Life...what an interesting thing!

I must say that life continues to fascinate me and intreague me. Here's an update on life currently...
I will be moving to Omaha in less than 2 weeks. This thought alone is enough to make me want to scream....half-way from excitment and the other half from being very scared. I have never moved before, and I'm nervous. However, I recognize that this is a time in my life when many transitions will take place. I also realize that everyone must make this transition at some point, and I'm ready. So, adulthood....HERE I COME! Don't worry though, I will still take PLENTY of time to be silly. :)
On that same line of thought, I have been offered an Orthopedic Registered Nurse position at Bergan Mercy in Omaha. I'm not sure whether or not I'm going to accept it yet. It seems like it would be a good fit, and I am very tempted to accept. However, I want to explore my options and carry out the rest of my interviews before I decide for sure. I still want to ultimately be a psychiatric nurse practitioner, but I think I could benefit from some med/surg experience before pursuing my ultimate goal. I still love psych nursing and that's where I think I'm meant to be.
As I was sending out graduation announcements and invitations, I became increasingly anxious and a bit emotional as well. That same day, my Dad and I made a slideshow of recent pictures of friends, family, etc that I will show the weekend of graduation. As I was watching the finished product, I felt very emotional. It's tough, but I realize that distance has the ability to make relationships stronger and I am hopeful that this will be the case in my life.
I talked with my Grandparents on the phone a couple weeks ago, and things are going all right. They had to delay some of my Grandpa's chemo due to low WBC counts, so that's not a good thing. He seemed to be in fairly good spirits though. I am looking forward to visiting there in December.
Andrew and I are doing well. Our relationship is very comfortable. He is a wonderful support especially during these stressful times. We have a lot of fun together and everything is great.
I had 4 different conversations with people last night about a wide variety of issues. I enjoy helping people find answers to their problems. One of the conversations got me a bit worked up and frustrated, but it's part of a growing experience I suppose. I just find it frustrating when I don't see eye-to-eye with some people...or when I feel that others aren't considerate of people's feelings. Anyhoo, it's something to work through.
I wish you all good luck as this semester comes to an end. Please keep in touch and hopefully I'll see you graduation weekend! :)
Peace out!

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Time for a quick update on life since the last blog.
-I am really enjoying my preceptorship on the Adolescent psych unit. I enjoy the unique challenge of working with youth dealing with mental illness. Each day has its own challenges and learning experiences. I'm getting used to the 12 hour shifts. I think I'll enjoy working them after graduation.
-I need to take more time and apply for jobs. I am starting to feel a little nervous about this. I have applied for 2 jobs, and had a casual mention from a nurse manager about potential job openings. However, I want options and I need to get on that. It's a scary step, but it's time to stop procrastinating, step up, and do this.
-Only 21 days until moving day. Julie and I signed our lease in Omaha. I'm excited to move and scared too. It'll be a change indeed, but I'm confident that it'll be a positive one.
-I have a cold. I was pretty miserable for a couple days, but it's getting a lot better. I must say that of all the colds I've had growing up, I cannot remember one that has produced as much mucus as this one....good grief!
-Life on the relationship front is good. Andrew and I are taking it easy and enjoy the time we spend together. My heart is still in the healing process, and we are both aware of this. However, I am ready to move on and I'm excited to see what will happen with this relationship.
-A quote from the song Erin and I will perform at our recital. (Stay tuned for details of our super-cool-very short b/c it's only 1 song-very neat-awesome concert.) ==> "Listen to your heart. There's nothing else you can do. I don't know where you're going and I don't know why, but listen to your heart..."
-Em will be home soon! I'm soooo excited to see her! :-D

Band, etc...

I just attended the final pep bands for my career in the Cornhusker Marching Band. I know that this was the case for several people in attendance this evening, but I wonder how its impact compared with the effect it had on me. I should be sleeping right now since practice is at 7:30am, but I can't shake the adrenaline rush I have gotten after every single evening of pep bands since my freshman year here. There's nothing like meeting with 50 of your friends, listening to great music, dancing around, relaxing, and just being silly.
Tomorrow is senior day and the final time I will march Pregame and halftime with the band. I have wanted to be on the UNL Flagline since 7th grade. My Dad is a band director, and music was a big part of my life growing up. We regularly attended the exhibition performances, and during one of these performances, I decided I wanted to be a member of the UNL Flagline. As a little 7th grader, I was far from the time when this goal could be accomplished, but that didn't stop me from getting started. After about a year of contemplating my goal, I began taking Flag lessons. At that time, I also began to pay closer attention to the Flagline whenever we'd watch them perform. I began to think about trying out for my high school flagline, and I actually selected my high school based on the fact that I auditioned and earned a place in the Flagline. I know this is all nerdy and such, and I thrive in being a "band nerd," but this stuff is my life. All my friends are in band and the music and performing is good for my soul.
On other aspects of life....I had 10 weeks of being single (2 of which were completely single without any complications). Anyhoo, I was made aware that someone had a crush on me, and I thought he was gorgeous and smart and sweet, so we are trying out the dating thing. I'll keep you posted....
Take care and Happy November!

Leaves

On our way back from dinner tonight, Sarah Steph and I played in the leaves for a while. How fun!
Oh and I also want to say that John Ross is one of the most genuinely nice people I know. We discussed this on our way back from dinner. It's rare that you encounter someone who is so nice, nonjudgmental, and fun at the same time. You're awesome, John!

Here are my roommies and I dressed as each other!

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