Yvonne Foong -

I wrote these when I could still hear, sing in the school choir, play the piano, the violin, and actively participate in conversations. I was 15 years old when I started blogging and 19 when I met Cordy. This blog contains the innocence that one inevitably lose with age. Like any child, I could not have been more youthful. I was diagnosed with NF2 in July 2002. Click the appropriate links to read the events following my diagnosis. - Yvonne Foong www.yvonnefoong.com

Saturday, March 19, 2005

 

On A Bored Sunday Morning

Yvonne, you're looking for a Soul Mate

Who needs a fling when what you want is the whole fairytale: long walks on the beach, up-all-night conversations, and watching sunrises/sunsets in each other's arms. You're probably a picky dater who doesn't connect with just anyone. Sure a strong intellectual streak, loyalty, and a great sense of humor are terrific selling points. But if your dates can't savor romance like you do, it might be the perfect match you're dreaming of. You're hoping to find your other half, that one person who can finish your sentences, someone who really 'gets' your inner emotions. And until you find them, you probably don't mind flying solo every now and then. That's because deep down, you know that being with the wrong someone is just an obstacle to being with your one-and-only. So even as you're reading this and thinking about how to find them, know that somewhere out there, they're probably wondering the same about you. It's just a matter of time.

Congratulations, Yvonne! Your IQ score is 120 This number is based on a scientific formula that compares how many questions you answered correctly on the Classic IQ Test relative to others. Your Intellectual Type is Insightful Linguist. This means you are highly intelligent and have the natural fluency of a writer and the visual and spatial strengths of an artist. Those skills contribute to your creative and expressive mind. And that's just some of what we know about you from your test results.

Yvonne, your destiny is to be a Facilitator

Whether you know it or not, this is the role that is most in tune with who you are at your core. As a facilitator, you're admired for your thoughtful decision-making skills and sense of duty. You exude a quiet strength, and when others want something done right, you are often the one they turn to, even though you don't call attention to yourself, often preferring to work behind the scenes more than in visible leadership roles. You are a solid, dependable person with a keen mind for systems and can easily assess their accuracy and efficiency. Just watch out for your tendency to categorize everything — not everything is black and white — because it will cause you to miss out on the subtleties of life. As long as you're aware of how rigid you can be, your orderly, neat ways can help you be incredibly productive in this life, in part because you never feel compelled to be a slave to flash and/or trend.

Yvonne, you're in your comfort zone when you're the Host with the Most!

Bring it on! You're not fazed by last-second get-togethers. Getting your friends together is more important than impressing them with perfectly planned parties. Fact is, you're laid back and resourceful enough to make any impromptu gathering work. No ice in the freezer? No fancy snacks? Who cares? You'll think of something. Whether it's a spontaneous cocktail party, or a backyard BBQ, you're at your best when you're bringing people together. Maybe it's the lively games you entertain them with. Maybe it's the hilarity of watching them strip down to bathing suits and take a running dive down the slip and slide. Or maybe it's just that when you're together with your friends, you can really take a load off and enjoy yourself. Who needs formal fetes and stuffy invites? You open your door and the good times just keep rolling in. So pick up the phone! Any time's a great time to call up your friends for a spontaneous bash! The food, fun, and perfectly chilled drinks are just a call away!


Thursday, March 17, 2005

 

Adopt A Pet, Be Charitable

My new found friend, Cordy, brought me to know of a group of young students with hearts of gold. Together, they voluntarily rescue animals from the streets and look after them until it is rehomed. They do not take in animals from people unless there are extra space to avoid being overcrowded.

Their main centre have recently been shifted from Bandar Sunway to SS19, Subang Jaya. In one three-month periosd, they managed to rehome 30 puppies. Every adoptee is kept in check by visiting their homes occasionally.

Because this group is independant, they are in need of donations and gifts from the public. A wishlist can be found in their website. www.sprvmalaysia.com

Adopt an animal and safe a life. If you believe in karma, this will give you merits and you will reap the rewards of your kindness one day. Did you know, a dog's bark keep thieves away?


Sunday, March 06, 2005

 

Gift from Alan

dizi Originally uploaded by Doey.
I was surfing the internet until past midnight. Suddenly, I heard sounds of the glass door unlocking so I thought the two brothers came home but after waiting for awhile, no one came upstairs. Scared, I hurriedly switched off my PC and went to sleep.

Only found out this morning that the mysterious person was ALAN! Gawd...why I never guessed so? Here's a gift from him.

I am surprised that he remembered my words. I just briefly told him about my interest in chinese flute. I also briefly commented about this china-made mat my mom have that's spoiled already. And guess what? He bought her a new one! He gave my dad chinese tea. He probably notice how devoted my dad is in serving the Gods. But the tea he bought is for drinking lar.

How thoughtful of the fella. So men do listen after all. LOL! Now my ex-collegemate, Kevin Tan is going to teach me how to play the dizi. Yay!


Saturday, March 05, 2005

 

UN participation

I am now an active participant of Unicef's Voices of Youth.

Voices of Youth is a website for young people who are interested in issues of human rights and development. Voices of Youth is particularly concerned with reaching and involving young people from developing countries, and youth who do not traditionally have a way to make their voices heard – or have access to the Internet. Voices of Youth also tries to attract young people who may not yet realize just how interesting and important child rights can be.

Other Links include: UNICEF

Save The Children

Free The Children

Children's Tumor Foundation


Wednesday, March 02, 2005

 

HEAR MY VOICE

Finally, I am beginning to make a difference. It seems that many people are being referred here by other NF sites or search engine results. Some come here by other means and ended up being touched by my NF page. Keisha had just joined the NF Crew and she found out that many of them there frequents my blog. They've never left any comments so I didn't know until now. There are, some who left comments once in awhile.. just like Jenn.

I saw a link to your blogsite from a discussion forum and decided to come on in. I read some of yoour blogs and I want to commend you on your bravery and offer you my support with your fight with Neurofibromatosis (Type 2). I2 can't imagine what it must feel like to be you but I do know that you are a very brave girl and though you are younger than me (since I'm 23) I admire you in a very big way. Keep on blogging and know that the world is reading your thoughts and feeling for ya (if u don't mind that is hehe). Hope this can be a therapy for you because blogging has really helped me too.
SHE SPELLED NF CORRECTLY! Jenn, if you're reading this, thank you very much for your support. It means a lot to me to know that my blog makes a difference. NF is very unknown and I hope that the public will be aware of its existence to encourage early detection on those affected.

And not to forget the well-wishers and concerned who supported through e-mail.


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