G for Grace: A&E

Whoa, I love civilisation!

Kisses to unlimited telly-channel surfing, full access of Internet, privacy, my luxurious complete facial regime (my face is engulfed with blackheads and big pimples!) and not forgetting, endless supply of (junk) food. Ok sounds like I just returned from Survivor XXXIII (can't remember what's the correct series now), but no, its only a 1-night stay in NUH which seemed to me like 1 week.

Baby was rushed to the Accident & Emergency (A&E) department in an ambulance on Sunday morning (4a.m) because of a severe stomachache and vomitting. Amid all the frantic and chaos, QQ ran out and the siblings had to go after her while I tend to baby. He was experiencing such pain that I've never seen him in before during our 4 years of relationship and all I could do was to prepare for the worst. Have you ever seen those television shows where someone would just faint all of a sudden and the companion would just stare back in shock, not knowing what to do. I used to criticise them cynically, half-muttering to myself what a dumb-ass they are when they should just dial 995. Well, after that night, I can finally understand why they reacted thay way.

We reached A&E around 5 a.m and waited till 8 a.m before the doctor finally came out to update us on his condition. Knowing that admission to the ward takes a darn long time in our government hospitals, we (his brother and I) decided to go back home first to rest and pack his belongings. I fell asleep as soon as I had fed Xiao Q and packed his toiletries cause I had not slept since Saturday. To my dismay, it was only 3 pathetic hours later when I woke up.

First day

Medical Officers came to examine baby and told us that it was most probably mild appendicitis, but they can only conclude after 24hours of observation. If it is indeed appendicitis, he would have to be operated on. Hence, no eating or drinking for him till Tuesday morning at least. I created some commotion when dinner was served and I helped him to finish it. My poor baby had to be on drip constantly which deterred his movements. We had to call the nurse everytime he needed the Gents. Bought some newspapers and magazines to accompany myself throughout the night but gave up after trying to stay awake at 2am.

Second day

Consultants came in to look at baby again during breakfast and told him the good news that he could eat. Baby was overjoyed and looked like he was savouring every mouthful of the porridge served. Should have taken pictures for keepsake's.

After trying the hospital food baby was served, I don't think their food is bad or mediocre at all. Around food-court's standard, I must say. Everything served looked appetising and did not tasted bland or awkward.

Finally, at around 6 p.m, baby was discharged and his parents drove me home first before my mom starts making a police report. This entire incident gave me some rather useful insight and helped answered questions which I had been pondering over for past weeks. Our relationship has definitely grown stronger and another chapter of our life-story passed.

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On a lighter note, here are some pictures of past events.

1. Anthony Hair Boutique Exclusive Opening

I hate my hair. Wasted a freaking $40 to style it and it came out horrendous. I know I'm constantly saying this, but I should have just done it myself.

Pictures credits to Clara (http://dblchin.blogspot.com/)

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2. Jing Jing's Solemnisation at Mandai Garden