- find baking to be a major stress reliever. I take to goodies into school so I don't consume them all and become 400 pounds. (400 pounds dressed in all white = not cute!)
- still like some 80's movies - The Never Ending Story, Labyrinth, Goonies to name a few.
- am so very thankful to be surrounded my so many awesome, down to earth, honest, funny people. They motivate me to be better on a daily basis.
- still love running even with my time for it is shrinking.
- am drawn to glitter. It's a bad, bad habit because it is a fine line between elegant and tacky.
- am a sentimental sap. I can tear up just thinking about the kiddos getting bigger. Their achievements make me smile and cry.
- am not as organized as I want to be. This really makes me feel out of whack at school. I don't like that feeling.
- like fruity, umbrella drinks. I love sushi and Thai food too.
- should probably be studying right now. It is never ending.
- am a germ-a-phobe. Microbiology and nursing school are not helping this. I refuse to wear shoelaces on clinical days because then I have to touch them to get my shoes off. I'm thankful we can wear pants. The nursing uniform used to be dresses with white stockings. The first time someone bleed, peed, or threw up on my legs, I would be done! Check please!
The Juggler
Thursday, October 28, 2010
I'm Just That Kind of Gal
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Thursday, October 21, 2010
Awkward in the Dark
Jay and I had a date night last night. We decided to do a very grown up thing and check out Zanies. This was our first experience with live stand up comedy.
We arrived early. Why? We had to beat that mad Wednesday rush to get a good seat! Or... something like that. At Zanies, you have to buy 2 items off the menu. I guess that makes up for the lack of cover charge. The price of the fried bar food was similar to a movie theater, expensive for not in the basket.
We sat in the middle of the stage. That was a mistake. There was a whole 20 people in the audience. The host came out and stared directly down the middle of the room. Remember where we were sitting? He would tell a joke and wait, looking right at us, for a laugh. It was one of those times when you break out into a cold, awkward sweat because you know he is watching you, judging his success on how many times he sees you laugh. OY! There were some local comics that were pretty funny. They were able to get the whole room laughing. The main act, Lahna Turner, was a musical comedian. She was funny. The Mayonnaise Song was my favorite song of the evening. Overall, it was a good grown-up night. We were able to do a grown up activity for the first time in a long time.
Just as a side note. If you on stage, no matter the size of the audience, make sure the under-roos are adjusted appropriately BEFORE you go on stage. Let it be known, in case there were in questions, digging in the booty region on stage in not funny. It's really gross!
We arrived early. Why? We had to beat that mad Wednesday rush to get a good seat! Or... something like that. At Zanies, you have to buy 2 items off the menu. I guess that makes up for the lack of cover charge. The price of the fried bar food was similar to a movie theater, expensive for not in the basket.
We sat in the middle of the stage. That was a mistake. There was a whole 20 people in the audience. The host came out and stared directly down the middle of the room. Remember where we were sitting? He would tell a joke and wait, looking right at us, for a laugh. It was one of those times when you break out into a cold, awkward sweat because you know he is watching you, judging his success on how many times he sees you laugh. OY! There were some local comics that were pretty funny. They were able to get the whole room laughing. The main act, Lahna Turner, was a musical comedian. She was funny. The Mayonnaise Song was my favorite song of the evening. Overall, it was a good grown-up night. We were able to do a grown up activity for the first time in a long time.
Just as a side note. If you on stage, no matter the size of the audience, make sure the under-roos are adjusted appropriately BEFORE you go on stage. Let it be known, in case there were in questions, digging in the booty region on stage in not funny. It's really gross!
Monday, October 11, 2010
What a day!
This morning was one of those mornings when I should have stayed in bed with the covers up to my eyeballs! Here's the deal-io.
Get up, check to make sure Paige is up and moving (otherwise known as getting ready), and hop in the shower.
Get dressed, style my hair, and put on lotion.
Go to jewelry box to put on ring.... ring NOT there... ummm!??!?! Stop, double check, try not to freak out. Ring is still not there. CRAP! Tell Jay, double crap! Commence pulling apart the bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and living room. Go through all trash cans slowly. Dump out Ozzy's (the robotic vacuum) dirt canister. Triple crap!
Try to retrace my steps from yesterday... ummm... went to church, studied, umm... No clue what else I did! No one said I had to remember yesterday!
Jay had to literally force me out of the house so I can get to class to take a test this morning in med/surg.
Force myself to compose before walking into the school doors.
Move to the back of the room and assume testing position.
About halfway through the test I hear Jay's voice. Uh? I must be hallucinating because he should be on his way to Nashville. Look out the door and see Jay with a gynormous grin.
Try to get instructors attention to leave the room!
Cry, laugh, rejoice!
The ring was found at church in the pile of toys I disinfect to clean up the babies room by Jay. He was 2 hours late to work because he stayed behind trying to find my ring. All together now... AWWWW!!!!
Morals of the story: get your ring sized frequently because you never know when it could slip off your hand. Always keep your important possessions insured! Have amazing hubby's that will take time out of their day to see you smile and to hear your sigh of relief!
Get up, check to make sure Paige is up and moving (otherwise known as getting ready), and hop in the shower.
Get dressed, style my hair, and put on lotion.
Go to jewelry box to put on ring.... ring NOT there... ummm!??!?! Stop, double check, try not to freak out. Ring is still not there. CRAP! Tell Jay, double crap! Commence pulling apart the bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and living room. Go through all trash cans slowly. Dump out Ozzy's (the robotic vacuum) dirt canister. Triple crap!
Try to retrace my steps from yesterday... ummm... went to church, studied, umm... No clue what else I did! No one said I had to remember yesterday!
Jay had to literally force me out of the house so I can get to class to take a test this morning in med/surg.
Force myself to compose before walking into the school doors.
Move to the back of the room and assume testing position.
About halfway through the test I hear Jay's voice. Uh? I must be hallucinating because he should be on his way to Nashville. Look out the door and see Jay with a gynormous grin.
Try to get instructors attention to leave the room!
Cry, laugh, rejoice!
The ring was found at church in the pile of toys I disinfect to clean up the babies room by Jay. He was 2 hours late to work because he stayed behind trying to find my ring. All together now... AWWWW!!!!
Morals of the story: get your ring sized frequently because you never know when it could slip off your hand. Always keep your important possessions insured! Have amazing hubby's that will take time out of their day to see you smile and to hear your sigh of relief!
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Glistening
I won't forget the T-shirt I saw that said, "Southern women don't sweat, they glisten." This was in the back of my mind as I ran this morning. I find it's easier to go running after getting everyone out of the house then trying to rush back to get everyone ready for the day.
The mornings have been cold. The air burned my lungs. I was happy because it meant I was moving and working. This is a happy contrast of sitting in the classroom where a lot of my time is spent lately.
This morning my thoughts were scattered as I padded along the park path.
I use this time to talk to with God more and more. I'm sure that isn't what He intended, but it was quiet and it helps get my mind off my burning lungs. I know I'm not alone in doing this, especially as I passed an elderly gentleman walking along carrying his rosary beads.
Clinical this week was a reminder that not all nursing work is glamorously taking care of ill. A lot of it is going to be helping people get out of bed, dealing with diapers (again!), having patience when communication is broken and the patient is frustrated because they cannot say what they need or want, and having conversations with those that are TOTALLY on the crazy side.
Mistakes can happen. Boy do they hurt the heart! The point is to be able to pull yourself back up and keep moving. Don't worry this wasn't a mistake in the clinical setting! Just another reminder that everyone makes mistakes.
I'm looking forward to the upcoming weeks. The clinical rotation changes. I will be slinging babies soon. One of these weeks we only have one test. That will be a nice change from the 2 or 3 a week! Maybe I will be able to breathe again before Thursdays. Yes, I do hold my breath from Monday to Wednesday! Another amazing talent learned in nursing school.
"I know God will not give me anything I can’t handle. I just wish that He didn’t trust me so much."
~ Mother Teresa
The mornings have been cold. The air burned my lungs. I was happy because it meant I was moving and working. This is a happy contrast of sitting in the classroom where a lot of my time is spent lately.
This morning my thoughts were scattered as I padded along the park path.
I use this time to talk to with God more and more. I'm sure that isn't what He intended, but it was quiet and it helps get my mind off my burning lungs. I know I'm not alone in doing this, especially as I passed an elderly gentleman walking along carrying his rosary beads.
Clinical this week was a reminder that not all nursing work is glamorously taking care of ill. A lot of it is going to be helping people get out of bed, dealing with diapers (again!), having patience when communication is broken and the patient is frustrated because they cannot say what they need or want, and having conversations with those that are TOTALLY on the crazy side.
Mistakes can happen. Boy do they hurt the heart! The point is to be able to pull yourself back up and keep moving. Don't worry this wasn't a mistake in the clinical setting! Just another reminder that everyone makes mistakes.
I'm looking forward to the upcoming weeks. The clinical rotation changes. I will be slinging babies soon. One of these weeks we only have one test. That will be a nice change from the 2 or 3 a week! Maybe I will be able to breathe again before Thursdays. Yes, I do hold my breath from Monday to Wednesday! Another amazing talent learned in nursing school.
"I know God will not give me anything I can’t handle. I just wish that He didn’t trust me so much."
~ Mother Teresa
Friday, October 1, 2010
Mmmm...good!
I realize that it is still a little warm out for soups, but I made a really yummy soup tonight that I thought I would share. This is probably going to go into our quick fix rotations for our busy weeknights.
Sage Mushroom Soup
1 white onion
5 celery stalks
16 oz mushrooms, sliced
40 oz veggie broth
1 c cream
1/2 c brown rice
4 T flour
2 c sliced chicken breast, cooked
Preheat pot with a T of oil or butter. Dice onion and celery. Throw into pan and begin to brown. Sprinkle flour over veggies and continue to sauté for another 2 minutes. (The flour should be pretty much absorbed into the veggies.) Add 1 cup of broth, stirring vigorously. Make sure to get all the way down to the bottom. You do not want to burn the flour. The mixture should turn a creamy consistency, continue to stir. Once you cannot see any flour at the bottom of the pan, add the rest of the broth, and bring to a boil. While you are waiting for the pot to boil (don't watch or it never will!), sauté the mushroom until golden brown. Add the mushrooms to the pot. When the pot has boiled, stir in the rice. Lower the heat and continue to simmer for another 30 minutes, or until your rice is done. Add cream and chicken when about 15 minutes remain on the clock. Salt, pepper, and garlic to taste.
Voila, a masterpiece in a pot! I served this with some freshly sliced French bread. Everyone here loved it, but my house is very easy to please. Try it and let me know what you think!
Sage Mushroom Soup
1 white onion
5 celery stalks
16 oz mushrooms, sliced
40 oz veggie broth
1 c cream
1/2 c brown rice
4 T flour
2 c sliced chicken breast, cooked
Preheat pot with a T of oil or butter. Dice onion and celery. Throw into pan and begin to brown. Sprinkle flour over veggies and continue to sauté for another 2 minutes. (The flour should be pretty much absorbed into the veggies.) Add 1 cup of broth, stirring vigorously. Make sure to get all the way down to the bottom. You do not want to burn the flour. The mixture should turn a creamy consistency, continue to stir. Once you cannot see any flour at the bottom of the pan, add the rest of the broth, and bring to a boil. While you are waiting for the pot to boil (don't watch or it never will!), sauté the mushroom until golden brown. Add the mushrooms to the pot. When the pot has boiled, stir in the rice. Lower the heat and continue to simmer for another 30 minutes, or until your rice is done. Add cream and chicken when about 15 minutes remain on the clock. Salt, pepper, and garlic to taste.
Voila, a masterpiece in a pot! I served this with some freshly sliced French bread. Everyone here loved it, but my house is very easy to please. Try it and let me know what you think!
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