Thursday, June 19, 2008
Eliora in hospital
On Monday night, Eliora vomitted suddenly while we were watching tv programme. She continued to vomit when we tried to give her water (with some sugar) to prevent dehydration. The more we gave, the more she vomitted. I decided that she needed to see a doc. Called my bro to help drive us down to NUH A&E. We reached there about 11 plus pm. They gave her a jab to stop vomiting so that she could be hydrated. After 2 hours, the medication did not have any effect. She still vomitted even though I gave a a mere 2 ml of liquid. The doc suggested that she be admitted and put on drip to prevent dehydration.
Waited quite a while. Finally in the ward about 3 am. Then another long wait before the MO came to examine and confirm the need to drip her. Then another wait for the houseman to do the insertion. Had to be chased out when they did it. She was a brave girl. Cried a little and then was quiet. She did not cry when I went back in to carry and hug her. Later, when they open up the bandage, I realised that they were only successful then they tried on the second time. Heartache!
Thank God that she later could drink and eat and retain them. Stay there another night to observe that she is finally well. When she was well, the bed was too small a playground. Had to carry her, and push the drip around for a few stroll as she was really really bored.
Anyway, she is back home. YAY! Well and active.
Thank God for his mercy. Amen.
tse horng blogged at 6:52 AM
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Back
Family pic at the famous Queen Head in YeLiu.
Back from Taiwan. Enjoyed the time away from work and Singapore and be with family.
I must say I am dead tired. Waking up in 5 am to bath and get ready and breakfast at 6 plus so tat we can move out by 8 am is no joke. Esp when I have to get 3 kids ready. Many things to thank God for.
1. Good weather. The forecast was storm in Taipei. Instead it was drizzle on the second day and storm only on the day we were leaving, actually on the van that was sending us to airport. The weather was shiny and bright!
2. Good health. Aparts from motion sickness b'cos of the winding mountainous road. Hanern threw out in the middle of his sleep on the last night. Thank God he din after that.
3. Safety!
4. Enjoyable time, though there were hiccups like a lousy guide and some not so pleasant meals. Otherwise, we enjoyed it!
Wednesday, June 04, 2008
Back and ready to go
I am back from China. Interesting trip to see culture that is near to my root and yet very different.
One funny episode was the dinner hosted by the Superintendent of the Education bureau of that district. He, his deputy and principals will take turn to come and toast. One at a time. Can you imagine, at least 10 persons will come and toast to you. You had to stop eating and stand up to accept the toast. Then we have to follow suit too, to move around and toast.
Good thing was my Principal and the other Principal insisted in not drinking liqour. I made it easier for me to drink watermelon juice instead of wine. :-)
Wuxi is the place when one of my favourite composer was born. He was the place he composed his famous "Moon reflected on the Second Spring". There is a Second Spring in Wuxi. The composer is a blind taoist by name of HuaYenJun, nick-named Ah Bin. Took a pic of the giant score.
Anyway, I am looking forward to my family' trip to Taiwan. Do pray for good weather and health and God's protection and provision.
tse horng blogged at 12:25 AM
