Saturday, February 12, 2011

055 egypt


Photograph from the article "Mubarak Toppled" on The Economist

It is a significant day in history for the country of Egypt. Today marks the end of a thirty year reign of former Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak. Who knew that a group of passionate youths yearning for change and the power of the internet would ignite such political unrest. I feel that this revolution is a great testament for those who underestimate those who seek great change. I feel that as people, we always strive to come back to harmony. Just like when we hunger, we yearn to be full because we knew that we once were satisfied. Hunger points to the fact that food exists. Likewise, Egypt's political revolution is an indication of a time that once was good and all was right. I can only pray and hope that this change will lead to radical new leadership that will lead the nation to greater heights, especially for the Copts. Rabena maak.

Thursday, February 10, 2011

054


Heart by Pinky-VuDuu

The heart is said to be autorhythmic because it stimulates itself to contract at regular intervals. If the heart is removed from the body and maintained under physiological conditions with the proper nutrients and temperature, it will continue to beat autorhythmically for a long time. (Seeley 690)

How cool is that? Our heart is so resilient that even when taken out of the body, it will continue to beat at its own pace. The brain doesn't control the rate at which our heart beats. Our bodies are so amazing!

Sunday, February 06, 2011

053

Had a miserable time at IPPE's today. I don't know how my preceptor does it, but he manages to make me feel like a complete imbecile every single time. Gregg, despite your sour face and efforts to crush my spirit, I will still remain a happy little chipmunk. For Super Bowl Sunday, it was surprisingly busier than normal, but it wasn't too bad. Nothing really remarkable happened other than learning more about the CVS system.

I realized I really enjoy driving along I-5 up and down to and from Elk Grove. It's so straight and relaxing. I enjoy cranking up my radio and singing out loud. Such a pleasant 45 minutes lost in my own thoughts.

Since it is Super Bowl Sunday, I managed to arrive in time for the closing ceremony as the field exploded into confetti. I was rooting for the Packers, but I secretly wanted the Steelers to win because of that "Black and Yellow" song. This coming week, the weather is going to be sunny. Such a nice change from the doom and gloom of last week. Necesito estudiar ahora!

Saturday, February 05, 2011

052

There is a new pharmacist at the pharmacy I am interning at. His name is Brendan. He is from Massachusetts. Recently moved to California this past summer. 24. And has beeeeaaautiful eyelashes that I envy lol He is so incredibly chill. I always ask myself, "Why isn't Gregg more relaxed? Why does he always have to look at me like 'Are you seriously going to do that'?" I guess it's because Brendan is still young and hasn't been jaded by the world and the evils of CVS that Gregg so vehemently spits upon and reminds me about every time I am working with him.

I actually like the CVS system of scanning and inventory checking. It is a hella efficient. More so than the out-patient pharmacy that I volunteered at last year. Yes, the system does not help the patient-pharmacist relationship at all but I can see the system improving. I HAVE HOPE!

Somehow, I managed to gash the space between my thumb and pointer with a dispensing spatula while I was dispensing prescriptions today. What idiot does that? Oh me. Did a consultation, made phone calls galore, restocked, found out all the clerks are all older than me when I thought they were all younger than me. Dude, I would be so lost without the techs. I wish I had a shirt that says "I <3 PharmTechs" to show my appreciation for them. First time I left exactly at closing time. I didn't know what to do with myself, except go home.

Another day of work tomorrow. I'll be missing the Super Bowl with the Boy's Club. I hope they save me food.