor'.
When I got to the car, I started to think, no sir thats not why I didn't look at you...I feel for you I do, but in the society we are living in getting help starts from yourself. You stayed in the same spot from my understanding for over 4 hours, how do you think you are going to find employment by doing that. I'm being mean but seriously what bothered me is that you expect me, a woman walking alone at night downtown to bend over backwards and give you money. NO I will not do that!! This is exactly, what I would have love to say him...
Excuse me, you do not know me, nor do I know you! I dont know what brought you here, and you dont know what brought me here. When people give you money, be thankful, when people do not...dont get mad and start yelling. You are begging me for money but guess what...I should be able to walk on this street and feel like I shouldn't have to run when YOU get upset because I didn't give you change! AND another thing, many homeless people get upset and feel like people are being mean to them by IGNORING THEM, but its just individuals like you, who have made girls walking alone down the street AFRAID, yes afraid to make eye contact.
I truly am venting, I do indeed feel for those who are not fortunate, even thoose who struggle because of their own fault but it can be very scary when you are alone, and pre concieved stereotypes are being reminded in your head because a homeless person is snapping on you because you chose not to give him any money.
Anyways that was my blog for the day!
Goodnight.
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Crazy days!
I know I haven't been much of a blogger these day but I am here now, which is what matters. Today I am going to blog about something that I have been dealing with for a while which gave me a HUGE scare!
When I was in highschool and first half of university, my fav past time was tanning - seriously it was a hobby and I got addicted. I always told my self I could stop when I wanted but everytime I tried and my tan would fade even just a little, I would go crazy and say to my self 'ok one more month and I'll stop' or 'ah, I have my gf's birthday next weekend and then a wedding the weekend after etc etc'. I always had a reason not to stop.
In May 2009, I was on my computer and was doing an essay when I decided to stop take a look at my self and realize, I have like 100 little beautymarks/moles in which I HATE them all! What did I do, I visited my old friend Mr. Google...and guess what Mr. google told me......BAD THINGS! I started getting really worried and told my self that once my exams were over I really need to get checked out. I did, and this was where I stopped tanning in tanning beds and very rarely tan outside during the summer. My doctor told me I really had nothing to worry about but he would send me to a dermatologist to make me feel at ease. It took 3 months to get the appointment and in November 2009 I finally went to see a dermatologist. She was really nice, but really serious. She told me that some of the moles on my body raise concern and I need to now take extra care...which I have been trying!
Since November I have removed 10 moles, 2 of which have had to be removed twice as they have come back. I had my 3 month check up last week where I removed two and my doctor just reminded to make sure I am protecting myself against the sun.
I actually grew to love my self not being tanned as crazy as it sounds and I have now realized that I wasted alot of money and gained wrinkles on something that is temprorary and really not worth it.
My dermatologist is really good so up until Sunday night I really had no worries about my issue with my skin. I started watching grey's anatomy lately, and I am on season 5 where Izzy (for those of you who watch it) gets diagnosed of melanoma from just removing one mole. It bothered me and started to get me thinking so I went to Mr. google again. This time I have more information on the type of moles I have which all come back as dyplastic. Google over mentions that those who have dyplastic nevus has higher risks of melanoma espesically if they have a history of being exposed to the sun = ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I tried hard not to think about it and ended up going to sleep. The next day my family doctor called mentioning he'd like to see me tomororw (which was Tuesday) regarding my last weeks results. Of course at this point, I'm thinking...first, why is my family doctor calling me about my results when this is like the 5th time I'm waiting on results and I always deal with it with my dermatologist, secondly, why hasn't she called me, and thirdly, I'm thinking worst case scenario.
I went crazy that night because I was thinking of grey's anatomy, google, and trying to figure out why he wants to see me.
Anyways, the next day I ended up sleeping in because I went to bed so late, I missed the first half of my class, and was barely hungry - which is SO UNUSUAL!
Lucky for me, I had a friend after class who was trying to assure me its not a big deal, and trying to keep my mind off of things until I had to go to my appointment. I decided to go earlier then 4:30 pm (my appointment).
I get there at 1 30 and my family doctor is out for lunch for an hour...I decide to go to the dermatologist office as they are in the same building and they were so confused because they did not get my results and were unsure as to why my family doctor was calling me about it and why he got them before the derma office.
Anyways, they managed to get the results and told me all was fine and they were a bit upset that my family doctor would call me for NOTHING.
This in fact was not true, my family doctor was looking out for me and my well being. He is aware of the family history in my family and how many extended memebers have had cancer so he wants to assure that I am being treated properly. The results were not completely fine - BUT NOT WORRYSOME like how I had been. The results just simply indicated that one mole was severely dyplastic which means if it is not removed from the root it will spread quicky in my body and possibly (not necessarily) turn into melanoma.
Anyways this post is really long, lol...but the good news is my family doctor spoke to my derma doctor and I have another appointment on Tuesday for a removal.
I hope everyones week is going well, not to stressful, and the weekend is ALMOST here !
When I was in highschool and first half of university, my fav past time was tanning - seriously it was a hobby and I got addicted. I always told my self I could stop when I wanted but everytime I tried and my tan would fade even just a little, I would go crazy and say to my self 'ok one more month and I'll stop' or 'ah, I have my gf's birthday next weekend and then a wedding the weekend after etc etc'. I always had a reason not to stop.
In May 2009, I was on my computer and was doing an essay when I decided to stop take a look at my self and realize, I have like 100 little beautymarks/moles in which I HATE them all! What did I do, I visited my old friend Mr. Google...and guess what Mr. google told me......BAD THINGS! I started getting really worried and told my self that once my exams were over I really need to get checked out. I did, and this was where I stopped tanning in tanning beds and very rarely tan outside during the summer. My doctor told me I really had nothing to worry about but he would send me to a dermatologist to make me feel at ease. It took 3 months to get the appointment and in November 2009 I finally went to see a dermatologist. She was really nice, but really serious. She told me that some of the moles on my body raise concern and I need to now take extra care...which I have been trying!
Since November I have removed 10 moles, 2 of which have had to be removed twice as they have come back. I had my 3 month check up last week where I removed two and my doctor just reminded to make sure I am protecting myself against the sun.
I actually grew to love my self not being tanned as crazy as it sounds and I have now realized that I wasted alot of money and gained wrinkles on something that is temprorary and really not worth it.
My dermatologist is really good so up until Sunday night I really had no worries about my issue with my skin. I started watching grey's anatomy lately, and I am on season 5 where Izzy (for those of you who watch it) gets diagnosed of melanoma from just removing one mole. It bothered me and started to get me thinking so I went to Mr. google again. This time I have more information on the type of moles I have which all come back as dyplastic. Google over mentions that those who have dyplastic nevus has higher risks of melanoma espesically if they have a history of being exposed to the sun = ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I tried hard not to think about it and ended up going to sleep. The next day my family doctor called mentioning he'd like to see me tomororw (which was Tuesday) regarding my last weeks results. Of course at this point, I'm thinking...first, why is my family doctor calling me about my results when this is like the 5th time I'm waiting on results and I always deal with it with my dermatologist, secondly, why hasn't she called me, and thirdly, I'm thinking worst case scenario.
I went crazy that night because I was thinking of grey's anatomy, google, and trying to figure out why he wants to see me.
Anyways, the next day I ended up sleeping in because I went to bed so late, I missed the first half of my class, and was barely hungry - which is SO UNUSUAL!
Lucky for me, I had a friend after class who was trying to assure me its not a big deal, and trying to keep my mind off of things until I had to go to my appointment. I decided to go earlier then 4:30 pm (my appointment).
I get there at 1 30 and my family doctor is out for lunch for an hour...I decide to go to the dermatologist office as they are in the same building and they were so confused because they did not get my results and were unsure as to why my family doctor was calling me about it and why he got them before the derma office.
Anyways, they managed to get the results and told me all was fine and they were a bit upset that my family doctor would call me for NOTHING.
This in fact was not true, my family doctor was looking out for me and my well being. He is aware of the family history in my family and how many extended memebers have had cancer so he wants to assure that I am being treated properly. The results were not completely fine - BUT NOT WORRYSOME like how I had been. The results just simply indicated that one mole was severely dyplastic which means if it is not removed from the root it will spread quicky in my body and possibly (not necessarily) turn into melanoma.
Anyways this post is really long, lol...but the good news is my family doctor spoke to my derma doctor and I have another appointment on Tuesday for a removal.
I hope everyones week is going well, not to stressful, and the weekend is ALMOST here !
Friday, July 16, 2010
A woman's gotta do what a woman has to do!
So today I had a pretty good and long day. I had summer school in the morning, then lunch and manage to fit some time in to paint my nails. When I got to the nail salon I really had to peeeeee......but I held it in - I'm not sure why I just didn't use the nail salons washroom. Anyways 2 hours pass and still haven't made it to the washroom but begin driving downtown to my LSAT course. Anyways at this point ...I really have to pee......I get to class early and ask two male class mates if they know where the washroom is on the floor we were on. They told me out side the classroom door there are two keys one for the girls washroom and one for the guys washroom. I took the girls washroom key and proceeded to the washroom...I tried for 10 minutes to unlock the door and it wouldn't open. This anxciousness contributed to the fact that at this point I REALLY needed to go to the washroom. I went back into the class room, and told the guys the door wouldn't open.....hoping one would come and try. THEY DIDNT REALLY CARE. So I went back on my own.......and I took the GUYS washroom key and unlocked the guys washroom and saw something........A SUPER CLEAN QUIET TWO STALL WASHROOM WITH TWO URINALS. I quickly realized it was not a private bathroom (so whats with the need for the keys?) I did my buisness as quick as possible because I was afraid if someone were to come in.....I gave my hands a wash...and as I open the door another guy was walking towards the washroom. Now did he see me come out of the males washroom? not sure.......but at that point I was just relieved and the good news is...the guy that saw me wasn't in my class so I knew I wouldn't have to deal with his thoughts while we are trying to learn logical games...PHEW.
Other then that.........I have been busy with life, I am enoying the weather.....and I miss all my bloggers!!
S.
Other then that.........I have been busy with life, I am enoying the weather.....and I miss all my bloggers!!
S.
Thursday, July 8, 2010
I'm sorry, Dr..what?
So I'm going to blog about something that drives me crazy in a funny/weird way about Mr.Curious...and I'm not sure if all guys do this or not........but sometimes I just want to scream when he does.
I know that sometimes, well from time to time...with life and all its stress I always have something to say like 'my head hurts' or 'mr curious, my throat hurts' or maybe 'ahhh my throat hurts'. Maybe I'm a bit of a hypocondria where I think something is always wrong with me. When my head hurts I automatically think worst case scenario...and yes sometimes I do result in everyones little friend called google but hey sometimes you jus can't help it
ANYWAYS...none the less...Mr Curious response is always the same thing...he thinks I over look things and it is sometimes in my head. For example, if I decide to go to the doctors for a headache, and by chance my doctor will say well you know you might need glasses or its your jaw that can be causing these pains - check your eyes and if thats not it we will see what else. When I leave and update this to mr curious, he response is 'you dont need to go to the doctors for that - you could have just asked mr.curious'. When I mention anything about not feeling well, he DIAGNOSES me as if he has gone to med school and has some sort of credential. IT DRIVES ME CRAZY..and he knows it.....which makes him want to do it more... as I am typing this out, I can literally hear him say 'do you need dr. curious advice?' My response never changes..........'YOUR NOT A DOCTOR'
Anyways.....this is just one of those random things I felt like blogging about...
Goodnight :)
I know that sometimes, well from time to time...with life and all its stress I always have something to say like 'my head hurts' or 'mr curious, my throat hurts' or maybe 'ahhh my throat hurts'. Maybe I'm a bit of a hypocondria where I think something is always wrong with me. When my head hurts I automatically think worst case scenario...and yes sometimes I do result in everyones little friend called google but hey sometimes you jus can't help it
ANYWAYS...none the less...Mr Curious response is always the same thing...he thinks I over look things and it is sometimes in my head. For example, if I decide to go to the doctors for a headache, and by chance my doctor will say well you know you might need glasses or its your jaw that can be causing these pains - check your eyes and if thats not it we will see what else. When I leave and update this to mr curious, he response is 'you dont need to go to the doctors for that - you could have just asked mr.curious'. When I mention anything about not feeling well, he DIAGNOSES me as if he has gone to med school and has some sort of credential. IT DRIVES ME CRAZY..and he knows it.....which makes him want to do it more... as I am typing this out, I can literally hear him say 'do you need dr. curious advice?' My response never changes..........'YOUR NOT A DOCTOR'
Anyways.....this is just one of those random things I felt like blogging about...
Goodnight :)
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Time to my self!
Lately, I have been crazy busy with life and what not like the rest of you all but today I found time for myself. After an extremely long day ...I decided to go swimming alone...I spent about 45 minutes doing laps back and forth. I could feel all my muscles in my body working hard - IT FELT GREAT! Even though after my 45 minute swim I was feeling tired but still did not want to get out of the pool...so I just sat on the steps and watched a couple of kids chase each other under water...it was cute I must say.
Even though I wasn't doing anything, time was passing by really fast...so I stepped out and relaxed in the sauna for another 20 minutes...it was so relaxing. After 20 minutes went by I thought to myself shooot...I gotta go...its 10:30 pm...and I have tons of home work to do for both courses. By the time I got home...I barely did anything but take a shower and attempt to look at a couple of questions for my LSAT course. I managed to answer a few...are they right? I will see Thursday night. I got stuck on this one question where it asked you put television shows in order from the most popular to the least popular. The question got way too complex and I suddenly realized ...I need way more time than what I have right now and aside from all this I felt tired.
Anyways, this is just one of those random thought blogs that I thought I'd share...Good night everyone xox.
Even though I wasn't doing anything, time was passing by really fast...so I stepped out and relaxed in the sauna for another 20 minutes...it was so relaxing. After 20 minutes went by I thought to myself shooot...I gotta go...its 10:30 pm...and I have tons of home work to do for both courses. By the time I got home...I barely did anything but take a shower and attempt to look at a couple of questions for my LSAT course. I managed to answer a few...are they right? I will see Thursday night. I got stuck on this one question where it asked you put television shows in order from the most popular to the least popular. The question got way too complex and I suddenly realized ...I need way more time than what I have right now and aside from all this I felt tired.
Anyways, this is just one of those random thought blogs that I thought I'd share...Good night everyone xox.
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Wow what a weekend!
On Canada day I didn't do anything to crazy in the day, just lounged around at home. In the evening Mr.Curious and I went out and watch some fire works...the fireworks were AMAZING!! - I dont know about you but I would think it would be pretty cool if, instead of waiting for the 1 minute finale with all the crazy fireworks, they should do that all through the show...HOW AMAZING WOULD THAT BE!
I joined an LSAT prep course that took up both my Friday and Saturday morning. It was the first of the classes and we were actually given a pre-test to see where we are at, our stregnths and weaknesses. Boy did I find this extremely hard and did very poorly. I am a bit dissapointed but the course is 3 months long, 3 days a week ...and so I am positive there will be def improvement...I never studied before for this - so I guess its ok to do poorly although it has added some extra stress on my shoulders. After these long days of being tested I decided to get a pedicure with my friends................that was most def relaxing and I suddenly felt stress free haha!
Today I went to an amusement park and I seemed to have burnt my shoulders and back...OUCHY!!! I should have put that 50 sunblock because it was definately needed! Tonight me and Mr. Curious were missing each other so we got together and relaxed outside ...I was feeling pretty tired but I knew he'd pick up my spirits - well I hoped, the strong sun really took its tole. Mr.Curious had an idea because he saw me stare in the sky...he said lets go the airport and watch the planes takeoff/land...and that is exactly what we did and how I ended my long weekend.
Tomorrow is back to work - ugh... and back to school...its my first official 'learning' day so I will def blog about it!
I hope you all had a wonderful and safe long weekend.......but now it is time for me to rest.
Goodnight bloggers!
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Finally a day to relax and yesterday's thoughts
Today I finally got a day to relax. I have had such a long week, early school mornings and late working nights. I enjoyed my day off with Mr.curious...I had such a busy week that I barely got to spend any time with him...but today made up for it :). We just relaxed, talked, and enjoyed eachothers company - he is the best !!
Last night, I worked until 10 pm...I got the opportunity to meet a new employee. She got comfortable very fast and felt the need to explain her past history. I wont get into that but she definately has hurt and has been hurt in the past. With out even her having to explain her past it was evident in her outlook on life. I felt for her - and did not say anything because I do not know her too well, and not sure how she'd react.
I have a point to this story, in which I will get to, promise. The mail delievry guy comes in often so he is able to distinguish whose new and whose not. He began to talk to her as I stood beside her and she also felt very comfortable telling him, her past history. He on the other hand was different from me, he decided to give her his opinion. He felt that she has a negative out look on life - although he does not know her own journey he did say 'your are the captain of your destiny, you have a say'. Out of everything they talked about that interested me the most...and maybe right now this individual does not agree or even realise that that is really good advice. Its sometimes hard to take advice but we always have to remember that when you think you have it bad, someone out there really does have it worst. Your not alone in this place that we sometimes feel like we are...we just need to learn from the past, and put your mind forward, you gotta think positive because your mind works stronger than you think. Anyways...I just thought I'd share strong words that came my way yesterday.
I hope you all have a wonderful long weekend :)
S.
Last night, I worked until 10 pm...I got the opportunity to meet a new employee. She got comfortable very fast and felt the need to explain her past history. I wont get into that but she definately has hurt and has been hurt in the past. With out even her having to explain her past it was evident in her outlook on life. I felt for her - and did not say anything because I do not know her too well, and not sure how she'd react.
I have a point to this story, in which I will get to, promise. The mail delievry guy comes in often so he is able to distinguish whose new and whose not. He began to talk to her as I stood beside her and she also felt very comfortable telling him, her past history. He on the other hand was different from me, he decided to give her his opinion. He felt that she has a negative out look on life - although he does not know her own journey he did say 'your are the captain of your destiny, you have a say'. Out of everything they talked about that interested me the most...and maybe right now this individual does not agree or even realise that that is really good advice. Its sometimes hard to take advice but we always have to remember that when you think you have it bad, someone out there really does have it worst. Your not alone in this place that we sometimes feel like we are...we just need to learn from the past, and put your mind forward, you gotta think positive because your mind works stronger than you think. Anyways...I just thought I'd share strong words that came my way yesterday.
I hope you all have a wonderful long weekend :)
S.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Don't compare your life to others
Today I feel like blogging about something that often bothers me. All of us in life are faced with obstacles that are difficult or feel difficult to over come. Many of us, can put a smile on our faces and try to cope with what we have. Alot of us try not to talk about our personal life with those who maybe 'outsiders', which to them, they probably feel like you have it all. The reason I think that...is because it is evident by their attitude and expressions towards your life.
I saw something very powerful on the internet and decided to save it, it said "Don't Compare your life with others, you have no idea what their journey is all about". This is so true and so powerful. I dont like to tell people how they should think but...I do think people should consider this before judging someones personal life. I come from a world that I am blessed in the sense to come home to family, to be given the opportunity to go to school and what not but I am most definately faced with obstacles. Like many, I choose not to talk about my obstacles on my lifes course except to really close friends, and therefore for those who see me from the 'outside' world see a shield. Many people place an invisable shield which blocks out the ability to express their obstacles or paths in their own journey. I think this is totally ok and acceptable...what I don't think is okay though is those outsiders always judging because they don't truly know that persons journey nor do they need to know.
Your life is your life, my life is my life......all that should really matter is living it, loving it, and learning from it. What makes you happy, is all that really matters, what other people have to say or judge is rooted from the unhappiness in their life. As hard as it maybe, the important thing is, never feel discourage or bothered my the judgement of others on your life journey.
Anyways, that was on my mind..........on a different note...today was a long day for me at work, but I was happy to be headed home, but got completely soaked from the rainy weather. I am happy to finally be home, but am toooo lazy to do laundry...I desperately need to start it lol.
Tomorrow is my mommy's birthday...and the first day of the LSAT prep course I joined. Although I am skipping out on the course and will re-make it on Friday because we are going for dinner :)
S.
Friday, June 25, 2010
Never wait til the last minute...
It took me sooo long to finally get my G....well it felt like it anyways. I know it may not be the biggest accomplishment...but it was to me yesterday!
Where I live, after getting your G2 (where you are able to drive alone)...you have 5 years to take another test where you have your complete liceans.
Now many people encouraged me not to wait the 5 years because I will soon pick up my own driving techniques and what was taught to me by the driving schools will soon fade. Of course...I did not listen...like how hard can it truly be? I thought to my self
Anyways...I decided last August to take the first test...because I figured in case I fail...I have one more year to re-do the test...but I was confident of course, that I would pass. So I get to the counter...and the man was rude and blunt. He had told me that I missed my appointment and it was at 9 am, not 1 pm...and I had to pay $75 again. I assured him that I would NEVER make an appointment that early...especially if I am driving on the highway...unfortunately he made me pay again...I had no choice and I was trying to remain calm. Shortly after, this woman is walking towards my car - she checks if the car is safe to drive (checking lights, signals and horn). We than proceeded to the test...I am driving on the road feeling very confident still...5 minutes into the test and the woman in a stern voice says "Mam, you are going 49 in a school zone, SLOW DOWN"...I suddenly felt my confidence crush...and new it went down hill from there. BUT...slowly I began to feel okay because she continued to make me do things on the test...and complimented my merging on the highway. We finally get back to the drive centre when she asks me to shut my car off and passes me my paper that says FAILED!...she was very serious when mentioning that there is a zero tolerance in a school zone. I was crushed when she left the car...I began crying..and I drove away feeling silly.
I wanted to get it over with so I decided to book again for the end of August...I pay online- everything is good...but suddenly the Ministry decides to go on strike for 5 and half months pushing my test all the way to February! So I get to the test centre...same routine...I wait in my car for the instructor to come check if the car is good to go...and SUDDENLY.... my back break light was NOT working. So of course...I could not do the test and I lost 50 % of the money. I started to get very fusterated but there was nothing I can do. Once again I felt silly because I should have checked before going to the centre ...sooo I made an appointment for June 10...but I enrolled in a summer course that I had an exam at the same time I had my G...so of course I had to re schedule my G.
Yesterday.......I get there...with my car checked...everything was a GO...except the man at the counter asked me if I'd like to re-schedule my test because there is alot of traffic on the highway...it will be a 2 hour wait. I decided to wait!!!!!!!!!!...I had too. There was no 2 hour wait...it was 10 minutes. I proceeded to drive...and was shaking ...my instructor knew I was very nervous and told me to calm down. He tried to create conversation with me and before I knew it I was DONE DONE DONE. He told me to shut my car off (I began to get nervous)...he told me that I PASSED........but this time I was going TOO SLOW ...
Anyways...my lesson was learnt, try to never wait too long, it may cost you, your time and alot of money.........but on a brighter note....I PASSED :)
Where I live, after getting your G2 (where you are able to drive alone)...you have 5 years to take another test where you have your complete liceans.
Now many people encouraged me not to wait the 5 years because I will soon pick up my own driving techniques and what was taught to me by the driving schools will soon fade. Of course...I did not listen...like how hard can it truly be? I thought to my self
Anyways...I decided last August to take the first test...because I figured in case I fail...I have one more year to re-do the test...but I was confident of course, that I would pass. So I get to the counter...and the man was rude and blunt. He had told me that I missed my appointment and it was at 9 am, not 1 pm...and I had to pay $75 again. I assured him that I would NEVER make an appointment that early...especially if I am driving on the highway...unfortunately he made me pay again...I had no choice and I was trying to remain calm. Shortly after, this woman is walking towards my car - she checks if the car is safe to drive (checking lights, signals and horn). We than proceeded to the test...I am driving on the road feeling very confident still...5 minutes into the test and the woman in a stern voice says "Mam, you are going 49 in a school zone, SLOW DOWN"...I suddenly felt my confidence crush...and new it went down hill from there. BUT...slowly I began to feel okay because she continued to make me do things on the test...and complimented my merging on the highway. We finally get back to the drive centre when she asks me to shut my car off and passes me my paper that says FAILED!...she was very serious when mentioning that there is a zero tolerance in a school zone. I was crushed when she left the car...I began crying..and I drove away feeling silly.
I wanted to get it over with so I decided to book again for the end of August...I pay online- everything is good...but suddenly the Ministry decides to go on strike for 5 and half months pushing my test all the way to February! So I get to the test centre...same routine...I wait in my car for the instructor to come check if the car is good to go...and SUDDENLY.... my back break light was NOT working. So of course...I could not do the test and I lost 50 % of the money. I started to get very fusterated but there was nothing I can do. Once again I felt silly because I should have checked before going to the centre ...sooo I made an appointment for June 10...but I enrolled in a summer course that I had an exam at the same time I had my G...so of course I had to re schedule my G.
Yesterday.......I get there...with my car checked...everything was a GO...except the man at the counter asked me if I'd like to re-schedule my test because there is alot of traffic on the highway...it will be a 2 hour wait. I decided to wait!!!!!!!!!!...I had too. There was no 2 hour wait...it was 10 minutes. I proceeded to drive...and was shaking ...my instructor knew I was very nervous and told me to calm down. He tried to create conversation with me and before I knew it I was DONE DONE DONE. He told me to shut my car off (I began to get nervous)...he told me that I PASSED........but this time I was going TOO SLOW ...
Anyways...my lesson was learnt, try to never wait too long, it may cost you, your time and alot of money.........but on a brighter note....I PASSED :)
Thursday, June 24, 2010
First time blogger!
Hello to the blogging world,
I'd like to start off my first blog about letting you know a little about me. I am 22 years old and am in my last year of my undergrad in Sociology, and if you are wondering...Yes I truly do love sociology. My hopeful plan is to write my LSAT's test this coming October and possibly go to law school.
I enjoy the company of my immediate family members, close friends and boyfriend. Like always, we butt heads time to time, but I love them all so much.
I am not too much of a sporty girl but I do enjoy the outdoors...I enjoy working out, but the difficult part is getting there - once I'm there...I'm motivated and ready to burn my calories away. I also love swimminggg........especially on a really hot hot day......so refreshing. Other hobbies of mine consist of reading both fictional and non fictional books - they keep you sharp and on the ball.
I learnt that life isn't just about find out who you are but rather its about creating who you are. I plan on using this blog to express my feelings, and keep daily (try to keep daily) updates about anything that is going on in my life or something thats on my mind :)
Anyways, I am really excited to start following other great blogs :)
xoxo
S.
I'd like to start off my first blog about letting you know a little about me. I am 22 years old and am in my last year of my undergrad in Sociology, and if you are wondering...Yes I truly do love sociology. My hopeful plan is to write my LSAT's test this coming October and possibly go to law school.
I enjoy the company of my immediate family members, close friends and boyfriend. Like always, we butt heads time to time, but I love them all so much.
I am not too much of a sporty girl but I do enjoy the outdoors...I enjoy working out, but the difficult part is getting there - once I'm there...I'm motivated and ready to burn my calories away. I also love swimminggg........especially on a really hot hot day......so refreshing. Other hobbies of mine consist of reading both fictional and non fictional books - they keep you sharp and on the ball.
A little more personal stuff about me...
I learnt that life isn't just about find out who you are but rather its about creating who you are. I plan on using this blog to express my feelings, and keep daily (try to keep daily) updates about anything that is going on in my life or something thats on my mind :)
Anyways, I am really excited to start following other great blogs :)
xoxo
S.
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