After spending 6 hours working at the hospital, I had to dig out the snow from around my car so I could leave. I never thought that keeping a shovel in my car would be necessary. Apparently I need to invest in one to make my life a little easier.

I began my first week back at Southern Maine Medical Center in Biddeford, ME for my clinical rotation. This week was off to a blustery winter start. I experienced testing my ABS in my car for the first time as I nearly slid into the middle of an intersection. That definitely got my heart going! I have seen more snow in the past week then I have seen in my entire life!

Clinical is off to a slow start, but a good one. I completed a rotation in the summer at the same location and I have been greeted with another warm welcome. I had the opportunity to go meet with a patient and that was a very exciting experience! I can't wait to do more!

Aside from working with patients and learning more about the hospital setting, I was also introduced to walking down hallways where people are grieving for a lost loved one. This really opened my eyes to what a dark and depressing place a hospital can be. I am so grateful for the life that God has blessed me with and for keeping my friends and family healthy, happy and safe.