Weekly update 30th Sept - 4 October
Birthdays this week:
No birthdays this week
Instead we got a wedding that we celebrated this weekend!
A huge congratulations to Dr Moulton - now Mrs Ingham.
From our department, we would like to celebrate your union and may you have a wonderful honeymoon. May your marriage be filled with laughter, joy, and endless love. May you continue to grow together, support one another, and create countless cherished memories. As said during the ceremony, the 5 C's - compatibility, comfort, companionship, covenant and change.Here's to a lifetime of happiness, adventure, and love. May you have a boun-THREE-ful happy FIVE-ever-after.
Monday
#MotivationMonday
A new Spotify playlist
"As we step into a new week, remember that every day is a fresh opportunity to chase your dreams and make a difference. Embrace the challenges ahead and let them fuel your determination.
Set your goals high, and don’t be afraid to take that first step. You have the strength and resilience to create the life you envision. Let today be the day you choose to unleash your potential!
Make it a great week!" - ChatGPT and prompts from Jeremy (allegedly)
Tuesday
Recipe inspiration of the week
Who said cooking is tiring?
#15 minute quick recipe
- Fine egg noodles
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 4 tablespoons sesame oil
- Soy sauce, plus 1 tablespoon (to taste) - ideally Maggi seasoning (Asian one if possible)
- 2 cups broccoli floret(300 g)
- Canola oil
- Beef steak, thinly sliced (personally recommend a softer and more tender cut)
- Yellow onion (half), thinly sliced
- Spring onion finely chopped
Recipe
- Boil your noodles until aldente, drain and set aside.
- Marinate your beef in soy sauce, half the sesame seed oil and corn starch
- Pan-fry beef until cooked. Then in the same pan, stir-fry the onion until soft then add broccoli and garlic
- When cooked, add the beef and noodles.
- Stir-fry until well combined
- Serve with spring onion as garnish
Tricks
- Mix your thinly sliced beef to cornstarch for velvety beef.
- Pan fry them before hand to half cooked (love them, leave them alone for a bit of beefy crunch) to get that restaurant style velvety beef without overcooking the beef.
- Pan-fry your boiled noodles in batches to get that restaurant style not-soggy noodles.
If you change or substitute things, it is now your recipe and not mine. Please don't ask me why it doesn't taste like mine 🤣
Wednesday
#HumpbackWednesday
Random fact that you didn't need to know:
Wombat poop is cubic-shaped... Take this knowledge now to use it however you want to.
ATOTW feature
Magnesium and N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor antagonism
nickhobbs13hotmail.com
https://resources.wfsahq.org/wp-content/uploads/Tutorial_531.pdf
Thursday
Exciting changes are brewing! Watch this space as we attempt to revamp the Anaesthesia Tea Room on Level 4 into a cozy, refreshed haven. Stay tuned for a new look and vibe coming soon!
Friday
Registrar presentation
Risk assessments and scoring systems in Anaesthesia - Dr Naryho and Dr Siyaka
Update in ARDS - Dr Mashavave and Dr Shabalala
FCA 1 tutorial
Drugs used in endocrine disorders: diabetes, parathyroid, pituitary and thyroid
Weekend
This weekend in Pretoria offers a variety of activities for different interests:
1. Nature and Outdoors:
Grootfontein Trail Run/Walk: Enjoy a refreshing run or walk at Grootfontein Bike Park this Sunday.
Sunday Nature Walk at Rosemary Hill: A peaceful nature walk through Rosemary Hill Farm is perfect if you're looking to unwind in a beautiful environment.
Moreleta Kloof Nature Reserve: This hidden gem offers hiking and wildlife spotting, with the chance to see zebras and impalas.
Klapperkop Road or Trail Run/Walk: For outdoor enthusiasts, this scenic run/walk takes place at the Klapperkop Nature Reserve. It's a great way to enjoy nature and stay active.
2. Music, Food and Arts:
Menlo Vinyl Record Fair - Oktoberfest: Head to Menlo Park at the Greenlyn Village Centre for a vinyl record fair with an Oktoberfest twist, featuring music, beer, and collectibles.
The Woodlands Drive-In: Enjoy a movie night watching Top Gun: Maverick at the Woodlands Boulevard shopping center, bringing some nostalgia and excitement to your weekend.
BMW Motorrad Montana Breakfast Run: If you're into motorcycles, you can join the BMW Motorrad Montana for a breakfast run, combining food and the thrill of riding. (please click on link to RSVP)
These events offer a wide range of activities, from fitness to food, music, and more.
3. Family Fun:
Pretoria National Botanical Gardens: Spend time in these serene gardens, exploring native plants and wildlife.
Hartbeespoort Dam Snake & Animal Park: For those wanting an adventure, visit this animal park, which features daily snake demonstrations.
