My "end of rotations" countdown is currently at 58 days! I can't believe how fast time is going. Only four rotations left after Friday. It's just as exciting to think about graduation as it is scary. I am still looking for a job in Iowa, hopefully eastern Iowa. At this point, I'm not even being picky about what I will take, unless only considering small animal jobs is considered picky. It's not that I'm getting interview but no offers... there really just isn't any jobs out that to interview for. One job wanted a person with orthopedic surgery experience --- not me. One job wanted a person that could start sooner than May --- not me. The job I am currently applying for sounds like me, but we shall see. There are many people in my class in the same boat so I'm trying not to panic about the situation.
The other task I have right now is selling my trailer. Lots of visits but no offers yet. I'm hopeful about this weekend. I'll have mixed feelings about signing the trailer over to a new person. They better take care of it! I built some great memories here and I know the next person will as well. When I see the incoming class (when they view the trailer), it's crazy to think what they have ahead of them. All those labs and tests and late nights of studying! AHHH! I'm glad I'm moving onto a new phase in my life but I'm so thankful for the four years I've had here.
Another day of derm tomorrow. Then oncology. Then small animal medicine (for the third time). Then necropsy. Then public health. Just have to take it day by day at this point and keep trying to build a future. If I do end up finding a job, I have a list forming of things I want to purchase as graduation presents for myself (is that bad?!?)
1) Apple Ipad (2nd generation-- to be released)
2) Trip for two to Houston, Texas
3) Weekend in Chicago if Houston isn't affordable
Must find a job!
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Saturday, February 5, 2011
77 Days Left
So I haven't written anything for a very long time. There were times when I sat down to write but couldn't find the energy to put my thoughts into words. There was actually one time when I began to write and then deleted the entry. There really isn't any particular reason why I haven't written anything for awhile. It definitely hasn't been due to lack of material to write about. I never even wrote about finding out that I passed boards. The results came early so it's a bit hard to believe that it's true -- but, the results are true and I did pass. Thank you to all those who wished me good luck on the big test day!
Sometimes the positive things like passing boards get pushed aside when rotations get crazy. I'm currently on a very busy rotation that has long hours and a large amount of patient care. I enjoy spending time with my patients and getting to know the owners. I've been fortunate to have nice dogs and nice dog-parents. No bite wounds for me in the past three weeks. Unfortunately, some of my rotation-mates have not been so lucky. Some dogs can be quite unhappy in the hospital and lash out at the nicest people. I was so exhausted Friday night after another 13 hour day but I came home to a pleasant surprise. Nate had dinner on the table with a bottle of wine and orange roses to accompany it. I'm so thankful to have his support. I wouldn't be able to get through the past three weeks without him.
Tonight I'm enjoying a little relaxation. I hope everyone has a chance to relax a bit now and then. Life can get so crazy. Always something to worry about. I try very hard not to let my worries overcome me. Worrying about finding a job in Iowa City or starting an actual career could really be a full-time job. As long as I keep looking and blanketing the area with my resume, I feel like I'm doing all I can do. If I focus on things like orange roses and nights of relaxation, I'll keep my head on straight and not go insane with worrying.
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