So Much to Write about in One Blog

It's been forever since I wrote a blog post. As part of this years resolution I am going to try to write at least one blog post every month. (Yes, I know I am already late). So much has been happening to me lately. I just have to share. God has been ever prominent in my life. 

First off, I graduated from Respiratory Care. I passed the first part of a two part exam!

I can't believe it. I couldn't do this with out the constant support of my family and friends. Especially those friends who had to deal with my crazy test anxiety or my overwhelming emotions due to lack of sleep (Stacy can attest to all of those emotions). Lots of prayer from those around me have helped me so much.

Second, I have talked to the Ferris State nursing program, and I will finally get accepted into the clinical portion of the program in the fall!!!! Woooo!! This has been quite the process for a long time now. I have had several people tell me, "You'll be a great respiratory therapist. Why go for nursing too?" Well, nursing has always been my passion. Ever since I was a young girl, I wanted to be a nurse. I have several people tell me that I would make a great nurse, and I have to agree. Respiratory is a great field and a good starting place but I still love nursing. Nursing has been my dream ever since I can remember, and I know I would kick myself everyday I didn't go to nursing school. 

(This lady looks so happy but I would have to think she must not have endured nursing/respiratory school)

A few days after graduation were a couple christmas parties and a road trip to see my BFF in Traverse City!

For Christmas my parents and brother travelled to Florida. I was not able to go with them because I had to work Christmas Day. But as a early Christmas present and birthday present they helped me fly down to see them once I was done with my shift. If you don't follow me on snapchat you won't know that my experience getting to Florida was quite a difficult one. 

Here's the story in brief. I was supposed to leave Grand Rapids airport at 4:20 PM on December 26. We got on the plane and the pilot try to start the engine and the check engine light came on. The mechanics came and tried to fix it. They fixed the first problem. They started the plane and another check engine light came on. So, they had to fix that problem. I ended up missing my connecting flight to Orlando by three hours and I had to stay the night in Minneapolis right across from the Mall of America. I packed up my stuff and sent it with my parents so I wouldn't have to bring any luggage with me on the plane. In my suitcase that was at my parents was contact solution. I'm very particular about my contacts have to take them out every night before I go to bed. I ventured out to the Mall of America alone. Along the way I found free contact solution and I bought a pair of boots. (I walked fast through that mall and I really want to go back now). A quick trip back to the hotel and a bite to eat would conclude this awful night. The next morning I was up at 3:20am, went down to catch the shuttle to the airport. Upon arrival at the airport I was able to find my terminal and get on a brand-new plane. Needless to say they were no check engine lights that were appearing. I still think Delta owes me one more day in the Florida sun.

I was surprised for the next day, my brother and parents bought me a birthday cake! It was so much fun to celebrate with my "extended family." I was able to swim in the ocean. Which this is first time I ever done that on my birthday. There is a first time for everything.

I hope to stay on top of the blog this month. It will be about fitness. Please comment with things I should write about.

I just want to thank you guys for the continuing thoughts and prayers. I love you guys, and I couldn't ask for better people in my life. There are couple things I need prayer for though. 

1. Respiratory Therapy Board Exam (Clinical Simulation Exam)

2. Upcoming decisions of employment

3. Starting Nursing School in the fall.