Tuesday, March 24, 2015

Fifth Week And Fighting

I don't mean to be negative, but I am so exhausted.  

 Exhausted of being sick.  Shingles is now enjoying its fifth week. I bet his having the time of his life making my life miserable. I keep thinking he came with a planner and an agenda too.

 I feel like taking a nap right now. This is Dizzy in a good mood.

 Last week, I had an appointment with my transplant doctor, and she said that it will take some time to recover. At times, I wish Shingles would take the form of a mean person so that I could punch it on the face and knock it to the ground real good.

Yup, I am getting really impatient.

In the mean(est) of times, I will:
  • continue to push myself and show up at work
  • drag myself to the last three weeks of grad school (almost there)
  • graduate on May 15
  • enjoy this year's blooming of tulips and cherry blossoms
  • look forward to spending time with my cousin, Andrea, and one of my best friends, Weng
  • keep on planning for our Ireland trip (finally, my doctor cleared me for travel)
  • continue to be grateful for everything - that is no matter what the day brings
Here's a face that never fails to make me smile. Daisy when she's ready for a walk.

How about you? What makes you smile? What keeps you fighting? I do hope that today, you find that love, that comfort, that face that makes you smile.
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20 comments:

  1. Photo CacheTuesday, March 24, 2015 at 12:30:00 PM EDT

    Oh, what a killjoy that shingles! You really ought to kick it in the butt. In the mean time I hope planning a trip to Ireland will keep your mind occupied and happy. And congrats on grad day. Graduate school is a major accomplishment, hats off.

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    1. KayniWednesday, March 25, 2015 at 10:14:00 AM EDT

      Thank you. I can't wait to graduate. I still have the research going on, but I'm so ready.

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  2. D@phne L@ur@Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at 9:57:00 PM EDT

    Wow I admire your strong spirit, not focusing on the negative but filling your thoughts with positive plans! Great attitude, Kayni :)

    What makes me smile? Life itself! That and my hubby sense of humor (even though there are days he is not on my good side hehe) along with a supportive sister and parents.

    Hope you feel better soon so you can smile more.

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    1. KayniWednesday, March 25, 2015 at 10:15:00 AM EDT

      Thank you, Daphne.

      Oh yes, family is definitely the number reason to smile.

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  3. AngeliWednesday, March 25, 2015 at 2:51:00 AM EDT

    Hi, kayni. I'm glad you'll be able to travel again. I know that that's one of the things that make you happy.
    What me smile? You just game me an idea for a new blog post. Thank you.

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    1. KayniWednesday, March 25, 2015 at 10:16:00 AM EDT

      Hi Angeli, Yes, travel is something that I enjoy. It takes me away from my "work" life...lol.

      I hope you'll do a post on what makes you smile. I'd love to read it.

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  4. edelweizaWednesday, March 25, 2015 at 10:39:00 PM EDT

    I fight for myself. It all starts with myself. And from there, I can fight for other people na, like my husband and family. And even friends. That's why we have to love and fight for ourselves first, so that our love and bravery will overflow that we can share them with others, too. It's the same thing with wealth and other important things in life, I guess. :)

    P.S. You'll fully recover soon. It's just a matter of time. This too shall pass! Aja! :)

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    1. KayniThursday, March 26, 2015 at 12:54:00 PM EDT

      I agree. You have to start with yourself, then you can start fighting for other people. Nicely put.

      Thank you. I am taking each day as it comes.

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  5. Kero PinkihanThursday, March 26, 2015 at 1:09:00 AM EDT

    Massive round of applause for the big Grad Day!! Dizzy sure looks adorable! Little C here also found a cat and they sleep together every night.

    How beautiful is Daisy! lately it's the dogs that make my days brighter -- there's four of them and ever always wanting fun!

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    1. KayniThursday, March 26, 2015 at 12:55:00 PM EDT

      I'm glad Little C found a furry friend.

      I find Daisy very therapeutic. She's very protective of me. It must be nice to have four dogs.

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  6. AnonymousThursday, March 26, 2015 at 8:39:00 AM EDT

    Your pets are lovely! Hope you feel better soon.

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    1. KayniThursday, March 26, 2015 at 12:56:00 PM EDT

      Thank you. I keep hoping to feel better soon as well. I don't like posting about Shingles all the time. I hope to post happier posts soon.

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  7. AnonymousFriday, March 27, 2015 at 1:26:00 AM EDT

    Ang tagal ng shingles..Anyway, enjoy the weekend. :)

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  8. AnonymousSaturday, March 28, 2015 at 3:13:00 AM EDT

    Dear Kayni, best wishes for your health. My dog always makes me smile too :)

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    1. KayniSaturday, March 28, 2015 at 3:31:00 PM EDT

      Hi Indah, Thank you for visiting. I hope to feel better soon too.

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  9. arabesqueSunday, March 29, 2015 at 10:19:00 AM EDT

    Hi Kayni, I'm really glad you're feeling better and stronger now. ^0^
    Having to deal with Shingles isn't a funny thing, let alone your bone transplant.
    very brave of you talaga.
    My mom had shingles way back years ago, and it all got us real worried,

    I am actually familiar with your blog tnx to dear Maria, but will be my first time to say Hi! ^0^
    I do hope your travel plans will push through.
    I haven't been to Ireland so I;m excited as you are.

    it's the simple things is life like reading a book or watching my fave soap and just hang about that makes me happy. ^0^

    my family is and always be an inspiration and my reason for living and fighting, no matter how sometimes discouraging life can be.

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    1. KayniMonday, March 30, 2015 at 10:30:00 AM EDT

      Hi Arabesque, Thank you for your comment. I do hope this is my last post about shingles. What a wonderful response to what makes you happy. I really enjoyed reading it.

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  10. viviene @ thejourneyofawomanMonday, March 30, 2015 at 3:56:00 AM EDT

    Ouch.. Sorry to hear shingles is still bothering you at this time.. Hope you get better soon! Just try to think about the Ireland trip hihi.. Im sure it will make you forget about shingles hehe

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    1. KayniMonday, March 30, 2015 at 10:26:00 AM EDT

      Thank you, Viviene. I know, I'm so tired of blogging about shingles. I'll certainly keep thinking about my trip.

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