I finally started my job!! Whew about time. I almost ran out of money! Well I got my license on September 14th... I can't remember if I reported that already or not. I am working full time at 2 nursing homes: Bel Arbor and Cherry Blossom... They are pretty good places. I don't have much of a caseload right now. The previous therapist had to let much of her caseload go because there was no full time therapist there when she left. Now that I am there, I only have 4 patients. So I do some treatments, then I sit in the dining room to listen for coughing and choking! HAHA! Yep that's pretty much how my day goes. I should be getting some patients here in a bit.
IN addition to listening for coughing/choking, I also have to check all the weight lists to screen those who have lost weight for any reason. It's time consuming, but I need a caseload, so I don't complain.
The first couple days, I was just learning how to do the job and paperwork and such. Then on Thursday and Friday I saw my patients on my own. It was a little nerve-wrecking, but I need to learn! LOL.
So... I totally LOVE LOVE LOVE my job! I love the patients and the fact that I will probably do 95% swallowing, I love the people I work with, and I love my supervisor! All is good and I can't wait until I have a caseload and I can start being a real Speech Therapist!!!
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Friday, September 11, 2009
Always Remembered, Never Forgotten
It's been 8 years.... 8 years... I can hardly believe it. It still feels like yesterday. Eight years since September 11, 2001. I was in math class. Our teacher was known as the "mean and rude" teacher. She was never in a good mood. I remember someone opened our door and our teacher just shot her a look. Then when we found out what happened, our teacher immediately turned on the TV and we watched. We took the whole period to watch in horror as our nation was attacked. It was so hard to believe. I remember going home that day and watching all of it, continuously, on TV. I couldn't take my eyes off of it and I couldn't believe it. I cried and cried because I felt so vulnerable. At the same time, I have never felt more proud to be an American. Our nation came together that day and I was so glad to be alive to see that happen.
So today, as I do every year on September 11th, I watched all the specials on every channel. I just couldn't stop watching. It's like every year they come out with another movie or another show that just gets me and I just have to watch. So I watch and I am thankful that I never had to be there to see what some people had to see. I pray for those who had to live through that day and for the countless number of Heros that came out that day. I hope they are all making it through the nightmare that crushed our nation. I know they will because they are American's and America is the best nation. I thank all of the soldiers who have fought for our freedom, those who have lost their lives, and those who are willing to put their lives on the line. It really makes me proud and brings a tear to my eyes. They are amazing individuals and I can't thank them enough.
I also thank Dan. My own little soldier, who might not be fighting for our freedom now, but I know that if the time comes, he will be there. He will be there because he loves this nation and loves the Air Force.
It's amazing how this horrible tragedy can really change lives... i know it changed mine.
So today, as I do every year on September 11th, I watched all the specials on every channel. I just couldn't stop watching. It's like every year they come out with another movie or another show that just gets me and I just have to watch. So I watch and I am thankful that I never had to be there to see what some people had to see. I pray for those who had to live through that day and for the countless number of Heros that came out that day. I hope they are all making it through the nightmare that crushed our nation. I know they will because they are American's and America is the best nation. I thank all of the soldiers who have fought for our freedom, those who have lost their lives, and those who are willing to put their lives on the line. It really makes me proud and brings a tear to my eyes. They are amazing individuals and I can't thank them enough.
I also thank Dan. My own little soldier, who might not be fighting for our freedom now, but I know that if the time comes, he will be there. He will be there because he loves this nation and loves the Air Force.
It's amazing how this horrible tragedy can really change lives... i know it changed mine.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Keeping Busy
Many Updates to report. We are finally finished with the wedding invitations and favors! YAY. I took up WAAAAY too much of our time. But that is finished and finally some things are starting to feel in place. This reminds me that I had a HORRIBLE dream about our wedding. My hair was horrible, I was wearing my glasses, we didn't have a limo, I missed all the pictures, and no one RSVPed. How awesome is that?! Haha. Hopefully that actually doesn't happen and things actually go well. It's hard to believe that it is coming up so fast. It seems like yesterday it was February and I was still planning and had all this time. Oh well. Time flies when you're having fun I guess.
Dan has been gone all week. Just me and Chloe all alone! It is my first experience with him being away. I've been getting a lot of stuff done and looking forward to cleaning the house and organizing things. It's a crappy day out which is perfect for doing housework! (or shopping)
I should be starting my job any day now. I was told that the board didn't need to review my application because I'm not a criminal or sex offender and it will most likely be completed this week or early next week. Maybe I can get in a few days of work before we head back to Cincy for the Air Force 1/2 marathon. Who knows!
I can't wait to start working and making money. I am BROKE! I guess all is well in the Welsh household (or soon to be all Welsh household). I couldn't be happier and I can't wait until Dan gets back from TDY! I miss him!
Dan has been gone all week. Just me and Chloe all alone! It is my first experience with him being away. I've been getting a lot of stuff done and looking forward to cleaning the house and organizing things. It's a crappy day out which is perfect for doing housework! (or shopping)
I should be starting my job any day now. I was told that the board didn't need to review my application because I'm not a criminal or sex offender and it will most likely be completed this week or early next week. Maybe I can get in a few days of work before we head back to Cincy for the Air Force 1/2 marathon. Who knows!
I can't wait to start working and making money. I am BROKE! I guess all is well in the Welsh household (or soon to be all Welsh household). I couldn't be happier and I can't wait until Dan gets back from TDY! I miss him!
Monday, September 7, 2009
Labor Day Weekend
We had a nice little weekend for Labor day! Dan had a four day weekend so I got to spend 2 extra days with him that he would normally have to work! YAY!
Although it was a nice weekend, it was busy. We dogsat for our friend. Chloe and Lucy were totally into each other the first day. I thought I was going to have to deal with two hyper dogs all weekend, but eventually they settled down. They are great friends:
Dan worked on the cabinet all weekend and IT'S FINALLY FINISHED! It took so long to build it and then when it was ready, it was too heavy and about to rip the drywall down. So he had to hurry and build the bottom so the upper cabinet would rest on it. I'm so proud of him! It looks SO good. Here is a picture of it:
We also went to the Reds vs. Braves game in Atlanta at Turner Field. It was only my second time going to a game that was not at Great American. It was so much fun! The forecast said it was going to be 82 and mostly cloudy... that turned into mostly sunny and 92. So we got fried! But it was fun!
Then to wrap up the weekend we watched the UC game at a new bar. We are trying to find some UC alumni that live either in Warner Robins or Macon so we can get with them to watch the games. Hopefully we will find something! It will get old if we are the only 2 cheering in the whole restaurant (which happened today).
It was a great weekend but now back to the real world; well for Dan anyway. He is going TDY for the first time since I lived with him. It's going to be strange not having him around. But I'm going to clean this house from floor to ceiling!
Although it was a nice weekend, it was busy. We dogsat for our friend. Chloe and Lucy were totally into each other the first day. I thought I was going to have to deal with two hyper dogs all weekend, but eventually they settled down. They are great friends:
Dan worked on the cabinet all weekend and IT'S FINALLY FINISHED! It took so long to build it and then when it was ready, it was too heavy and about to rip the drywall down. So he had to hurry and build the bottom so the upper cabinet would rest on it. I'm so proud of him! It looks SO good. Here is a picture of it:
We also went to the Reds vs. Braves game in Atlanta at Turner Field. It was only my second time going to a game that was not at Great American. It was so much fun! The forecast said it was going to be 82 and mostly cloudy... that turned into mostly sunny and 92. So we got fried! But it was fun!
Then to wrap up the weekend we watched the UC game at a new bar. We are trying to find some UC alumni that live either in Warner Robins or Macon so we can get with them to watch the games. Hopefully we will find something! It will get old if we are the only 2 cheering in the whole restaurant (which happened today).
It was a great weekend but now back to the real world; well for Dan anyway. He is going TDY for the first time since I lived with him. It's going to be strange not having him around. But I'm going to clean this house from floor to ceiling!
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
The Waiting Game
I turned in all of my information for licensure this afternoon!!!! It's exciting but yet nerve-wrecking! I checked over the application at least 32 times in hopes that I included all information they needed. MU finally sent me my hours and my transcripts. It's about time they are on the ball. I also got my transcripts from UC. I had all of these copies sent to the board so I know 100% that they arrived. Now we just wait. Wait for the board to get their lazy butts to meet and discuss my application. If everything goes well, then I will have my PCE license in the state of Georgia and I can begin work on September 22nd!!! :) :) :)
ON a side note, I also met my CF supervisor. She is young, hip, and very knowledgeable!!! I"m so excited to being working and I really think I"m going to enjoy this environment! She is awesome and assures me I will be okay She offered to come cover my caseload while I shadow her until I feel comfortable. I hope all goes well!!!
ON a side note, I also met my CF supervisor. She is young, hip, and very knowledgeable!!! I"m so excited to being working and I really think I"m going to enjoy this environment! She is awesome and assures me I will be okay She offered to come cover my caseload while I shadow her until I feel comfortable. I hope all goes well!!!
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Shit for Luck!
So it appears that my beloved Chloe ate my grandmother's ring for lunch today. My neighbor, Donna, came over and demanded (not asked) if I would come see her new wood floors. Well I wanted to be a nice neighbor, so I went. I decided to trust Chloe in our bedroom. I made sure all objects were not within reach (so I thought). I was gone for maybe 20 mins. When I got back, I opened the door to a disaster area. She had somehow got up on our chest of drawers and took all the laundry out of the basket, she flipped over and drug our DVD player all over the room, chewed and disrobed the bear I got Dan, knocked over a ton of shit, and then decided to eat my grandmother's ring. SO NOT COOL. I was so pissed at her that I cried my eyes out and cursed at her and almost killed her. Then I thought, well if I kill her, I might never get it back.
So I've been following her around the backyard all day and night. As she poops, I search. Armed with my rubber glove and a flashlight (if it is dark), I dig through smelly poo to try and find my ring. I will keep searching until I find it. I am planning on calling the Vet tomorrow and possibly going to get an x-ray. My friend on facebook told me to take her to the Vet to get an ETA of the "output." I laughed so hard. ETA. That's just funny.
Hopefully it will come out sooner rather than later. And if by chance I find it around the house, this will be a funny story to tell my children and grandchildren! HAHAHA.
So I've been following her around the backyard all day and night. As she poops, I search. Armed with my rubber glove and a flashlight (if it is dark), I dig through smelly poo to try and find my ring. I will keep searching until I find it. I am planning on calling the Vet tomorrow and possibly going to get an x-ray. My friend on facebook told me to take her to the Vet to get an ETA of the "output." I laughed so hard. ETA. That's just funny.
Hopefully it will come out sooner rather than later. And if by chance I find it around the house, this will be a funny story to tell my children and grandchildren! HAHAHA.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Big Girl Job!
Well I finally got a job!!! I had an interview a few weeks ago (almost a month I think) at Bel Arbor Nursing home. The company is Integra Rehabilitation. The people seem VERY nice! I spoke with the CF who just finished at this same nursing home and she said it is wonderful and she has learned so much in her CF. I'm a little nervous about the location of the nursing home. The neighborhood is not what I'm used too, but Integra said they are getting ready to rebuild the entire nursing home in a more friendly location. So if I choose to stay with them after my CF and if they offer further employment, then I could work at this brand new nursing home. That excites me! In the mean time I am working at this location and at another called Cherry Blossom Nursing Center. I have never been to the second one, so I'm not sure what it's like.
I accepted the position on Monday before I left Cincinnati. I went back and forth trying to find the best offer and the best job for me. It ended up working out and now I have a job! I am incredibly nervous about it but at the same time I am anxious. I apply for state licensure on September 4th and the board will review my application on September 21st. If all goes well, then I am going to start employment on September 21st or 22nd. I really hope it goes well! I am BROKE and really need to start work!
I will keep you posted on how I like my job and how things are going!
On a side note: I am really going to miss coliseum. That is where I worked over the summer. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the hospital setting and really loved all my supervisors! I wish they had an open position to accommodate me, but maybe in the future I can work there! A hospital setting is definitely where I want to be!!!! I love acute care!
I accepted the position on Monday before I left Cincinnati. I went back and forth trying to find the best offer and the best job for me. It ended up working out and now I have a job! I am incredibly nervous about it but at the same time I am anxious. I apply for state licensure on September 4th and the board will review my application on September 21st. If all goes well, then I am going to start employment on September 21st or 22nd. I really hope it goes well! I am BROKE and really need to start work!
I will keep you posted on how I like my job and how things are going!
On a side note: I am really going to miss coliseum. That is where I worked over the summer. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the hospital setting and really loved all my supervisors! I wish they had an open position to accommodate me, but maybe in the future I can work there! A hospital setting is definitely where I want to be!!!! I love acute care!
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