danielle the "almost-nurse"

Sheesh, so it has been a while since I've last posted. I must admit, I had been feeling a bit uninspired. Exams aren't fun and psychology wasn't too interesting. However, with my new job beginning this past Tuesday, I feel as if I have so much to share! So here is a bit for now.

As you may or may not know, I am a Home Care Aide for seniors living at a home here in town. I get to wear scrubs, comfy runners, and yank my hair into a bun every morning. I can ride my retro bike to work every morning, and even get a free meal. All is well.

It is true that they say - nursing isn't for wimps. It most certainly isn't. Although I am not a nurse at the moment, what I am doing is as close as I can get. My shifts are crammed with caring for residents and their various ailments, getting them ready for the day, and organizing/giving out their medication.

If I have ever doubted my capacity to care, I now know that my heart is very much capable. It takes an extraordinary amount love to truly care for people, more than I had anticipated. Some residents are forgotten, neglected, or just left to be. Some residents have been betrayed by their own bodies but still retain a mind as quick as can be. Although I have just begun, my heart strings have been pulled for these people.

My mind is swimming with what I've learned, so this is all I will write for now. But I can say for sure that I will post soon with more stories! Cheers,

D.