I haven't posted in ages but today was my last day of work at PMA. Had a lovely little send off by my co-workers. The bestest CFO ever, Carolyn, made me my favorite cake - Pineapple Upside Down Cake. It was AWESOME! I got a giant flower balloon, a nice card and a kick ass stethoscope. It's a purple Littman electronic doohickie - crazy! I'm going to take some time to play with it tomorrow and see what that puppy can do!
Just to recap what's gone on over the past month:
- I finally got my EMT certification to work in the state of California.
- I attended my school orientation and survived the "ice breakers" and purchasing some of my books to the tune of $800.
- "Camping" down near Bakersfield - story to follow and it's a good one
- Finishing (finally) my second Clapotis
- Hitting Vegas for a fabulous Girl's Weekend with Emilie & Lori (I won $500 on the slot machines!)
Upcoming items I'm looking forward to during my break are:
- Outside Lands Festival (provided we get off our arses & get tickets)
- Camping in Lassen
- Momma coming to visit!
- Attending a friend's wedding
- Getting my life in order - house, school notes, study space, all of it!
Today was a bit bittersweet. It's the first time I've left a job on good terms. That is I haven't been laid off or so incredibly unhappy I was about to chew off my arm. PMA was a terrific company to work for. I couldn't have landed at a better spot when we arrived in California. It was truly like working with family. I have made some life long friends and will treasure many memories. Not that it was all sunshine and roses but I wouldn't trade the experience for a million bucks!
So, to PMA, I'll miss you something fierce. Thank you everyone for all the support you have shown me as I pursue my dream of nursing school. Everyone has been incredibly positive and I think I've heard the phrase "You'll make a terrific" nurse more than I've heard my own name! Love to you all!
