RE: Daily writing prompt

Daily writing prompt

Is your life today what you pictured a year ago?

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I definitely had to respond to this daily writing prompt as I just realized the date is 12-17-2023.

As some may know, I was supposed to be completing the end of my 9th semester on this day. Unfortunately, due to personal circumstances, I was not able to successfully accomplish that. This year has been officially a year where I learned more about myself and I know I/we say that every year, but this year has definitely been a true an eye-opener and lesson for me.

Back to the prompt topic…

The way I pictured my life last year was nothing like how it’s going right now. I did not think I was going to be going to all of these doctors visits from the gastroenterologist, ENT doctor, even continuous visits with my PCP. I even honestly didn’t think that I would be doing this ALL ALONE without a partner by my side. However, I am very grateful I am regaining my mental & emotional independence, self-love, and worth (something I’ve lost throughout my years due to a toxic relationship).

I truly believe that God works in mysterious ways and everything that I have been through this year has made me wiser, stronger, and served it’s purpose in regards to my life. I’ve learned so much and I can truly sit here with the ability to reflect on what I’ve gone through and say that I LEARNED from these lessons. I see my mistakes. I see what I am capable of. I see how strong I am. I see that I don’t give up. I see that my prayer got stronger, too.

So, even though I pictured my life would be completely different from last year on 12-17-2022.

I am thankful for where I am today.

Drug Study Template

Hello Everyone,

I’m currently taking Pharmacology I right now & there is an overload of information to memorize! I didn’t think that it would be so difficult. I also thought I would be able to memorize everything, but that is just not the case. Haha. There are so many tools out there that you can use to remember the information easily, but not only do you have to know lab values, assessing the patient’s current state and condition, you have to know what medications to give the patient and why you are giving this medication to the patient even though a provider orders it, you still have to know yourself. It’s also important because we, as nursing students (or any healthcare worker who is able to administer meds) shouldn’t be administering any medication to a patient unless we are knowledgeable about the drug and it’s effects. Trust me, the patient will ask you what they are taking and why. However, we should be providing that information to them prior to administering the medication anyway.

With that being said, I had difficulty figuring out what method works for me. I am a hands-on and a visual learner (mostly hands-on), but I was just reading the information and trying to remember it. That did not work out how I wanted to and I even tried using index cards which was also a failure for me. So, I decided to just make my own Pharmacology Drug Study Template that way I am reading the material, writing the material on my guide, and I can read it back to myself (or others) utilizing the teach-back method.

I just wanted to share my template with you all and hopefully, it can help as well.

In the meantime, let me know how it works out for you, if I’m missing any information or what other tools you like to use!

Click below to download my template.

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New 2023 Planner!

Ever since I started school, I have been in a planner frenzy. I have bought all different types of planners from colorful to notebook sized to dual planners. However, this year if my last year of school and I just wanted something small, simple, and lightweight. Pretty much something that I can carry right in my hand and open it, jot down what I need to and continue on with my day!

I ordered this planner last night and received it today and just let me say, I absolutely adore it! So, if you’re feeling just like me and don’t need all the other extras then this is the planner for you! It also came with stickers and tabs, too. I’m so excited to start the new year and semester with this one! I’ll have it posted on my amazon storefront as well or you can click to check it out here!

PS: I also like my planners plain now because I like to sticker it up and use colorful highlighters and ink pens. 😉

#commissionsearned #amazonassociates

In the meantime, let me know what your favorite type of planner is!

New Items to Pretty Bird

Hi all,

As you may have also known, I run Pretty-Bird.com. I have items that are fulfilled personally by me (all items listed with Pretty Bird) & other items that are fulfilled via trusted third-parties. I have listed new items onto the Pretty-bird.com website & I am sharing my latest ordered item called the BRUNCH KISS dress. This is a dress that is perfect for the fall season & can be worn by itself or with a jacket. ❤

If you would like to see more photos, you’re more than welcome to email me marina@pretty-bird.com or visit pretty-bird.com for more.

Xo.

Future Posts & New Updates

Hello Everyone,

So, I finally started 6th semester! It is about that time! If you have read my previous posts then you will understand exactly why I feel this way. It has been quite the journey already, but with hard work & consistency then things will start to work in your favor.

A couple of classes to look forward to in sixth semester is Med-Surg, Mental Health, & Pharmacology. Due to my situation previously with 5th semester, I was able to take two 6th semester classes (Ethics & Legal Standards II and Evidenced-Based Practice II), so my schedule right now is a lighter compared to the others (but still consists of HEAVY content material to study & know). Clinical days have also increased this semester, as well as the class schedule, therefore time management is definitely key to surviving and making it through.

I also wanted to know what type of post would you like to see next from me?

Please, comment or take the poll & let me know! Xoxo!

Amazon Prime Day

Hey All,

As you may know Amazon Prime Day is here! In case you didn’t know, the days are set for July 12th and July 13th & you can save on so many deals which you can see by clicking here! So, if you don’t have a Prime membership already, feel free to sign up now & enjoy all of the benefits there is to offer.

Also, keep an eye out for new items that I will be adding to my storefront & future posts that I will be updating with all of my own recent finds!

Hope you enjoy!

Xo,

Marina Victoria

#commissionsearned

Everything New!

Hey loves,

It’s been a while since I last posted. A lot has been happening… more like, a lot of NEW changes! I just wanted to give a little quick update here. So, as some people may know, I started my first semester of nursing school January 2022. I passed all of my classes, however, I had to retake the entire Fundamentals class again because I did not pass the “Med Math” exam. I was really bummed out & upset because I did pass the class (assignments and exams) however, the med math literally put a stop to that.

Fast forward, I’m retaking fundamentals and taking two one-credit classes for sixth semester which is a good thing because I’ve heard that there are going to be a lot of classes once you are in sixth semester, so getting these two out the way just makes the load a little lighter! Also, having to retake a class sucks financially, but educationally, it can be a good thing since you’ll become extra familiar with the material and terms. I also started a new job at a new facility! Yayy to me!

On another note, I wanted to show off my new scrubs that I received from Med Couture. They are super comfy, true to size, & the material is softer than ever… and no, I’m not just saying that. I actually had tried Med Couture scrubs on before at a local scrub store, but I’m looking forward to purchasing more!

Check them out for yourselves!

School District Food Shortage

According to https://www.usda.gov/coronavirus/food-supply-chain, there is no current food shortage and within the Q&A section, there are programs to ensure that kids are receiving access to this food, but I’m in this CCSD group and they are complaining that their students/children are receiving limited items at lunch. Why are kids not receiving a full meal and why are they not prepared for situations like this? They had all of this food from outside resources to give away to families during the Pandemic.

Q: What is USDA doing to ensure access to food?

A: USDA is monitoring the situation closely in collaboration with our federal and state partners. FNS is ready to assist in the government-wide effort to ensure all Americans have access to food in times of need. In the event of an emergency or disaster situation, FNS programs are just one part of a much larger government-wide coordinated response. All our programs, including SNAP, WIC, and the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs, have flexibilities and contingencies built-in to allow us to respond to on-the-ground realities and take action as directed by Congress.Learn more about available FNS flexibilities to help ensure food access during the pandemic response, please visit: www.fns.usda.gov/disaster/pandemic.

#CCSD#LasVegas

Please, let me know what are your thoughts on this and are your kids going through the same situation?

New Post

Hi All,

I definitely have not been keeping up with this blog. However, I did end coffeeandstilettos.net and transformed it into http://www.pretty-bird.com which is just a small online boutique for women of all ages to purchase that is affordable as you can see (if you checked it out already). I read a lot about other sites who do not ship things on time or the communication isn’t there and working years of retail in the past, I’m big on customer service and loyalty therefore, I felt it was just a great idea to run this type of “business”. I have enrolled myself into other healthcare programs, so I did have to get focused a little within these last months until I’m back in a place where I can multitask with other endeavors.

As you may have known, I’ve been on the internet for YEARS before it was even “popular” and I’ve always been a pretty open and expressive person on and off the internet. I’ve always loved sharing ideas and advice… basically, just being able to help others and that’s what keeps me always coming back to this wordpress site because it’s something that I can’t do normally on regular social media sites like Facebook or Twitter. I really want to venture onto a mommy blog, but I haven’t quite figured out a specific niche that I wanted to do (Comment below for ideas). It is something that I’m going to keep working on! I’ll also continue to share products from my Amazon page, which has a lot of good recommendations for women especially mother’s. So, keep checking that out because I do a lot of shopping on Amazon for my kids and I like quality products for my buck & I’m sure you all do, too!

Anywho, if you’re still reading this, THANK YOU for continuing to read my post and have an amazing day!

Xoxo,

Marina Victoria.

Hello world!

Hello, Everyone!

For now, I will be sharing my thoughts and images with you on here instead of on Facebook.

xoxo,

Marina Victoria