I AM BLESSED INDEAD

Now that my mind is not blurred by Xeloda, I can foresee a brighter future ahead for myself. I am not going to let this opportunity slipped out but will plot an effective and holistic approach towards my recovery.

Those who are close to me will know that I am a very determined person.

Once my strategy is set, I will wholeheartedly carry it out to ensure that my goal of conquering cancer is successful and thereafter lead a simple and peaceful life.

Now I have come to the crossroad of my life -  choose life or death. There is no middle path, no in between path. The obvious choice for me is, of course, to choose to live healthily. If that is my choice, I have to fight to win and to win I have to plan and strategize well ahead. To lose means to leave my beloved family with an unaccomplished mission.

I have to remain positive, happy and caring and to try to create a conducive environment for all. I believe I can only be happy if those around me are happy. To accomplish all this and to win my battle against Cancer, I need the Almighty's guidance and strength to lead me. Now I do not fear Cancer. I am indeed blessed by God.

CANCER : EYE OPENER TO ME

Cancer and the subsequent treatments have proved to be an eye opener for me. I begin to see life from different perspectives and angles. I didn't realise that the world outside is so beautiful and life can be beautiful and great. For this, I have to thank my Lord for showing it to me.

Though I have 60% of my stomach removed and are unable to enjoy a hefty meal, nevertheless I can still enjoy all the scrumptious meals but in smaller portions and more frequently.  I also now have the luxury of savouring my meal slowly as I need time to chew my food properly so that it is easily digested.

It has been three days since I stopped taking Xeloda. Things have become rosier as its side effects have also been removed. Now I am looking into other alternative methods to strengthen my body. Apart from having a nourishing and healthy diet, I am also taking up GiQong. With exercise and nutrition I believe I can get rid of the toxic that have accumulated through the many decades of an unhealthy lifestyle that I have embraced. I believe a radical change in lifestyles is a must and a necessity for me if I aspire to have a longer life span. Without God's strength and guidance it will be tough for me to effect a change at this time of my life. I cannot overcome all the adversities that I am now facing without God.

Thank you Lord for having the patience and concern to reveal to me the beauty of life. I understand that You are the living and loving sovereign God who honours Your Words. It is now time for me to appreciate life, to love myself unconditional as well as those close to me, not to be too harsh on myself or others as well as take life lightly and make my life worthy of God.

Thank you God and please help me to be a living example and give me the power to love others unconditional as You love us irrespective of our sins.

On this beautiful morning that God has given us, I started my first lesson on Qigong which basically teaches one on the principles of proper breathing for good health. Steps on inhalation, hold and exhilaration of air to serve as a mean of improving my health and boost my immune system.

LIFE IS AMAZING EXPERIENCE

Life is full of ups and downs, happiness and sorrows, tears as well as joys. I am now able to understand that there is an amazing experience at every turn of the ride.

After stopping the intake of Xeloda, I begin to see rays of light from the end of the tunnel. I felt nauseous when I see food and have no desire to partake it. My memory traveled back to the times when I was a teenager where I was having a great time fishing at the Tanjong Tokong beach with my friends. The simple meal of fried bee hoon with chilies tasted so good. I can recall vividly and can smell the freshness of the little fishes that I had caught and fried for my dinner.  There is no other fish that can taste so good and delicious as those.

Those were the good old days and I regret that I was not able to enjoy them for then I was filled with bitterness and ungratefulness.

I was unhappy with my life then as it was filled with poverty and I aspired to upgrade and improve my life.

During the last four decades, I kept on pushing and pressing myself to achieve the best. Was I being silly for doing that? Have I wasted my life? These are the questions that I keep pondering.

As I traveled down memory lane, I am driven to seek those foods that I was not appreciative of then but now tingle my tastebuds. It is the simple things in life that give us the most pleasure. It is neither the brand nor the exquisite. What matters most is the things that give you the most pleasure and satisfaction. 

Tips From Freedom Financial Network On Building Credit When You Have No Credit History

Tips From Freedom Financial Network On Building Credit When You Have No Credit History

What’s the best way to build a credit history when you are just starting out? This can seem like a chicken and egg problem. To get a loan or credit card, you need a credit history. But to build a credit history, you need to have made payments on financial products such as a loan or credit card.

In this article, Freedom Financial Network is going to share some information that could help you get past these problems and build up your credit history.

Secured Credit Cards

A secured credit card requires you to deposit a small amount (usually a few hundred dollars) with the issuing bank. Once the deposit is complete and the card is approved, you use the card just like a regular credit card. Although, these cards will have lower limits than that of a comparable credit card.

The lower limit is part of the secured card restriction. After some period of use, which might be 6 —12 months, your card can be converted into an unsecured card. The deposit will also be sent back to you once the card has been converted.

If the conversion to an unsecured card isn’t available after a few months of use, you might consider applying for an unsecured card. Check your credit score before applying for an unsecured card. Scores over 600 start getting approved, but Freedom Financial Network says that over 650 might open up more choices and better chances of approval.

Student Credit Cards

Universities will often have credit card companies in the student union or other gathering place on campus. These companies target students with credit cards designed for those who lack a credit history.

Freedom Financial Network points out that student credit cards are unsecured. While it can still be difficult to get a student credit card in the beginning, it isn’t as strict as getting a regular unsecured card.

If you have been making payments on a secured card, that will certainly help your chances of being approved for a student credit card. If the option is available, applying for a student credit card should be your first choice when it comes to unsecured cards.

Getting Ahead As An Authorized User

Owners of credit cards can add other people to the card. This is called an authorized user. This person can use the credit card just like the primary owner. Some credit card companies will allow categorizing charges by user so the primary card holder can see transactions by authorized user.

If your parents, siblings or a friend has a credit card and is willing to add you as an authorized user, you’ll be able to build credit by piggy backing off of their credit history.

Do keep in mind that you can negatively affect their credit. If you run up charges that neither you nor the primary card holder can pay, both of your credit profiles will be negatively affected.

Be sure to set money aside each month to pay on what you owe.

If you’ve gotten ahead of yourself and need help paying down credit card debt, Freedom Financial Network can put together a plan customized for your situation. To get started, visit them at freedomfinancialnetwork.com.

HALF JOURNEY OF MY FIRST COURSE OF CHEMOTHERAPHY

To date, I have completed half of the journey of my first course of chemotherapy. What is worrying is that I am losing my appetite and this has led me to consider seeking other alternative treatments.

My existing treatment is both lengthy as well as a painful.process. However, it is not easy for me to make a decision as to whether to continue chemotherapy or to seek alternative treatments. I hope before my next course of chemotherapy and with God's wisdom and guidance, I can come to a decision. 

At the time of writing, I have just received a call from the daycare in response to my grouse of the unfavorable side effects of Xeloda. As such my oncologist has allowed me to reduce the dose from 3 tablets in the morning and 4 tablets at night to lesser quantities due to the intolerance from my body. I believe this is a good measure for the time being. As an immediate measure, I have decided to stop temporarily until I regain my appetite for the remaining half of my first course. 

Should the side effects persist my oncologist may consider changing my existing medication on my next visit which I have rescheduled to a later date for me to understand better my body. 

I only can walk this path alone -left out this word. I, therefore, have to consider and decide carefully with God's wisdom and guidance my next course of action. Needless to say, I hope to cure my illness so that I have more time to spend with my beloved family. Therefore I pray to God to give me a second chance to live my life and to bring cheers to all especially the unfortunate. It was a blessing for me to accept Christ as my Saviour and through Him I have managed to survive my adversity so far.

Thank you God and please continue to shower your mercy and blessings on me. I will accept whatever He has planned for me for I know He knows best. 

SIDE EFFECTS OF CHEMOTHERAPY DEVELPOED

What I feared most has materialised. I now experiencing vomiting, throwing out most of the food I had taken, nausea as well as numbness in my hands. I know with God's grace, power and strength, He will lead me by his hand to overcome these adversities and I will emerge victorious and rid my body of the cancer cells.

What is puzzling me is that though my tumour marker is insignificant at this moment why then am I still have to undergo 8 courses of chemotherapy? Is it to prevent those cancer cells that are still in the body to grow and spread? I am very confused and I sometimes wish that the doctors will be more patient and understanding to explain their actions.

Wouldn't it be better if an alternative method such as nutrition, exercise, spiritual guidance and other less potent medicine to treat or to boost the immune system?

The side effects have worsened since yesterday and the vomiting, nausea n numbness have intensified which led me to wonder whether it is going to cause more harm in the long run.

I will continue to pray for God's guidance and wisdom for He is the creator and He knows best what is good for me.

Dear all please continue to pray for me so that I have the strength to overcome all the discomforts.

Thank you.

THE AMAZING EXPERIENCE OF MY FIRST CHEMOTHERAPHY

The morning of 19 sept dawned bright and clear but I was filled with trepidation for I was going for the first course of my chemotherapy. I quickly brushed aside my fear for I know my Lord will be beside me, giving me strength to overcome this adversity.

I checked into the UMSC hospital at the appointed time for the potent drugs to be administered intravenously.

The treatment started with a base line blood test for my kidney, liver and a tumour marker. The marker turned out to be insignificant, thank God, demonstrating that my surgeon had done a good job by removing all tumours and lymph nodes that can be seen by the naked eyes.

Since the lower bottom of my stomach was removed, now I have to be injected with Vitamin B12 and the frequency of injection every three months. Dr Ho is the only one who highlighted this point to me and I let him to do the job. If not it may cause damage to the nerves.

I hope what I learned/ picked up those key issue from my journey will be helpful for others. Sharing is caring

Since I did not make a pre-booking for a bed, I was offered a reclining chair to receive my treatment.

I am glad that everything went smoothly and steadily overcoming my initial fear. The entire process was lengthy and time-consuming and it took almost the whole day. Fortunately, I did not suffer much side effects except for some numbness.

After the Chemotheraphy, I experienced  some numbness and thus I was advised to drink hot water at all times to ease it.

Therefore I would say that overall it was an amazing experience for me. 

Please pray for me that no side effects will arise.May God's grace strengthen every muscles and good cells to battle against any remaining cancer cells in my body.

I would like to thank everyone  who has prayed  and supported me throughout my first treatment. Please  pray that God will continue to shower his blessings on me so that all the bad cells will be removed and I will be cancer free.

To date I have incurred  and settled my medical bills accrued due to my cancer amounting  to about rm 40k on a paid and claim basis. However, my insurance company, AIA has yet to reimburse me despite that it has been more than a month since i had submitted my claimed.

Hoping and praying that AIA will expedite my claim as soon as possible in line with the company's slogan of providing you with an umbrella when it rains.. Till yesterday i have submitted 4 claims, I hope and trust that they will walk their talk by showing understanding and care to their valued customers. 

CANCER : FEAR OR INSPIRATION

Dear friends, followers and Fans,

This is the most preferred title for my 9th book on the following reasons:-

1. 17/09/2017, 11:27:18 AM: Roziah Ahmad Millionaire Author: Me too, I like that Fear or Inspiration..

Makes one feel that they have the choice to make it or break it, to dwell or well, to wallow or sow

2. 17/09/2017, 11:29:01 AM: ‪+60 17‑653 2996‬: I agree with the rest, this title is clean and drives my curiosity.

17/09/2017, 11:31:20 AM: ‪+60 17‑653 2996‬: Have you read a book called, When Breath becomes air, it is also a story about someone who struggles with cancer,  one of the main reasons I bought this book was the title.

3. 17/09/2017, 11:17:22 AM: Serena Shukur Mill Author: I prefer this. It makes me wonder whether we should fear cancer or make it inspirational. It would make me wanna to know more by reading the book.

4. 17/09/2017, 11:17:36 AM: Burney Choo Mil Author: I like this one. Clear, succinct, and makes me curious.

5. 01/10/2017, 10:17:55 AM: Kenneth Choo Mill Authors: Bro good to see u are looking at the positive side. As for the book, don't be too mindful of what people care about your book. Be focus on your message u want to convey. Remember THIS IS YOUR BOOK! You are not adopting "reporter" method. Go back to your structure like who's your target readers. You are documenting your journey so let it be. Something asking around too much will pull you out of course. 

Hope it helps. We will pray for u 😊

6. 01/10/2017, 11:49:52 AM: Carl wong Mil Authors: I agree with Kenneth.  Keep going,  James!!

7. 01/10/2017, 12:08:54 PM: Kenneth Choo Mill Authors: Thanks 😊 those who write and being author has a calling to spread the message that they want for the world. Just have faith, James 💪🏻

01/10/2017, 12:09:49 PM: Kenneth Choo Mill Authors: Follow your heart, not your ego. 😇

Please feel free to comment on the comment box below this post.

Cheers and look forward to hearing from you,

MY LUNG CT SCAN

Won another battle yesterday as I managed to do my blood test and CT scan of my lung as scheduled.

Before the scan, I had to take 30 tablets of Nisolon as I am allergic to pons ton, aspirin, blufen, and Voltaren.

On Sept 19 at 8;30am  I will undergo my first chemotherapy treatment at the ward at UMSC if everything goes smoothly.

Thank Lord again for showering your grace comfort and mercy on me. Please continue to pray for me for God's wisdom, strength, and guidance.

Thanks and God bless, 

MY DECISION OF MY CANCER TREATMENT

Dear friends, Followers, and Fans 

After weighing all the options, finally I have decided to have my chemotherapy done at UMSC.

Preliminary procedures I have to undergo before my chemotherapy is to repeat a blood test and CT scan of my lung. I pray that God will bless me n my CT scan results will be negative.

 

Thank Lord for helping me to make this decision and may You continually bless me as I undergo the chemotherapy. Praise the Lord and please continue to give me wisdom and guidance.

CONSULTATION WITH DR HO

My consultation with Dr. Ho today is both logistically as well as financially better for me for the same kind of treatment.  This means that I can save both time n money.

I would be undergoing the same course of chemotherapy over the same period of time ie 6 months. 

According to the dr my chances of survival, if I opt for chemotherapy, I will be increased from 30% to slightly over 50%. (30 %+ 1/3 * 70) 

He also recommended that I do a CT Scan of my lungs before proceeding with the chemotherapy as it is more accurate than the X ray. 

Also before Chemotherapy, I need to take some medications to prevent damage to my other organs.

After consulting a few oncologists, I must say that I am still confused and I pray to God to give me the guidance to choose wisely and pray that I will recover as soon as possible.

THIRD WEEK AFTER MY SURGERY

This is the third week after my first major surgery. Thank God that my recovery pace is at a very satisfactory level. I am getting used to eating less but more frequency as a result removing 60% my stomach.

After several consultations with a few oncologists and conversations with some ex cancer patients, I am now more aware of the options available post surgery. From my discussions with my surgeon and oncologist, I am told that my survival rate would be increased from 70% to 80% or 85%. There are a few options for chemotherapy for me  such as using Xylox or Forfolk but the oncologist I consulted with recommended that I used Xylox. It will be administered both by injection and orally.

I understand that there is another alternative from an elderly cancer patient who used TS1- a Japanese drug taken orally for one year.

To be honest, I really am in a dilemma not knowing which option to go for.

Alternatively, another option is through the intervention approach which can be done through a small tube and inserted through the leg which can be done in one of the cancer hospitals in China. I am not sure if this approach can be done locally

However, if I do not opt for chemotherapy, then I am advised to follow up with my surgeon and oncologist regularly on a 3 to 6 months interval.they will perform Endoscopy, CT scan and MR from time to time. 

It is a not an easy decision for me to choose a suitable n appropriate option as well as an oncologist who I am comfortable with.

I rather pray to Mighty Living God for guidance and let his wisdom and care lead me to a wise decision. 

ANOTHER SIGNIFICANT MILESTONE FOR ME - A POST SURGERY REVIEW AND A CONSULTATION

28 August 2017 marks another significant milestone for me- a post surgery review  and a consultation with the oncologist.

Dato Dr. Lee explained to me that out of the 14 lymph nodes that he observed 3 were found to be cancerous. He recommended that I go for one course 

After a long wait at t oncology center, I finally got to meet Dr. Khong. She explained that I would be fit enough to undergo Chemotherapy in two weeks time. She went on to explain the side effects and advised me to seek treatment immediately should I be unwell after the Chemotherapy.

Possible side effects:

1. Darkening of the skin

2. Slight hair loss

3. Blackening of the fingers and toes

4. Numbness of the hands and feets

5. Allergic reaction

6. Fever ( above 38 degrees )

7. Vomiting 

8. Low immunity 

9. Infection 

10. Dryness of the skin

I am indeed grateful to be attended to by two skillful and experienced doctors

Please forward me your view, if any, by writing 

Thanks for your precious time again for reading this post. May I request you to pray for me for the Lord's wisdom to guide me? 

Thank you in advance again for your kind action

OVERWHELM SUPPORTS RECEIVED PRIOR and AFTER TO MY SURGERY

Some representatives from MacPac, Haji Jamal and His Mrs

With mum and siblings 

With my sibblings

                                                           Prayer led by Pastor Tan

                                                                         At Estin hotel

                                                          Prayers Led by Cell Group

                                                          Led by BNI CEO Chapter

With Amelia _ BNI

                                                            With Irene Chew - BNI

                                                            With my University mate, Mr Chuah YC

                                                   With my secondary classmate, Mr JH Tan

                                            With my primary & secondary classmate, Mr Alex Lee

                                             

                                                     With Jimmy Chng from Tong Sian Primary School

                                                 With David from Tong Sian Primary School

                         
                                With Jimmy and his Mrs, Lee FY, Teng from my primary school.

                                                              With my Editor at UMSC

MY FIRST & MAJOR SURGERY

Dear Friends, Followers and Fans.

On the 14th of August 2017,  I had my first major surgery around 1:30 pm. Dato Dr Lee SH (surgeon) had to act aggressively to remove 60% of my stomach, lots of lymph nodes, of sizes up to 1.5 cm and a little part of my pancreas. To ease my digestion, I have to chew my food properly and savour my drinks. I may be the first for the meal and the last one to finish it. 

The entire operation took nearly 4 hours.  The operation was a success one, with smooth and professionally handled with tense care by the surgeon, who was removing lymph nodes around areas with his naked eye. 

I was discharged after a week of sound resting in the hospital, under the good care of the hospital staff. I was really satisfied with the services rendered from the KL Gleneagles Hospital. 

The surgeon strongly suggested that I go for at least 6 -8 times chemotherapy, which I was hesitated to do so.

He considered me as a Stage 3 cancer patient. Dr. Rachael Khong was under his recommendation for follow up treatment. I have granted an appointment to discuss with them on Next Monday for the details of my above follow up treatment. 

Thanks for your precious time to read this post. Will keep you update and hope you find the above info useful

RECOVERY FROM SURGERY AND FOLLOW UP TREATMENT - JAMES OH

 James Oh – Recovery from Surgery and Follow up Treatment

1 Pray for good rest and recovery from the surgery

2 Pray for strength from the Lord for James, Jennifer and the trying time such as this.

3 Pray for wisdom for Dato Dr. Lee S.H. and Dr, Rachel Khong in the next follow up treatment for James especially on the Chemotherapy.

4 Pray for peace and comfort for James as the Lord journeyed through this healing process together with him

5 Pray for opportunity for faith to rise for James and the family and believing that the Lord is in control all the time.

SEXY FINANCIAL TRAINER ELEVATOR PITCH

Very happy morning 

I am James Oh from "Lift You Up! " I am a professional trainer who have great passion in numbers. 

A sexy financial account is like a sexy lady 

- Huge revenue (put my hand on my chest) 

- small expenses (put my hand on my waist) 

And 

- Big Profit (put my hand at my bump). 

Basically, I help my clients to shape their companies into "Sexy" ones! 

Please refer me to those companies which have such a desire.

Let me be your Sexy Financial Trainer!


in 40 seconds

With Gerry Robert

It was a great pleasure to have taken this photo with Gerry Roberts

LEAN FINANCE ON AUG 9 & 10, 2017

Dear Every readers, 

We write to draw your immediate attention that our forthcoming course, Lean Finance, with MIA will be held on Aug 9 & 10, 2017. To those who are keen, please log into http://pd.mia.org.my/portfolio/lean-finance-enhance-finance-intelligence-skills-capabilities/ for more details.

We believe this timely course will help you to shape your organization in time of need. If implemented appropriately, it will help to reap its stay lean & competitive to enjoy its promised rewards. 

Please contact us should you need any further clarification/ explanation.