A new chapter...?
The last entry I wrote was right after my mother died. I'm tired of bringing up Livejournal just to be reminded of it, so I think it's definitely time to update. Plus, I feel like I should continue to journal. For some reason, it always feels better to write things out, get them out of my head at least. It's difficult in some ways to post a new entry. Where exactly do I begin? I do read most everyone's entries, so it's not like I haven't been checking in. I just haven't written. It's been well over a year since my last post, and life has changed immensely.
I really feel that I've grown a lot, in a multitude of directions. Dealing with the unexpected loss of my mother has helped me to love, laugh, grow, share, and truely appreciate all of the wonderful things that I do have. I've realized how precious people and our relationships with them are. It's been a painful journey, but I believe that it has taught me so much about life, and how to deal. And in the midst of my pain and my growth, I found a love so strong and powerful. She understands me in a way I never imagined someone understanding me. She's been with me through the highest of my highs and the lowest of my lows, and she never waivers. She's an amazingly wonderful woman, and I feel so blessed to have found her. I could never, ever repay her for all that she has done for me. I really know what it means to feel complete, and I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with her.
Oh, and her name is Monica :)
So, she and I moved in together in March of this year. And believe it or not, she put a ring on this finger of mine! Of course you're all invited to the wedding, whenever the hell that is. We're not in a hurry or anything, but it will take place sometime in the next.... decade, lol. It's amazing to share a life with someone that believes so much in you and your life together. I'm excited for our future and all that it holds.
I'm still going to college, and I'm 4 credit hours away from having only nursing classes left. I'm still over a year away from completion, but I'm really proud of the progress I've made thus far, and I've managed to stay on the Dean's List. I also passed my PAX-RN with flying colors, and I'm currently just waiting to be accepted into the nursing program. There's an extensive list and most are waitlisted for some time because of the demand, but with my good grades and test score, I've got my fingers crossed. I've been waiting over a year, so if it doesn't happen soon, then I'll have to enroll at Wright State and take classes there until a spot opens up. Which will help me in the long run towards my Bachelors. Currently I'm taking Microbiology and Anatomy & Physiology 3, which is the third and final in an ass-kicking series.
I'm also working at a nursing home now, and I just hit the one year mark there last month. It's a great facility (for the most part; they all have their share of problems) and I love the residents. I'm in the Alzheimer's Unit, which I love, and I just couldn't be happier. I've always appreciated a good challenge, and they really make my days there so much brighter. I've really found my place there, not to mention I actually have health insurance for the first time in my adult life!
So, my life now basically consists of work, school, love, friends and family. It's crazy and hectic as hell, but it keeps me moving and focused. It's about the journey, not the destination, right? And I'm really enjoying the journey. Sure, things still have their sucky moments, but that's something everyone has to deal with at some time.
It's been great writing, and I'm sure I'll be back sooner rather than later, so watch out!
Looking forward to being back in the swing of things... :)
I really feel that I've grown a lot, in a multitude of directions. Dealing with the unexpected loss of my mother has helped me to love, laugh, grow, share, and truely appreciate all of the wonderful things that I do have. I've realized how precious people and our relationships with them are. It's been a painful journey, but I believe that it has taught me so much about life, and how to deal. And in the midst of my pain and my growth, I found a love so strong and powerful. She understands me in a way I never imagined someone understanding me. She's been with me through the highest of my highs and the lowest of my lows, and she never waivers. She's an amazingly wonderful woman, and I feel so blessed to have found her. I could never, ever repay her for all that she has done for me. I really know what it means to feel complete, and I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with her.
Oh, and her name is Monica :)
So, she and I moved in together in March of this year. And believe it or not, she put a ring on this finger of mine! Of course you're all invited to the wedding, whenever the hell that is. We're not in a hurry or anything, but it will take place sometime in the next.... decade, lol. It's amazing to share a life with someone that believes so much in you and your life together. I'm excited for our future and all that it holds.
I'm still going to college, and I'm 4 credit hours away from having only nursing classes left. I'm still over a year away from completion, but I'm really proud of the progress I've made thus far, and I've managed to stay on the Dean's List. I also passed my PAX-RN with flying colors, and I'm currently just waiting to be accepted into the nursing program. There's an extensive list and most are waitlisted for some time because of the demand, but with my good grades and test score, I've got my fingers crossed. I've been waiting over a year, so if it doesn't happen soon, then I'll have to enroll at Wright State and take classes there until a spot opens up. Which will help me in the long run towards my Bachelors. Currently I'm taking Microbiology and Anatomy & Physiology 3, which is the third and final in an ass-kicking series.
I'm also working at a nursing home now, and I just hit the one year mark there last month. It's a great facility (for the most part; they all have their share of problems) and I love the residents. I'm in the Alzheimer's Unit, which I love, and I just couldn't be happier. I've always appreciated a good challenge, and they really make my days there so much brighter. I've really found my place there, not to mention I actually have health insurance for the first time in my adult life!
So, my life now basically consists of work, school, love, friends and family. It's crazy and hectic as hell, but it keeps me moving and focused. It's about the journey, not the destination, right? And I'm really enjoying the journey. Sure, things still have their sucky moments, but that's something everyone has to deal with at some time.
It's been great writing, and I'm sure I'll be back sooner rather than later, so watch out!
Looking forward to being back in the swing of things... :)