Saturday 24 May 2014

OOTD : Hello Lavenham


Sawasdee ka~

If you read my OOTD post about what did I wear to a spring wedding, surely you know that last Easter I went down to Suffolk with my boyfriend. We had a chance to drive to Lavenham (one of the oldest villages in UK). Before I talk about my outfit I would like to write a bit about Lavenham too. This village is known as 'England's best preserved medieval village'. It's an attractive and charming place to go for a day out or even stay during the weekend. There are many B&B and hotels around the village. My boyfriend said that this village attract alot of tourism over the holiday period. Along the street there are plenty of lovely wooden houses, tea houses, art and antique shops. So make sure you bring camera with you. I'm sure you will want to take a few snaps. I would highly recommend this place if you plan to travel around there this summer and you will fall inlove with this little village like I do.

There are 3 places I show you in this post that I really like. The first one is the Swan hotel, I didn't stay there just went for traditional afternoon tea. It was a nice afternoon nibble which filled my tummy until the next day. Next is Timbers antique shop, I love wandering around vintage shop although I didn't manage to buy anything from there but I'm really impress with how the owner layout the shop with loads of many vintage items. The lovely lady there also really nice. The last one is tea room again "Munnings tea room emporium", unfortunately I didn't have any tea there because it was full but I'm sure I will visit there again if I have a chance. The tearoom has a unique decoration and the staff there (not sure whether she is the owner) was really friendly.

Right, move on to OOTD post today. The day that I went to Lavenham was a nice not so sunny day with a glimpse of warm. I was wearing a black skater dress with a red hat to give a bit of contrast. I also bring cardigan with me just in case it start to get colder. The outfit today is a casual look but somehow also make me stand out from the crowd.

Skater dress : ASOS
Bag : Topshop
Hat and shoes: Thai street market 

What do you think about my outfit, yayy or nayy?
Mwahhh

xxx

Sunday 18 May 2014

Kiss me's Talk : My Experience with Ovarian Cyst and Surgery


*this picture is not mine
WARNING:  This is a long post with lots of little details. If you don't like details about yucky stuff, probably best to stop reading now

Sawasdeeka~

Today I will write something a little bit different from what I normally post. It's not about fashion or any beauty but this time it's about women health. Before I begin this blog post, I'd like to let you know that this is quite a personal thing for me to write. I was thinking for a while whether I should write it down, and finally I decided to post it as I know that the first place that most people who diagnose with cyst will look for information is search engine so  I wanted to share my story with you as I'm hoping that if you're reading this because you are undergo the same situation as me, I may help you in some way. Alternatively, if you are reading this and you know someone who has ovarian cyst, I hope I can help you get a better understanding.

SO HOW DO I KNOW THAT I HAVE OVARIAN CYST?
I have to say it was an accident I found out I had cyst. Think about it, it was quite funny actually because it didn't cause me any discomfort or pain. But I found out because last year at some point I was really want  to do some exercise to get toner flat tummy so I bought a weighted hula hoop. I hula hooped about 20 - 30 minute a day or twice a day. After a month I found something strange in body. My period came non-stop for 3 weeks...yep 3 weeks I'm not really sure how did I survive with that amount of blood came out of my body. So I decided to go NHS for a check up. At first doctor thought I might be pregnant and took my wee sample to check... the result came out negative. Then they double check with blood samples but the result came negative as well. So the doctor referred me for ultrasound in the same day for triple check that the result was not wrong. At that moment I was really stress out because I had no idea what was wrong with me. The idea of having something wrong inside my body was scared me to death. Only one good thing at that time was my lovely boyfriend, he was by my side all the time and kept supporting me. Finally the result came the next day. That's mean one night of crying and scaring. I was diagnosed with 11 cm ovarian cyst in one of my ovaries! That was really big and I had no idea where would it be when I had a small belly from the beginning. Doctor said that the cause of non-stop period might be because of cyst was twist a little bit when I hula hoop.

WHAT TYPE IS THE CYST?
It's called Dermoid cyst which normally composes of hair, teeth, blood, fat etc. Yeahh I know it sound yucky. I saw many pictures and trust me you don't really want to see. Doctor said this type of cyst occur commonly among women age between 20 something. Normally it will not cause any pain so perhaps I had this cyst since I birth.  It's rarely turn to be cancer and once removed it's also rarely occur in another side of ovary.

WHAT DID I DO AFTER DIAGNOSE?
I was referred to MRI scan 2 month after to get a better visualization of cyst. It was a hard time for me to absorb all the information. It even harder when I'm not with my family and also have to speak in english. Everything just felt unfamiliar. In the day time I kept myself occupied in my laboratory but at night time it was really bad time for me as I had a lot of free time for myself. I kept thinking that this thing should never happen to me and it was just a dream. But at the end of the day I still can't avoid from the truth, I had cyst and need to get it removed.

Around the end of last year I decided to get operation with NHS. Then I got an appointment with consultant. I met consultants twice. First time, the consultant was really helpful. She explained and answered all my question and asked me to make a decision whether to get this cyst removed or keep it. She said it was a really big cyst so the chance of ovarian torsion is unlikely because it was settle in the middle of my lower tummy and I'm quite skinny so it had no chance to move. She also said that the technique that suitable for me is cut open through my bikini line in other meaning it mean that it will be like c-sction just I won't have any baby come out but cyst. The second time I met consultant was when I accepted to get an operation. The second consultant was a different one. To be honest he was not really helpful all the questions my boyfriend's mom and I asked were not answered clearly. He seemed like he wasn't sure with anything. He also said that scar from surgery would be about a pen long under my bikini line which I think it's quite big. The last meeting with consultant made me concern a lot about my own safety and also as a 20ish years old  girl I don't want to have a big scar on my belly but I still had to get it removed so I can do noting. I'd been on operation waiting list for 2 months and had not heard from NHS. That time I also got a news from my supervisor that in April this year I need to go Germany for a presentation so I had no choice but cancel all the operation process with NHS because I didn't know when I will have operation so I can't plan things ahead. I decide to have an operation in Thailand (my hometown) because I know I can get the cyst removed whenever I want...no waiting time. Moreover, I had my family to support me and I also can speak in my own language. Lucky enough, my best friend introduced me to one of the best surgeons in Thailand that specialise in gynaecology. Thanks for the technology nowadays that made me contact with the doctor easier so he can arrange things for me before I arrive. After I contacted the doctor he said he can get cyst removed by laparoscopy (keyhole). That's mean I will have a lot smaller scar!Yayyyyyy~

THE SURGERY
I booked a flight back to Thailand on the 10th of January in the morning. Doctor referred me to do another tests because all the scan results from last year are not a recent one and cyst might be changed with time. As I was scheduled for operation on the 13th so in the next morning(12th) I got my blood tested, ultrasound and MRI scan in the same day. It was hectic really...I almost faint in the MRI scan! Because to get everything done that mean I had no food or even drink in my stomach for almost 20 hours.

On the operation day, I had to stop eating and drinking from 10am, admitted in hospital at 12pm. During waiting time for surgery I got a saline drip through my right hand to keep me hydrate. In that evening, I was wheeled to the operation room the only thing I think was that I hope I wake up and not allergic to anaesthesia (I heard a lot of bad experience with anaesthesia). I remembered that after I talked with anaesthetist and he injected something through my drip I felt really hurt my body felt ached and then I was out.

I woke up again with a hazy memories in post-operation room where nurses waited for me to wake up. I remembered that I felt confuse, tired and hurt. I was trying to tell them that I'm hurt and tired in english...yeah in english in my hometown with Thai nurses. That's quite weird. I'm not really sure what did I think at that time. I'm not really sure what was happened after that as I fell asleep again. Next morning, I was  dizzy and hungry. I had not eaten for almost 24 hours! Luckily I wasn't allergic to anaesthesia. The first meal was unpleasant and inedible, it was a plain soup without anything in it so I only drink water and waited for the next meal.

THE RECOVERY
The cyst was too large and I had no ovary tissue left so they had to remove my left ovary as well. I have 3 wounds, 0.5 cm above my belly button, 0.5 cm one on my right and 1.5 cm one on my bikini line. The last wound is where they brought all hair, bone and yucky stuff out.

I stayed in hospital for 4 days and 3 nights which more than normal but because I'm such a moaner, the doctor asked me to stay there longer. He visited me twice daily during I was in hospital and advised me to walk more often (not intense) to get my intestine work like normal faster. Anyone who has to get cyst removed by keyhole technique must be aware of the achy-ness around shoulder because the carbondioxide gas that had introduced into the abdomen to inflate the abdominal cavity still remain in the system and also beware of flatulence. During this period, it is better to eat soft food like soup and porridge and avoid fizzy drink. First day was a nightmare I can only lay down on my back, everytime I moved mean hurt and achy. This pain may last for a few days but should become less intense each day. For me everything is fine in the 5th day. I had sometimes got on and off stomachache where the cyst had been removed for about a month but that wasn't affect me too much. I basically got back to my normal routine (apart from exercise) within a week.

Although I have only one ovary left but I have to say here that having only one ovary will not make any much different from having 2 ovaries so girls if you are in the same situation, don't panic.

Ovarian cyst is quite common in women nowadays so if you have one don't freak out you can get through it just like me :)

Hope I haven't bored with my long story
 If you’ve gone through similar experiences, do share. I'm also willing to give any advice to anyone who in the same situation

Mwahhhhh

xxx

Tuesday 13 May 2014

OOTD: What did I wear to a spring wedding

Sawasdee ka~
Say hello to wedding season :) It's a big deal for every girls when comes to a dress choice. Especially as a guest for wedding (I'm not talking about dress as bride today that will be even harder I think). So when it time to decide want to wear there are few questions that come through my head, such as colour, venue, when and what colour is a bride's dress (surely you don't want to wear same colour and bride, do you?).

I'm lucky enough to be invited to my boyfriend's sister's wedding. It held at Bull hotel in Long Melford on Easter (21st of April). With a bit of information I knew I could narrow the choice of dresses down.

I have to say I'm pretty excited for this wedding as it's the first time I go to British wedding. I actually prepared the dress since August last year! Well the thing is I went back to Thailand around that time and accidentally I spotted this dress while I was walking in the department store. I love how unique it is. It's a 2-pieces pale pink lacey dress with floral print. Floral is perfect for spring/summer so why not wear it for the wedding. As I have no idea what to wear and how glamorous I should look, this dress is perfect. I can look casual yet glamorous with a bit of accessories.


On the day, I decided to glam up a little bit with Swarovski necklace and bangle. For my hair, I did a side-swept hair using  MarkHill sexy waves&curls pro-magic wand, few bobbi pins and flower hair clip from New Look. Shoes are also important, the wedding was from 3pm to 12am, that is why I picked this wedges it's so comfy even though it's 5 inches high! If you can remember I wore them once on my Hello it's Valentine Series #4 : Sweet or Sassy post.

For the gift for the bride and groom, I bought Mickey and Minnie 39 cm soft toy from Disney store in Westfield London for them. I did look up on Disney store website to find a link to buy it for you guys, unfortunately there is none left. For me Mickey and Minnie are the sign of forever love so they are just perfect gift for newly wed!

End this post with my funny look with glow in the dark glasses
Will you be a guest to any wedding soon?

Mwahhhh

xxx

Wednesday 7 May 2014

SWATCH & REVIEW : Beauté and les Marquis de Ladurée // Pressed Blush


Sawasdee ka~
As promise on my japan beauty haul post that I will do a review on Laduree Pressed Blush so here we go. I’m was so excited to visit Beauté and les Marquis de Ladurée shop for the first time. I went to Ginza branch, Japan, and got so overwhelmed with all the products. Many people rave about how cute their products are and I  definitely agree with that. Everything there (except the price tag) make my heart pounding.

Right talking about product, as their product ranges are so expensive, I had to stop myself to buy everything on the shelves and decided to buy only one thing that I definitely use. It is Laduree Pressed Blush. There are 20 shades to choose from, so I'm sure some of them will suit your skin tone. I have here is "03" (no fancy or cute name though). The first impression would be gorgeous 3D design on blush itself and it's not too powdery or chalky so you won’t experience any excess blush powder getting everywhere with this one If your are interested in the formulae, it is oil-coated powder which means that it will stay on the face for longer. It also contains rose extracts honey and cocoa butter. To be honest, I don't really smell much from the compact, who snort blush anyway >_< I used it for awhile now and I can guarantee that once you apply on your face in the morning, you don't have any touch up.

They sell case and blush separately. So you have to purchase the container separately and then you can refill with any colours you want. The case is made with plastic, I can't say it's not cute it's actually lovely but for this price I think they can do better. I'm not a neat girl so I'm sure if I use it long enough the case will not be white anymore lol. Oh it also has mirror and small brush inside too. From what I know it’s worth hitting the pan because at the bottom of the pan is beautiful. I’m still not sure about mine though not really sure how long would it take for me to finish it as I have lot of blushes to use and I use different blush almost everyday hehehehe

If you have a chance to go Japan and have some times to spend don't forget to visit the shop. I can't really remember the exact price but for the compact it should be around £12 and blush £30
  
Have you ever used any of Laduree make up prooduct?
Mwahhh

xxx


Friday 2 May 2014

OOTD : When the sun comes out @ The Pheasant

 


Sawasdee ka~
On Easter I went to Suffolk to visit my boyfriend's parents and also have a little break there. My boyfriend took me to restaurant in Essex. The restaurant seems to be in the middle of nowhere but the food is surprisingly incredible. This restaurant call "The Pheasant" I would highly recommend it although it might take a little bit of time to drive there but trust me it's worth going. The Pheasant also have won many awards, when you step inside you will see lots of prizes hanging around. It was the best meal I have ever had in England. Food is very fresh, they also have their own vegetable garden to provide the fruit and vegetables for the restaurant, all organic! If you are looking for somewhere peaceful for meal or a night stay. This hotel&restaurant could be one of all choices in your list.

On the way back to my BF's parents's house we stopped by the empty field to have a little snapshots for OOTD today. I actually didn't have any theme for this out fit I just love all red ^_^

Bralet : Primark
Maxi skirt : Miss Selfridge
Watch : Calvin Klein
Bag : Topshop
Hat : Thai street market 
Food : The Pheasant

What do you think about my outfit, yayy or nayy?
Mwahhh

xxx