Survivor

Waaaaa. I have the most awkward hands. XD

Photos by Tajen Sui

And thanks to Frances for the curlers. Hihi

I call myself a survivor because this school week is finally over and I'm still here---ALIVE!

I could vividly recall the anxiety I had when the schedule for this past week was given out. Well, if you'd allow me to share what actually happened, my week pretty much went like this:

**Module 4 Exam (Monday)
**1st SGD session (Monday)
**Deadline of Research Homework (Tuesday)
**Pathology Exam (Tuesday)
**Microbiology Exam (Tuesday)
**Film Showing with Reaction Paper (Wednesday)
**2nd SGD Session (Wednesday)
**FCM Exam (Thursday)
**Submission of Reaction Papers (Friday)
**Community Visit despite the mud and the VERY strong rain (Friday)
**3rd SGD Session (Friday)
**Finally got my brows done and a new haircut (Friday)
**OMG, I found the perfect hairstylist (Friday)
**Some retail therapy (Friday)
**Had 10 hours of sleep after ages (Friday)
**Woke up and felt like I had a hangover (Saturday)
**1st time to eat a whole cup of rice after so many weeks or months (Saturday)
**College of Med Acquaintance Party (Saturday)

***all that plus lectures in between***

HAHA. That went by quickly, I would say.
Next week will be less stressful (just two exams and a quiz!). Yayyyy!
They always say that sophomore year is the toughest and oh my golly, that's slowly sinking in. Exams in med school are like oxygen -- one couldn't just live without them. In our case, with a PBL curriculum, it's exams + SGDs. Whew.

To all aspiring doctors, enjoy your undergrad years! Don't rush yourselves toward medical school. This path is no joke. What comforts though is the fact that all sacrifices will have corresponding gains in the end. That's for sure. :D

Much love,
Mela


P.S. HELP! This is a shoutout to compassionate hearts out there:
I need someone who can take my outfit shots! You don't have to be a professional photographer. I swear it won't be much of a hassle because it only takes 10-15mins to finish. And if you're from the city too, I can just go wherever you're hanging out, and we're done! This is a weekly thing so I'll make sure that the few minutes that I'll borrow won't interfere with your studies/job. Please, please, please.  :(

Call It Spring

Florals will never go out of style. They can do wonders and transform any outfit into something girly. 

I tried to divert from my usual colorful mix this Sunday. I resisted the urge of snatching that pastel yellow top from my closet and opted for something more minimalist and classy -- a black turtleneck and accessories with peach accents to match my shoes. I didn't want to look too made up for church so as to not steal that much attention, hence, I just curled my hair early this afternoon when we went out for snacks. :)

Whew, time flies.

I am barely two days away from Day One of my sophomore year. o.O 

Looking back at my summer vacay, with all the ups and downs and those plans that never took place, I am still very happy and grateful for all the opportunities that God showered me. I met the most number of people and made the most number of friends from different parts of the country in just two months. :) Thank You, Lord! And thank you everyone! This truly is a summer to remember. :D

How was your summer vacay?

Good vibes for S.Y. 2012-2013 to all the students!

Much <3,

Mela

P.S. I regret frowning at most of the photos. :/ If only we can re-shoot. Hehe