Oh boy. Life is an adventure. I've always thought I liked change unless it had to do with someone sitting at my spot at the kitchen table or how we decorate our Christmas tree. I think that change helps you grow and learn, and it stirs things up. Here are some somewhat significant changes happening in my life in the next few months.
1. I got a new job!
2. I'm going to grad school in the fall!
3. My family is in the process of moving across town!
4. I'll probably move closer to home in the fall when my lease is up!
5. Everything is changing!
No big deal, huh?
Phew. So I got a job on an oncology unit at a hospital in Indiana. I applied there because I want to be closer to my family and friends. It's also a really good hospital. It's the hospital I want in the specialty I want. I'll be working 8 hour evening/ day shifts. The shifts aren't perfect, but I won't be on nights. I'll have to figure out how to manage my social life all over again, but I am really optimistic about it. I think I can actually have a routine.
Grad school. I'll be attending grad school in the fall to become a clinical nurse specialist. It's a master's degree and will help prepare me for any number of things. Being a floor nurse is hard, and I don't think I can do it forever. This degree is not a nurse practitioner. It is more focused on advanced practice. I can teach, I can be a resource for other nurses, I can specialize in a certain field, or possibly do research. It opens a lot of doors. I'll be in school part time for 2-3 years.
Life is crazy, but God is faithful. If you're the praying type, here's how you can pray for me.
1. Working out all the details. 2. Adjusting my life for working mainly evening shifts and trying to still see friends and family. 3. That all the change won't be overwhelming. 4. That God will be the center and focus in the midst of a whole lot of change.
Within the next couple of months, everything will be different. I'm really excited and hopeful, but slightly in shock. If you see me wandering around wondering which way is up, point me in the right direction. In the midst of change, here's what I know: God is faithful and He won't ever change. Thank goodness.
I almost typed 'that's all for now' but I assure you that this is plenty. I gave you a very juicy post. You're welcome.
Caroline.... I think.
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