Post-hospital placement

Hello

I've finished one of the busiest weeks of the year. Long days in the hospital standing in operating theaters have taken their toll. I don't know how surgeons do this full time! In the past week I've learnt an incredible amount of dentistry. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to work alongside 'top-dog' maxillo-facial surgeons, oral surgeons, house surgeons, and the entire surgical team. They are all such inspirations and devote their career to improve the health and well-being of the general population.

After wearing scrubs and providing minimal attention to my appearance all week. I've dressed up for friday nights activities. The headband is coming off, but I thought it'd be nice for the snaps. 

Smiles & Hugs

- SZ

Stunning Shanghai

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This week I’m on hospital placement. My first day has been good but tiring and I've been warned tomorrow will be hectic. I haven’t had time to take any photos but I’ve been enjoying blogging so much that I still wanted to post something. Here is my hometown, Shanghai. I was born there and lived there in my childhood. I consider it my home and visit as much as I can. People say it is the 'eastern New York', but I call New York the 'western Shanghai'. :-)

These are a few snaps from my most recent visit. 

Hugs & Smiles

- SZ

Bright bracelets

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I've been seeing the arm candy trend everywhere recently, so I've decided to hop on the bandwagon. It's difficult for me to buy jewelry for my wrists because they are abnormally thin. I actually don't like how thin they are. Solid bangles are usually out of the question because they don't have adjustable length. 

Here are two I picked up yesterday at Lovisa to start off my collection. I've been brave and ventured out into the bright colours as I'm usually one for wearing plain silver only. But I'm lovin' it *cue Mcdonalds jingle*!

I feel a bit more 'grown-upy' wearing the gold one. I'm planning to wear it out for a dinner date tonight by the marina. The turquoise one is also fun innit?

Here's a pic for a casual outfit of the gold bracelet with a vintage crocodile leather clutch (Thank you mother). 

Smiles & Hugs

- SZ

Skipping around in Skirts

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I've been keeping my eyes open on A-line skirts, and I spotted this gem at Cue. I love Cue they have top quality & fashion-forward clothing. It's not the most affordable place but are frequently on sale, so I suggest you to take a detour into one of their stores.
A-line skirts are so versatile and feminine. They are suitable for both formal and casual occasions. Perfect wardrobe staple. 

Smiles & Hugs

- SZ

A bit of DIY glitz

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I started to get really sick of my phone case. It's white and has become an embarrassing  dirty stained colour. I've searched high & low for a prettier alternative but my phone (HTC sensational XL) doesn't seem to be very popular in the cellphone case market. So I resorted to DIY. I found some of these bling/rhinestone stickers at the local dollar store. I bought two sheets because my phone is a bit larger than the standard (iPhone) and it needed a bit of jig-saw work to cover it all up.

I know it doesn't cover the entire back... but it's an improvement from before. :)

et voila !

The result is not too bad but the true test will be how long it'll last before a) I get frustrated with bits of rhinestone falling off or b) I get bullied into growing up and switching to a more 'adult' cases :-)

Smiles & Hugs

- SZ

p.s. I've received such lovely encouragement and also comments in the last few days. Thank You so much, I've really enjoyed blogging more entries to come :-)

Fancy a cuppa?

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My sister brought home these adorable wee cups today. They're a bit of a novelty but are quite unique. I would describe them as the offspring of a traditional mug and take-out coffee. The lid is silicone and the body is ceramic. They come in a range of colours and are available from Farmers (if you're in NZ). 

Tonight I'm sipping on honey & lemon tea. 

Smiles & Hugs

- SZ

Hello

I've been working from home this morning, slouching around in pajama's and drinking green tea. 

Here's a few snaps of later in the day when I wore clothes more suitable for going public.

:)

levitating in heels is risky business

Smiles & Hugs

- SZ