An ok day

Friday, April 5th, 2024

My productivity is a bit better than yesterday. In the morning, I attended an online Math class, which was interesting. Then, spent some time searching for information about my upcoming procedure – ovarian PRP (platelet rich plasma) injections. This technique is aimed at hopefully improving overall ovarian health, specifically the quality and quantity of eggs. Given my age and several IVF failures, it’s becoming obvious that I have bad eggs. This truth is so devastating. When I first started this journey, everything seemed so promising and I was so naive to believe that. However, the deeper I go into this journey, the more I realize how perilous it can be like a monster pulling its “victims” into the abyss of fear and distress. 

In the afternoon, I went to get acupuncture as usual. I’ve been completing 28 sessions so far. The acupuncturist advised me to continue sessions weekdays. I also receive red light therapy. The treatments are reasonable. However, the Grab taxi expenses add up to the total cost since I don’t want to deal with chaotic traffic in VN for a long transportation. I’d rather spend money to save my peace. 

Afterward, I headed home, took pills, and then went for a walk in the park near my parents’ house. Taking walks allow me to reflect deeply on various aspects of my life, including my strengths, weaknesses, and current situations. It uplifts my spirits and brings peace. 

Later in the day, I watched a science lecture video. There are many more videos on my watchlist; hopefully I’ll be more productive tomorrow. I couldn’t focus during the lecture because of mosquito bites, which were really annoying. It feels like I am their only target everyday. I always have to keep some cream nearby to soothe the itchiness and stop myself from scratching the bite spots.

I also shared a photo of Tiết canh (raw blood soup) with MK, intending to “scare” her. Surprisingly, she replied enthusiastically, “yum!” Actually, blood soup is a popular dish in Vietnam, made from the blood of goats or ducks. Pig blood soup is very common too but we don’t eat it as it can be deadly due to potential contamination with S.suis. I personally enjoy this specialty a lot. It’s a mixture of ground meat and finely chopped cartilage covered in blood. Not sure of all the ingredients used, but it’s really delicious, with the addition of herbs and peanuts, providing a crunchy texture and flavorful taste. 

That’s all for today. It’s bedtime now. 

P/S: Sometimes, I just want to throw my phone away.