And why it bothered me.
Today, I went to the library to get some much needed studying done. I tried to focus, but just found myself people-watching instead (don't act like you've never done it...)
Directly in my line of vision I spot this couple on the couch. And they were all over each other. In front of a whole bunch of people. Weird! But that wasn't what bothered me. No, what bothered me was the fact that when the guy was about to leave with his friend, the girl gets all pouty and looks as if she's going to cry. Really? I mean, I don't think he's going very far. So guy sits back down and consoles girl. Meanwhile guy's friend is looking pretty flustered - as if this has happened one too many times. Admitedly, I don't know their past, I don't know them as people but my question is, why is she so upset? Is he really so big a part of her life that she cannot function without him? Truthfully, I'm annoyed. Why, because I have been that girl. But even more than my annoyance I want to walk over to this girl and ask her what is going on in her head! If I could, I would tell her:
"Find yourself! Find out who you are! Find out what it is you were created to do and who you were created to be! You were put together piece by piece by someone who loves you - do not let yourself be defined by a fleeting, temporal relationship! You were given talents and gifts meant to bless others. Do not suppress this light that you have because you think you need him to be your outlet."
Like I said, I don't know these 2 from Adam and Eve, but I just know that look on her face, that feeling she was conveying. You can see by the look in her eyes that she lacks confidence and is so unsure when he is not around. It doesn't need to be that way. I've been that girl; I know.
Let her know that she is beautiful. She was created to shine on her own. To depend on no one but the One who created her. Lord, open her eyes.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Change
Yes, I changed my title and URL. I think it was necessary. When I started this blog, I had planned on telling you all my adventures as a Nurse To Be. As it turns out, life as a student nurse isn't that interesting, not to mention the fact that it doesn't allow much time for me to post! So, from now on I will just post...anything. And of course you will get to hear my good stories from the hospital from time to time - they'll probably be just few and far between.
As for the change of the title - "As I See It", my posts will be just that. The world as I see it. This does not mean that everything I say is right, that every opinion of mine is Gospel, it simply means that I want to share with you what I'm thinking, feeling, observing and conversely want to know how you feel too. So please, comments are very, VERY welcome! I love getting feedback and having conversations about everyday life. We all live it, so why not talk about it?
I hope this is all making sense :)
So to my faithful few, I hope you enjoy where this blog is going!
As for the change of the title - "As I See It", my posts will be just that. The world as I see it. This does not mean that everything I say is right, that every opinion of mine is Gospel, it simply means that I want to share with you what I'm thinking, feeling, observing and conversely want to know how you feel too. So please, comments are very, VERY welcome! I love getting feedback and having conversations about everyday life. We all live it, so why not talk about it?
I hope this is all making sense :)
So to my faithful few, I hope you enjoy where this blog is going!
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Christmas Spirit
Can't they just bottle this stuff?
I am having a terrible time getting into the Christmas spirit this year. I don't know what it is, but every bit of me just doesn't want to think about Christmas. Of course I know the meaning of Christmas and why we as Christians honor such a holiday, but as far as Consumer Christmas goes, I just don't care this year. But I wish I did.
So, whether you like it or not (or whether you take time to read this blog or not ;)), you're coming with me as I chronicle my endeavors to find the Christmas Spirit! Yeah!
First things first - the Christmas tree. At first, this was kind of a sensitive thing for me, as this will be our first Christmas without Grandma, so I didn't know if there would be a Christmas tree or not. So, I put up this:
yep. that's an authentic Charlie Brown Christmas tree. Isn't it cute?! I know, it's not much, but I like it. And if that's not a good enough reason for you, just see Charlie yourself: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J4Hv9YmhGpw
So that's all I have for now. But trust me, there is more to come!
I am having a terrible time getting into the Christmas spirit this year. I don't know what it is, but every bit of me just doesn't want to think about Christmas. Of course I know the meaning of Christmas and why we as Christians honor such a holiday, but as far as Consumer Christmas goes, I just don't care this year. But I wish I did.
So, whether you like it or not (or whether you take time to read this blog or not ;)), you're coming with me as I chronicle my endeavors to find the Christmas Spirit! Yeah!
First things first - the Christmas tree. At first, this was kind of a sensitive thing for me, as this will be our first Christmas without Grandma, so I didn't know if there would be a Christmas tree or not. So, I put up this:
yep. that's an authentic Charlie Brown Christmas tree. Isn't it cute?! I know, it's not much, but I like it. And if that's not a good enough reason for you, just see Charlie yourself: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J4Hv9YmhGpw
So that's all I have for now. But trust me, there is more to come!
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Nina-isms
I feel like it's time for me as a blogger to share a little bit of myself with you. I plan for this to be a running post - when I think of new things to add, it will be updated. What you'll find here is a list of my quirks, likes, dislikes, rants, and raves. Enjoy!
1. I'm a texture person - if a food isn't the right texture, I WON'T eat it.
2. I wish I could play a musical instrument and be in a band. Like bass guitar or something.
3. I want to live on the East Coast for some part of my life.
4. I want to live in the heart of a big city for some part of my life. Like Chicago or New York. I want to live in a blustery, cold city during Christmastime. I think that would be neat.
5. Listen. It's the best gift you can give anyone. And you learn a lot more that way.
6. Every book I've ever checked out from a library has been returned late. Every. Single. One. And the kicker: I never finish reading the book. Never.
7. I'm really bad at keeping up on this blog. But you didn't need me to tell you that.
8. I'm really scared about being a nurse. Like, knee-knocking-nail-biting-hair-pulling-quivering-in-my-boots petrified. I can't believe that within 6 months I will have graduated nursing school, be taking state boards, and working as an RN. Holy canoli.
9. I like the smell of matches.
10. I like the smell of gasoline.
11. I like the smell of coffee.
12. My worst habit: chewing on pens and pencils. very unsanitary. as a nurse, you think i would knock off a nasty habit like that, but i just can't help it. Take this as a warning before you ask to borrow a writing utensil from me.
1. I'm a texture person - if a food isn't the right texture, I WON'T eat it.
2. I wish I could play a musical instrument and be in a band. Like bass guitar or something.
3. I want to live on the East Coast for some part of my life.
4. I want to live in the heart of a big city for some part of my life. Like Chicago or New York. I want to live in a blustery, cold city during Christmastime. I think that would be neat.
5. Listen. It's the best gift you can give anyone. And you learn a lot more that way.
6. Every book I've ever checked out from a library has been returned late. Every. Single. One. And the kicker: I never finish reading the book. Never.
7. I'm really bad at keeping up on this blog. But you didn't need me to tell you that.
8. I'm really scared about being a nurse. Like, knee-knocking-nail-biting-hair-pulling-quivering-in-my-boots petrified. I can't believe that within 6 months I will have graduated nursing school, be taking state boards, and working as an RN. Holy canoli.
9. I like the smell of matches.
10. I like the smell of gasoline.
11. I like the smell of coffee.
12. My worst habit: chewing on pens and pencils. very unsanitary. as a nurse, you think i would knock off a nasty habit like that, but i just can't help it. Take this as a warning before you ask to borrow a writing utensil from me.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
20th Post!
Woo Hoo!
Today was an ok day (but it's not over yet!) But yesterday was awesome!
For school, we had a 12 hour clinical at a local hospital. In the past few weeks we have been taking turns going to different floors on the hospital. This week, it was my turn to go to the ICU/IMU (Intermediate Care Unit). At first, I was incredibly nervous, "INTENSIVE CARE?! What the heck could I possibly do there!?"
But it turned out pretty good. Everyone was on a heart monitor - a plus because we have a test over Cardiac on Monday. I will admit, I did feel like a goofus for the first few hours.
Exhibit A: While giving a med IV push, I started the saline flush first.
"Hey, Matt (the nurse I followed that day), I'm getting a lot of resistance with this IV..."
"Maybe it's because the clamp is on."
"Oh..."
Not so bad. Not the first time I've done it, and I'm sure it won't be the last. Thankfully, that patient was a really good sport.
Exhibit B: I had to hang a new bag of IV fluids. Once again, no big deal, right? Well, it is when you can't find the right IV line...In my defense, the guy had like 2 lines each with a piggyback - making a total of 4 tubes to try to decipher. Thankfully, Matt intervened and all was well.
Other than my goofups, the day went pretty well. I don't know if it's just male nurses or just the personalities of the guys on IMU, but everything was so laid back, yet everything still got done. I really appreciated this experience, and learned a ton! Next week, I get to go to the OR - SO EXCITED! I hope I get to see something huge...
T-minus like 6 months or so til I get to do this stuff for real... not that I'm counting or anything ;)
Goodnight all, and Godbless!
Today was an ok day (but it's not over yet!) But yesterday was awesome!
For school, we had a 12 hour clinical at a local hospital. In the past few weeks we have been taking turns going to different floors on the hospital. This week, it was my turn to go to the ICU/IMU (Intermediate Care Unit). At first, I was incredibly nervous, "INTENSIVE CARE?! What the heck could I possibly do there!?"
But it turned out pretty good. Everyone was on a heart monitor - a plus because we have a test over Cardiac on Monday. I will admit, I did feel like a goofus for the first few hours.
Exhibit A: While giving a med IV push, I started the saline flush first.
"Hey, Matt (the nurse I followed that day), I'm getting a lot of resistance with this IV..."
"Maybe it's because the clamp is on."
"Oh..."
Not so bad. Not the first time I've done it, and I'm sure it won't be the last. Thankfully, that patient was a really good sport.
Exhibit B: I had to hang a new bag of IV fluids. Once again, no big deal, right? Well, it is when you can't find the right IV line...In my defense, the guy had like 2 lines each with a piggyback - making a total of 4 tubes to try to decipher. Thankfully, Matt intervened and all was well.
Other than my goofups, the day went pretty well. I don't know if it's just male nurses or just the personalities of the guys on IMU, but everything was so laid back, yet everything still got done. I really appreciated this experience, and learned a ton! Next week, I get to go to the OR - SO EXCITED! I hope I get to see something huge...
T-minus like 6 months or so til I get to do this stuff for real... not that I'm counting or anything ;)
Goodnight all, and Godbless!
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Trick or Treat for Canned Goods 2009
So this year we held our annual Trick or Treat for Canned Goods with Chi Alpha, and I have to say that I think it was a huge success. Last year we were able to collect and donate around 500 lbs of food! I'm still waiting to find out how much we got this year, but either way, we had a great turnout :) So just to share in on the fun, I'll post some pics from that night.
The whole gang. Unfortunately, you can't see anyone but Jared - because he's glowing.
Sleeping Beauty and Coraline.
And for those of you who don't know - this is Coraline. This is the look I was going for with the raincoat, rainboots, and blue hair. Although I'm not quite as sassy.
Jenna and Drew :)
It just doesn't get much better than this.
This one just cracks me up everytime I look at it.
Some pretty awesome gals right here :)
So there you have it. One small good deed for the world, and we had a lot of fun doing it.
I think this is all the posting I can handle for tonight. Good night all, and Godbless!
Nina
An Ode To Grandma
Viola Holloway
Beloved Mother and Dearest Grandmother
Although small in stature, her heart held more love than anyone could even imagine. She lived for her family; for her kids. Always, that was her purpose in life. She fought many debilitating diseases in her lifetime; some that would have claimed the lives of much larger people than she. But she held on, and fought, always for her family.
We will always remember her for who she was. Devoted mother, who sacrificed everything of her own for the joy of her children. She never wanted for herself – she simply wanted her family to be happy. She will also be remembered as a beloved grandmother. Her kind heart was always a blessing to us. If ever we were in need, we knew she would always be there with a hug and a kiss.
We will miss her. She was our precious little angel here on earth. But now we may take comfort in knowing she is just where a precious little angel ought to be.
Words can not encompass the feelings I wish to convey. I miss her dearly, but I take comfort in knowing that she knows no more pain. She lived a life full of not only physical pain, but emotional too.
I love you, Grandma.
Beloved Mother and Dearest Grandmother
Although small in stature, her heart held more love than anyone could even imagine. She lived for her family; for her kids. Always, that was her purpose in life. She fought many debilitating diseases in her lifetime; some that would have claimed the lives of much larger people than she. But she held on, and fought, always for her family.
We will always remember her for who she was. Devoted mother, who sacrificed everything of her own for the joy of her children. She never wanted for herself – she simply wanted her family to be happy. She will also be remembered as a beloved grandmother. Her kind heart was always a blessing to us. If ever we were in need, we knew she would always be there with a hug and a kiss.
We will miss her. She was our precious little angel here on earth. But now we may take comfort in knowing she is just where a precious little angel ought to be.
Words can not encompass the feelings I wish to convey. I miss her dearly, but I take comfort in knowing that she knows no more pain. She lived a life full of not only physical pain, but emotional too.
I love you, Grandma.
I Want To Be A Better Blogger...
because that's the cool thing to do, right?
I also have a secret desire to be one of those incredibly trendy people in monochromatic clothing sitting in the corner at Starbucks sipping on my white chocolate mocha with my laptop and making a difference in the world with my awesome blog. Sigh...some dreams will always be dreams I guess ;)
Anyway, not too much has happened since the last time I've blogged. Well. I say that loosely. I have had one life changing event happen - the passing of my grandmother; May God give you rest my dear, sweet little angel. Also, I no longer work the night shift! Instead I work PRN for a different hospital in their OB wing :) And I really like it there.
I recently had my birthday (Yay!) and it was really great. I have great friends who really make me happy. I truly have never done anything to deserve the love I get from them <3 Not to mention, it was a Mexican themed party - I mean, these people really know me!
Oh, yeah! I went to Mexico! With Alicia! It was awesome! So beautiful, I want to go back. I post pics of that.
And we just celebrated our 4th annual Trick or Treat for Canned Goods with Chi Alpha. At least I think it's the 4th... I'll post pics from that too!
Wow so many things to post about! And I promise I will!
So keep an eye out, followers (I think I have a loyal 2!) because Nina is back on blogspot.com!
And now, to post!
I also have a secret desire to be one of those incredibly trendy people in monochromatic clothing sitting in the corner at Starbucks sipping on my white chocolate mocha with my laptop and making a difference in the world with my awesome blog. Sigh...some dreams will always be dreams I guess ;)
Anyway, not too much has happened since the last time I've blogged. Well. I say that loosely. I have had one life changing event happen - the passing of my grandmother; May God give you rest my dear, sweet little angel. Also, I no longer work the night shift! Instead I work PRN for a different hospital in their OB wing :) And I really like it there.
I recently had my birthday (Yay!) and it was really great. I have great friends who really make me happy. I truly have never done anything to deserve the love I get from them <3 Not to mention, it was a Mexican themed party - I mean, these people really know me!
Oh, yeah! I went to Mexico! With Alicia! It was awesome! So beautiful, I want to go back. I post pics of that.
And we just celebrated our 4th annual Trick or Treat for Canned Goods with Chi Alpha. At least I think it's the 4th... I'll post pics from that too!
Wow so many things to post about! And I promise I will!
So keep an eye out, followers (I think I have a loyal 2!) because Nina is back on blogspot.com!
And now, to post!
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