I just realized that I haven't written since Halloween and so much has happened. First and foremost, I'm working on being a "Better Me." I had found a lump to my left breast and after significant ultrasound testing and a series of mammograms it turned out to be a "lymph node." However, for about 30 minutes of unknowing what the tests showed, I was completely horrified. Tons of emotions and "cancer" scenarios were running through my head. What if I have cancer? What will I do? How will I manage? Thankfully, I had my mom and Bill with me for support. I realized no matter how old I get or how strong I feel, or how independent I am, I will always NEED my mom. She's a constant rock and by far the most AMAZING person I know.
Along with that scare came the realization that maybe I'm not the most compassionate and/or caring nurse I could be. Now, I'm working hard to change that, be more compassionate, treat patients with more respect, quell their fears of coming to the ER. If I can just be that one person that makes them feel more secure and less scared I will know that I have made just a hint of difference!
I feel it's fitting this Thanksgiving that I'm working on a bettter me. I have so much to be thankful for and I'm so incredibly blessed to have this amazing life. I need to enjoy it.
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