I am in my last week of orientation! Some days I feel completely capable and other nights I feel way out of my league. I am thankful for my coworkers and know that I will be encouraged and assisted well after orientation is over.
We have had some incredible days out here in Boston. Lots of snow and cold days have made it feel like winter! Slipping and sliding along the streets has been fun and I have been enjoying my time in the city. In the snow, I've gotten to explore the Museum of Science, walk along the esplanade, and enjoy the beauty of Boston.
We had an amazing MLK day up here at King's alma mater, BU, yesterday! Paul Farmer of Partners in Health was the keynote speaker and did a good job reminding us of what MLK was about while making ties to president-elect Obama. I'm thankful that I could be there on the eve of such a big day in American history!
As changes take place in DC and the United States, I'll be taking on my new role as a nurse without a preceptor! I'm also figuring out how to work night shift and keep getting my groceries, and making friends during "normal hours". I'm glad the weeks are going by quickly, but I'm also hoping that they slow down a little bit and that I can enjoy each day and take the opportunities that present themselves!
