Fiona's Blog

What Are Bioflavonoids?

2008-10-31T09:53:00.000-07:00

Bioflavonoids are flavonoids from a biological source. Hence the "bio". Anyway, they are the same thing.

So, what are flavonoids? They are antioxidants. And antioxidants are good. You hear about it all the time. They are found in foods like dark chocolate, coffee, and other stuff. Bioflavonoids are found in a variety of foods as well and have a lot of benefits. Such as helping the body fight against allergens (things that cause allergies), viruses (things that make you sick), and carcinogens (things that cause cancer).

My LASIK Story

2008-05-16T10:06:00.000-07:00

Ten days ago I had LASIK. I really wish I can say that it was the best thing I've ever done and why didn't I do it sooner, but I can't. First of all, the doctor was a disappointment. He's supposed to be one of the best out there so I was expecting a whole lot more. The thing is, I never even met the guy. Not really anyways. I did not get to meet him prior to the actual surgery, which I thought was strange. I mean for something as major as eye surgery you'd think he'll at least take a look at my eyes first. Anyways, so by the time I was brought in to the surgery room I was drugged up on Valium and Xanax, plus I had my glasses off. Basically, I did not see him. I heard a male voice say "hi" and I assumed it was him, but it could have been anyone. So without warning the procedure started. Pretty soon I yelled that my eye really hurt. And the quack of a doctor insults my Asian heritage by calling my eyes "small" and then tells me I may feel some pressure. Well, it was certainly more than pressure. The next morning my eyes were so bloodshot I looked freaky. I went in that day for the day after check up and they said that it will take 2 weeks for the redness to go away. So for the past week and a half I've looked terrifying. I've had little kids coming up to me and asking me why my eyes are all bloody. It's gotten a lot better but my vision still sucks. My vision is hazy and I can't really see in dimly lit places. Supposedly, it could take six months before my eyes fully heal. Six months seem like an awfully long time to wait. Now the best part is this. I went yesterday for my one week checkup and they had moved without telling me. The door was locked. It was dark inside. The sign on the door was gone. So I called the number on the business card and got forwarded to their other office in Las Vegas. The lady told me that they are relocating and someone should have given me a call. Well, I got no such phone call and when I made my appt last week no one told me that they were going to move. What kind of office moves on such short notice?!! Something is not right here. I hope they actually do call me next week like the lady in Vegas said they would because my eye is still red and I still can't see!

Oh, and the question of the day is: I paid an extra $1000 for custom LASIK as opposed to traditional LASIK. Is there any proof that I actually got custom? How will I ever know?

E-Book

2008-05-16T10:04:00.000-07:00

I purchased 2008's Entertainment Book at $9.99 with $2.49 shipping. So it's a better deal than I got last year.

Progress! I Guess...

2008-02-11T10:27:00.001-08:00

At least she didn't poop in her diaper and she pooped in the bathroom this time. Almost in the toilet too! So close and yet so far.

This reminds me, we are NEVER getting a dog. Picking up squishy poop is so nasty.

A More Balanced Life

2007-12-10T12:07:00.000-08:00

In an attempt to live a more balanced life, I will balance out my complaints with things I'm happy about.

Things I'm really not liking at the moment:
1) Whining children
2) Cold Weather

Things I'm grateful for:
1) It's going to be naptime soon
2) Hot coffee

It's Too Cold

2007-12-10T12:00:00.000-08:00

My feet are cold. I've been trying to warm them up all morning but no luck. And it's not even winter yet. *sigh*

LEFT HANDERS DAY!!!

2007-08-13T10:36:00.000-07:00

Today, August 13th is the day that lefties celebrate their oddity, uh I mean uniqueness. So in honor of the day, here are some lefty trivia for you to enjoy.

Sinistrophobia is the fear of left-handedness.
While many people are left handed, very few are 100% left handed. For example, many Left handers golf and bat right handed. On the other hand, there is a high percentage of righties who are 100% right-handed.
Lefties are also called "southpaws". The term was coined in baseball to describe a left handed pitcher.
Tuesdays are Lefties luck day.
Only about 10% of the population is left handed.
During the 1600's people, thought left handers were witches and warlocks.
International Left Hander's Day was first celebrated on August 13, 1976. It was started by Lefthander's International.
They say everyone was born right handed, and only the greatest overcome it. (he,he,he)
It is believed that all polar bears are left handed.
There is a rumor that octopuses have but one right hand. Scientists are diligently studying this issue.

Have you seen...

2007-06-26T11:26:00.001-07:00

Tiger Woods' new baby? There are 4 pictures that I saw. The baby is a bit scrawny looking. I'm sure that she'll look a lot cuter when she plumps up in a few weeks. (Not that she's a bad looking baby)

It's Been A Long Long Time

2007-06-26T11:08:00.000-07:00

I haven't posted in over a month! It's been so long that I forgot my username and password. I tried over 20 combinations before asking them to send it to me.

The Purple Tree

2007-05-23T10:55:00.001-07:00

The name of this tree is Jacaranda. Since it is Portuguese, do not pronounce it Jack A Ran Da. The correct pronounciation is zha-ka-ra-DAH.

Just Bought E Book!

2007-05-19T10:26:00.000-07:00

E Book is Entertainment Book.

So it was about $15 with shipping. The great part is that after it gets here I'm supposed to register it and then I get a $25 restaurant gift certificate. So that means that not only is the book free but I get $10!

I wonder if I should get another book.

E-Bay is Nuts

2007-05-19T10:19:00.000-07:00

I just got an e-mail from E-Bay congratulating me for making it to "power seller". I've only sold one item. It said that I get that special icon by my name. Not there. Problem is, E-Bay doesn't even have my e-mail address. So who is sending me mail pretending to be E-Bay? Hmmmmm

My Mother's Day

2007-05-14T11:47:00.000-07:00

It was good overall. Lots of good food. That in itself makes it good. I'll try to ignore the other stuff. Too bad Teuscher's don't have big a** boxes of dark chocolate truffles. I just had the Chuao one and it's a poor substitute.

So Far This Morning I Have...

2007-05-11T10:22:00.000-07:00

...eaten half a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Tasted great with my four cups of coffee. You know the Sara Lee wheat bread that we always get? I think they changed the recipe a little bit because it's not as smooth as it used to be. Bummer.

Also this morning I checked my e-mail and The Entertainment Book wrote me to let me know that the book is now only $9.99. Shipping is still $4.99. Should I wait for the price to go even lower? Problem is, what if it sells out? Oh, and it's not cheaper on e-bay.

I was right. El Torito does mean "the little bull". Can't stop thinking about their fajitas. They really should add more veggies though. Perhaps cook them a little before throwing them onto the plate because I loathe onion breath.

BTW. I think the following info may come in handy for you today as you try to make small talk with the doc you're training.
The capital of India is New Delhi but the largest city is Mumbai.
Chess was invented in India.
Your wife likes naan (Indian bread).

$5000 Burger

2007-05-07T11:34:00.000-07:00

Here's a picture of the $5000 burger from Mandalay Bay. Doesn't look like much.

My First Blog Posting Ever

2007-05-07T11:16:00.000-07:00

First of all let me say that I absolutely hated all the template choices that I had to choose from. I spent way too long trying to pick one because I couldn't decide which one I hated the least.

Secondly, this blog is written for Don. He's the one who wants me to have one. So here it is. My posts will all be intended for him to read. Of course I know that others, aka not Don, may stumble on this blog so I will not include anything that anyone but Don should read.