I am in this role as a Dietetic Intern, and not that this is a new realization, but I have been reminded over and over that I am in a field saturated with Type A, perfectionist, OCD women*. It's a bit overwhelming at times - everyone seems to have it totally together, a career plan firmly in tact and a clear vision as to where they are headed. Exhausting.
My plan all along has been to complete this internship, sit for my boards, become an RD, and then transition to get my masters in Nursing. I would be crazy amounts of marketable, be extremely effective in medical missions and be able to pass along my passion for nutrition through the validity of being a Nurse Practitioner. Seems like a error proof plan - right?
I am 8 weeks into this program (unbelievable!) and I am starting to question, well, EVERYTHING! And depending upon the day - no scratch that. Depending on the hour the direction I feel I should go changes. I love clinical. I hate clinical. I'm in the right field. I couldn't have picked a less appropriate field for me... (you see the stressed Type A personality coming out?? Yeah!)
When I'm able to sit down and think, it is clear to me that this is the very reason this internship exists and why we are forced to tread through it. It's challenging and stressful but it makes you value where you are.
I was talking to my dad not to long ago, and after I was through with my rant about going from having a foul proof plan to having no idea where on earth I was headed, he plainly reminded me that my lot has already been made secure. God has this map already planned out - all I have to do is watch for his hand and his guidance and He will lead me straight there. What a stress reliever! I am not asked to plan the route or even know the destination - just be willing to jump in the car!
Excerpts of Psalm 16
Keep me safe, O God,
for in you I take refuge.
I said to the LORD, "You are my Lord;
apart from you I have no good thing."
...
LORD, you have assigned me my portion and my cup;
you have made my lot secure.
The boundary lines have fallen for me in pleasant places;
surely I have a delightful inheritance.
I will praise the LORD, who counsels me;
even at night my heart instructs me.
I have set the LORD always before me.
Because he is at my right hand,
I will not be shaken.
...
You have made known to me the path of life;
you will fill me with joy in your presence,
with eternal pleasures at your right hand.
Here is to enjoying the ride! :)
*Way over generalization. Not all RD's qualify. Please, no offense taken!
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
The last few weeks have been crammed with lots of excitement!
Of most importance, my (not so) little brother got engaged! Still so hard to believe! I'm excited about having a sister for the first time and inviting a wonderful young lady into the family! Congrats Richard and Callie!
My High School Alma mater (Westbury Christian School) put on an awesome event (of which my family was actively involved) - Charlie Ward's Evening of Excellence featuring Tony Dungy. It was an awesome afternoon! It was wonderful to see so many people I hadn't seen in so long, lots of celebrity guests, and most of all a huge success for the school!
This past weekend I was able to get a long weekend off from my Dietetic Internship (Residency) and went home and hung out in Galveston with the family! We had such a good time and it was so nice to get a breather! (Not that I could completely walk away from hospital work, but doing so in a hammock on the beach is just so so much more pleasant!)
Fall is on it's way in and this reprieve from a month of 100+ degree days straight is much welcomed! I am getting more and more acclimated to Dallas (and hospital) life, and I have several things to look forward to in the not too distant future (friends to visits and events to attend) - life just seems pretty good!
Through these times were life is good, it is often easy to get caught up in the fun and excitement and forget where these great blessings come from. Conversely, when times are rough and things are not coming easily, I am usually quick to question, blame and be angry with God for not keeping my path smooth.
For this reason, this week I pray that God keep my life continually balanced with both blessings and trials; trials so that I can be constantly reminded that I am in need of his help and strength, and blessings to be reminded of his power and love for me.
Of most importance, my (not so) little brother got engaged! Still so hard to believe! I'm excited about having a sister for the first time and inviting a wonderful young lady into the family! Congrats Richard and Callie!
My High School Alma mater (Westbury Christian School) put on an awesome event (of which my family was actively involved) - Charlie Ward's Evening of Excellence featuring Tony Dungy. It was an awesome afternoon! It was wonderful to see so many people I hadn't seen in so long, lots of celebrity guests, and most of all a huge success for the school!
This past weekend I was able to get a long weekend off from my Dietetic Internship (Residency) and went home and hung out in Galveston with the family! We had such a good time and it was so nice to get a breather! (Not that I could completely walk away from hospital work, but doing so in a hammock on the beach is just so so much more pleasant!)
Fall is on it's way in and this reprieve from a month of 100+ degree days straight is much welcomed! I am getting more and more acclimated to Dallas (and hospital) life, and I have several things to look forward to in the not too distant future (friends to visits and events to attend) - life just seems pretty good!
Through these times were life is good, it is often easy to get caught up in the fun and excitement and forget where these great blessings come from. Conversely, when times are rough and things are not coming easily, I am usually quick to question, blame and be angry with God for not keeping my path smooth.
For this reason, this week I pray that God keep my life continually balanced with both blessings and trials; trials so that I can be constantly reminded that I am in need of his help and strength, and blessings to be reminded of his power and love for me.
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