Catching my breath

It’s been a while, again. I know…i know.

Lots to talk about today. First, spring break was wonderful! I had a blast seeing the cop and Linc, and catching up with family and salsa friends. There were so many folks I wanted to see, but even six days wasn’t enough to get to all of them. I’ll have two weeks off before the summer semester starts, and I’ll be sure to see everyone then!

Secondly, school has kicked up a notch. They’re throwing new material at us left and right, and I must admit two things: I lost my drive due to spring break, and I got behind on my readings and studying. Big no-no!!!! So, I’ve had to kick it into high gear, find my motivation, and catch up. And finally, I get to sit down and catch my breath. The good news is my grades did not suffer at all! I am so proud of my performance here this semester. We still have lots of work to complete before the summer session, but if things continue the way they have been, I will be going into it with a strong GPA, and a strong understanding of the material. On a not so good note, we have lost a total of 3 students to date, all for various reasons. I don’t know the details, and to be honest, I really don’t want to know. It’s none of my business. I do, however, wish them well in their endeavors.

Now for the great news! It’s PARTY TIME TONIGHT! Mr. Eddie Palmieri and his world famous Salsa/Latin jazz orchestra is coming to town, for one night only, and I will be there with my dance bag in hand and a smile! After the concert I’m heading downtown to dance the night away, and this time, I will have my ballroom shoes. Yes!!! Time to decompress, relax, and have some fun.

It’s been a while

I know, I know.  I’ve been incognito for a little while, but I have my reasons.  First, my computer crashed and burned!  Second, the past few weeks at school have been quite busy.  The workload never lessens, and we are getting into the meat and potatoes of history taking and physical exam techniques, all which require loads of practice time. 

Nevertheless, I’m really enjoying my time here.  As the days go by, I find myself becoming more and more comfortable with my classmates, and my time management skills are being put to the test.  That feeling of excitement is still present, and I’m hoping to hold onto it for as long as possible.

Spring break begins this Thursday, and in approximately 48 hours I will be in the arms of the cop…and Linc will be in my arms!   I can’t wait to see them, and my mother, sister and stepfather.  I’ll be there for about 6 days, which isn’t nearly enough time to see all the people I want to see.  However, I’ve already got plans to meet up with the salsa family on Friday night, and my old coworkers want to get together this weekend.  Of course, the cop has top priority.  We have a lot of catching up to do, and finally, after a year of pining and dreaming, the cop and I are going out to buy his very first mountain bike!  I’m so excited for him!  Quite a bit of money for a toy, but for my sweetheart, it’s money well spent!

We have lots of projects due once the break is over.  I intend to milk the break for all it’s worth and put my family members to good use.  They’ll get the full workup: eye exam, percussions, palpations, auscultations, ear exam, and a full medical history.  At this point, I need all the practice I can get.