Relating to Grey's Anatomy

Just watched this past week's episode of Grey's Anatomy. It's not as interesting as it used to be in my opinion because it hasn't been that dramatic or as funny as I remembered. But despite that, I still enjoy watching it because it reminds me of things that I've had on my mind. Like for example, Christina was mocking the dermatology department because the doctors there had an easier time, they were friendly and kind towards their colleagues, no drama, and everything was super kick back. So part of the show was about how Christina, Meredith, then eventually Izzy and George sit on this couch and watch the dermatology clinic like it's a show (hint: like Grey's Anatomy...duh! Haha. Basically was making fun of itself in way). As attractive as doing something easier and extremely chill was appealing to them, they realized that there are not the happy go lucky easy going people like dermatologists and they crave complex challenges and attract drama. So now I will get to the point of how the episode ties into ideas about my life.

I realized that despite how challenging it is for me to balance, work, school, and other aspects of my personal life, I don't want an easier job. I'm trying to consider what other jobs out there have a schedule that can align with my current lifestyle but still combine the challenge and skills that I use in critical care. I have issues with my job, but nothing I haven't learned to deal with already. No matter what I decide eventually that works with how I want to use my time or what time I choose to work, I love my job. It's not easy for me to always show it at work since I'm so tired and dragging most of the time. I would love to have more energy to be able to apply myself much more and work more efficiently. Anyways, in the meantime, I'm trying to figure things out along the way and we'll see how my story plays out.

Grey's is back for Season 5!

I watched the season premiere of Grey's Anatomy this week. Almost 2 full hours of viewing pleasure. So many plots, characters, and themes to even go into, but I would like to highlight the parts that got my attention. Meredith and McDreamy are finally getting somewhere by the end of the episode by moving in together...about time! Finally that OR nurse that McDreamy dated is out of the picture. I didn't like her and I thought she was weird. What a bad impression to leave for the public perception of nurses, which is something that does irritate me but oh well. Christina and that army guy...woah. Good portrayal of on screen chemistry. I want that army doctor guy to stay. It would be interesting to see how they would challenge and learn from each other. Just reminds me of how being humble and demonstrating intelligence is HOT. Dang, I'm such a nerd haha. Bailey always cracks me up, but didn't see much out of her character this episode. Now onto matters that irritated me. Meredith talking constantly about her relationship with Derek...eww. Okay, I guess I feel that way because I can relate. I love to listen to people about their stuff, but only up to a certain point, not when it's the same thing over and over and over again. I can relate to how Christina has to listen to Meredith, but I don't overreact and blow up like she did. I already mentioned that the nurse McDreamy dated irritated me because she acted all passive aggressive. It's like...get over it. On another note, it was interesting to see things that I can relate to or understand on a work and scholarly level. The major issue of the episode was about being ranked as the 12th best hospital in surgery in the nation and how the rank dropped from years before. It's interesting because I sort of pay attention to hospital ranks and health grades. I know my hospital ranks well when it comes to coronary artery bypass surgery patients. The on a scholarly level, it was interesting to see how surgeons wanted to try a radical procedure that was supported by up-to-date research. It still cracks me to up see the doctors and interns performing skills that nurses or radiology techs usually do at the bedside, but I can see why the writers almost have no choice otherwise the characters would have nothing to do and there would be no show. Can hardly wait til next week to see what happens next.

Jon and Kate Plus 8

It's weird. No matter what random time and day of the week I actually decide to turn on the television on, this show seems to always be on! It just so happened that today was the day they had a marathon starting in the evening. I literally had to just turn off the television and walk away. Don't get the wrong idea though, its not because it was bad. It's because I could probably sit there for hours just watching this show. I'm still in my young, single, and free-spirited stage of life. Then I watch Jon and Kate Plus 8 and I wonder how they have the energy to raise 8 kids! The kids are cute. You can totally tell it's because they love their family so much and that is so admirable. Then I think of my brother who has one son and think that's plenty in itself. It's so funny to see how assertive and organized Jon and Kate are. The way they talk, yell, and argue with each other. Then you see them playing with their kids or disciplining them. It just makes me wonder if this is what the crazy big family of today's world would look like? I mean I look at my parents who have 6 other siblings a piece and wonder what kind of madness that was growing up.

Actually, the truth is that I do have a taste of that life when I was growing up. Even though my cousins and I are grown up and doing our own things. I still remember how I spent my summers at my nanay and tatay's house with my cousins. There was a lot of us staying over each night. May be watching Jon and Kate subconsciously reminded me of my experiences being with a lot of my cousins growing up. 5 girls and 5 boys (close in age to each other) at any given time during the summer or over the weekends. We used to go around in the old van together. Sleep all over the place. Play and fight over games all the time. Share like 2 seat belts in one van. Everyone sharing ONE bathroom! Hahaha. The good old days.

Even though television only shows a glimpse of reality, I think reality shows like this one and Little People go to show that it's not just your circumstances in life that determine who you are or what kind of life you will always have, but it's how you decide to live your life and the attitude that you have about life that make all the difference.

Awkward matters

Even though awkwardness is a matter of perception. I still can hardly stand a large dose of awkwardness and immature drama. So I decided to walk away from watching the show half way through gossip girl. But I still love the show. Just need a break from it for the meantime.

Gossip Girl

I'm addicted to this show. I love the clothes. I love New York. I'm fascinated by the characters, each one with their own mini dramas. I have a love-hate relationship with some of the characters. For example, Blair is a bitch, but has a trace of a heart. Serena acts like such a victim, bad liar, but has a good heart. A lot of revenge and obviously GOSSIP. I also watch to see Penn Badgley and Chase Crawford who are cute. It's interesting to see how these characters will change and grow. I hope season 2 is even better than the 1st one. We'll see.

Wanted

I liked Wanted also. James McAvoy and Angelina Jolie are hot! I loved the characters, the plot, the twists, the action. A new twist to movies that have destiny/identity crisis plots and guns.

The Bachelorette

So I saw the outcome of the bachelorette. And seeing the reunion show with all the announcements was very touching. They look very much in love. It's nice to see things happy once in awhile that give you hope for yourself.

I feel hopeful for now.

Hancock

I watched Hancock yesterday and I really enjoyed it. For one, I love Will Smith and he hardly lets me down. And second, I thought it was funny, my kind of sarcastic humor. And third, it had an interesting story line. Sure it was kind of cheesy, but what movie isn't cheesy that has a super hero. If you want to watch a dark heroic type movie go watch Batman...sheesh. Not to mention it was touching, Charlize Theron is hot, and the little boy was cute.

I guess comedy/action movies are my genre right after romantic comedies.

Lakers

I forgot how much I miss watching Lakers basketball games. I hope they continue to play well this season.