2019 is here. I started my year by doing an Urgent Care shift on New Years Day. It was not quite as busy as I expected; most of the shifts I've done around the holidays were high-volume, with lots of flu, other respiratory infections, and lacerations sustained while cooking holiday meals. New Years Day was a little slower on the illnesses, but the acuity of the injuries was high. That's what happens when alcohol is a big part of celebrating a holiday, I guess- injuries fro

It's suddenly really cold here! It feels like winter, and it seems like flu season is starting. Ugh- how did that happen? Not only that, but I can't stand to turn on the TV because there's a negative political ad on every other minute. Oh well- avoiding the toxicity and also getting my flu shot were all part of the plan to take care of myself. I'm trying. Some days are better than others. Trying to stay away from unnecessary drama and bad energy. How about you? The pr

The first day of Fall is almost here. I'm still like a kid when it comes to the seasons. Fall is the beginning- the excitement of new beginnings, the first day of school (well, yeah, the first day is exciting and then it gets old pretty quickly, but still)... out with the heat and humidity and in with the cool, crisp air. The leaves will turn all those pretty colors and start twirling to the ground. My birthday and our anniversary come up soon...Yes, I think Autumn is my