So, tomorrow begins my last six weeks of the practical nursing program. I think I am ready to hit the ground running at this point. Six weeks. The anticipation of being done is thrilling to me. I have learned how to balance school and work but it has not been easy though doable. It will be nice to only focus on work again instead of both whether that work is pharmacy or nursing.

Other than this anticipation there is nothing truly exciting going on right now. We are trying to rearrange some things in the apartment to give me a true craft area to help with stress reduction. That will be nice. Hey, if I start getting back in to crafting I will show ya’ll what I make.

Well, I am off. I have to finish med cards and prep for this week. Bye!

Less than one week left to this semester then six weeks left! I think I might be able to start breathing easier. I made myself a motivational picture. Hope you like it.

It is my birthday once again. Do we really have to have one of these every year? I suppose they serve a purpose but I would be perfectly happy to spend the rest of my years in oblivion as to my numerical age. However, THANK YOU to everyone who wished me a happy birthday today. All of those little things made a good day into an awesome day. Even the universe gave me some moments of sun amidst the clouds and rain I was praying for. So, thank you again.

I had to go see an ENT doctor today. My snoring has been causing my hubby distress at night for a while. I have been half joking in telling him to please record me so I could hear the snoring. Well, he did, and I was not happy with what I heard. Yes, I snore like a “buzz saw” to quote my hubby, but to my untrained ears I  was having many moments of apnea.

This was not good although my developing nursing skills could not tell me every thing that was significant because it was regarding myself. Long and of it, the doctor I saw verified I was hearing apnea in my snore patterns. He is going to set me up for a sleep study to confirm and make sure nothing else is wrong. All of my physical elements to my body are in tact and normal. I may need a cpap machine which I expected if I have sleep apnea. This also answers hubby’s question of why I am always so tired. The lack of oxygen when I sleep causes daytime fatigue, which is getting worse, regardless of how much I sleep. I seem to get more rest with an hour or less at a time but that is impractical for the night.

Looking forward to a good birthday evening though. I have no choice but to continue on with my plans for future life goals. Keeping my hopes up! It is just good to know what I am up against regarding my health.

Be back soon! Bye for now.

This semester is almost over. Then there’s only another eight week semester to go. Each day dials up the nerves a bit more. I’m nearly giddy with anticipation, and I have noticed a significant change in my temperament. So close now.

I’m keeping this short, more of a quick breather before bed. I am balancing school and work, and my work is definitely my stress point now. I get a twitchy eyelid, really badly, sometimes. At first, we thought it was caffeine. No such luck. I stopped caffeine intake and had minor resolution but now it doesn’t matter if I drink it or not. So, I thought it was school. After all, nursing programs are demanding. I’m actually fairly calm with school. Guess what? It’s work! The minute I step through the door that little tic begins and doesn’t quit until an hour or so after my shift ends. Ah well, I need the insurance work gives me, so no stopping it. Sometimes school and caffeine contribute, but work is the trigger right now.

I haven’t forgotten about the poem, but I’m not going to go find it now. I promise it’ll get put up. I’m also going to give you my old writings for some input. I’m talking older as is more than 10 years ago. Wow.

Anyway, I’m for bed. I will return! Good night readers. I hope you are safe and sound and enjoying yourself tonight and always.