September 27, 2015

Hey Chris! (I got your letter with your pictures)

What's up? Hopefully not your speed..lol.  I am sorry to hear that you have had 2 tickets.  I am even more sorry about the insurance rates you will have to pay when you get home and start driving a car.  All I can say is…it sucks to be you!  On a lighter note…DON’T SPEED!!! it kills people.  You are better off late than dead.  Nothing is worth speeding.  I am not mad, really, but I felt as your mother, I had to give you a bad time. :)

It has been a busy week.  I am trying to be real positive, I doubt it will last long.  ha,ha.  Anyhow, I am so sorry that I forgot to write last week.  I have been off of my "game".  I think it is the stupid cold that Ryan gave me.  Wednesday, I went to the Dr only to discover I have a sinus infection, an ear infection AND bronchitis.  No wonder why I have been in a fog.  I am on antibiotics.  I feel better, but not great.  I have a sneaking suspicion that I caught another virus on top of the old virus and infection.  Oh well, that is life.

Monday was not a fun night at clinical.  I took care of a man who had part of his lung removed.  He was awesome!  I was amazed at how well he was recovering.  Before we give medications, we have to know all about the medication--no big deal right?  Anyhow, my instructor has to be with me to give the medications.  I pulled out tylenol for my guy and waited for my instructor…for a LONG time!  Anyhow, I accidently only pulled 1 tylenol instead of 2.  She told me that I was not safe and that I owed her a paper on medication safety.  Ok, I screwed up, but I didn't think I was that unsafe!!!  Later in the evening, we had to hang an antibiotic on an IV line.  She asked a bunch of questions. I answered them all correctly except 1.  On a side note, I have given this medication with her several times and she has never asked all these questions.  She made me look up the answer--no biggy.  Then when we got in the patient's room, she noticed there was something else running on the IV.  I told her it was compatible with the antibiotic.  She asked me how I knew that.  I told her that I looked it up (which I did).  I guess she didn't believe me, but she told me to show her.  I did it, but it upset me.  It was totally uncalled for in front of the patient!  Anyhow, afterwards, she told me that earlier with the Tylenol, I scared her and I was unsafe.  That really upset me, but I kept doing what I had to.  I ended up crying the whole way home. I guess that is life.

Now the positive part about that story--ok, I keep trying to convince myself there is a positive.  I think this instructor has higher expectations for me.  I will not make the tylenol mistake again.  I will know even more about the medication I am giving.  In other words, this will make me a better nurse.  Do I think she should have gone about it differently--probably, but this is her style and it is alright!

Tuesday, I got to go to what is called the Cath lab.  They put catheters either through the groin or wrist (in the artery) and look at the heart to see if there are any blocks.  It was so cool to watch!  I am amazed at the heart. It is amazing that we are able to have this technology that saves lives!  The people there were awesome.  Best of all, when we are on an out rotation, the instructor doesn't bother us…woo hoo! ;)

I have a test on Thursday, so any extra prayers would be appreciated!  I don't seem to be studying the right stuff, or I am just too stressed and nothing is going in..ha,ha

Grandpa is getting married…yep, you heard it.  He met her online and then met her in New Mexico for 4 days (she was there for a wedding).  They both "Fell in love".  Maybe I should say "Tripped in Love"  either way, she if flying out here to marry him (she is from back east somewhere) to start a new life.  She will be here October 12. I guess they plan on getting married that first day.  I just shake my head and roll my eyes.  I can say that the good thing is that she is a member and attends the temple regularly.  AND…gpa seems very happy. I guess I can't ask for more than that. On a sour note, the will be living with us until Ryans wedding…ugh!

So, I got called out of church today.  Actually, Linda tried to call while I was conducting the opening and sacrament songs.  When I went to sit down, dad showed it to me.  Then I got a text from Linda's phone that said "I think my mom took too much medication".  Needless to say, I left sacrament and called Jason.  He told me that his mom was really confused and acting strange.  I had him count how many breaths she was taking in a minute.  He said "about 9 or 10, but she keeps holding her breath".  That is BAD news.  She was going into respiratory arrest.  I told him that he needed to call 911.  He said he didn't think it was that bad.  I ended up pulling Jenni out of church and had her go.  I told her when she got there to call 911.  Jenni said that she was BAD!  The ambulance came.  I guess she thought the year was 1966 or 1967.  Totally confused.  I guess her pupils were dilated and non reactive (in other words, more bad news).  She thought her pain pills (oxycotin) were ibuprofen and she took 4 at once.  Who knows how many she took before that…She is currently still at the hospital.  They are considering admitting her.  I just hope this doesn't make her even weirder (if that is possible).  I have to say that I feel a little guilty.  She called like 6 times yesterday and I just was not up to talking with her--so I ignored her.  I'm such a bad sister.  Anyhow, at least I was able to get her some help.  I will have to keep you posted on that.

Did you ever find out what your zip code is?  I really need to send you a box for your birthday.  Also, with my brain so fried, I need you to tell me exactly what you want--then I can chose what to get you. :)  I will try to find it on Amazon so that I can ship it 2 day air to you.  If you would prefer that I send it to a member, just let me know what their address is.

There was a boy passing the sacrament (the younger Webb boy).  He reminded me of you soooo much!!!  The way he moved, his jestures, etc.  I had to fight back the tears!  I think you had more of an influence on the young men here in the ward than what you think. 

Here are some pictures :)

So, I have to add this one.  This is his "I'm pooping" picture…

We will mail one of these to you, but I thought you might like to see it.

So, Tiffany has a new boyfriend.  His name is Nathan Gno (not sure of that last name spelling).  He is Vietnamese--a VERY nice boy!  There is a problem…he is not a member.  He has gone to a youth activity.  He even asked her for a Book of Mormon.  She gave him one.  I have given her the "you marry who you date" lecture.  They are not "officially" going out.  He would like to.  She is not sure she would like to risk losing a friendship over it.  I have a feeling that she will end up going out with him.  Who knows, maybe he will be interested in church and eventually want to join.

Well, even though I don't want to, I really need to start studying….YUK.  I sure love you.  I know I shouldn't say it, but I do miss you!  Always remember who you are!  Mind your p's and q's.  BE STRICTLY OBEDIENT!!! Know that I love you beyond measure and that I am praying for your safety and success!

Love ALWAYS!

Mom