I read up on some of the Paramedic programs around here, trying to figure out where I want to go next. I looked at St. John’s, which isn’t a degree program (but counts towards a bachelors degree) and I looked at LaGuardia, which is an AAS program ( Read more... )

I am officially now a certified, licensed New York State EMT.

I’ve never accomplished anything in my life and somehow I managed to accomplish this. I think once I get my physical credentials, I’m going to get a set of those EMT license plates for my car.

God, our house is small.

Lang's therapist came and sat with her for a while this afternoon. I was able (encouraged) to go home and my sister and mom had the girls for the afternoon, so I could get done the few things I needed to do before the weekend. Everybody will be coming home either tomorrow or Sunday. I'd forgotten what it's like to not spend every waking moment ( Read more... )

We’d like everyone to meet Mateo. 6lbs 2oz


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I think it's interesting how life has a way of leading us down paths we never could have imagined. Once upon a time, I thought music was where I was supposed to be. Even as recently as a few years ago. But it never made me feel complete. Honestly, I could take it or leave it. We're not talking levels of enjoyment here. We're talking ( Read more... )

Sometimes I like to look at those Facebook memories things and see what stupid shit I said. So, out of curiosity, I went back to last April here to see what I said ( Read more... )

I’ve never finished anything in my life except rehab. I’ve never accomplished anything.

I'm thinking about taking Anneke and Santana on their first camping trip. Maybe MJ, too. Probably late April or early May, when the weather is a little warmer and before their baby brother arrives.

Taking this EMT class is one of the best things I've ever done in my life. I have been absolutely swamped with life and work and studying, but it's worth it ( Read more... )