Yesterday was our 3 year anniversary! 3 Years! I can't imagine that more than 1000 days have passed. In that three years we moved 6 times between the two of us! But now we are finally settled!
We went to the melting pot which was really nice. They had a private little area for us and gave me flowers and took our picture. The food was great...I think Dave was partial to the chocolate covered strawberries. =)
Tuesday marked my one year in Charlotte! Its amazing the amount of stuff you can get done in a year. =) I graduated (for real this time!), passed my boards, got a job, bought a house, moved, and went to Alaska! No wonder my desk is a mess. =)
Today I have a To-Do list at least a mile long that I am hoping to take a big chunk out of...we'll see if Godzilla participates in my getting stuff done. =)
I am hoping to start on my Resolution list soon. And post it so you can all hold me accoutable. Assuming there is still anyone reading. =)
Happy Holidays!
Showing posts with label House. Show all posts
Showing posts with label House. Show all posts
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Friday, August 22, 2008
Constant Transition
Sooooo....."they" were right.
I remember in the not-too-distant past claiming that once I moved to North Carolina that my life would settle down and I would enjoy that thing people called "free time." Those who knew me well laughed. At first I was insulted...but now I have come to realize that they foresaw that which I was too naive to see....I am a work-a-holic.
That aside, I am also never able to be happy with the status quo...constantly searching for some way to improve or challenge myself. Or maybe just always looking for ways to stir up the dust.
I was poking around on the hospital website where I work and noticed a research nursing position posted. For those who didn't know....I went to nursing school to be a research nurse. Not the traditional reason...but it was mine. As I went through nursing school I found that I actually enjoyed bedside nursing as well....and because I needed more experience went into that branch out of school. But it seems like I would be wasting an opportunity to at least learn more about this position if I don't apply. So I put in a request for transfer. And...back into transition I go. =)
This coupled with the daunting task of being a new home owner is making me....well...tired!
So lets say that I conquer the boxes and get the new job.....what can I possibly do next....
I know....you are all out there giggling. But I am planning to actually read all the books in that to-read pile!
later!
Jess
I remember in the not-too-distant past claiming that once I moved to North Carolina that my life would settle down and I would enjoy that thing people called "free time." Those who knew me well laughed. At first I was insulted...but now I have come to realize that they foresaw that which I was too naive to see....I am a work-a-holic.
That aside, I am also never able to be happy with the status quo...constantly searching for some way to improve or challenge myself. Or maybe just always looking for ways to stir up the dust.
I was poking around on the hospital website where I work and noticed a research nursing position posted. For those who didn't know....I went to nursing school to be a research nurse. Not the traditional reason...but it was mine. As I went through nursing school I found that I actually enjoyed bedside nursing as well....and because I needed more experience went into that branch out of school. But it seems like I would be wasting an opportunity to at least learn more about this position if I don't apply. So I put in a request for transfer. And...back into transition I go. =)
This coupled with the daunting task of being a new home owner is making me....well...tired!
So lets say that I conquer the boxes and get the new job.....what can I possibly do next....
I know....you are all out there giggling. But I am planning to actually read all the books in that to-read pile!
later!
Jess
Thursday, July 3, 2008
This and That
Today I blog about lots of stuff!
1. Tri training update. I am doing sooooooo much better on the bike thanks a greater understanding of the gears on the road bike. Hopefully I won't get toasted on the hills in my next group ride! I am looking forward to some good run training in Alaska where is it much cooler!
2. The house! It's absolutely awesome! The sod is down there is carpeting..all the little things are going in and WE CLOSE ON THE 30th! I can't believe it! We actually have the final walk through the day we fly back into Charlotte (red -eye from Anchorage!)...can any one say Chi Tea for me!
3. ALASKA! We leave in less than 10 days! I have been busy this week booking tours and "adventures." I can't wait...and you better believe there will be a blog just for that when we get home!
4. Work. Blah! While most everyone is looking forward to a 3 day weekend...I am gearing up to work it! 3 twelve hour shifts in a row! Yikes! From what I have observed, weekends and holidays are either pretty slow...or really, really busy. Despite working away the holiday...I am feeling more and more confident with all the new protocols and how to find things on the unit. I really do like the people I work with and the patients. Please keep you fingers crossed that all is well in the medical world this weekend! Regardless...after the 3 days stretch only 2 more work days until we fly out!
Happy 4th to everyone! Be safe!
1. Tri training update. I am doing sooooooo much better on the bike thanks a greater understanding of the gears on the road bike. Hopefully I won't get toasted on the hills in my next group ride! I am looking forward to some good run training in Alaska where is it much cooler!
2. The house! It's absolutely awesome! The sod is down there is carpeting..all the little things are going in and WE CLOSE ON THE 30th! I can't believe it! We actually have the final walk through the day we fly back into Charlotte (red -eye from Anchorage!)...can any one say Chi Tea for me!
3. ALASKA! We leave in less than 10 days! I have been busy this week booking tours and "adventures." I can't wait...and you better believe there will be a blog just for that when we get home!
4. Work. Blah! While most everyone is looking forward to a 3 day weekend...I am gearing up to work it! 3 twelve hour shifts in a row! Yikes! From what I have observed, weekends and holidays are either pretty slow...or really, really busy. Despite working away the holiday...I am feeling more and more confident with all the new protocols and how to find things on the unit. I really do like the people I work with and the patients. Please keep you fingers crossed that all is well in the medical world this weekend! Regardless...after the 3 days stretch only 2 more work days until we fly out!
Happy 4th to everyone! Be safe!
Monday, June 2, 2008
Why I Love Sundays!
This weekend I was lucky enough to only have to work Saturday, leaving Sunday open for whatever my little heart desired. Along with the usual ritual (church, etc), we drove out to the house site and had a BBQ with some friends.
Much to our delight the siding and brick have been started and the dry wall is complete! (One little problem are some itty bitty bugs that are hanging out pretty much everywhere they sealed the dry wall...yikes!).
I rode with the Bee Team yesterday afternoon. It was not a great ride in terms of training thanks to a pop-up thunderstorm that we had to take shelter from...but we did log in 12 miles. I am starting to adjust to my new bike more and more...and today I got the new pedals installed.
After that we headed out to Colonel Beatty Park. One of the many little treasures tucked away in the suburbs of Charlotte. It has a big beautiful lake, hiking trails, biking trails, various fields to play in and picnic areas with BBQ pits (and geese). We opted for the "bring whatever you want as a main and a side to share" plan which worked out quite well. My fruit pizza was quite yummy if I do say so myself. =)
We wrapped up the day with video games (Dave) and some leisurely reading (me). All in all...a mighty enjoyable day!
Much to our delight the siding and brick have been started and the dry wall is complete! (One little problem are some itty bitty bugs that are hanging out pretty much everywhere they sealed the dry wall...yikes!).
I rode with the Bee Team yesterday afternoon. It was not a great ride in terms of training thanks to a pop-up thunderstorm that we had to take shelter from...but we did log in 12 miles. I am starting to adjust to my new bike more and more...and today I got the new pedals installed.
After that we headed out to Colonel Beatty Park. One of the many little treasures tucked away in the suburbs of Charlotte. It has a big beautiful lake, hiking trails, biking trails, various fields to play in and picnic areas with BBQ pits (and geese). We opted for the "bring whatever you want as a main and a side to share" plan which worked out quite well. My fruit pizza was quite yummy if I do say so myself. =)
We wrapped up the day with video games (Dave) and some leisurely reading (me). All in all...a mighty enjoyable day!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
