Today was a good day; I walked home feeling awesome, gliding in the air, smiling. Maybe it was because the sun was still up and shining, or maybe it was because I have a nice house surgeon who bought me a cup of mocha this morning, or maybe it was because I had a nice one hour lunchbreak this afternoon, or maybe it was because I attended Mr.B's clinic today and he was an awesome teacher.. =)

The whole day today, had been great. I think I finally figured out my roles in the team, and I actually felt like I learnt something. And did something helpful for a change, instead of just loitering around unknowing of what to do. My new house surgeon (who has started this week) was pretty awesome; creating a lot of wonderful opportunities for me to brush on my clinical skills. In return, I helped him filling out patients' forms and such. And m starting to feel closer to my teammates - which is totally awesome! Haha. I guess when you spent days in the companies of each other, from needle-pricking to patients-consultations and even to lunchtime-free-food-hunting, =p you just cant help but appreciate the companies that you have. =)

This afternoon also, I felt touched by the kindness showed by Mr.B. The (oncology) outpatient clinic was pretty busy, and we were running late at some points. But he still took the time to explain things to me; patiently answering each and every single question that I asked, pointing out the important bits and pieces that I was supposed to focus on. At the end of the session, he told me that I could drop by his clinics anytime I wanted to. Maybe I will. =)
[he actually reminds me of the nice reg that I tailed a few weeks ago during my "a day in the life of a doc" orientation. Now, that reg really rocks! woohoo! ;) ]

I talked to patients at the clinics today (while nice Mr.B was in his office rummaging for forms and the likes). And it still never cease to amaze me just how happy these patients are, considering how some of them actually suffer from incurable (mostly advanced) cancers.. I guess, at the end of the day, it all comes down to acceptance and how contented you are with your life.