So this is to the year 2014!
Like almost every year, I've had my share of nice things and not so nice things that happened. And now that it's almost coming to an end, it feels like standing in between Have mercy on me and the Amazing grace. I really don't know what to expect, if a hero is sort of like holding out for me.
But anyway, since it's Christmas, we're supposed to be joyful and thankful. So here goes..
This year, I was able to learn a completely different language. It's quite liberating actually. It's like a sneak peek to a different world out there. In my mind, it is a beautiful place that I still hope to go to. Es ist eine sehr schön sprache und ich bin froh, dass ich es zu lernen. Für alle meine Deutschkurs freunde, Ich bin dankbar, dass ich zu jedem und jeder von euch wissen. Sie alle sind erstaunlich. Auf jeden Regen folgt auch Sonnenschein. Frohe Weihnachten euch allen. <3
It was a great year for TV and movies too! Thanks for giving me The Leftovers, two seasons of Survivor (it is still my favorite game after 29 seasons.) A couple of romcoms that made me smile, sci-fi films that wowed me and animated films that had me singing. Pop culture had me well-entertained this year.
As for sports, Djokovic will end the year as world's number one. He won Wimbledon and a number of titles and tournaments. Pacquiao won too and that's always great. Germany won the world cup. I am not a football fan but hey, it was a big deal for most people. Chicago Bulls' current standing is nice as well.
My dear city just got a big more festive this year with all its lights to attrack tourists I suppose. Wider roads, upcoming skyscrapers. I don't know for how long still, but I am truly home this Christmas!
We had the Ebola scare, typhoon Ruby, the Malaysian airlines flight 370 mystery, comet chaser Roseta, and all those big headlines. Too many tragedies, awesomeness, and weirdness this year.
That was a bad recap. Moving on to what really matters...
I had the unfortunate circumstance a couple of months ago wherein I was admitted in the hospital for six days secondary to Dengue. I was in pain, and I felt helpless. The misery lasted two weeks and those days were the worst. It was a slow process. And I think it took a month for all the pain to go away.
Anyway,
Thank you...
For my dear beloved patients, you all are special to me. We are paid to help you get back on yout feet, ease your pain, and believing in life once again. But if you reallly come to think of it, your life stories and the smiles you give us when you're almost well are priceless. This is what I get to do for a living and it is amazing.
To my rehab family, we are all just a bunch of people who whine and laugh a lot. We sing like there's no tomorrow and eat like its the end of the world. Each of us are chasing different dreams, but oftentimes we would see ourselves catch up with reality instead. We are a bunch of tormented, smart, beautiful people and I love you all. I wouldn't have it any other way.
One thing about this year that I am happy about is the fact that I got to set foot in El Nido, Palawan! It literally just used to be a dream. We've been to a number of beaches all over the Panay region but didn't really know it was quite possible. (Well, considering the fact that healthcare professionals don't earn as much here.) Schedules and shifts were a bit tricky too. But we managed to plan it all out. And it was simply the BEST VACATION EVER.
(Any excuse just to post the picture above again. Weh. )
My dear beloved students who will be my future colleagues. I've always wanted to be a teacher but I had no gift in giving lectures for hours on a platform with a pen in my hand. But being your clinical instructor was a nice substitute. I got to teach you the more important things in this profession. More than any medical books can teach you. Like helping you prepare for the real world. Gearing you up for the real battle up ahead. I know you probably are not learning the best from me. But hey, I try to be the best I can be. Never give up and never let your patients down. It's just the beginning and life will have its way on slapping you. But be good always. Spread kindness!
Three long lost friends are coming home before the year ends! What better way to spend to welcome the year with the people who used to dream with you. The ones who took those baby steps with you in somehow defining your future. Some things might have changed now, but I believe that the core is still there. I don't think it will ever go away. Jini, you are missed.
To all of my old friends, new friends, acquaintances, cute looking doctors with glasses (lol), colleagues, relatives, church people, strangers I've had the chance to smile to. To everyone I know, Merry Christmas!
We've lost a couple of people too this year. But think about it, it is unknown to many, but death is actually a celebration. Grief and sorrow are not, but the bigger picture suggests it is.
Merry Christmas everone!
My family who are near and far. All the kids and adults. We are not one of those family who say I love you to each other all the time. But I think we didn't need that. We are more than words and I'd like to believe that it shows. We are family built on strong faith, respect and love. But for what its worth, I love you all. Each and everyone of you. <3
I am looking forward for another year.
More adventures, more mishaps, more letters, more love.
I'll be in sunny Boracay tomorrow! Ending the year with its glorious sunset is something I need. 💛
If it still doesn't work out next year, 2016 doesn't sound too scary.
Mit freundlichen Grußen,
Emery 🌱💕
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