Okay, since I got tagged and cannot escape from those who tagged me, although WAY overdue, here are my responses.
1. Four Jobs:
(My job titles sound boring but I enjoy what I do!)
a. process associate
b. process engineer
c. supervisor
d. manager
2. Four Things I Wish I Had Done Earlier In My Life:
a. learn to swim
b. learn foreign languages (and retain them)
c. travel more (of course for pleasure, not TX for work. Hehe)
d. have a closer relationship with God
3. Four Places I Have Lived:
a. Taipei, Taiwan
b. Albany/Berkeley, CA
c. Santa Barbara, CA
d. Mountain View, CA
4. Four Countries I Have Been To:
a. Taiwan
b. Thailand
c. Japan
d. Australia
5. Four Countries I Would Like to Visit:
a. Italy
b. Switzerland
c. France
d. Czech
6. Four of My Favorite Dishes:
a. anything Korean
b. anything Thai
c. veggies (ok, since I like everything, I am getting desperate)
d. RICE (ok this is a not a surprise but I just have to mention since I am desperate)
7. Four Sites I Visit Daily:
a. my yahoo
b. cnn.com
c. abcnews.com
d. friends' blogs
8. Four Software Applications I Cannot Live Without:
(errrh, I am technically challenged. What do you expect?)
a. IE
b. outlook
c. word
d. media player
9. Four Things I'll Never Forget:
a. my bro's engagement/wedding proposal
b. my boss' comment-- she cannot live with me or live without me. (HAHAHA)
c. my mom's saying-- just try your best (and God be with you)
d. my dad's wish-- God is Enoch and my greatest inheritance
10. I Tag....
(any of the following! Haha. Ok fine. You can pick option a. ;)
a. nobody
b. anybody
c. somebody
d. everybody
Friday, May 26, 2006
Friday, April 28, 2006
My Personal DNA?!
While waiting for my boss this afternoon, I caved. I chatted with Andrea and then I did my personality test, the long version one which Bob and others had on their blogs. According to my results, I am an "Animated Leader"! I don't know how true my analysis is regarding me :P, but I am open to see what you have to say! ;)
Animated Leader
Sunday, April 09, 2006
God's Love
I had a minor surgery this past Friday (4/7) to remove a benign tumor in my body. Scary as the word “surgery” sounds, God has loved and blessed me more than I can ever imagine.
My work mom (boss Prema) had been telling me for years to have my physical done. Despite her constant reminder, I shy away from the doctor’s office. Unbelievably, Kaiser actually called me to schedule my physical last December. The date they gave happened to be my company shut-down, so I couldn’t even muster any valid excuse of not going. Yes, I complied and went for my first ever physical... reluctantly.
During my physical, my doctor found a benign tumor (not cancerous!). Over a series of subsequent doctor appointments, the tumor was tested and a few atypical cells were found to be associated with it. The recommendation my doctor gave was to remove the tumor, for fear of the possibility that the atypical cells may turn into cancerous later, even though there’s no history of cancer in my family.
Just like Prema said to me, all she wanted was for me to have a physical. She did not tell me to come back with this! I sure did not expect to have this either. Yes, I struggled with the idea of having surgery. The scientific side of me didn’t mind removal at all but the human side of me just wasn’t clear what this all meant as surgery has its own risks and does not guarantee that the tumor or atypical cells won’t come back.
I told my doctor that I would be praying about surgery and get back to her once I have clarity. As a Christian herself, she reminded me that everything is in God’s hands. As I struggled with my decision, I talked to a small circle of family and friends and started my prayer journey with them. Interestingly, the more we prayed, the more peaceful I got. God has opened my eyes to see that indeed everything is in God’s hands. Even when I was doing my BSF homework, studying how God was carrying out His covenant promise in Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob’s lives, I was reminded how faithful God is.
So I went in for my surgery this past Friday. My mom prayed for me before I went inside for prep and operation. During the whole time, my parents were praying outside, whereas my prayer warrior friends prayed wherever they were. My nurse commented how calm I was and indeed, I was very peaceful for God took all my fears and struggles. God’s hand was definitely upon me during my operation. I did not need extra anesthesia nor feel much pain. He was merciful and gracious to me. He had masked the pain I could suffer. The only pain I felt was the needle pain for IV and local anesthesia.
For my surgery, nurses had to strap my legs and arms. My arms were stretched out so that they could be attached to something, whether it was the IV, pulse reader or blood pressure cuff. Obviously, I never had surgery before nor have I ever been tied-up like that, during my operation, I cried. I cried not because I was in pain but because I suddenly realized how Jesus must have suffered on the cross for me. His arms were also stretched out like mine but nailed. His legs were also tied-down like mine but nailed. While I was lying there on the operation bed, I couldn’t help to think the sufferings Jesus went through. I had anesthesia and 1 nurse who was constantly tending to me, making sure I was doing okay. Jesus had no anesthesia and had to fight the pull of gravity as the cross was upright. Jesus had all those people mocking him when he was crucified. What a contrast to the “suffering” I was undergoing. I was in awe of His love for me!
My surgery was very successful. Not much blood loss. The tumor was removed completely and quickly, less than the hour which they projected originally. I walked away with only 1 stitch but a stitch to remind how much God loves me. Today is the 2nd day after my surgery, I still only feel some discomfort and no pain. Originally I did not feel comfortable in sharing my story. However the more I think about it, the more I see God’s love and I don’t want this blessing just stops here with me. May you be encouraged and can reflect on how much God is showing His love in your life. May God’s wonderful name be glorified!
My work mom (boss Prema) had been telling me for years to have my physical done. Despite her constant reminder, I shy away from the doctor’s office. Unbelievably, Kaiser actually called me to schedule my physical last December. The date they gave happened to be my company shut-down, so I couldn’t even muster any valid excuse of not going. Yes, I complied and went for my first ever physical... reluctantly.
During my physical, my doctor found a benign tumor (not cancerous!). Over a series of subsequent doctor appointments, the tumor was tested and a few atypical cells were found to be associated with it. The recommendation my doctor gave was to remove the tumor, for fear of the possibility that the atypical cells may turn into cancerous later, even though there’s no history of cancer in my family.
Just like Prema said to me, all she wanted was for me to have a physical. She did not tell me to come back with this! I sure did not expect to have this either. Yes, I struggled with the idea of having surgery. The scientific side of me didn’t mind removal at all but the human side of me just wasn’t clear what this all meant as surgery has its own risks and does not guarantee that the tumor or atypical cells won’t come back.
I told my doctor that I would be praying about surgery and get back to her once I have clarity. As a Christian herself, she reminded me that everything is in God’s hands. As I struggled with my decision, I talked to a small circle of family and friends and started my prayer journey with them. Interestingly, the more we prayed, the more peaceful I got. God has opened my eyes to see that indeed everything is in God’s hands. Even when I was doing my BSF homework, studying how God was carrying out His covenant promise in Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob’s lives, I was reminded how faithful God is.
So I went in for my surgery this past Friday. My mom prayed for me before I went inside for prep and operation. During the whole time, my parents were praying outside, whereas my prayer warrior friends prayed wherever they were. My nurse commented how calm I was and indeed, I was very peaceful for God took all my fears and struggles. God’s hand was definitely upon me during my operation. I did not need extra anesthesia nor feel much pain. He was merciful and gracious to me. He had masked the pain I could suffer. The only pain I felt was the needle pain for IV and local anesthesia.
For my surgery, nurses had to strap my legs and arms. My arms were stretched out so that they could be attached to something, whether it was the IV, pulse reader or blood pressure cuff. Obviously, I never had surgery before nor have I ever been tied-up like that, during my operation, I cried. I cried not because I was in pain but because I suddenly realized how Jesus must have suffered on the cross for me. His arms were also stretched out like mine but nailed. His legs were also tied-down like mine but nailed. While I was lying there on the operation bed, I couldn’t help to think the sufferings Jesus went through. I had anesthesia and 1 nurse who was constantly tending to me, making sure I was doing okay. Jesus had no anesthesia and had to fight the pull of gravity as the cross was upright. Jesus had all those people mocking him when he was crucified. What a contrast to the “suffering” I was undergoing. I was in awe of His love for me!
My surgery was very successful. Not much blood loss. The tumor was removed completely and quickly, less than the hour which they projected originally. I walked away with only 1 stitch but a stitch to remind how much God loves me. Today is the 2nd day after my surgery, I still only feel some discomfort and no pain. Originally I did not feel comfortable in sharing my story. However the more I think about it, the more I see God’s love and I don’t want this blessing just stops here with me. May you be encouraged and can reflect on how much God is showing His love in your life. May God’s wonderful name be glorified!
Friday, January 20, 2006
FYI
This is my public service announcement:
If you think it is hard to reach me before, you have got yourself a treat.
I just cannot answer any personal emails at work because I have NO time. My group only has 3 people. Just this Monday, my coworker Erica decided to take months of leave of absence to pursue a research program at New Zealand. She is giving us 2 weeks notice but unfortunately the timing is horribly bad because all the projects are coming fast and furiously. Translation: I am SWAMPED and going crazy along with my boss.
Yes, we will need to hire help. In the mean time, if I don't answer emails, you know why. I doubt I will be answering emails at night because I am just so tired after work and probably just want to veg out in front of TV. Can you believe my stupid cold is coming back for the 3rd time? :(
If you don't know by now, if you do call me on my cell, it is basically trying your luck because I only carry my cell when I am out of my house (except work) AND I don't check my voicemail regularly. Don't bother to IM me because we cannot IM at work. This was discussed a while back at company meeting.
If you really need to reach me, you can call me at home during night time or just pray for yourself and me. So yes, don't worry. I am not ignoring you. I am bad to everyone and it is equal opportunity…
If you think it is hard to reach me before, you have got yourself a treat.
I just cannot answer any personal emails at work because I have NO time. My group only has 3 people. Just this Monday, my coworker Erica decided to take months of leave of absence to pursue a research program at New Zealand. She is giving us 2 weeks notice but unfortunately the timing is horribly bad because all the projects are coming fast and furiously. Translation: I am SWAMPED and going crazy along with my boss.
Yes, we will need to hire help. In the mean time, if I don't answer emails, you know why. I doubt I will be answering emails at night because I am just so tired after work and probably just want to veg out in front of TV. Can you believe my stupid cold is coming back for the 3rd time? :(
If you don't know by now, if you do call me on my cell, it is basically trying your luck because I only carry my cell when I am out of my house (except work) AND I don't check my voicemail regularly. Don't bother to IM me because we cannot IM at work. This was discussed a while back at company meeting.
If you really need to reach me, you can call me at home during night time or just pray for yourself and me. So yes, don't worry. I am not ignoring you. I am bad to everyone and it is equal opportunity…
Friday, January 13, 2006
Happy Birthday!!!
As I am getting older, the less I want to celebrate my birthday. No it is not the fear of getting older. I think it is being more practical and not wanting to make a big deal out of it.
As before, this year, I knew what people might do so I WARNED people: DO NOT celebrate my birthday. In fact, I told them not to think about it because I am not even in town for my birthday. I had to travel to TX for work. Hehehe so I thought.
This is what happened:
1/6, after youth group, lots of church friends gathered to give me a birthday surprise outside Farley house's garage door. I was pleasantly surprised as I cannot believe on a Friday night, people showed up just for me. It seemed like the whole FNL gang was there. (Right, this is totally low key Andrea!!!) Hehe :P
After chatting and eating my favorite raisin oatmeal cookies, mud pie and salty chips, few of us went bowling at Cupertino until 2 AM. Sports and I just don't mix so without exception, I sucked at bowling but had a totally good time with everyone. It was fun to see how everyone bowled and how we cheered each other on. Believe me, I got enough bowling advices that I think I can teach someone else to bowl. By the way, why was my ball always started straight and then ended up curved?
After bowling, Summer stayed over at my place. We chatted before going to bed. Although we are too old for this, we stayed up until 7AM. Let's don't do this again because I was very cranky the next day on 3 hours of sleep. Yikes!
1/7, my entire family knew I did not want them to buy anything (again remember I did not want people to celebrate?) so they gave me $$$ for my birthday shopping spree. I had a good time shopping with my mom. I bought 2 jackets and 1 coat. Afterwards, my family and I went out for a nice dinner at Khrung Thai.
1/8, Shally, Andrea and I went to Stanford mall after church. As soon as Shally and I got out of my car, I locked my keys, cell phone and my purse inside of my car trunk. Shally and I were looking at each other not knowing whether to cry or laugh. Good thing Shally had her cell so I could call home and asked my parents for rescue. See this is what lack of sleep can do to me. I have NEVER ever locked my keys in my car… prior to this.
Sunday night, my college friend Khoung came over to pick up my computer. She knows my computer is SLOW, so she said she would upgrade and work on my computer while I was traveling for work. Khoung even asked if I want her to put k-dramas on it. Wow, talk about being super nice to a k-drama addict. Of course, I declined so I can ask her to put shows on diskettes. This way, I can corrupt more people around me. Hahaha.
1/9, my coworker Erica totally saved my butt. While I was getting ready to leave for airport, I discovered my work laptop was missing from my computer bag. I FREAKED out. I called Erica in a state of panic but she was very clam and quick to her feet. She checked and told me my computer was at work. Erica even offered to drop it off at home for me. Long story short, I am just counting another blessing.
1/10, my boss Prema met up with me at TX. She came just for me so that she could be my support as I was overseeing this particular project's manufacturing run for the first time. For dinner, Prema and I went to a Japanese restaurant, this meant a lot as Prema is vegetarian and cannot eat anything there. Next day, before Prema flew back to CA, she called me from the airport to wish me a happy birthday.
1/11, I received lots of emails, ecards, and voice mails to wish me happy birthday and of course to see how I was doing in TX. My TX work trip went well. No complications. In fact, people there sang "happy birthday" to me too...
What can a girl ask for when she is well loved by people and by God? I am indeed very blessed. Many priases to God and thank you all for making my birthday week very special!
As before, this year, I knew what people might do so I WARNED people: DO NOT celebrate my birthday. In fact, I told them not to think about it because I am not even in town for my birthday. I had to travel to TX for work. Hehehe so I thought.
This is what happened:
1/6, after youth group, lots of church friends gathered to give me a birthday surprise outside Farley house's garage door. I was pleasantly surprised as I cannot believe on a Friday night, people showed up just for me. It seemed like the whole FNL gang was there. (Right, this is totally low key Andrea!!!) Hehe :P
After chatting and eating my favorite raisin oatmeal cookies, mud pie and salty chips, few of us went bowling at Cupertino until 2 AM. Sports and I just don't mix so without exception, I sucked at bowling but had a totally good time with everyone. It was fun to see how everyone bowled and how we cheered each other on. Believe me, I got enough bowling advices that I think I can teach someone else to bowl. By the way, why was my ball always started straight and then ended up curved?
After bowling, Summer stayed over at my place. We chatted before going to bed. Although we are too old for this, we stayed up until 7AM. Let's don't do this again because I was very cranky the next day on 3 hours of sleep. Yikes!
1/7, my entire family knew I did not want them to buy anything (again remember I did not want people to celebrate?) so they gave me $$$ for my birthday shopping spree. I had a good time shopping with my mom. I bought 2 jackets and 1 coat. Afterwards, my family and I went out for a nice dinner at Khrung Thai.
1/8, Shally, Andrea and I went to Stanford mall after church. As soon as Shally and I got out of my car, I locked my keys, cell phone and my purse inside of my car trunk. Shally and I were looking at each other not knowing whether to cry or laugh. Good thing Shally had her cell so I could call home and asked my parents for rescue. See this is what lack of sleep can do to me. I have NEVER ever locked my keys in my car… prior to this.
Sunday night, my college friend Khoung came over to pick up my computer. She knows my computer is SLOW, so she said she would upgrade and work on my computer while I was traveling for work. Khoung even asked if I want her to put k-dramas on it. Wow, talk about being super nice to a k-drama addict. Of course, I declined so I can ask her to put shows on diskettes. This way, I can corrupt more people around me. Hahaha.
1/9, my coworker Erica totally saved my butt. While I was getting ready to leave for airport, I discovered my work laptop was missing from my computer bag. I FREAKED out. I called Erica in a state of panic but she was very clam and quick to her feet. She checked and told me my computer was at work. Erica even offered to drop it off at home for me. Long story short, I am just counting another blessing.
1/10, my boss Prema met up with me at TX. She came just for me so that she could be my support as I was overseeing this particular project's manufacturing run for the first time. For dinner, Prema and I went to a Japanese restaurant, this meant a lot as Prema is vegetarian and cannot eat anything there. Next day, before Prema flew back to CA, she called me from the airport to wish me a happy birthday.
1/11, I received lots of emails, ecards, and voice mails to wish me happy birthday and of course to see how I was doing in TX. My TX work trip went well. No complications. In fact, people there sang "happy birthday" to me too...
What can a girl ask for when she is well loved by people and by God? I am indeed very blessed. Many priases to God and thank you all for making my birthday week very special!
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