a job-finally

Actually 2 jobs. After a couple interviews, several pros/cons lists, and many phone calls I have finally decided. I have always loved working in pediatrics but following my last rotation in outpatient spinal cord rehab I was a bit torn. All my past experiences in neuro rehab have been great and I feel they are intriguing and challenging, both of which are good qualities to start a career. It was recommended that I work in acute neuro rehab (associated with hospitals-the step after discharge from inpatient) and there are 2 in the valley that specialize in spinal cord injury. I got the best of both worlds as there was an opening for an acute neuro pediatric position. With this decision I gave up a hefty sign-on bonus, higher salaries, weekends, and holidays. However, it is a part-time position so I also get the chance to work in home-health pediatrics with a great company and mentorship. Here's for hoping everything works out.

Summer Fun

One of the most beautiful places I have ever been! A group of us hiked havasupi (in the grand canyon) in July. It's a 10 mile hike in and out, but worth every step and blister. The group, consisting of my brother, boyfriend, and great friends had a great time camping, hiking, and playing in the falls and rivers along the canyon tributary.








The adventurous hike to Mooney falls. (Havasu falls pictured above)

The boys bought a boat!

yes, we jumped!


Between clincals and finishing research I have found some time to have some fun. Haven't been great at keeping my camera close, but thanks to friends I have a couple pics to show some fun in the AZ heat.

Big Events!

Some big news to start out this blog...my 3 year run in PT school is now finished and you can call me doctor. Still have a big national licensing exam coming, which I am studying 8 hours a day for, but nonetheless finished with a big part of it. Graduation date was Aug. 2, which unfortunatelly coinsided with Troy's big birthday. He was a good sport about sharing his day with friends along with my family who all came to celebrate with me. Celebration pictures to follow.