I'm just checking in. Not much to write today except that it's the middle of a world pandemic! and unfortunately international travel is still hampered... and the US has failed to contain the outbreak. Top leadership said it'd be gone most likely by April (2020) and then it would fade away has it got hotter. Soooooo in the middle of summer we are recorder record high new infections (70+ thousand) dwarfing the peaks in April.
Saturday, July 11, 2020
Friday, July 14, 2017
Today I checked in at 153 lbs (70kg) after being at 170 in early May... so 10% of me is now gone. I'm going to share some things that I have been doing. I can't say with absolute proof that they work. Also note the disclaimer which ironically tells you to do what this post is about.
The scale read 153.0 lbs so 10% of me is gone before lunch time today. 17 (7.7 kg) lbs since early May. The left is me now with some distortion due to the camera lens.
Before trying to lose weight I met with my physician and a registered dietitian. I felt it was important to assess if I had any special conditions that I would need to address and make special accommodations for. What I was seeking to prevent was being frustrated or failing because of an unknown factor , or in the worst case causing harm to myself. Also, I discovered that finding out more about the consequences of obesity/being overweight has been more motivating. As an example my Asian genetic background makes me more vulnerable to obesity related co-morbidity factors at a lower level of obesity than let's say your average Caucasian.
It is unfortunate that in the country I live in, access to health care isn't easy, but I think one should if possible visit the doctor before engaging in weight loss. I hope that someday everyone in my country and the world will be able to get healthcare when they need it.
The above does not constitute medical advice and is meant for informational purposes only. Please consult a physician before engaging in any weight loss program
The scale read 153.0 lbs so 10% of me is gone before lunch time today. 17 (7.7 kg) lbs since early May. The left is me now with some distortion due to the camera lens.
Before trying to lose weight I met with my physician and a registered dietitian. I felt it was important to assess if I had any special conditions that I would need to address and make special accommodations for. What I was seeking to prevent was being frustrated or failing because of an unknown factor , or in the worst case causing harm to myself. Also, I discovered that finding out more about the consequences of obesity/being overweight has been more motivating. As an example my Asian genetic background makes me more vulnerable to obesity related co-morbidity factors at a lower level of obesity than let's say your average Caucasian.
It is unfortunate that in the country I live in, access to health care isn't easy, but I think one should if possible visit the doctor before engaging in weight loss. I hope that someday everyone in my country and the world will be able to get healthcare when they need it.
The above does not constitute medical advice and is meant for informational purposes only. Please consult a physician before engaging in any weight loss program
Saturday, July 18, 2015
Monday, December 23, 2013
Queen Victoria market
A quick piece of advice (after a year's absence).... at the Queen Victoria Market , if you want a smoke free experience avoid the bathrooms near the deli and meats/seafood section. Oh yes, the water at the sinks is hands free in that you are supposed to push a button with your thigh. There's another set of bathroom at the intersection of Queen and Therry Streets.
P.S. In this case: bathroom = restroom.
P.S. In this case: bathroom = restroom.
Monday, December 17, 2012
Student Concession rates
If you are a foreign student - either a foreigner studying at an Australian school or a foreigner who is a student in a school outside of Australia you need to be aware of the concept of Student Concession rates. These are student discounts. But not all student discounts are equal opportunity so to speak.
Some student concession rates are only for Australians who are students (e.g. public transportation) yet other student concession rates (e.g. at museums) are open to students studying at an Australian school. I haven't really run into much in the way of student concession rates for foreigners who are studying in a non-Australian institution, I'm sure they are out there... maybe?
Addendum: 12/18/2012 Well they are alot closer than I thought... there's the Melbourne Museum which is FREE for students and the National Gallery of Victoria is free for everyone (except for the special exhibits)
Some student concession rates are only for Australians who are students (e.g. public transportation) yet other student concession rates (e.g. at museums) are open to students studying at an Australian school. I haven't really run into much in the way of student concession rates for foreigners who are studying in a non-Australian institution, I'm sure they are out there... maybe?
Addendum: 12/18/2012 Well they are alot closer than I thought... there's the Melbourne Museum which is FREE for students and the National Gallery of Victoria is free for everyone (except for the special exhibits)
Sunday, September 2, 2012
The Customer Experience.
If you are from Massachusetts, you might find the shopping experience different in Melbourne. You might find that there are many items where the price isn't labeled, or that are seemingly always on sale or on special, (then what is its normal price?). I have more than once encountered where an item where there are two different prices listed listed on the display. I won't argue what practices are unfair, deceptive or misleading but I'll offer an opinion on the last instance.
I kindly pointed out to the shopkeepers that they had two different prices prominently listed on display. The price tags on the individual items were at the lower price too. At which point one of shopkeepers took the item, scanned the bar code, and said it was the higher price. I offer that the difference is that in the U.S. (or in particular, Massachusetts stores), the shopkeeper might have said something like "Thanks for pointing that out to us, though it's really at the higher price, to show our appreciation we'll sell it to you at the lower price."
The advice I offer is to be prepared to be more demanding and assertive to merchants.
I kindly pointed out to the shopkeepers that they had two different prices prominently listed on display. The price tags on the individual items were at the lower price too. At which point one of shopkeepers took the item, scanned the bar code, and said it was the higher price. I offer that the difference is that in the U.S. (or in particular, Massachusetts stores), the shopkeeper might have said something like "Thanks for pointing that out to us, though it's really at the higher price, to show our appreciation we'll sell it to you at the lower price."
The advice I offer is to be prepared to be more demanding and assertive to merchants.
When coming to Australia, international travellers should always have a pack of tissues or a few pieces of paper towels on them. In many airport restrooms (and many public ones too), there are no paper towels. This is probably done in an effort to be green. However, hand dryer blowers can only do so much. For instance, they can't be used to wipe your face or towel off your neck and head after a long plane ride (remember sweating on the uncooled plane while boarding). The hand blower dryer can't help clean up a bloody nose caused by dry sinuses or wipe up liquid soap that has accidentally spilled over the side of your travel bottle. I suppose one could duck quickly into a toilet stall and grab some toilet paper but who wants to rush into a smelly stall right after someone has done the no. 2 (is that roll of toilet paper really clean too?).
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