When will my life begin

This really hits hard.

Coffee is life

Who doesn't like coffee?

Perhaps there are a minute number of people who doesn't but I belong to the other side of the spectrum who has a penchant for coffee.

My sister and I plan to have a midnight snack (or dinner) since we're famished and ordered at Burger King through the Grab app. We wanted to have coffee too so we also got their Iced Mocha Coffee and I'm in love with it. I already love their coffee float but I was delighted to discover an addition to my favorites.

Rice in the cooker spoils fast. What should I do?

In a typical Filipino household (and culture), rice is a staple food that is why there is an ongoing meme that says rice is life. Have you ever experienced forgetting to put the cooked rice in the fridge and then you found it spoiled because laid there in the cooker? I think that every one had probably already experienced it once or two. And then the next time you cook the rice in that same cooker (though it's already thoroughly washed and cleaned), it seems the next cooked rice tends to spoil faster?

Some tip that I got before was to put salt in the rice. But the ultimate hack that I discovered was to clean it thoroughly and then put the cleaned cookware (pot) in the gas stove without anything and open the fire into high heat. If you can already sense heat in your hand when you place it an inch or two from the surface of the pot, turn off the heat and let it cool. Do it every time there is spoilage. I got this idea because I thought since bacteria causes the spoilage, we should eliminate the bacteria first. Mind you, I've also tried putting sodium hypochlorite (Zonrox) and letting it sit in the pot for a while but in my opinion I think I'm not satisfied with its effectivity aside from the fact that we are using chemicals that deals directly with our food.

Anyway, bacteria thrives in moisture and heat. The bad thing about in our rented apartment, there is a very high humidity and bad ventilation. So food tends to spoil fast.  I thought that the little gaps that might be a breeding spot for the bacteria in the pot so exposing it to high heat would probably kill it.

And that's it! Hope it helps!

Sanegeal Farmhear

There are a lot of things that I'm grateful for

 There are a lot of things that I'm grateful for

I've been mulling over for a moment (while listening to Christian songs) and realized that there are a lot of things that I'm grateful for (and should be).

Funny how I can clearly see how the adults become frail and vulnerable, and we, the once children, are now the adults. It is scary of what lies ahead but it feels exhilarating.

We now need to step up and be accountable for us and for those loved ones who surrounds us.

Oh how I wished!

 Oh how I wished I'd hadn't been parentified.

How nice would it be, once for all to decide for oneself without feeling guilty.

Funny how it felt that I was grieving for a lost my childhood. To feel being a child without worries. To seek adventure without hindrances.

Sometimes, I wonder why I exist.

Maybe that's why at some point in time, I stopped dreaming.

My Pending Medical Exam at SM Lazo Medical Clinic experience 2023

My Pending Medical Exam at SM Lazo Medical Clinic experience 2023

If you are going to take your pre-employment medical examination at SM Lazo Medical Clinic, it is better not to divulge any medical histories which you think would not affect your work. Well, it is a different story if this is related to the heart, lungs, blood, kidney and other vital organs. Do not believe it when the referral form from your agency says that it is imperative to declare conditions to minimize expenses (in fact, it did the opposite for me!)

As a believer of being honest in everything that I say and do, I definitely made a costly mistake of declaring all the medical histories which I have and was really appalled when the examining physician required me to have 2 medical clearances. I was contesting why they would still need this as one is a hereditary skin condition and the other is diagnosed during childhood and does not affected me at all which never needed any medical intervention or consultations in my previous employments. The doctor said that the agency is the one who is strict (which I think is a load of B.S. as they are the ones who decides fit to work) Now I get it why there are a lot of negative feedbacks in the Google reviews and in the support forum groups.

I was willing to pay for the medical clearance from their consultants available but I was disappointed and angry that I had to go to their respective clinics on different locations. I went to the nearby clinic of the referred doctor and the consultant had many patients so the medical secretary advised for me to go have my appointment for another time. I decided to get the medical clearance near me. It didn't helped that there is an ongoing transport strike of the public jeepneys.

I was also nervous at this time as I previously worked in a clinic, I know that before doctors can give you a clearance, you should have a previous history (series of consultations) with them. They should have a basis for that. So I was anticipating that the doctor could give me a diagnostic/laboratory request if it is their prerogative that these were essential.

Fortunately, I saw a familiar name and it turned out that the consultant was one of the doctors that I've worked with during her training period. I don't really like revealing myself to anyone as I don't want to put pressure on people. She said that I looked familiar and then that's the time I did say when. Thank God I was able to get a medical clearance without a fuss.

Overall, it costed me a whooping 11,450 pesos just for the medical - 3750 pesos for the medical exam, 2500 total for the dental cleaning (1500 pesos) and pasta (1000 pesos). For the medical clearances, 1500 for the childhood medical condition and the derma was 3700 pesos. 

One tip that I could give you is to get your dental cleaning or any procedure done with your trusted dentist outside and ask for a dental certificate as this would cost you less.

If ever you need to really declare your medical condition, it is necessary to get a medical clearance from your attending doctor regardless if it is benign or a small matter or not so that you won't experience the same hassle that I did. Bring your IOM TB Certificate and a photocopy if you have one. I didn't bring mine but luckily I had a scanned copy in my e-mail so I forwarded it in the clinics email address instead.

If you had the go signal from your agency to do your pre-employment with this clinic, do it early. It took me 2 weeks before I was cleared and deemed fit to work.

Mei Ying Fresh Lumpia and Fresh Sugarcane Juice

Mei Ying Fresh Lumpia near Lucky Chinatown

I can't help myself but to chomp it down right after I went home

I went to my alma mater for some requested documents that I needed and since I was in Manila, I decided to go to Divisoria. Along the way I bought some fruits (pears and 2 packs of kiat which are sweet). I also planned to go to the street where the vegetables are cheap after taking my lunch at 168 mall but my plan changed because I saw that the street was getting too crowded with people and I was a bit exhausted now. I was not through with my Binondo food trip cravings and saw the Mei Ying Fresh Lumpia and Fresh Sugarcane Juice near Lucky China town Mall which can be found adjacent to J.CO coffee shop. I wanted to try their Fresh Lumpia (being a fan of fresh lumpia myself) which is around 95 pesos, ordered one along with their version of kuchay dumplings which is around 160 pesos for ten pieces. I'd also like to try out their sugarcane juice and machang but I guess this babies will be tried for next time.

I ate the kuchay dumplings in the available stand outside and they serve it with sauce and chili oil. I prefer this kuchay dumplings over the much popular Dong Bei Dumplings. I took home the fresh lumpia as I was already full with the dumplings and I was rearing to get home as soon as possible.

Frankly speaking, I was elated to have tried this because this is the taste that I have been looking for. The fresh lumpia is packed with vegetables, contrary to the usual fresh lumpia which is made up of bamboo shoots. Globe's Lumpia House has this kind of taste before but I don't know what happened and it changed during the pandemic. I think that their quality isn't what it used to be.

VFS Global Biometrics for UKVI for Skilled Worker Visa Experience 2023 - What to do and what to expect

VFS Global Biometrics for UKVI for Skilled Worker Visa Experience 2023 - What to do and what to expect

I was looking and researching for the preparation of the documents needed for the UKVI application as it was not clear whether you'll just bring the original supporting documents despite the size (there is a reminder that you can photocopy it into A4 size if it is smaller or bigger. My confusion lies in the word CAN, so is it optional?)  I was a bit disappointed with the affiliated agency here because I feel that I was not well supported and left hanging with regards to the visa application.

Anyway, let me share my experience so you'll have an idea what I did. I think if the job you got was course through the local agency meaning you've applied for a job via local agency), they would be more hands on based on the YouTube videos of PHRNs to UKRNS and vlogs of nurses like Nurse Even. I was offered a job through a UK agency and they referred me to their partner agency here in the Philippines for the OEC Certificate, so I'm assuming that's why I felt like I'm on my own.

Anyway, at this point in time you might have finished paying (my employer paid for this) the visa and had received an email that it is already paid and you can log in again in your UKVI account to set up an appointment for the biometrics.

Upon logging in, you should download the two forms:

• UK Application Form (the link after the third green tab)
• Documents checklist (first green tab)

Then in clicking the third green tab, I set an appointment for the biometrics in Makati since I'm here in Metro Manila. I chose the afternoon session and the time which was the safest for me because the morning slots where early for me (8 am) for I have to consider the traffic and the whatnots (I don't want to be filled with anxiety on the day).

After you have paid the biometrics appointment for VFS, you will receive an email and appointment confirmation form which you have to print out too. Prepare the UK Application Form, Documents Checklist, Passport and supporting documents. I availed the Document Assistance Scanning and the Courier as per process of the local agency. You'll pay 1904 pesos. Courier is standard only.

Next, do not make the mistake that I did. Print all forms into A4 size outright. Have a clear photocopy/copy of all supporting documents in A4 size, you can have it in black, but it is preferable to have it coloured (the ones that I need to print are colored like the certificate of sponsorship, offer letter). Make 1 copy and put it in a folder.

It is also good that you need to be there at least 30 minutes. It was a good decision that prior to going there, I ate out in Alphaland Southgate Mall. The jeepney ride would entail a 5-10 minutes ride at 13 pesos. I made it there at least 30 minutes and I saw a poster that loitering there is prohibited. I was approached by a security and ask for my purpose. I said that I'm for UK Visa application and he said that they are still letting the people with a 1:30 pm appointment. So I went near the last of the line and found out that there are kioks available like Turks, Master Siomai, Potato Corner, a 7 eleven store and Cafe within the building. VFS is at the 2nd floor.

After slurping a pick up coffee latte, I noticed that there were 3 missed calls and a text from UK visa asking me where I am. I sent back a SMS message that I was already at the place at the back of the line. She messaged me to go upstairs already and called me again as it was already late (mind you it was only 11 mins and my actually appointment time is 19 minutes later). The tone of the caller was a bit off but hey I let it go as long as I finish it through.

Upon taking the escalator, there is an entrance and the lady guard ask me about the appointment and was reluctant to let me in as they are not letting anyone in for the mean time. I told her that somebody from ukvi had called me to go in already. I showed her the text I got and after a while, she checked my bags.

After the bag check area, you'll see a reception area with the countries indicated. Line up and when it was my turn, the receptionist gave me some forms to fill up and then pointed me to the first door on my left. You'll submit it to the personnel on the right side upon entering the entrance. When you avail the document scanning, she'll be the one to sort out

God really moves!

 God really moves!

Keep the faith and remember that life is what you make it. There are things you can't control certainly but you can adjust how to see it.

My God is bigger than my faith

My God is bigger than my faith

I don't know if the universe is just testing me, and the news I got from the agency that slots for deployment are full this year. Placements are based on the demands of the hospitals which they are still waiting for a confirmation. Apparently, after the interview and the offer they made, from what I deduced, a hospital will have to choose you for you to have the final offer. I thought that when you are able to ace the interview you are set to go.

But I am taking this as an opportunity to prepare. I believe that there is always a reason for a delay and He is preparing for what I need. I may be a bit anxious today because of financial constraints, but my God is bigger than my faith. I remember that when it feels and gets hard, that's the time that you have to persevere and pursue because it just means that you are nearing your goal.

TB IOM Test

 

Set an appointment through email

They will email you back for the form that you will need to fill out and send it to them.

They will send you a confirmation email stating your appointment. You have to confirm the message.

You have to print out the two sheets (one copy each) attached in the email - the checklist and the pregnancy declaration form prior to going to the appointment. Do not forget to photocopy your valid passport. Also bring your original passport and another valid identification card.

IOM is located in the 15th floor of the Trafalgar building. From a commuter standpoint, it is nearest the Pacific Star building which is in the intersection between the Gil Puyat/Buendia and Makati Avenue. Drop off in the Pacific Star building and then walk along Makati Avenue which will be going to Ayala Triangle. Turn right when you have reached the second street. Go along until such time that you see a pedestrian. The Trafalgar building is just across a Starbucks coffee shop.

On the entrance of the building, the receptionist will ask for a valid ID and will ask you to log in and then will give you a visitors pass. You then go to the 15th floor and then the guard will ask for your name to which they will check your appointment among the list. They will give you a queue number and direct you to follow the people who are for picture taking. They will also give you a clip board based on the country you tend to apply to. By the way, there are people who apply for UK, Canada, Australia, US.

On the appointment date, I think that they do not follow the appointment time though the guards and employees asked what is your appointment time. They cater on a first come first serve basis. I heard people whose appointment is 10 am and 1 pm. Mind you, I went there 20 minutes prior my appointment and I'm scheduled at 7:45 am. So better get there early. 

After the picture taking, I was asked to go now to the UK reception area and wait for my queue number to be called. Upon call, submit the requirements along with the passport. They will ask and clarify for the details then will instruct you to directly make a payment in the cashier.

You should have an exact amount of 3600 pesos as stated in their notice. They will issue an official receipt. Make sure to check if the details are correct in the receipt. Then go back to the UK reception waiting area and wait for your queue number to be called by the doctor. The queue number will show in the TV screen and what room you'll go into.

When my queue number was called, I went into room 1 and the doctor introduced himself and asked some medical history questions and exposure. He also explained that after the X-ray if there will be no problem the officers will issue a certificate. If there is, he will call me again in the room. I may now proceed with the Xray which is near the cashier.

When my Queue number was called in the Xray room, I was asked to put on a gown and remove top clothes, jewelries and undergarment. The Xray was fast and then went back again in the UK reception waiting  area for the result.

I was really nervous when I hear the officer calling way past my Queue number. It got me thinking if my Chest X-ray has a problem. I sighed a huge relief and was able to calm down when I heard a number before me so I thought calling for results is not by order. It took more than 30 minutes. The officer will let you sign in the list and present the certificate where you have to check if it matches in the passport. If there is no problem, sign the certificate and give it back to the officer so that they'll let the doctor sign it and then put the seals and stamps. The officer will call you and make a final instruction and when you're done, you're good to go!

I went there at 7:30 am and was able to  finish at 9:55 am.

Dear Self

Dear Self 

Now that you've been given an opportunity to start anew, live your life. You've already paid your dues. Live it based on what you wanted and needed. Not what somebody else. I know that it's hard to break the habit of being a people pleaser but this is the time for you to take care of yourself. Nobody will advocate for you but you.

You have been depleted and it seems life was sucked out of you. You control the reins. Always remember that.

You are like a Baobab tree, you feel like insignificant today, but in time you'll be making your mark.

A mother's prayer

 I've thrived in as a result of my mother's prayers

Driven more than ever

 Driven more than ever

I'm feeling more driven than ever. It seems things are getting clear.

I'll get there. And I mean it.

A shoutout to the Philippine government (for the past,the present and hopefully not for the future) from a Ph nurse

A shoutout to the Philippine government (for the past,the present and hopefully not for the future) from a Ph nurse

Reap the karma now. You're still turning a blind eye when you know the solution that is sitting right in front of you. When we were crying out for help and trying to voice out our concerns, what did we get? A sarcastic remark that it is a simple lesson in economics - surplus versus demand. Filipino nurses were abused for a very long time, exploited to the point that we were paying exuberant training fees amounting to 10,000 pesos (public hospitals also do this, surprise!). Even a meager increase in the salary was vetoed because you said that the hospitals association (hello De Grano I remember you participating) cannot afford to do so and it will be unfair for the other healthcare professionals. Backer system is the key if you want to have a regular position (well it may still apply today with public hospitals if you want a plantilla position and not a job order). Contractualization was rampant and the government was the top ranking employer that does this. Remember RN HEALS? Nurses in the province are taking a home pay that only amounts to 5000 per month and deductions are not included here. So a huge number of us resorted to the BPOs and other industries in order to survived. We were paid lower than the minimum wage earner. Even household help and cleaners had better pay than us. We were demoralized to the extreme. Imagine yourself putting all that 4 years of hard studying and toiling plus the review for the board examination just so in the end to get paid 5000 pesos. Tuition fees of nursing schools are the highest in the undergraduate program even in state universities. Peoples' lives and licenses were on the line, we were held accountable and yet we were gaslighted that we should be thankful to get this type of treatment. The highest expectations and high standard requirements but shitty compensation. Some insensitive people might say that we shouldn't rant because it is what we promised to do. The Nightingale Pledge. For the service of the people. What does that mean anymore when we were demoralized to a pulp? Because of your insensitivity people, that sense of compassion and drive to be of service slowly faded away. I realized that you know what, I'm done playing a martyr. Maybe it's time to take care of myself first. Try to immerse yourself to what horrendous situation nurses are subjected to and let me know what you think.

I thought that it was unjust that people had the notion that we you become a nurse, you just like to make money and work abroad. I was once someone who didn't really had the intention to work elsewhere than here. Call it to being too idealistic and someone who wants to pay it forward, I thought I could survive it here as others do. But as time went on and reality struck painfully, it pierce every inch of that soul to serve and the meaning of service slowly became slavery of servitude.

And then the pandemic happened. Everybody was scared. For it took the lives of even young healthy individuals. Nobody wants to front the lines now. Units in the hospitals closed because of shortage of nurses. Now surprisingly, there were increase in the salary and benefits like birthday cakes, signing bonus and such to entice us. Review centers are even sponsored now. Should we be thankful? No. Because we know our worth and that in the first place we deserve better compensation and better working conditions. I'm proud of the new generation of nurses that know already that these things are mandatory and not an option. And this time, fuck that nationalistic theme your spewing about (I'm talking about those dramatic legislators with all talk but no action) when in reality you're treating us like shit.

There is no shortage of nurses. Only that nurses don't want to subject themselves to the harsh conditions in the hospital. Unpaid overtime which could last for more than 2 hours or more, bullying, unsafe nurse to patient ratios, the verbal abuse and disrespect that we get from some patients and companions who may have taught they already bought our soul just because they are paying a premium amount in the hospital. Training requirements like a basic life support that costs 2,500 pesos and Intravenous training for 2,500 pesos, ACLS that is around 10k or more should be attended first before you are employed.

Nurses take care of people but who takes care of these health care workers? Do not force us to serve when the government is not the ones paying for all the expenses in the nursing school. Give up your salary instead and take away the money in politics. Will there still be remaining that are willing to do public service?

The Philippines is a circus. And I can't wait to leave it. 

-Coming from a decade long practicing PHNurse 

The third time's the charm!

 The third time's the charm!

Thank God for these blessings! I finally got 2 offers and I thought I won't make it on my preferred Trust. It was fast to think that I did both the two interviews yesterday!

Personal thoughts

Personal thoughts

Since I don't have anyone who is willing to listen to me, I'll just lay out my thoughts and feelings here if you don't mind. Feel free to skip this post if you think that this is toxic for you to listen to.

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I get it that sometimes I tend to reminisce the difficult situations that I were in before. I just wanted to be heard and rant sometimes. I mean who doesn't? I think that aside from feeling good (though it may mean to some that it is negativity), speaking about it for me means you are also processing these emotions so you can eventually let it all out and heal. It would only be bad when you continue to wallow in these destructive emotions. And I am deeply triggered and angered whenever my mother would try to invalidate what I'm feeling when I'm trying to say something. Dismiss it that it was all in the past and I needed to moved on.

When I listen, I really listen. I guess it was foolish of me to set up expectations with people that they will also do that for me even what I call family. I'm so tired and each day I'm getting disappointed, while they cast me aside for something better. I guess, that's what people are. Selfish to the core. 

Or maybe it could be me. Maybe I am the problem for being such a  doormat. And I think that from childhood to teenage years, I was gaslighted and manipulated to be a people pleaser. And I really grieve for that lost childhood/teenage years where I didn't do what I want to do. But this time, it will change. I am more motivated than ever to fight for what I want without feeling the guilt and I am not anymore subjecting myself to holding on for whatever that I wanted to do even it is family. I would focus now on what will be the most beneficial to me. I won't anymore give my time or support freely because people tend to take advantage of that. When you needed it the most, no one seems to be there.

Be scarce self. Don't be too available for people who'll just toss you aside easily the moment they meet someone more interesting. You are too tired and it leaves a metallic bitter taste afterwards.

I refuse to be a mentally punching bag. I will prioritize myself first before others and they will not matter not until I'm already settled or five steps ahead. I will not easily feed useful information for they always take credit for it. And the worse about it is that, they would realize that.

I deserve to be treated with respect and if you cannot give that basic courtesy, I will also deflect that same energy to you. I am bright and smart enough to discern and even anticipate events. I can foretell and foresee things, it's just that I  will further enhance that skill in order to 

Who Loves Tubby Nugget?

 Who Loves Tubby Nugget?

If you have been using Tiktok, you  might already encountered this cute and loveable Tubby which sings a song while cutting a colored paper and shaping it into a heart.

Oral Hygiene

I found an interesting knowledge about Oral Hygiene on Tiktok which was made by Sir who works in the dental industry.

These are:

Squish/Wash with water.

Floss

Mouthwash

Toothbrush

Do not rinse with water to retain the flouride

Tweet

 Tweet

Everybody wants to be heard but it seems nobody wants to listen. - Sanegeal Farmhear

Coupon Sites

 Coupon Sites

There was once a time when coupon sites were rampant and the IT items. I thought the hype had gone down and it vanished but some of these coupon still exists. Personally I haven't tried the coupon and would like to try it out

Eatigo - Food coupons - https://eatigo.com/ph/manila/en

Klook - Tour/travel coupon - https://www.klook.com/en-PH/

Metrodeal - 

Nursing and Midwifery Council CBT Pearsonvue Practice Questions

For those who are taking the CBT or the Computer Based Test, I would recommend that when it comes to practice questions especially the numeracy part, it is essential that you answer the practice questions in the pearsonvue website. Here is the link - https://home.pearsonvue.com/nmc/practicetests

Why? It is almost identical to the items that I've got in the examination. Just with different values. It is as what I've heard from some people.

Food adventures in Binondo that I would try someday

 Food adventures in Binondo that I would try someday

Lan Zhou La Mien

Cafe Mezzanine - Pork Xia Long Bao,  pork asado with egg adobo, beef wanton

Dong Bei Dumplings - 

Shanghai Fried Siopao

Lumpia ariwa

Eng Bee Tin - Binondo Bites - Fried Xia Long Bao

Ying Ying Tea House

You Did Well Today

You Did Well Today

To My Youth

The Japanese Rural Life

 The Japanese Rural Life

Farm and life sim

A share angle frame

 A share angle frame

You got this, Love. I acknowledged that you're feeling down and blue and hopeless at the moment which makes you a bit unbearable at this time. It may sound cliche but this too shall pass. Remember your white blood cells (they are not even millions but billions!) that are always fighting for you until the end so you have to fight too. You always have a CHOICE and you CAN. Favorable results may seem not to be in sight now, but it will eventually unfold before you know it. You're tougher than you look. You've fought through a lot of life's adversities since childhood and most of the time you are left tending to yourself while giving yourself all the way. While no one might have the knowledge about it and some people takes credit for the things that you do, you know it in your heart that you deserved that pat in the back.

There are vast amounts of books to read, music and places to be explored and people who you'll be blessed to meet. It's time to be that courageous adventurer. Take that risk. It's time to let go of holding onto something.

Remember that I'll always be the number one cheerer for you.

All the best,

Sanegeal Farmhear

Bubbly Summer

 Bubbly Summer

 Bubbly Summer - 202

Bubbly Summer  - ラブリーサマーちゃん「ベッドルームの夢」 (Beddorummu no yume)

10 Dark Truths that will Make You Stronger.

10 Dark Truths that will Make You Stronger.

1. Nobody cares about you, your plans, your goals, or your little dramas. So, stop pretending they do, or getting upset when they don't. Do the good things you have to do for your benefits.

2. When it comes to reaching your goals, discipline is more important than motivation. If you don't have discipline, you will never be committed to anything.

3. You are the only person capable of changing your life; no one can do that for you and no amount of excuses can do it for you. The easiest way to change yourself is to change the things you do each day.

4. The biggest threat to your progression in life isn't something or someone around you. It is you.

5. The key to a successful life lies not in what you know, but in what you do with what you know.

6. Failure is just a steppingstone on the road to success.

7. You can't change the past, but you can still d£stroy your future if you repeat the mistakes.

8. Success is not about what you accomplish, it's about who you become in the process.

9. Your comfort zone is a barren place. Nothing ever grows there.

10. Anything in life worth achieving will not be easy to get. Stop believing otherwise. If it was easy, everyone would get what they wanted. Most people give up on their goals when things become too difficult. Don’t be like them.

Big Al's Cookie Jar

I love the taste of a good and savory chocolate that's why I always prefer chocolate cake in all the flavors of cake. What I really like about Big Al's is that it is not too sweet but creamy and delicious. This could be perfectly paired up with a good cup of joe.

Destiny matrix - Billionaires' Destiny Matrix

 Destiny matrix - Billionaires' Destiny Matrix

From Anastasia - Destiny matrix Tiktok

The two most popular numbers in billionaires'  destiny matrix

5 - Hierophant

10 - The Wheel of Fortune

 

Kimchi! Recipe by Sanegeal Farmhear

Kimchi! Recipe by Sanegeal Farmhear

One thing that I learned about me is that when I crave for something, I obsessed on the thing. It stays on my mind not until I eventually ate it or got it. I've been wanting to eat kimchi for a while. I don't prefer the ones in the supermarket that are now pricey. They are too sour and I can feel the acid burning on my throat after eating which I don't like. Additionally, there is something lacking in the taste when comparing it to the ones I buy in Teppen (too bad they already closed).

Anyway, I'll be sharing what I did without the apple. Here is the picture of the kimchi I was making in progress. Aren't they good to eat?

The finished product

Ingredients:

1 medium sized Napa cabbage

1 small carrot 

bunch of spring onions (the more the better); or chives

0.5 inch ginger (size of a pinky finger)

3 cloves garlic

1 medium red onion

Washed brown sugar

2 tablespoon Fish sauce

5-6 tablespoon gochugaru flakes (you can buy small quantities in it in the orange app if you are not sure with how it will taste)

For Paste:

2 tablespoon glutinous rice flour

350 ml hot water

2 tablespoons sugar

Instructions:

1. Wash the cabbage and pull the leaves apart. Wash each leaves thoroughly under clean running water. Let them dry for a while and slice them into bite size pieces. I personally like Napa cabbages that are more on stems than leaves because leaves tend to wilt and absorb the sauce.

2. Using a 2-3 pinch of sea salt, cover each piece evenly and put it in a clean container. Let it sit for an hour or more. You will see that it will extract a liquid. Mix and check from time to time if the stems are bendable and stems do not snap.

3. Wash the pieces in a filtered water thrice. Squeeze the water and let it dry for a while.

4. Prepare the paste by adding 2 tablespoons of glutinous flour and 2 tablespoons sugar in a pot. Set the temperature into low to medium and slowly introduce the hot water. Mix evenly until you can't see the white clumps. Set aside to let it cool.

5. Prepare the add on vegetables

    5.1 Cut the edges of the Spring onions and wash them thoroughly in running water. Let it dry with a paper towel.

    5.2 Wash the carrot and cut into strips or sliced it whichever you prefer. Set aside.

6. Prepare the sauce

    6.1 Using a food processor or blender, add the ginger, garlic, onion, 2 tablespoons fish sauce and 2 tablespoons sugar. Blend until smooth. 

7.  In a clean (if possible, sanitized) bowl, add the rice paste, sauce and gochugaru flakes. Mix them evenly. Check the taste and adjust fish sauce and sugar until desired taste is achieved.

8. Add the carrots in the bowl and cut the spring onions into 1 inch size using kitchen scissors into the bowl. Mix evenly. Taste test again.

9. Evenly coat the bite size pieces of Napa cabbage with the paste. Put in a sanitized container and let it sit for more than an hour to 24 hours depending on how you want it to be fermented. Pressed it down with a fork to remove the bubbles. Make sure the cabbage stays submerged in the sauce. Refrigerate. Enjoy!

I realized that I could do this frequently whenever I want kimchi since this is more manageable than making kimchi with a kilogram of Napa cabbage.

Responsible Antibiotic Stewardship

Are you taking antibiotics without a doctor's prescription? Or using them on animals too without proper guidance from the veterinarian? Stop right there. Do not be the cause of antibiotics not working anymore in the future. 

NDM-1

KPS

Teixobactin

OPM Wonders!

You may wonder why I often post about foreign music. From that you could (or could not) deduce that I prefer them more than the music in my own country but it doesn't mean that I don't appreciate Filipino music. I do. In fact, I think that when it comes to ballads, Filipinos are way more advantageous in music storytelling because let's be real - any Filipino kid grew up listening to a heart wrenching ballad song or pop music where power belting usually gets a round of applause. It just that a decade ago I feel like we need to revamp or encourage creative music composers so that unique melodies/songs can be heard. Luckily, Filipino pop music had opened itself to various artists (not only the existing popular ones) and music genres thanks to globalization and the power of social media that it became a lot more interesting. I'm elated hearing more instruments being used in the Filipino mainstream music scene.

May your ears be blessed with these original Pinoy music songs:

Lola Amour - Raining in Manila

Zack Tabudlo - Gusto

TJ Monterde - Dating Tayo

Sud - Sila

Up Dharma Down - Tadhana

Cabin Cat & The Big Storm

In this survival game, you are a cat waiting for to be rescued in 5 days. Can you gather the necessary resources in order to survive?

How to Secure State Board Verification for NMC - Nursing and Midwifery Council (UK) from PRC 2023

Instructions:

1. Make an online appointment thru LERIS. - LERIS Link

2. Print out your appointment date, and state verification slip. It is in a PDF form and looks like this:

3. Secure a photocopy of your PRC ID.

The transaction in PRC Main - Morayta was astonishingly smooth and hassle-free comparing it to the last time I went there which was more than a decade ago (it was not airconditioned yet). 

The counter for the State Board Verification is located in the other building. Upon entering the entrance of the first building near the main road, you'll see the transparent exit door where you'll be able to view the other building. Exit and enter again the next building. The first counter you'll see on the left is where I presented the appointment print out (screenshot with the paid transaction with QR reference code) and PRC ID. The staff just got the photocopy of the PRC and the State Verification Slip which can be found in the existing transaction in LERIS. I was asked to write my name on the logbook and was informed to wait at around 3 days for the NMC account to be verified. I inquired how about the CRM and the Application Reference Number? There is no need for them.

Creating my own Shawarma recipe

Ingredients:

2 cloves garlic diced

Half medium onion minced, half set aside for garnish

1/8 lean ground pork

1/2 caplet soy sauce

Salt

Pepper

Garlic powder

Onion powder

Paprika

Cumin powder

Laurel leaves/ Dried bay leaves

Oyster sauce

Sauté garlic until light brown and add onion. Cook until translucent before adding the meat. Cook until half done. Add soy sauce and freshly ground black pepper with a pinch of coarse salt. Mix evenly. Add garlic powder, onion powder, Spanish paprika powder and cumin. Add the bay leaves. Continue to cook. When meat is almost done, add Mama Sita's oyster sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes and serve hot.

Assemble in a dish thinly stripped tomato, onion, shredded cabbage or thinly sliced cucumber. Drizzle with homemade mayo with freshly chopped garlic. Enjoy!

Destiny Matrix - Karmic tail codes

 Destiny Matrix - Karmic tail codes

From Kay Destiny Matrix Tiktok

12-6-4 - that power abusing EMPEROR from past life that made my life hell

9-3-21 - that cruel WARDEN from past life when I was wrongly imprisoned

3-7-22 - that person that made me a PRISONER after wrongly accusing  me

18-6-6 - that one person that was mad obsessed with me & used BLACK LOVE MAGIC SPELL on me

I am confident because I have these codes - these codes have ability to succeed, make tons of money; where are they in the chart? (karmic tails, money line) 

22-5-10

8-7-17

3-6-9

9-10-9

20-4-11

14-22-8

5-14-19

10-5-15

6-15-21

6-15-9

5-10-15

Orange in the karmic tail line - what does this number say about me in relationship?

22 - Openly welcome a sense of joy in your relationships. Approach them with carefree attitude that reflects childlike qualities, and be patient while your partner gets ready to match your energy. Meaning while in relationship, learn to compromise that your partner may not have same  carefree attitude like you & can teach you more about compromising & commitment & how it's not bad

18 - Get rid of any limiting thoughts & worries. You are bound to attract relationships that are too serious meaning your partner wants a strict/serious relationship with you. A stronger, deeper but healthier connection between you two requires you two to work together while communicating your needs or space.

16 - Nurture spiritual growth. try going to retreats, try yoga together, get relaxing massages, try spa experiences, take spiritual 

Destiny of matrix - Life events

Look at the Number across the Age line and around the chart

From Kay Destiny Matrix Tiktok

7 - Progress & new opportunities, keep your options open & respond to all the prospects. Great time for moving places to move into new house. Travel & go out networking, it will help you move up in career, creative growth. Also, you may open a long awaited business, don't hesitate to ask for help from people, fate will arrange right people at the right time for you.

16 - Good time to invest in real estate (buying properties, starting construction). Reconciliation & renewal of old relationships. Good development of your business or starting a business of your own. The old illusions are being destroyed, new value system are being built, personal growth, spiritual transformation.

10 - You may win lottery to a large sum, business may blow up, you'll meet someone & have a happy relationship. Things will go with the flow.

17 - It's time tot take your talent out in public, you'll get recognition, fame & may become popular. It is good to work on your outlook, appearance & self-esteem. Lucky signs of fate & important unexpected help/opportunity from outside. Don't hesitate to travel & be outside.

20  Successful running of family business. Good from everywhere

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Where is my soulmate?

3,4,5,6,17,19,20 - you may meet them, get engaged/married

3,4,5,6,21 - baby may be born

Zombie Movies

 Zombie Movies

I like watching movies that revolves around zombies. It may be because I prefer more on the survival type of story and these films makes my heart race What zombie movies do you recommend? Some of these I have already seen:

• 28 weeks later
• Rec
• Hidden
• The crazies
• Overlord
• Dawn of the Dead
• Quarantine

I Hear A Symphony by Cody Fry

 I Hear A Symphony by Cody Fry

Missha The First Essence 5X 30 mL

I think that I'm making progress in prioritizing myself first and the initial step that took is to improve my physical appearance. This was the starting point when one day I realized that I looked haggard and ugly and my skin seem to be dry and dull. I have always been a fan of Missha's First Treatment Essence before because when I'm using it, I can distinguish the difference on my face when I'm not applying it and when I am. My face becomes more brighter and supple and I stopped using it for years because I had to camouflaged in order to thrive in my working environment.

The large one is a bit hefty on the budget but I can use it for months and even almost a year. I'm not sure on the new essence so I purchased the 30 mL in the orange app for 120 pesos. I was expecting that it was small but it was THIS small. You can see it is big as a size of a palm. The good thing about this miniscule container is that it is portable and you can take it anywhere.

Anyway, I'm still on the trial period so as to rule out any purging stages it may incur since this is a new formulation. 

Bitter Gourd Salad

Did you know that you can make a salad out of the bitter gourd? I'm not talking about pickling it (though it was also surprisingly good).  I was astounded when I learned from a good friend and co-worker that a salad can be made from something that is bitter like bitter gourd in general. It happened that someone had left a tray of salted egg and after a couple of days to which no one seems to look for it so what she did was to bring ampalaya (bitter gourd), tomato, onions and salt.

What she did was to clean and cut of the ampalaya into thin pieces. Next, pour the salt into the ampalaya and mix thoroughly. Add hot water and let it sit for at least 20 minutes. Rinse and drain. Slice off the onion and the tomatoes while mash the salted egg (the more the better). Mix it all the ingredients and enjoy!

Progress Knight

I've been a huge fan of flash games before because usually these games are simple to play and typically you don't have to expend a lot of your computer's memory in order to play it. I personally like this recent text type idle game where you restaart your stats and gain additional experience. It is Progress Knight in which can be played in the crazygames website.

Mastered the art of Tinola-ing!

That's just me being extra. Hahaha. Corny! Anyway, It's been raining in Manila (that's a song!) these past few days and what is a perfect meal for this type of season? But of course, hot soups and beverages are a must because it keeps us warm and let us feel warm inside all over.

Let me do a little bragging here but I can say that after decades of involving myself in cooking (I almost do the cooking in our household because I think that it is a good practice for adulting duties and I tell you it is worth it), I got my own recipe for tinola. Fool-proof delicious.

Gregorian Chants

Have you heard of these music? I'm pretty much sure that you most likely did specially if you are a Roman Catholic.  I heard of this angelic canorous song on the latter part when attending mass in the church. It was sung on a head voice. I came across this on a social media and it piqued my interest. Whenever I listen to this, it kind of soothes me and gives me goosebumps.

Pange lingua gloriosia

Tantum Ergo

Circus Charlie

I've been looking for this game all these years and finally I was able to know now what game it is. I encounter this again when I was scrolling a social media platform. This gives me a nostalgic feeling and it reminds me of the time when I was playing this in Playstation.

Courage the Cowardly Dog

One of my favorite show to watch in Cartoon Network back when cable television was the prominent source of entertainment was Courage the Cowardly Dog. I liked how he would always try to protect his accommodating human Grandma and would always be the center of not-so bullying by his sneaky and cunning Grandpa. 

Golden hour by jvke

I think I may be a dog in the past life - a share angle frame

I think I may be a dog in the past life

'Cause I tick almost all the bullets in the love checklist

which was mentioned in Explained on Netflix

I've got so much empathy

And would always on stand by loyalty

Been doing acts of service for others since then

Trying to create connections that are meaningful in nature

But then consecutive shits happened

Suddenly felt feelings of anhedonia out of nowhere

And when I looked back I realized

I shouldn't let myself burn just to keep others warm

Well I guess, I'm letting go of the self-inflicted guilt

Every single time when I am making a choice

That it is okay to be selfish

as people are looking out for themselves first

I hated myself for being unusual

Why I had to give myself first for others before myself

But now I'm deciding to forgive myself

And move forward advocating for my own

- a share angle frame

*'-'*

Shortchanged - a share angle fame

Song made for chilling out

Could have been stardust  - Sam Shore

deciphering anagrams

a share angle frame *wink *wink

Hindsight by Hillsong

My Happy Marriage Volume 2

“I suppose at this point, whatever happens, happens.”

Taken from Lines Here and There

The Ouchi Illusion

The Ouchi Illusion

I'm going to share to you a cool trick today I've discovered today and this is the Ouchi illusion. No, this is not any way related to inflicting pain on someone but rather an illusion on how it can be seen that the circular part seems to move from its background. Try it!

The Happy Song for Babies

The Happy Song for Babies

Apparently, there is a song that was scientifically made for calming babies! Have you already heard it? If not, the name of the song is The Happy Song by Imogen Heap who collaborated with a team that consisted of psychologists specializing in development from Goldsmith University.

A Children's Gratitude Song

A Children Gratitude Song

Children are indeed God's most beloved. Their innocence and these praise reminds us that sometimes we take things for granted and often occupied with trivial things when all we need to do is let us do the work and let God do the rest. I came across this on Andi Manzano's Tiktok account and her eldest daughter was cutely singing this song in acapella. Here is the title of the song - Thankful (children's Thanksgiving song by Shawna Belt Edwards)

I hope that you're also consoled by this song if you're experiencing some kind of a burden.

Decoding Expiration Dates of Food

Decoding Expiration Dates of Food

I happen to came across this flyer around a social media platform so I thought it might help you and me later on. Food safety should be placed with utmost importance in any household. But I know that this is ideal and sometimes what happens in reality is the opposite especially for people who have less. This flyer is not mine and is credited to the original owner.