Hello, it has been awhile. I always feel rusty when I haven’t written in a some time. It is like searching for that voice again. The pressure to be perfect is breathing over my neck. I never want my posts to sound too thought out or too structured. I want them to feel like I am catching up with some friends over dinner or lunch or a coffee break. You get the idea. But how can we be friends if I only post sporadically?
I try to remind myself that true friends understand. I personally have close friends who I only speak with occasionally and when we do speak, it’s a lengthy conversation which I remember for some time to come.
I will, however, try not to make this post too lengthy, so here we go.
Imagine we are at a café or somewhere on this wonderful fall day catching up.
If I may, I’d like to say we are in a small café having brunch; hot chocolate for me. The leaves are changing, but it has been a dry summer, thus the colours are not as vibrant as they usually are, but it is still beautiful. It’s not too cold; a light sweater and scarf will do. We are seated in the corner by the huge window; thus, we have a view of the people passing by.
“We should do this more often” you say with a smile. I nod as I take a sip of my hot chocolate.
“I know…” I respond, placing the cup ever so slightly on the plate as not to spill the hot liquid unto the cream tablecloth.
“So what’s new?” you ask.
“Well…” I begin.
~I graduated from nursing school in May and proceeded to spend my summer preparing for the NCLEX. I used the Kaplan review and I loved it. I will work on updating you about that process in the near future all being well.
I also had to study for and take a Chemistry test out examination for the required Chemistry for my Bachelors which slowed my NCLEX progress. I also had paperwork to complete for the government regarding my F1 status-I will be making a part three to my International student journey God’s willing.
After that, I took my NCLEX in late August, just in time for the Fall semester, and Praises be to the Most High, I passed.
Like most humans, I had my moments of anxiety, but nevertheless the Lord saw me through. This was and is God’s doing.
Give Thanks With A Grateful Heart
With approximately one week left before the fall semester, I spent the time catching up on chores and mini projects including organizing my nursing notes and books-not fun.
For this Fall semester, I am taking four classes: Chemistry, Philosophy, a Design class, and Spanish.
“I smile as I take another sip of my hot chocolate.” Mhhmm somehow still warm.
“Do you remember the update that I made that spoke about last year around this time?” I ask. (If not, click here to refresh your memory).
God has brought me from a mighty long way. It has been a rough semester. I do not think that I rested enough during the summer, but I am alive, I have health, and my support system is always there to help me up. I am truly grateful.
I am still trying to figure out some sort of schedule to balance all aspects of my life and still be able to have energy left over, but I am learning to not be too hard on myself.
“Look at the time," I say. We then pay the bill and stand up to leave the café. You tighten your scarf as we head out the door.
“I will see you soon,” I say as I lean in to give you a hug.
That is it for now. Until next time. Peace be.
~Simply Anna Reece.
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