So Many Changes

I havn't been so good about blogging lately....so many changes! I find as I grow older that each change ripples my world a little stronger than the last. You'd think that as you age, you'd become more accustomed to change and better able to "go with the flow." I go with the flow, but have a harder time enjoying the view along the ride. This past week, made huge change and left WakeMed after almost 6 years. Talk about hard. I love WakeMed! I love the people I served with and the people I served. What I did, matched my heart. Each day I felt that I was doing what the Lord wanted me to do, that I was learning and growing, and that I was making a difference. Nursing is so much more than a career. For those nurses who "don't get that," it's sad. Several months ago, an opportunity presented itself at a time when I was not needing anymore change in my life. Usually, the Lord speaks in small whispers...this was so much more than that. I just knew it was something I had to look into. I spent so much time questioning the timing of this change, but the reason for the change just kept becoming clearer. So, I find myself starting over again at a new hospital. I'm anxious to feel my feet on solid ground again. Leaving my dear friends at Wake was like losing a limb. I look forward to new friends and new opportunties to serve. I'm surrounded by truly amazing coworkers at my new place of employment.

Melissa - doing so much better. Each day since the beginning of the year has been better. She smiles all of the time now. Melissa started in a new school with a much smaller student population - it seems this is a good match for her right now. Melissa also has braces now. She went for a consultation and when it was finished she asked the orthodontist if he could put the braces on right then and there. So .... he took advantage of her willingness to have braces and put them on that day. She did great, although she tried to peel them off later that night. We're past the ouchy part and she's adjusted to the feel of braces.

Katie: Should we just call her Katie Bieber?? She's a member of the Justin Bieber fan club....I call him Justin Boobie head. Of course she doesn't like any silly comments about the love of her life!

Nicolas: He has been so sick for the last 2 months: strep, bronchitis, and the flu. Poor guy! He's starting to feel more energy. Hopefully, he'll get through the nasty pollen that's on its way.

Cory: playing basketball as usual and enduring the endless torment of being 16 and surrounded by annoying family....my heart breaks for him :)

Grandbabies: Growing fast and both are so sweet. Kylie spent 5 days with us. She was sick the entire time...came to us with a severe cold and ear infection. She started feeling better the morning she left. It was hard for Brian not having any quality time with her...all she did was cry for 5 days. Poor baby. Abigail is almost ready to walk. Kylie is walking well.

My sister is visiting from California. It's been a joy to have her here even though I'm totally occupied with the change in employment and school. *I only have through December before I graduate....the end is in sight!!!!

Enjoy the photos.