Are All Filipinos Maids?

I visited a clinic today and was outraged at how one of the nurses asked if I was a 'maid' after seeing on my appointment card that my nationality was Filipino. She realized her mistake when she saw my employment pass and that I had the mien of a working professional. I have never encountered such blatant act of stereotyping until today!

Infuriated, I complained at the front desk and told them that the nurse's comment was uncalled for, and that stereotyping was an unacceptable, inappropriate and offensive behavior. I am not one to tolerate racial prejudice, Filipino or not.

I wanted to send them feedback online through their website to let everyone know of this shitty incident but my comment was rejected as 'spam' (and yes, I'm at my boiling point as I write).

This was what I intended to say:

Please bear in mind that racial prejudice is simply unacceptable and will not be tolerated. People like myself come to you because we are concerned about our health. We pay you for your services and that includes courtesy towards your patients.

The Daily Astrology - And So It Was Written In The Stars

Found the most accurate description of my current mental state:

Although this may be a day away from work, there's so much to be done that you might prefer being on the job so you can relax. You might already feel the tremendous emotional waves that are heading your way, yet staying focused on your chores keeps your mind engaged in a safer realm. Don't fight the inevitable; you'll feel better once the intensity passes.

Aim High

I went to Market!Market! with Hannelore today for indoor wall climbing. I've always wanted to try it, but somehow always managed to come up with a convenient excuse not to. Honestly, I was worried that I wasn't strong enough to carry my bodyweight all the way to the top. Much to my surprise, I did it without even breaking a sweat!

Mission accomplished.

Horns and Stingers

My guilty pleasure - horoscope and astrology. For such a logical and pragmatic person, it's hard to believe I'm into this kind of shit.

What The Stars Say About Me
Positive Traits: pioneering, adventurous, energetic, courageous, enterprising, confident, dynamic, quick-witted and freedom-loving

Negative Traits: selfish, quick-tempered, impulsive, impatient, foolhardy and undiplomatic

Likes: action, challenge, spontaneity, championing causes and coming in first
Dislikes: waiting, tyranny, failure, lack of opposition and the advice of others
Spiritual Goal: To learn the meaning of selfless love
Associated Countries: England, France, Germany and Poland (Me: Ah, this explains a lot)
Animals: Ram, Sheep and Owl
Watchword: Action
Keynote: Hope
Physical Manifestation: Impetus
Mental Manifestation: Enterprise
Motto: Never Defeated
Quote: I Am