Good day ladies and gents.
The semester is almost over! I'm about to graduate from the University of St. Thomas. Wowwwwww....
I speak of this because I was talking to patients today and they were asking me about where I am attending college and what I was going to do with my life after college. Everyone smiled and spoke kindly of me - saying that I'll make it as a doctor. It sucks that I didn't get in this year, but I not gonna to let it bring me down. I will take advantage of this year off to learn more, and grow as a person. Like Rachel Wilhelm told me earlier, its not like my drive to become a doctor isn't there. I just have to tap into it more.
Volunteering at the homeless clinic has really helped me find where I want to be. I feel the so comfortable in this type of environment, that it becomes very difficult to think of what life would be like were I to choose a different profession. I don't know what else to say...this is probably the last post of for the year.
I want to thank my followers for reading and commenting on my posts. I do read them, and they do mean a lot to me. As for this assignment, it truly was a great experience. I never really expressed my feelings/thoughts into words. It was usually music - so that was a change. A change for the better I say! Well adios amigos. Take care and God bless!
Quote of the day:
“There are no failures - just experiences and your reactions to them.”
-Tom Krause
Monday, April 26, 2010
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Tuesday 4-20-2010
Yesterday, I volunteered at the late shift so I was too tired to blog last night when I got home.
Cherie needed someone to fill in the afternoon time slot and since the morning was going to be slow anyways, I decided to volunteer in the afternoon. I've been getting little sleep lately and I feel that its been affecting my productivity. Though I tried not to show my tiredness, I can't help but think that my fatigue was showing. One of the patients even asked ME if I was doing okay.
I suppose its just that time of the year. I've been going through a lot of personal things as of late...and all these struggles appear to be stacking up, one on top of the other. The deaths...pressure of graduating...thoughts of what I am to do after I graduate...its becoming almost too much to bare.
Volunteering was good though. It gave me time to focus on something else besides these other things. When I'm in the clinic, the patient comes first so I devote most, if not all, of my attention to him. As for my personal problems, all I can do is keep my faith up high. I know I am do it; I just have to be patient and trust that the time will come.
Quote of the day:
"Be Awesome"
- Madalena Truong
Cherie needed someone to fill in the afternoon time slot and since the morning was going to be slow anyways, I decided to volunteer in the afternoon. I've been getting little sleep lately and I feel that its been affecting my productivity. Though I tried not to show my tiredness, I can't help but think that my fatigue was showing. One of the patients even asked ME if I was doing okay.
I suppose its just that time of the year. I've been going through a lot of personal things as of late...and all these struggles appear to be stacking up, one on top of the other. The deaths...pressure of graduating...thoughts of what I am to do after I graduate...its becoming almost too much to bare.
Volunteering was good though. It gave me time to focus on something else besides these other things. When I'm in the clinic, the patient comes first so I devote most, if not all, of my attention to him. As for my personal problems, all I can do is keep my faith up high. I know I am do it; I just have to be patient and trust that the time will come.
Quote of the day:
"Be Awesome"
- Madalena Truong
Monday, April 12, 2010
Monday 4-12-2010
I didn't come in to volunteer today. I got struck with the flu over the weekend. That, plus Peter's funeral, made it quite the weekend. I'm still feeling the effects of the sickness right now actually. My head is heavy, my back is aching, and I'm feeling a big off.
But, there's no time to rest! Graduation is approaching. Gotta. Keep. Pushing.
Sorry for the post being so short - not really feeling that well. But! I will still have the quote of the day:
"Never give up hope, its what keeps us going."
- Michael Pham :]
But, there's no time to rest! Graduation is approaching. Gotta. Keep. Pushing.
Sorry for the post being so short - not really feeling that well. But! I will still have the quote of the day:
"Never give up hope, its what keeps us going."
- Michael Pham :]
Monday, April 5, 2010
Monday 4-5-2010
Hey world...
I'm having mixed emotions right now. Today was a fine day of volunteering. Checking in the patients went well and they were cooperating finely. My work out was put to the test today as I had to carry boxes around the clinic. And I was even called "professor" today - thats a new one.
I try to keep myself busy but I can't stop thinking about it. Life is such a precious and fragile thing. All it takes is one second, and that makes all the difference. Don't ever pass up on the chance to catch up with a friend. I'm sorry I lost touch with you Peter. I'm sorry...I could have tried harder. We were so close, I thought I had all the time in the world to catch up with you. How sadly mistaken was I? Knowing you though, you would just laugh it off...make a joke...and we'd hug it out. I know you're in a better place now but I can't help feeling heartbroken. I'm selfish. I still can't believe that you are gone. Maybe its not that I can't believe it, but I don't want to believe it. I love you, man. I wish I told you this more often. You always joked that we'd be with each other again when we get into med school. I don't know about me, but I always knew you could do it. I never got to congratulate you. I'm so freaking proud of you Peter. You would have been one of the finest, I'm sure. Take it easy my friend. Say Hi to James for me.
Quote of the day:
"Life is a funny thing; our mark on this world is often times not made evident until our deaths, yet it depends entirely on what we did while alive."
- Karl Jun
I'm having mixed emotions right now. Today was a fine day of volunteering. Checking in the patients went well and they were cooperating finely. My work out was put to the test today as I had to carry boxes around the clinic. And I was even called "professor" today - thats a new one.
I try to keep myself busy but I can't stop thinking about it. Life is such a precious and fragile thing. All it takes is one second, and that makes all the difference. Don't ever pass up on the chance to catch up with a friend. I'm sorry I lost touch with you Peter. I'm sorry...I could have tried harder. We were so close, I thought I had all the time in the world to catch up with you. How sadly mistaken was I? Knowing you though, you would just laugh it off...make a joke...and we'd hug it out. I know you're in a better place now but I can't help feeling heartbroken. I'm selfish. I still can't believe that you are gone. Maybe its not that I can't believe it, but I don't want to believe it. I love you, man. I wish I told you this more often. You always joked that we'd be with each other again when we get into med school. I don't know about me, but I always knew you could do it. I never got to congratulate you. I'm so freaking proud of you Peter. You would have been one of the finest, I'm sure. Take it easy my friend. Say Hi to James for me.
Quote of the day:
"Life is a funny thing; our mark on this world is often times not made evident until our deaths, yet it depends entirely on what we did while alive."
- Karl Jun
Monday, March 29, 2010
3-29-2010
Hi there :]
Smooth...easy...nice Monday. The day started off with me not wanting to get out of bed because I only got 3 hours of sleep. So because of that, I was a bit sluggish in the morning but I am in good spirits now. There is something about helping others and knowing you are making a difference in their lives, that can uplift even the grumpiest person.
The nurse practitioner told me to tell walk-in patients that they could not be seen today due to the fact that we only had one provider and she had a busy schedule. They were getting sad and upset because for most of them, this was the only time they could be seen. Even though they don't have much, it is important to remember that these men and women have lives and schedules too. And its amazing how much a little consulting can do. I convinced the nurse practitioner to squeeze in a couple of patients, and I explained to the patients that if they could bare with us for a little bit, we just might see them. In the end, about 7 walk-in patients were seen - and boy did they thank me. Honestly, they should be thanking the provider. She was constantly seeing patients one after another, without breaks, just so she could treat as many as she could before lunch. That type of dedication is admirable and inspirational.
So today's quote of the day is belongs to her:
“I know the price of success: dedication, hard work, and an unremitting devotion to the things you want to see happen.”
- Frank Lloyd Wright
Smooth...easy...nice Monday. The day started off with me not wanting to get out of bed because I only got 3 hours of sleep. So because of that, I was a bit sluggish in the morning but I am in good spirits now. There is something about helping others and knowing you are making a difference in their lives, that can uplift even the grumpiest person.
The nurse practitioner told me to tell walk-in patients that they could not be seen today due to the fact that we only had one provider and she had a busy schedule. They were getting sad and upset because for most of them, this was the only time they could be seen. Even though they don't have much, it is important to remember that these men and women have lives and schedules too. And its amazing how much a little consulting can do. I convinced the nurse practitioner to squeeze in a couple of patients, and I explained to the patients that if they could bare with us for a little bit, we just might see them. In the end, about 7 walk-in patients were seen - and boy did they thank me. Honestly, they should be thanking the provider. She was constantly seeing patients one after another, without breaks, just so she could treat as many as she could before lunch. That type of dedication is admirable and inspirational.
So today's quote of the day is belongs to her:
“I know the price of success: dedication, hard work, and an unremitting devotion to the things you want to see happen.”
- Frank Lloyd Wright
Monday, March 22, 2010
Monday 3-22-2010
Guess who's back!
What a beautiful morning! I was able to get up without any complications, my sickness is gone (for the most part), traffic was not a problem, and volunteering was a breeze!
Even though there was a lot of patients that needed to be seen, everything went by smoothly. I think it was because of the nice weather that got people in the right spirits. Everyone was friendly, and very patient. When people are patient, it makes things less hectic and avoids unnecessary confrontations. There was a man today that had an appointment with the psychiatrist at 11:30AM. He was already in the waiting area at 8:30AM waiting because he did want to miss his appointment. When it was past 11:30AM, I had to tell him that the psychiatrist would not be able to see him until 1:00PM. I was afraid he would become upset with the situation but he looked at me and smiled, saying that it was fine. I apologized for his inconvenience, but he said not to worry about it, that he was just thankful for our help, and that everything happens for a reason.
That got me thinking about everything that has happened in my life. All of the good and bad things that have occurred in my life have made me the person who I am today. It looks as if I might not be able to get into medical school this year, but I should not be too down about it. Like the man said, everything happens for a reason. All I can do is trust that things will work out for the best, and do all I can to ensure so.
Quote of the day:
"Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending."
- Maria Robinson
What a beautiful morning! I was able to get up without any complications, my sickness is gone (for the most part), traffic was not a problem, and volunteering was a breeze!
Even though there was a lot of patients that needed to be seen, everything went by smoothly. I think it was because of the nice weather that got people in the right spirits. Everyone was friendly, and very patient. When people are patient, it makes things less hectic and avoids unnecessary confrontations. There was a man today that had an appointment with the psychiatrist at 11:30AM. He was already in the waiting area at 8:30AM waiting because he did want to miss his appointment. When it was past 11:30AM, I had to tell him that the psychiatrist would not be able to see him until 1:00PM. I was afraid he would become upset with the situation but he looked at me and smiled, saying that it was fine. I apologized for his inconvenience, but he said not to worry about it, that he was just thankful for our help, and that everything happens for a reason.
That got me thinking about everything that has happened in my life. All of the good and bad things that have occurred in my life have made me the person who I am today. It looks as if I might not be able to get into medical school this year, but I should not be too down about it. Like the man said, everything happens for a reason. All I can do is trust that things will work out for the best, and do all I can to ensure so.
Quote of the day:
"Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending."
- Maria Robinson
Monday, March 15, 2010
Monday 3-15-2010
Let it snow! I am not volunteering this week due to me vacationing in Durango, Colorado! I am pretty bruised and banged up right now, but it is totally worth it. The only negative thing about this trip is that it had to happen during day lights savings time...so I lost an hour of play time! ]:
Its hard to escape medicine and science even when you are trying to have fun. The air up here is pretty thin and it takes some getting used to. I noticed that my heart rate was increased and I was often thirsty. I took this opportunity to find out why this was happening and it turns out that it is a side effect of being at a high altitude. That is because at high altitudes, the oxygen content in our blood is decreased. The best advice given to me was to keep my body hydrated and take deep breathes.
I am actually experiencing a headache right now but I think it is because of my body being exhausted from two days of snowboarding. I hate to admit it but I am looking forward to going back home, going to school, and volunteering again.
Quote of the day:
"There's no place like home."
- John Howard Payne
Its hard to escape medicine and science even when you are trying to have fun. The air up here is pretty thin and it takes some getting used to. I noticed that my heart rate was increased and I was often thirsty. I took this opportunity to find out why this was happening and it turns out that it is a side effect of being at a high altitude. That is because at high altitudes, the oxygen content in our blood is decreased. The best advice given to me was to keep my body hydrated and take deep breathes.
I am actually experiencing a headache right now but I think it is because of my body being exhausted from two days of snowboarding. I hate to admit it but I am looking forward to going back home, going to school, and volunteering again.
Quote of the day:
"There's no place like home."
- John Howard Payne
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