This week, I am thankful:
for the many faces of Chiquita
This is why we forgive her for all of her crimes.
that I get to go to a phlebotomy class today
I saw that my hospital was offering this and I said, “Oh yes, please sign me up.”
Because as you all know, I do not feel super duper confident with blood draws at this point and I will be very grateful for some instruction.
Hopefully after this, I will be less terrified when I see that little blood draw icon on my patient to-do list at work. 🙂
for the interesting winter sights on my walks
As I always say, this is arguably not the most beautiful time of year in the woods (unless it snows!)
But there are still beautiful things to see.
Especially when there’s ice.
And frost.
that Saturday is the shortest day of the year
Woohoo! The days will start getting longer again soon!
Most of us will be happy about that, except Lindsey in Alaska because she likes dark days. 😉
that this pitcher didn’t get broken
I found this vintage pitcher for Sonia, and I was a little worried it might accidentally get broken (by Chiquita. Ha.) before I could give it to Sonia.
I delivered it safely by putting it in one of those Amazon bags and buckling it into my passenger seat. Ha.
that some of my credits will transfer to the BSN program
I had a zoom call with someone from one of the schools I’m considering for my BSN, and I am delighted that some of the credits I already have count toward my BSN (like my math and English credits).
(When I graduate in May, I will just have an associate’s RN, so I’ll have to keep taking classes to get my BSN with another school. But I am not anticipating that those classes will be nearly as intense as what I’m doing now. The BSN program is designed to be done by nurses who are working full-time, so it’s flexible and all online. Yay!)
that writing is not hard for me
It sounds like a fair number of the BSN classes are writing-heavy, and that is fine by me. 😉 Writing is like breathing for me, so these classes will not be particularly hard.
that I don’t mind the cold
If it’s sunny outside, I really could not care less if it’s cold. I can always put more clothes on!
Since I don’t mind the cold, that makes winter easier; I’m only dealing with my dislike of the short days.
Which, as we have just established, are about to be on their way out!
Beverly
Thursday 19th of December 2024
I’m thankful: - that I am able to work from home after my surgery. I went into the office Tuesday for half a day and it was very taxing. - for DH and the amazing job he has done taking care of me post-surgery - that grandson got to meet Santa at my office and my coworkers got to see our adorable little man - that DH is willing to drive us 2+ hours to go on the Santa train ride with darling grandson - that I got our heat to turn on this morning after it shut off last night
kristin @ going country
Thursday 19th of December 2024
--That today is our last day of school before almost two week Christmas break. The last week is always nuts, but the finish line is in sight.
--That my son does not have basketball practice between now and Christmas, so after tonight's game, we really do have a full week with no out-of-the-house activities. Except church, of course.
--For a very successful fundraising event for our FFA chapter this week. This is the only real event they do, and their profit this year was record breaking. It's a dinner and auction that the FFA kids--which includes my oldest two sons--cook, serve, and facilitate themselves. It's a huge amount of work, so I'm glad it paid off for them. Literally. :-)
--For the community that comes out and supports the FFA members via the auction. It's a live auction, with an actual auctioneer. That sort of thing is definitely not my scene--so, so loud--but there is no denying it's effective at raising money. Especially if your community members are willing to pay $125 for a pan of cinnamon rolls (and mostly to support the kids, of course). The money raised at this is used to fund the trips the FFA takes to competitions and leadership events, so it's important for them.
--For the Christmas lights. I don't put up many decorations, but I do love lights. I have the ones in my kitchen from about October to March, plus the Christmas tree lights that stay on from the time I wake up until the time I go to sleep, and then this year I added some outside lights that make me happy every time I return home in the dark.
--Relatedly, thankful that there are still companies that make incandescent lights, and I can order them online I hate LED lights so much in my house, but I can still find the incandescents online.
Addy
Thursday 19th of December 2024
I just wanted to leave a quick comment before I am off to PT. I am so thankful for this blog and its community. Recently another blog I follow has gotten all gloom and doom relative to upcoming changes in the country’s administration. Frankly, I get enough gloom and doom in the news and I consider this blog a breath of fresh air. Thank you Kristen for keeping politics out of it!
Linda M
Thursday 19th of December 2024
@Addy, I agree! I think we may be referencing the same blog. Anyway, I thank Kristen for keeping political views out of this blog!!
N
Thursday 19th of December 2024
I'm thankful on behlaf of your future patients! As someone who has never had a pleasant blood draw or IV despite clearly visible blue veins (I'm "burn through SPF 50" pasty), thank you for taking that phlebotomy class. Your confidence and care will be such a boon to you and your patients!
Heather Mar
Thursday 19th of December 2024
I'm thankful: -For a mental reframe of something that was bothering me about work (felt crushingly overwhelming). Now I have a new plan and outlook. -For not just the mental reframe, but I'm grateful for the actual situation, and the opportunity to put into practice the idea that "the obstacle is the way." -For the philosophy of Stoicism. -That today is the last day of the semester at school! We made it! -For my membership at a gym that has a pool. It's so helpful for physical and mental wellness.