Friday, March 30, 2007

No Longer Jobless

Today was poignant due to the release of the FY1 jobs . I still remember my first day of medical school when I knew no one. I quickly made friends two of which I consider my brothers. Several years later and two months from MBBS finals I have a job with a rotation in a specialty which interests me. Results day will honour all the obstacles we have overcome and hopefully bring tears of happiness from yours truly.
300 has unrivalled cinematography and pure testosterone fuelled action. I saw it after a long day of placement and revision tutorials but I enjoyed it. The acting was of a high standard with a realistic ending which avoided the usual Hollywood let down.

Saturday, March 24, 2007

Brand Spanking New Musiq



Akon has signed a new act Brick and Lace to his Kon Live label.



Other pre release albums:

Musiq Soulchild -Lovanmusiq out now
Megan Rochelle 26 March 07 & Bobby V -2 April 07 See past posts
Nathan- Masterpiece 26 March 07
Joe- Ain't Nothing Like Me 23 April 07
Ne-Yo- Because Of You 23 April 07
Amerie- Because I Love You 30 April 07
Keith Sweat- Some More 21 May 07
Kelly Rowland- Miss Kelly 9 July 07

Friday, March 23, 2007

PS 3


I apologise to the staff in Dixons on Oxford Street. The scruffy person drooling outside the window and stroking the PS3 display was myself. After many delays Sony are trying to bring sexy back with the Play station 3. Full low down.

Thursday, March 22, 2007

Hello Again

I apologise for my mini exodus. The MMC protest march saw a good turn out with over 10,000 protesters. I saw a few doctors I recognised and many consultants turned up to show support for the junior doctors. I have never seen such solidarity amongst the medical profession. Some have asked why I went. Apathy regarding a system that leaves 8, 000 doctors jobless is unjustifiable. This is not about senior house officers (SHO)s but about the bureaucracy of the NHS and politics which may leave many future medical trainees in a dire situation. If we do not voice our objections and strive for change who will?

See Channel 4's TV coverage and read Patricia Hewitt's response. There will be a review but the government has refused to scrap the system. The brick wall is frustrating but I would march all over gain.

Channel Five are doing well with the new legal series Shark and House series 3 starts tonight.

Music I am enjoying at the moment:

Joe- If I was Your Man
Kanye West- Throw Some D's freestyle
Pretty Ricky- On Da Hotline Remix
N Dubz- Feva Las Vegas
Timbo- Give It Me
Tamia- Between Friends
Musiq Soulchild- Buddy
Tiffany Affair- Over It


Tevin Campbell- Can We Talk for all the old school people.

Sunday, March 11, 2007

New baby


Last night's journey was impossible. The central line was suspended with no circle or east bound district line and a limited service on the northern line.London Underground-Aaaaaaghhhh!

Check out this baby, the new I-River Clix(2GB) mp3 player. C-net review. There will be 4 and 8 gb versions to follow.

Friday, March 09, 2007

Who Am I?

I passed 1st year so I am uber cool and my behind is super glued to the library seats. I will make noise and disturb others who want to work seriously while brandishing my course guide as a badge of honour. Who am I? Someone in 2nd year.

When I was younger I did not have attitude or give lip. I had so much respect for the years above because they were more experienced and knowledgable than myself. I am shocked anyone other than desperate finalyears is in the library at the weekends. The younger students are more competitive and keen than we ever were. This is good because they may make better doctors. Hoewever feedback from some of 2nd and 3rd years I know reveals some people are work-obsessed and have no extracurricular activities. I fear burn out could be on the horizon for a few.

Why are the National Gallery charging £12 for the Renoir exhibition? It is ludicrous that Ernst & Young is sponsoring them and yet they still have exorbitant fees. I love the National Gallery and National Portrait Gallery (NPG)hence my disappointment. Nothing like putting off tourists and locals. The most NPG charge is £6 or £8 for special exhibitions.


I am enjoying my little moments of freedom because I know in 5 months I won't have much free time. Wandering Trafalgar's square on a saturday, spotting new restaurants on the high street and catching up with friends. Two birthday things this weekend and I will keep you posted.

Check out the new Timbo, Nelly and Justin video causing a raucus with Scott Storch.

Wednesday, March 07, 2007

MMC Protest March

March on March 17th organised by Remedy UK
More than 28000 doctors applying
Only 18000 run-through training posts
& 5000 temporary posts
More than 5000 unemployed
doctors

Royal College of Physicians, London 11 am

Friday, March 02, 2007

Blazing Trailer


Latest London listings this weekend.
Japanese food again (I am convinced I have Asian ancestors) at Mika near Portobello. Nice food and it was our waitress's first day. She asked us the same thing a few times and spilt the drinks all over the table and my jacket. Even with ice cubes on the plate, I wasn't mad as she was sweet. Afterwards we went for drinks at Trailer Happiness. As you know I love the locals- you are all SO cool. The beer left a lot to be desired and I didn't fancy one of their gimmicky flaming bowl of cocktails . Overall a fun night.
Next- Shoreditch or Islington?