In a rush, put wanted to blog!!!

Well, I've read the comments and it's good. I think I'll try to keep up with this. I'm getting ready for work right now and just thought that I'd share my clinical experiences with you. I had clinicals at Dixie Medical Center in St. George. My shift began at 11 am and went to 11 pm on both Friday and Saturday. I was kind of nervous about going into that hospital because it brings back the memories of dad and the day he died and sometimes I still struggle with that. All the way to St. George I was saying to myself "control your emotions, control your emotions" and praying that Heavenly Father would help me to be strong, but you know me, the cry baby that I am. I cried a little and then stopped. I didn't cry when I got there but then feared that I was going to have to do my clinical in the ICU. I was relieved when I found out that I was on 4th west, mostly orthopedic rehab unit.
I realized that I really do love being a nurse. I love patient care and hate the paperwork/computer work! Our nursing program really focuses on the holistic approach to health care, taking care of the whole person, not just the disease. They teach us to think critically, to prioritize, to set goals, to work collaboratively with our team. I've been able to meet and get to know many new people, especially the patients who have stories behind their lives. As nurses, we often complain that we don't have the time to sit and talk to patients, to see what they need from us. This is also true in life. If we could prioritize better and take the time to talk to people, we would be more compassionate and loving.
I don't know if any of my rambling made sense, I'm in a rush. Life is good, tiring but good!!!!!
I love you all! Have a great week!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Be Happy!!!!

P.S. These picture were taken last year, maybe two years ago, there goes my memory again.