I went skiing today. It was fun. Didn't go too far, like 30 miles away. Spring Mountain or something. The powder was pretty icy in spots, a little softer at other points. I only fell down once, just before I was getting onto the ski lift the first time. I guess the little path to the chairs was icy and I wasn't expecting it. I did the splits (but got out with help) coming off of a ski lift. I'm sure none of my trips off of the lift chairs were reasonable, but I managed to stay up. Even went down another hill later. I was scared out of my mind since the skis didn't slow down for me.
I went with my friend Abhijit. Met his girlfriend, Kristen, and two more of his friends (married couple). Kristen hurt her knee at some point (not terribly, just a bruise). The female of the couple (Livia?) fell a few times but ended up seeming to have an okay time. She stayed very slow the whole time. I forget the guys's name, but he became ill. Initially, he was a really really bad skiier. He fell down almost every time during the beginners lesson. He never made it far without falling. Then, he got a headache, and went to lie down. Then spent some time throwing up. After we left, they dropped me off home, and he still needed to stop to throw up. I'm sure he'll be fine, but I feel bad his experience was so terrible.
I figure my knees will bug me, and my wrists from a few moments with the poles. My shins are sore from the boots. But, no falls (except that first little one) so I think I'm only going to be a little sore tomorrow, rather than bedridden. It is not too late, but I could definitly use some sleep.
posted by Shyrie at 6:27 PM
I'm realizing that I've only got about 7.5 weeks of work left! I believe a new woman will be replacing me in early February. People have spoken highly of her, but I really don't know any details. I just keep thinking that there are only 7 weeks left, and I'll only have four weeks to organize myself and train her. There are 6 years of protocols running through my head. I still find it amazing that I've been there over 6 years. There is still stuff that needs to get done, and stuff that I will be doing until I leave. It'll just be weird leaving. I've known some of those people since I was hired! Many people have joined, and fewer have left (our lab keeps getting larger).
But, I think it's a good time in my life to move on.
Nursing school will be a crazy challenge. The 21-23 credit semesters scares the crap outta me. Knowing that I was never good at taking more than 3 or 4 classes at a time makes me nervous, since I'll be taking like 6! But, I also think that my study and learning skills have improved with age. The last few classes I've taken, I did well in (5 A's, 1 B). I've been studying the NCLEX study guide, and have recently moved on to Calculating With Confidence (where I learn about the Apothecary system of measuring - grains, drams). I'm hoping I don't get too "weird" for school. But, I've probably mellowed with age.
And, I got 2 T-shirts in the mail today!!
http://clango.myshopify.com/products/cherry-pi-shirt
http://clango.myshopify.com/products/m-c-menses-shirt
They're both a bit on the tight side. I guess more reasons to lose more weight! I really do miss wearing tight t-shirts (and not having them show off extra love handles).
posted by Shyrie at 7:54 PM 