Well, it is true that I am now in Northern Virginia for this capstone. (But of course I will be driving back to the 'Burg any chance I get:) It has most certainly been an interesting past couple of days with a rush of unexpected and uncontrollable emotions. I think it has just been due to realizing the inevitable of what is going to happen in just a couple of months, and the uncertainty of knowing how many more days I will actually have with my dear housemates, living in the Dollhouse, and hanging out with all the other sweet JMUers in good ol' Harrisonburg. It's weird, and it's scary. (But of course really exciting!) The near (and getting nearer) future is so unknown right now, and it's finally beginning to hit that the unimaginable day of no longer calling JMU our home is approaching. So, it begins.
Speaking of beginnings...we had our orientation today! Which simply consisted of getting our ID badges and touring the hospital with stops at each girl's unit to meet our preceptors and see how to get there. I did have the fortunate opportunity to meet my preceptor, Peggy. I must say, she seems "interesting," but was definitely friendly which eased my nerves of her possibly being a mean old grump who hates students. To let you know my most significant first impression of her- she was wearing jean material scrubs (or smocks as Sarah would call them)- not even kidding...JEAN! I didn't even know they made those. Or that it would be within hospital policy to be allowed to wear them. I really know nothing else about her at this point. This is going to be a fun six weeks with Peggy:) So, it begins.
Good news...I did get her schedule for the next week and half- and she has taken time off next week for vacation! So after our 3 12 hour shifts Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday...I will be able to head back on to Harrisonburg until Saturday! So great.
Well, that's my life for now. I miss you all and will talk to you soon:) Signing off for now...
-Hannah
P.S. A little early birthday shout out to Ms. Catherine Tudor! I wish I could be there to bake you a yummy birfday cake. Happy 22 girl!
Thank you.
16 years ago
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ahhhh! i LOVE that you guys have a blog! it's so great. totally crying over all your emotions and stuff you guys have going on (i can blame it on pregnancy hormones...convenient, huh??) i'll be checking back often. and, don't worry, i'll keep it away from any "old" people! :-)
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