Who is Joey?
I am Tsinay. While I am of pure Chinese blood, having 2 immigrants as parents, I am born and raised in the Philippines. As such, I am neither fully Chinese nor fully Filipino. I am fluent in Filipino, English and 2 Chinese dialects (Fukien and Mandarin).
I am a doctor, and I love what I do. I cannot think of any profession that would make me happier than being in my chosen field.
I am a wife. Happily married at the relatively late age of 34 to my first and only boyfriend. And I’m happy that even though romance came late for me, I married somebody I love with all my heart and someone who always makes me feel cherished and loved.
I am a mother. Mom to one adorable, very active 3 year old son and a daughter who’s going to make her appearance in less than 3 months’ time. I love being a mom. Even if it’s probably the most difficult job I’ve ever had, I wouldn’t trade the experience for anything.
I am a daughter. Probably not the best daughter in the world but I do try my best. I love my parents dearly even though I did have arguments with them at one time or another. I’ll probably still have some differences of opinion with my mom even if we both get older, but I know that she loves me and looks out for my welfare. I love her too :).
I am a sister. I have 2 brothers who played Voltes V, bahay-bahayan, card games, etc. with, who argue with me over what to watch on TV (I always lose because I’m always the minority, being the only girl). With all their quirks (and mine too), we love each other as only siblings do.
I am a student. Not only because I am trying to finish my Masters in Hospital Administration, but because I’m perpetually a student of LIFE. There’s always something that life teaches me. And although the lessons may sometimes be harsh, they shape me into what I am today.
So what am I? Unfortunately, even I can’t really fully define who I am, because I am continuously evolving and changing. What I am now is the result of everyone and everything that I have met and experienced, and who I will be is the result of people, things and events that will happen to me.
Thank you for sharing your story. Have been reading your blogs for a while and I’m learning a lot.
April 11th, 2009 at 2:57 pmIn a way, Doc Joey, I’m glad na-delay ang round-up ko, because I was able to include this. I’m glad to know more about you. Oooh, and I like the thought of you marrying your first and only boyfriend. I hope to be doing the same thing too, soon.
Round-up here — http://ligayasolera.blogspot.com/2009/04/tbr-mds-their-lives-and-letters.html
Thank you for contributing!
April 11th, 2009 at 9:35 pmThank you for sharing some facet of your life, Doc Joey. Sabi ko na nga ba, mahirap tayo i-define, di ba! And I’m so excited about your upcoming new baby! God bless and take care!
April 12th, 2009 at 2:36 amCongratulations with your new addition in a few month’s time!
April 12th, 2009 at 2:49 amHappy Easter!
Wow! Great love story hehe :)) I find it really kilig that you married your first bf. I mean, that’s so rare nowadays.
Keep posting Doc. I learn a lot from your posts.
April 14th, 2009 at 2:38 amelapot likes this
April 15th, 2009 at 5:23 pmHaha,parang sa fezbuk
as always, blog-hopping is like eavesdropping. hehehe. thanks for sharing doc!
April 19th, 2009 at 1:45 pmWhat an inspiring story! I am amazed by women who manage to be there for their kids and provide for them financially too. Keep it up and good luck on your baby!
June 10th, 2009 at 4:48 pmhello! i am also a tsinay married to a filipino..
thanks for sharing your story 
im always glad to find tsinay in the blogsphere… i think i will add you to my bloglist.. see you around!
August 13th, 2009 at 12:13 am