Goals for this week.

1. Do all the problems in Renal acid base by Rose. I've given up reading the entire 900 page tome, but doing the problems should be doable.
2. Take care of vaccinations (by the way, I got my flu shot for free at the VA :)
3. Organize dim sum
4. Learn how to section tissue. Do staining and microscopy for the next batch of experiments.

John

Interview season.

I will be going to Presbyterian on December 18th and HCMC on November 12.

Interviewing and travelling were my favorite aspect of the entire application process for medical school. This time around I get to go to Dallas and spend time with Anita. My first impression of Presbyterian was that it was a really nice hospital. Right now Parkland is my first choice, but Presbyterian is a close second. I've not heard anything about Baylor Dallas, but since it is in Dallas it is my default third choice.


John

More random info.

Outfitting the kitchen

• A few sharp knives

• Microplane grater

• Stainless-steel mixing bowls

• Measuring cups and spoons

• Colander

• Baking sheets

• Whisks, spatulas, wooden spoons.

• A mini food processor

• Sauté pans (a small one for omelets, two larger ones for vegetables, meats and fish; 8- 10- and 12-inch) and a pot to boil water for pasta and to make stock (4- to 6-quart).

• Heavy Dutch oven for stews and braising

• A couple of saucepans for sauces, heating up soups, etc.

• Small roasting pan and rack for chicken

• Small loaf pan

• Custard cups for gratins

• A blender

• Toaster oven

• Microwave oven for thawing and reheating

Updating leftovers:

• Soups: Change garnish or add a protein

• Stews: Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, noodles or polenta

• Steak: Use in steak salad

• Farro: Use as salad, add to soup

• Vegetables: Use in salads, pasta, risotto, soup or frittata

• Salmon or tuna: Use in salad or pasta

• Chicken: Use in salad, soup, pasta, risotto or sandwich

• Shrimp: Use in salad, soup, quesadilla, pasta

• Rice: Use in soup or salad

I saved this in my blog for future reference when I get married.

What to keep in stock

If you have the basics on hand, you'll never go hungry. You can either add them to leftovers you've got in the refrigerator or freezer or whip up something new. Obviously, what you buy depends on how you eat. If you love Chinese food, for example, you'll want to stock soy sauce, chili paste and peanut oil. For Indian cuisine, make it mustard seeds, garam masala and cumin.

Here are some general suggestions to get you started. Just buy the very best you can afford. And buy small amounts, unless it's something you think you'll use often.

THE PANTRY

• Olive oil

• Vinegar (balsamic, red wine)

• Mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, soy sauce

• Kosher salt, sea salt, pepper

• Chili powder, ground cinnamon

• Salsa

• Canned beans (kidney, black, cannellini, garbanzo)

• Low-sodium canned chicken or vegetable broth

• Flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, vanilla

• Dried beans, lentils, pasta, rice

• Dried fruit (raisins, dates, prunes, apricots)

• Cereal (oatmeal and Wheaties or other favorites)

• Potatoes, onions, garlic

• Tuna

• Tomatoes (diced, sauce, paste)

• Peanut butter

• Jam

• Chocolate chips, unsweetened cocoa

THE REFRIGERATOR

• Eggs

• Milk, cream

• Cheese (parmesan, cheddar, Swiss, goat or blue)

• Carrots, celery

• Yogurt

• Cottage cheese

• Oranges, lemons

THE FREEZER

• Chicken breasts

• Shrimp

• Hamburger

• Nuts (to keep them from going rancid)

• Fresh ginger (lasts much longer — grate it while it's still frozen)

• Unsalted butter (to keep it from going rancid)

• Frozen peas and corn

• Bread, English muffins or bagels

John

My email account crashed!

Yikes, I lost the contact info for Presbyterian and HCMC. I'll wait a day to see if they can recover my data.

John

Residency Interviews!

I just received a couple emails for interviews at HCMC and Presbyterian Dallas. Yeah!!!!!!!

JRH

Tuxedo

Did you know that tuxedo is a derivation of a native American word. In fact, it was used by the Alqonquin tribe to denote the place for their chief (big bear). As usual, the word was eventually corrupted by the big bad Western people. One dead white guy stole some piece of land from the Indians and named the place Tuxedo. It is actually an upscale community in New York where people used to party in swanky dinner jackets which came to be known as tuxedoes.

More trivia (I stole this from a website).

Each culture, religious, national, and ethnic group have their own unique traditions surrounding marriage and the wedding ceremony. These traditions are as diverse and varied as mankind itself. The stories surrounding the origin of these traditions are not only interesting but provide an insight into understanding each group and the conditions present at the time.

Most of the wedding traditions common to the western world date from the time of the Roman Empire and the European Middle Ages. Most of these traditions were born from the civilization (or lack there of), culture, and/or the political and economic requirements of the times.

Most of these "traditions" really have no meaning today and are adhered to simply because "it's always been done that way". Each culture has also adopted traditions from other modern and ancient cultures. For example, today in Japan, most couples have a "western" style wedding ceremony in addition to their "traditional" Japanese wedding ceremony.

Many couples today do not want to be bound by what they consider the "outdated" traditions followed by earlier generations. More and more couples over the last ten years have been designing their own ceremonies (within church limitations). Many couples are also writing their own vows.

Most parts of the modern Christian wedding service have their roots in the traditional Jewish wedding service.

Since most couples do not know how many of these traditions came into being we include this brief overview of some of the traditions associated with weddings in the western world.




THE ORIGIN OF THE "RING FINGER"

In 3rd. century Greece the ring finger was the index finger. In India it was the thumb. The western tradition began with the Greeks who believed that the third finger was connected directly to the heart by a route that was called "the vein of love."




THE ORIGIN OF THE "WEDDING RING"

Rings were used as currency in the Middle East prior to the advent of coinage and were a sign of a persons wealth. In ancient times the wedding ring was thought to protected the bride from "evil spirits". Ancient Roman wedding rings were made of iron.

In early Rome a gold band came to symbolize everlastinglove and commitment in marriage. Roman wedding rings were carved with two clasped hands. Very early rings had a carved key through which a woman was thought to be able to open her husband's heart.




THE ORIGIN OF THE "ENGAGEMENT RING"

In 860 A.D., Pope Nicholas I decreed that an engagement ring become a required statement of nuptial intent. He insisted that engagement rings had to be made of gold which signified a financial sacrifice on the part of the prospective husband.




THE ORIGIN OF THE DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING

The diamond engagement ring originated with King Maximillian who presented Mary of Burgundy with a diamond ring in 1477 as a token of his love.

The Venetians Popularized the custom during the 15th. century. Since the diamond was the hardest and most enduring substance in nature it followed that the engagement and marriage would endure forever.




THE ORIGIN OF THE WEDDING CAKE

In the 1st. century B.C. in Rome, the cake was thrown at the bride or broken over her head as one of the many fertility symbols which then were a part of the marriage ceremony.



THE ORIGIN OF THE GROOM'S CAKE

The tradition of a "Groom's Cake" comes from England and Ireland. There, the traditional groom's cake is a fruit cake with white icing. The groom's cake is usually served along with the traditional wedding cake. Today groom's cakes are very often chocolate instead of the traditional fruit cake.



THE ORIGIN OF THE TOAST

The term originates from the sixteenth century. At that time a small piece of bread would be placed in a goblet of wine. The goblet would be passed from guest to guest until it reached the person being honored who would drain the goblet and eat the morsel of bread in the bottom. This tradition is practiced at weddings today - usually in the form of one or more champagne "toasts". The best man has the honor of giving the first toast. Usually the bride and groom remain seated for the toasts while all the guests are usually standing to honor them. The couple may then make a few remarks thanking their families, wedding party members, and guests. They may also "toast" each other or share a "toast" together. Often special glass or silver goblets are used by the bride and groom. /P>




THE ORIGIN OF THE BEST MAN TRADITION

Among the Germanic Goths of northern Europe in 200 A.D., a man usually married a woman from within his own community. However, when there were fewer women, the prospective bridegroom would capture his bride from a neighboring village. The bridegroom was accompanied by his strongest friend (or best friend), who helped him capture his bride.




WHY THE BRIDE STANDS TO THE GROOMS LEFT

After the bridegroom captured his bride, he placed her on his left to protect her, thus freeing his right hand or sword hand against sudden attack.




THE ORIGIN OF THE "HONEYMOON"

After "kidnapping" his bride, the groom would take her and go into hiding. By the time the bride's family tracked them down them, the bride would probably already be pregnant! A "bride price" would then be negotiated.

An earlier source is the early Jewish custom of the bride and groom spending a week together alone immediately after the marriage feast. The earliest reference to this practice is Jacob's marriages to Leah and Rachel.




THE ORIGIN OF THE TERM "WEDDING"

Although some brides were kidnapped, marriage by purchase was the preferred method of obtaining a wife. The "bride price" could be land, social status, political alliances, or cash. The Anglo-Saxon word "wedd" meant that the groom would vow to marry the woman, but it also referred to the bride price (money or barter) to be paid by the groom to the bride's father. The root of the word "wedding" literally means to gamble or wager!



THE ORIGIN OF DOWRIES

As civilizations developed, political, military, and economic ties became very important to prominent families and clans. Arranged marriages were a means of cementing ties between families, middle class family businesses, and countries. A man's daughters, who were considered to be his property in those days, provided a means of securing needed alliances with other families. Thus dowries were introduced as a means attracting and securing the most beneficial family alliances possible.




THE ORIGIN OF THE TERM "TO TIE THE KNOT"

The term "tie the knot" also goes back Roman times. the bride would wear a girdle that was tied in many knots which the groom had the "duty" of untying.




THE ORIGIN OF BRIDAL SHOWERS

Bridal showers were meant to strengthen the ties between the bride and her friends, provide her moral support, and help her prepare for her marriage. Gift giving at showers dates from the 1890's.




THE ORIGIN OF STAG PARTIES

In Sparta, during the height of Greek civilization, soldiers were the first to hold stag parties. The groom would have a party for his friends the night before he was to marry. He would bid farewell to his bachelorhood and pledge his continued allegiance to his comrades.




THE ORIGIN OF THE BRIDAL PARTY

This term has many origins from different cultures. In Anglo-Saxon times, the groom had the help of "bridesmen" or "brideknights" to help him capture and/or escort his bride. Later they would make sure that the bride got to the church and to the groom's home afterwards. The women who accompanied and assisted the bride were called "bridesmaids" or "brideswomen".



THE ORIGIN OF SATURDAY WEDDINGS

In early times, for Christians, Sunday was the original day of choice for weddings because it was not a work day. The Puritan revolution in England during the 17th century changed all that - because the Puritans thought it improper to be festive on the Sabbath. Saturday is the most popular day for wedding now.




THE ORIGIN OF THE TRADITIONAL WHITE WEDDING DRESS

In 1499, Ann of Brittany popularized the white wedding gown. Prior to that time, a woman simply wore her best dress or a new dress without regard to the basic color.




THE ORIGIN OF SOMETHING "OLD", "NEW", "BORROWED", AND "BLUE"

The tradition of carrying carrying one or more items that are "old", "new", "borrowed" and "blue" also comes from English. There is an old English rhyme describing the practice which also mentions a sixpence in the brides shoe. Something old, signifying continuity, could be a piece of lace, jewelry, or a grandmother's handkerchief. Something new, signifying optimism in the future, could be an article of clothing or the wedding rings. Something borrowed, signifying future happiness, could be handkerchief from a happily married relative or friend. Something blue, signifying modesty, fidelity and love, comes from early Jewish history. In early Biblical times, blue not white symbolized purity. Both the bride and groom usually wore a band of blue material around the bottom of their wedding attire, hence the tradition of "something blue". Originally the sixpence was presented to the bride by her future husband as a token of his love. Today, very often, it is the bride's father who places a coin in the brides shoe prior to leaving home for the church.



THE ORIGIN OF WEDDING FLOWERS

From the earliest times, brides have adorned their hair with flowers and carried bunches of flowers. Traditionally, each type of flower had a special meaning and significance in and of itself. Flowers were often thrown at the couple after the ceremony. However today, most brides pick their flowers for color and personal appeal not based on the traditional meaning of particular flowers.

The groom's flower, worn on his lapel, usually matches one of the flowers in his bride's bouquet. This tradition goes back to medieval times when knights wore the colors of their lady in tournaments.




THE ORIGIN OF THE GARTER AND BRIDAL BOUQUET TOSS

In parts of Europe during the 14th contrary, having a piece of the bride's clothing was thought to bring good luck. Guests would literally destroy the brides dress by ripping off pieces of fabric. In order to prevent this, brides began throwing various items to the guests - the garter belt being one of the items.

In order to avoid this problem, it became customary in the 14th century for the bride to toss her garter to the men. Sometimes the men would get drunk, become impatient, and try to remove the garter ahead of time. Therefore, the custom evolved for the groom to remove and toss the garter. With that change the bride started to toss the bridal bouquet to the unwed girls of marriageable age.




WHY IT BECAME "BAD LUCK" FOR THE GROOM TO SEE BRIDE BEFORE THE CEREMONY

Until relatively recently, brides were considered the property of their father. Their futures and husbands were arranged without their consent. The marriage of an unattractive woman was often arranged with a prospective groom from another town without either of them having ever seen their prospective spouse. In more than one instance, when the groom saw his future wife, usually dressed in white, for the first time on the day of the wedding, he changed his mind and left the bride at the altar. To prevent this from happening, it became "bad luck" for the groom to see the bride on the day of the wedding prior to the ceremony.




THE ORIGIN OF THE WEDDING VEIL

Brightly colored veils were worn in ancient times in many parts of the world and were considered a protection against evil spirits Greek and Roman brides for yellow or red veils (representing fire) to ward off evil spirits and demons. At one time, Roman brides were completely covered with a red veil for protection.

In early European history, with the advent of arranged marriages veils served another purpose - to prevent the groom from seeing the brides' face till after the ceremony was over. Brides began to wear opaque yellow veils. Not only could the groom not see in, the bride could not see out! Therefore, the father of the bride had to escort her down the aisle and literally give the bride to the groom.

Nellie Custis, the daughter of Martha Washington, is credited with wearing the first lace veil.

Today, prior to a Jewish wedding ceremony, it is the groom who ritually "veils the bride". This reason for this tradition goes back to the marriage of Jacob to Leah (the older sister) when he thought he was marrying Rachel (the younger sister) whom he loved.




THE ORIGIN OF THE BRIDAL KISS

The kiss dates back to the earliest days of civilization in the Middle East. A kiss was used as the formal seal to agreements, contracts, etc. In Ancient Rome a kiss was still being used as the legal bold to seal contracts. Hence the obvious use of the custom at the end of the wedding ceremony to "seal" the marriage vows.



THE ORIGIN OF THROWING RICE

Rice has been used as a symbol of fertility and as a wish for a "full pantry" in various parts of the world from ancient to modern times. In the past, rice was not the only thing thrown at the bride and groom as the left the wedding. Wheat, instead of rice, was thrown in France, figs and dates were thrown in Northern Africa, and a combination of coins, dried fruit, and candy was thrown in Italy. In some European countries eggs are thrown!

Since rice is harmful to the birds that eat it, birdseed has replaced it for most weddings. Flower petals, confetti, baubles, and balloons are often used today instead of rice.



THE ORIGIN OF TYING OLD SHOES TO THE CAR

This tradition originated in England during the Tudor period. At that time, guests would throw shoes at the bride and groom as they left in their carriage. It was considered good luck if their carriage was hit. Today, more often than not, it is beverage cans that are tied to a couples car instead of shoes. It should also be noted that the English consider it good luck if it rains on their wedding day!



THE ORIGIN OF THE GROOM CARRYING THE BRIDE OVER THE THRESHOLD

Ttraditionally, the bride had to enter her new home the first time through the front door. If she tripped or stumbled while entering it was considered to be very bad luck. Hence the tradition of the groom carrying the bride over the threshold.

John

I love you Anita!

John

uPDATE.

That's what happens when you accidentally turn on the caps lock key.

1. Done with personal statement. Could not have done it without Anita, Justin, Rob, and Dave!
2. Boards was difficult, but I'm glad that I got it over with
3. Did more honeymoon research.
Hint:
1. I will need to pack my speedos and my warm sweaters.
2. Fire.
3. This island was originally called the Sandwich islands.
4. Its European discoverer was killed by the natives.

John

Bloggedy blog blog

Things to do:

1. Personal statement. AAARRgh. I mean how on earth can a residency director tell from a personal statement what kind of individual you are? Hello, I'm John. I'm a med student. I take care of sick people. I make them better. I'm a really nice guy. Really. (Not exactly my personal statement, but pretty close.)
2. Study for boards.
The nice thing about boards is that it has helped me consolidify (that's right!) my knowledge base over the past 4 years.
3. Honeymoon research
Ok, I've got the perfect place. Things to pack: warm sweaters, my infamous speedos.

Favorite song of the moment

"Traveling Light" by Joel Hanson and Sara Groves.

John

I'm ENGAGED!!!!!!!

Ok, so I've got 10 minutes to write about my engagement but I've been practicing my spiel to my friends. Here goes.

On Thursday afternoon my parents arrived at the airport however they didn't know where my gate was. Fortunately they were able to find me :) Anita's parents then graciously took us to the hotel (Wyndham suites in Addington), and then we went to Anita's favorite Japanese restaurant Tokyo One. I made sure I had a full plate with sushi, tempura, beef teriyaki, all the good stuff before I talked to Anita's parents (Definitely can't ask for a blessing on an empty stomach :). When I was almost done with asking Anita's parents, my parents piped in and said "We support our son." Then Anita's parents gave us our blessing.

Friday, I had to fix the fiasco that is Sam's club. They promised to have the ring resized in 2-3 weeks, but they reneged on their order, On top of that they threatened to have a 25% surcharge. DON'T BUY JEWELRY AT SAMS'S CLUB!!!!! So I went to Zales and got a really good deal on a cute princess cut diamond on a Tiffany setting. Alright, so I still had to figure out where I had to propose. My initial plan was to go to a gondola ride in Minnesota, however since I was planning on surprising Anita in Dallas I had to nix that idea. The good news is that there is a gondola ride in Irving Texas approx. 15 minutes from the airport. Usually the gondolas are booked 2 weeks in advance, but I was able to book it for Saturday night :)

Saturday is the big day, but it was raining all day long. At noon, my future in laws and I went to meet a missionary couple. We prayed together that God would stop the rain for us. Meanwhile, Anita still has no clue that I'm in Dallas because she went to a conference in Atlanta. At 7:45 pm, I surprised her by putting my hands around her eyes. She wasn't able to scream because she was eating her dinner (her parents' delaying tactic :). We then spent an hour just talking with each other by the docks. The gondola then arrived at the scene and we had a very romantic serenade in Mandalay canals. I thought it was a good moment to propose. However I put the ring on the right hand instead of the left. Anita started laughing hysterically and I was wondering what I did wrong. She told me, and the best part was that she said YES!

I'm completely overjoyed! It was definitely a weekend to remember!


John

New pun

My girlfriend is working for Law Review, so last night on the phone I told her that I "lawrev iew".

John

Bonhoeffer

One of the most influential theologians in my life has been Dietrich Bonhoeffer. For those who do not know him, he was one of the earliest people to oppose Hitler's regime. One of his most famous quotes (I'm paraphrasing now) "When Christ calls us to follow Him, He bids us come and die." Ok, so I've always intrepreted his statements to mean that we should shed on our old nature behind and to put on Christ. But what if, a big if, God actually called you to take his command literally? In fact that is what happened to him, when he died in a concentration camp about a month prior to the liberation of Germany. Another interesting thing is his comment about a Christian for others in the context of a community. I sincerely believe that it is impossible to be a Christian outside of a community of faith. Another concept is the concept of cheap grace and costly grace. Since God gave His own Son to die on the cross, then there can be no question that our grace comes at a cost.

More thoughts about grace later,


John

Ok, it's been awhile since I blogged.

Things to do

1. Bike to Stillwater from North St. Paul (25 mile loop)
2. Swim in a lake
3. Finish the stupid Clin Med projects

Sometimes people who claim to be Christian get hung up on all these nonessentials of faith. Let me elaborate.

Am I an postdiluvian rube or a flat earth preterist? Ok, so I'm b.s.ing again. I'm neither, in fact I'm an amillienial nonpreterist and a 4.5/5 point Calvinist. Do you know what that means? Neither do I, although I'm pretty sure I'm well within the realms of orthodoxy. When you just read the above sentences, you can see that none of those terms are in the bible. Sometimes you gotta explain things in really simple terms. More of that to come.

A few days ago Bill Bright, the founder of Campus Crusade passed away. I'm really saddened by that loss, but he is with Jesus now.


John

New Favorite Thing

Ah, I just decided that I love to smile at unknowing veterans. It is really nice to see them beam back a smile at me even though they've gone through so much more pain and anguish than me. Another cool thing is listening to them pronounce medications. Here is this old Swede trying to pronounce lisinopril. He ended up saying I take my Lipril at night. It is also fascinating to hear him talk about his new lady friend, and just listening him describe how he is trying to get her to learn English (she's from Ukraine). After she went to adult school, she was able to tell him that she can do anything his late wife could have done. Hmmmm ....

Life is good, especially if you're nice to one another :)


John

More quotes

"I believe ... when I ... I feel .... pleasure."

Ok, boys and girls. Where is this quote from?

Here is a few hints:

1. His favorite song is set to the tune Finlandia.
2. He has a sister.
3. He majored in biology.
4. He loves China.

Give up?

Well, I've decided to put a very Johnesque spin to this quote.

"I believe the Lord made me for a purpose; he made me to be a doctor, but he also made me a little bit quirky, and when I tease Anita and make awesome puns I feel the Lord's pleasure."

As for puns, you can tell that the answers to the 4 questions almost fit me to a tee, but it actually refers to Eric Liddell. You see that I've just made an extended pun comparing me to Eric (I did that to feel the Lord's pleasure ;). Eric is actually one of the greatest runners ever. He won the 400 meter Olympic race after withdrawing from 100 meters (his best race) due to principle. Yet he gave his life serving the Lord in China, despite having the chance to receive all the accolades in this world. You see receiving the Lord's pleasure is better than any pleasure in this world.

Here is the actual quote from my favorite movie of all time, Chariots of Fire:





"I believe the Lord made me for a purpose; he made me to be a missionary in China, but he also made me fast, and when I run I feel the Lord's pleasure."

Quotes from Internet surfing (Anita should find this funny)

He continued to dry my car and said, "We Presbyterians believe in predestination, don’t we?" I said, "Well, some of us do." He asked, "How do you understand Romans 8:28 where it says ‘Those whom He foreknew, he predestined’?"

I thought, "Whoa!" I said, "Well, I don’t understand it to be double predestination. I don’t believe that God has predestined some people to go to hell and some people to go to heaven. Romans 8:28 is primarily about the security of the believer in Christ." That was okay for him. He kept going.

He said, "Our Presbyterian eschatology is amillennial." I thought, "Am I on ‘Candid Camera’?" He said, "The great thing about being amillennial is that we believe that Jesus Christ is already Lord. The Fundamentalists believe that one day Jesus will come back and be made Lord, but we believe Jesus when he said "all authority on heaven and earth has been given to me." We are already in the kingdom spiritually, and some day we will be in the kingdom physically." I said, "I know that; I know that."

He asked if there were a big vault above the pulpit in my church. "Is there a lot of empty space above your head when you are preaching so that people can look up into that empty space?" I said, "Yeah." He said, "Yes! Yes!" I asked why that was so good. He said, "Because that’s where Christ is, and only Christ should be the center of worship."

We are here with Christ at the center of our sanctuary, the center of our worship, the center of our work, the center of our business, the center of our leisure, the center of our sports, the center of our lives.

John

Alright, alright.

Ok, I fess up for being too lazy to write a blog. Much has happened over the past few months, but since I havn't written about it I'll leave it unblogged.

Doing research

I'm really excited about starting research again. I will probably work with Dr. Rosenberg or Dr. Sagal on kidney stem cells or a transgenic mice. I still don't know all the details yet, but I'll certainly write more about it. For my previous research, check out sivb.org and click on the article about ecotropic murine leukemia virus.

Applying for residency

I've got to be more on the ball with my application. So far, I've narrowed it down to UT Southwestern, HCMC, U of M, and maybe UCLA. It is just a major pain to apply to all of these programs. At least it is better than applying to medical school.

John

My goodness, my share of all my blogs has disappeared. Hmmm .... maybe I havn't blogged in awhile.

I had a really awesome time doing Medicine II and HCMC, and now I'm pretty sure I'll go into internal medicine. On the other hand, Ob has been kinda easy, but not too terribly interesting. The only thing is that they require a ton of reading assignments. Probably gonna skim it, and do the questions instead. Just spent over a couple of hours reading, and I'm only on page 60 (very depressing, 600 pages total).

Back to work.


John

Dearest Anita,

Thanks for

Always Being Caring
Deliciously Exquisite Face
Gracious Hostess
Illuminating John
Loving Kiwi
Many Nights Of Phonecalls
(Thought of using something that starts with P and rhymes with fashion)
Quiet Radiance
Sweetness
Thoughtfulness
Understanding
Very Worthwhile eXhortations
Your Zeal


John

Sorry for not updating in such a long time. My excuses are that I wanted to spend more time with my beloved one, instead of updating the blogs. Yup, that is such a sorry excuse but I'm sticking with it. She is such an amazing person and time passes by so quickly, sigh .... I can't wait until the next time we meet.

New stuff:

Internal medicine.

I am going to be an internal medicine doc, but somehow it's been hard to not get involved emotionally about the patient. Confidentiality won't allow me to disclose any info, but I've been coming home fairly depressed each day. Gotta learn to be more detached. Gotta go back to the lessons I've learned since I was a child.

For I am not my own ..... Heidelberg Question #1.


John