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How Rare and Beautiful It Is
Yesterday while at work, I spent a significant amount of time talking to a family about the extremely important decisions they needed to make regarding their mothers care. I listened to them with my back turned, lean in close and tell their dying mother that her previously made decisions (to not be resuscitated) would most likely result in “you passing away mom, but we will make sure that you don’t feel any pain at all. And we promise we won’t leave your side.” All the while, I continued to scan medications and search for critical lab results and orders pertaining to her continued care. I didn’t fully realize the impact…
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Wearing Whatever Hats You Want
When I was younger, I always dreamed of being a stay-at home mom. I grew up in a home where my mother was a home maker (i.e. taxi driver, sleep over coordinator, master chef, Judge/Jury, teacher of all things, President of all committees, maid, protector.. – she wore ALL the hats). She was available to my sisters and I, at all times. Forgot our gym clothes at home? Call Mom. Didn’t get that permission form signed? Don’t worry, Mom can come up to school and sign it. Need a ride to the football game? Mom’s got it. It was wonderful and special and I knew I wanted to raise my…
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Who I am & Why I Decided To Start a Blog
Hello! For those of you who don’t know me, my name is Jessi. I am 25 years old and live in Cypress, Texas with my husband, Zach, and my two fur babies, Cooper (the dachshund) and Gauge (the lab). I am a registered nurse and have been working in a general adult intensive care unit for a little over three years. Zach is a high school baseball coach and P.E./Health teacher. I was an athlete growing up and have a passion for health and fitness, as well as finding a way to allow my love for food (clean and carby kinds alike) to fit into my everyday lifestyle. My husband and…