After our most recent stimulus check, I figured I'd throw together a list of my favorite things if you're in the shopping mood! Work Life Uni-ball Signo RT 1 0.28 Pens: If you are a fan of fine pens and squeezing as much information as you can on your brain sheet, this is the pen … Continue reading A Few of My Favorite Things
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CovidCrafts
I had two weeks off of work in the beginning of November. A friend and I were originally going to explore Canada or the Pacific Northwest. But, like all best-set plans of 2020, everything was cancelled. Instead, it resulted in a #staycation at my parents house and breaking out my old sewing machine. Initially it … Continue reading CovidCrafts
Self Care
This might not be my first self care post, and I can gaurantee you it won't be my last. As I continue to grow as a nurse, my needs for self care grow with it. Especially in this time where the only constant is change, I've leaned heavily on my self care skills to stay … Continue reading Self Care
Dude, Call In
This past week I went to work when I probably shouldn't have. Up all night coughing, sniffling, draining. I didn't have a fever. I wasn't throwing up. It was only 12 hours... I could do it. Sure, I'd have to wear a mask. Sure, I sounded like a man who smoked 2 packs a day. … Continue reading Dude, Call In
Looking Back
Soon to be in the season of resolutions, I'm first using this time as a period of reflection. In 2019 I really took the “new year, new me” mantra and ran with it. A year ago, I wasn’t fulfilled or being challenged by my career. I was working night shift, when census allowed, and was … Continue reading Looking Back
Days Off
Since I've been a nurse, I've learned there are a different types of days off. I've also learned that each type is necessary and completely validated. Type 1: The Recovery After working my weekend (or any three 12s in a row, for that matter) I typically have this day first. I don't set an alarm. … Continue reading Days Off