40 Days of Blessings

Day 20: 313 East Bay & The Section Quartet


My apartment is becoming more "homey" with each new day :) Currently in search for a light fixture that resembles a chandelier for my bedroom. I am adamant about having eco-friendly lighting in my new apartment; however, these spiral bulbs are a tad large for the current fixtures I have and stick out like a sore thumb at the moment. BUT, no need to give up hope! 


So, what have I decided? I'm ditching the light cover that came with the place with hopes to find a chandelier-like cover that will accommodate energy saving light bulbs! My idea: using beads to make my own light fixture that will hide my eco-friendly bulb while giving off a nice shimmer to my room. Attention: Lindsey Howd Rohling! Any ideas, in addition to the latter? Would love your input :)


That said, here are some pictures of the new place. Talk about location, friends! Walking distance to the best of downtown! Do come visit!


313 East Bay St. Apt F - Charleston, SC

Looking into the Living Room

Yard-Sale Find After a Run :)

My Bedroom (envision future chandelier directly above)

Bedroom View from Kitchen Area

My Kitchen - Just Cooked A Dinner For My Friends Last Night :)

The Washer & Dryer OR Storage Space
(Note old light cover on washer)

The Table Andres Found on The Street For Me!
Table Decorations Compliments of KSR :)

Closet Space & View to Bathroom

Living Room Area & Front Entrance
Dad: There are 4 Locks on that Door!

Old Couch Couldn't Fit...New Addition, Thanks to K. Whitlock!

My "Audrey Hepburn" Bathroom
Look At That Tile!

Hope you enjoyed the virtual tour! It's on the second floor and backs up to a 1930's upright house downtown. There are 6 of us that live in the "carriage house," each with our own quarters :) Private parking in the back and Pineapple fixtures to welcome you home every night. Dog park across the way and walking distance to all my favorite places. Perfection. 

Heard this song today and found it fitting for my apartment's life and history. Kudos to those of you who can identify the original band & song that The Section Quartet is covering. No cheating, studs. Listen closely :) John-Mark, you should know this!


Come visit me! On a side note, half way through the Lenten season & still chocolate free. It's been tough. Hope you've enjoyed "40 Days of Blessings" so far. Love you all!

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Day 19: Good Company & Ingrid Michaelson


Spent yesterday doing errands around East Bay, stopping in the local hardware store to purchase some energy-friendly light bulbs and later meeting one of the owners of The Vegetable Bin where I picked up a few things for Wednesday night's dinner. It was a fun day that ended in cooking dinner for my friends in my snug apartment kitchen. 


Dinner menu? "Stop & Go" stuffed bell peppers with my mom's "yellow rice" and a glass of wine to top it off (compliments of Amy & Ankur). Loved having everyone over. Blessed with wonderful friends wherever I go. 

Closed the night hand-washing the dishes & eating Macroons with Andres. Thought Ingrid Michaelson was fitting for such an easy evening with such cool individuals. Hope everyone had a great Wednesday.

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Day 18: Roof Over My Head & "Pickup Truck"


Enjoying my new apartment in Charleston. I've managed to already become quite the clutter bug...using my washer and dryers for storage at the moment due to limited storage space! HOWEVER, I really do love it in its entirety...maybe not the "palmetto bugs" that make the occasional visit every now and then, but this place is definitely growing on me. Hope to update pictures soon :)

Watching Nelson nap on my pillows, feeling stuffed after a good dinner and listening to Kings of Leon while I continue to unpack my suitcases. Happy and enjoying "Pickup Truck" as the night unfolds. Good night.  

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Dearest friends -


For those of you who keep up with Elephants Gerald, I apologize for my absence and for seeming as if I had given up on my Lenten promise. This past week was a crazy blur as I was wrapping up my first rotation at Siskin. The week was comprised of caring for patients, completing discharges, planning my CI's birthday celebration, preparing for my final evaluation and getting ready for my job interview with Siskin on Friday. Busy, busy week, but I will say that I was sad to leave work that last afternoon. I made such wonderful friendships during my stay at Siskin...Most definitely would consider working there in the future. Great experience & great memories. 


In closing my "Chattanooga Chapter," I cancelled my Comcast contract (internet + cable) in preparation for my move back to Charleston this past weekend; hence, my disconnect from the worldwide web and my lack of blog "updates." In wishing to still share my "small" blessings with all of you, I have listed them below for your reading. I hope to return to blogging on a daily basis starting tomorrow. I miss you all and wish you well. For those moving to their second FW location, safe travels and good rest the next 2 weeks!


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Day 14: Chattanooga Cupcakes + Good Friends

Blessed with sweet desserts and time with new friends Thursday afternoon following a busy day at work. In completing my rotation at Siskin, I had the privilege of meeting two other OT students who were the root of my sanity when things got rough. Spent the afternoon eating pizza at Lupis while diving into some much needed "girl talk." Ended our outing grabbing the best cupcakes in town. The yummiest of flavors? Strawberry! If you're ever in Chattanooga, check out Chattanooga Cupcakes on Broad :)

Day 15: "Hope" and Becky Coode

My CI, Becky Coode, presented me with the Willow Tree Angel of Hope on my last day of fieldwork. She told me to never stop believing in miracles and to always instill hope in others no matter what life obstacle they may be facing. I learned a lot from her during my 12 weeks at Siskin and hope that I absorbed some of her strength & knowledge while I was there. Having a CI who cares as much as she does for her students' growth makes a world of difference; it was truly encouraging to work by her. 

Day 16: "Partyfinder"

Around 10:00 PM on Friday, I finally realized that no matter how many times I rearranged my car, there would be no fitting even half of my belongings in the Eclipse to make the trip back to Charleston that next morning. Long story short, the "partyfinder" made its way from Florida all the way to Chattanooga to help me with my pack rat ways and move me back to the city I love most. Back in Charleston, unpacking little-by-little and enjoying dinners in my snug kitchen for two. Thank you, Phil!

Day 17: Rain in Charleston

Not the sunny weather I was hoping for upon my return to Charleston, but not minding the rain that has showered the entire East coast this Monday. Definitely made my errands interesting, but happy to put my rain boots to good use! Finally home! Let the rain bring on a fresh start :)

Got some help for today's song: "Carolina" by Matt Wertz. Back in Charleston, my sweet Carolina! Enjoy, my friends!

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Day 13: My Patient & Lifehouse


I have an incredible patient that I have been working with for the last two weeks who I now consider a dear friend. His admitting diagnosis was a "T3-T7 laminectomy," but there was much more to his story than I knew of before that initial evaluation. 


This man is a husband, a father and a grandfather to 2 kids he adores. He is 64YO, retired and loves caring for his 2 pups back home. He has a strong spirit, is always smiling and never gives you below 110% during any treatment session. He is motivated, always ready to learn and can make you laugh at a drop of a hat. 


It gives me energy and hope to be a part of his treatment team and I am so thankful that I met him when I did. He is an absolute blessing and an angel in my eyes. It was an honor to get to know him and it breaks my heart to know that he will not be with us much longer.


It took me a while to understand that; the words, "not be with us much longer." The fact that there was an "end" to someone so great, so kind, so driven was beyond me. Something I did not process when I completed my first chart review a few weeks ago. His admitting diagnosis was trivial when I finally discovered that his cancer had come back and that he was not going to get any better. 


The last few days have been hard. We have cried several times together this week but somehow always part in laughter. I hate that I am leaving tomorrow; that I will not be there to send him off when he heads back home next week, but I know God is watching over him and his family. 


I can't seem to get his face out of my mind this evening; he makes this experience and this profession worth pursuing, no matter how much it will hurt when I learn of his departure. He has been a blessing as he has taught me so much during the last few weeks: not to sweat the small stuff, to laugh and laugh often, to relax and enjoy life and tell those you care for that you love them every chance you get. 


Today was hard as he was extremely fatigued and not able to participate in his therapy sessions; that was not like him, because he never wanted you to see him or view him as weak. However, having seen him this way, it became clear that it was time for him to go home. We discussed his discharge plan this afternoon and decided that getting him home as soon as possible would be best for him and his family. 


He will always be a part of me, that is for sure. I will never forget how it felt after he was able to transfer from his wheelchair to his bed (uphill) using a slide board with min assist. He was diagnosed with spinal mets & presented similarly to a SCI patient; paralysis in his legs and minimal strength in his arms. Transferring him that first day took 2 people with all the gusto we had. The look on his face when he realized we had accomplished that same transfer with just me and him was beyond exciting. He said, "Hot dog! That was just you and me on that one!" We were inseparable after that. 


Tonight, I dedicate "You and Me" to this wonderful man and the family that continues to support him. I pray that his family will be without worry, fear or pain over the next few days; I do not worry so much for him, because I know of his strength and his positive spirit. He will be making those around him laugh continuously until he is ready to go...

If you feel that you love someone, don't hold back. Tell them the first chance you get and never stop reminding them from that point forward. 

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Day 12: Santigold & Santigold!


Heart be still! Who is this wild woman known as Santigold?! Her music is edgy, raw and sickly-crafted. Heard her by chance on Pandora while I was packing the other night and have been fixated ever since. Her lyrics are cryptically beautiful and layered with rock-hard beats and undertones like nothing I have ever experienced. 

"Shove It" is the song that caught my attention the other night, but you have to go and listen to all the others. Her music gives me chills. Check this temptress out ASAP. Her acidic rhymes will fill my empty apartment the rest of the week without a doubt. 


Santi White, you are all woman! Thankful for this chance-discovery! Grrrr! :)

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Day 11: Personal Movers & "Swimming in the Flood"


Thankful for all the help I received in starting to move out this past weekend. Still sporting my "Green Machine," meaning space is limited when it comes to hauling an apartment's worth of furniture and a pup all the way back to Charleston, South Carolina. Living with the basics for the next week and not minding it one bit. 

Eleven days into Lent and I am talking Passion Pit again. I have been hooked on their CD since January and can't seem to loosen my grip! If you have yet to listen to them, please do! And mind you that I say this with urgency (note exclamation point). Check out previous posts for more information on this rococo precision! Hmmm! Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy!


Happy Monday, studs. 

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Day 10: Spring & Moldy Peaches


Blessed with beautiful Spring weather this weekend; it was the perfect kind of "right" and I couldn't have been more blessed to spend it with my two favorite men. 

I caught the end of JUNO this morning when I was lounging around my apartment and thought the song, "Anyone Else But You" was a pleasant tune to listen to on this Sunday. The original song comes from an indie-inspired band of wanderers called Moldy Peaches. 


Hope you all enjoy this little jingle; it's perfectly Spring-like, fresh and light-hearted. Love you all and this weather. See you tomorrow, my friends. 

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Day 9: 430 miles & closing..."Cheers!"


Blessed by love and the means that cut down the miles between us. Whether traveling by plane or car, I am extremely grateful for our modern-day form of transportation. 

Hope you all have a fun weekend! It is supposed to be gorgeous, so get outside and enjoy the sun! "Cheers to the freakin' weekend!" And a special Happy Birthday to KRISTEN STANCHER on this beautiful Friday!! Miss you, honey! Love to all...

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Day 8: Thursdays & SOJA


Extremely thankful for any and all Thursdays, especially when easy jams like those from SOJA are setting the evening vibe. As Friday's predecessor, Thursdays are always a blessing to me. They set the pace for the weekend ahead and promise a small break from those sometimes monotonous, weekly routines.  I find them absolutely refreshing. 


Though I will be preparing for my Level II inservice this evening, I will be taking things easy, enjoying breakfast for dinner and listening to a band that I was recently introduced to by Kristen Matano (many thanks, Kristen!). 


The band I speak of is called SOJA, a reggae band who has seemed to have partnered with success in the last few years. I most definitely agree that their sound is "dedicated to searching for the answers to life, to conflict, to humanity, to the world, and to love." 

Though I will be missing their show on April 16th in Charleston (Music Farm), I hope to catch the band elsewhere in the future. Check out "Here I am" to see what this band has to offer you. Relax and take a night to yourself. Love you, my friends. 

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Day 7: Tears & Vampire Weekend

Not the easiest work day or week. Been holding some things in in an attempt to appear poised and professional; however, in knowing how I am, I suspected that it would only be a matter of time before I broke down. 

Well, today was that day. I do not find it of importance or use to describe what spawned such water works this afternoon, but I will tell you that however horrible my sobs may have sounded, those tears were a blessing.

Have you ever heard of a "good cry"? Well, that is what I experienced and, trust me, it was much needed. I needed to let everything go and stop acting so strong and composed. I am human, which makes me far from perfect and that is okay. Someone told me that though I am out of the classroom, I am still a student who will make mistakes now and then; however, if I treat those mistakes as learning opportunities, I would be all the better for having made the mistakes originally, because I had chose to grow from them. 

Realizing this, I don't want to be an average occupational therapist that is passive and ill-driven; I want to be an on-point, phenomenal, charismatic OT who can grow from her experiences (good or bad) and help others get back to living life. 

So, if this means making mistakes in order to grow beyond this point, bring it on. My tears are shed and done with. My stress is tossed to the wind. Tomorrow is a new day and I can only go up from here. 

I originally was going to post "Hide and Seek" by Imogen Heap when I sat down to write tonight's blog; however, I have changed my mind, as my spirits are lifted. I am blessed by love, life and laughter. No need for an ongoing pity party here. So, with that, I hope you enjoy a taste of Vampire Weekend's, "A Punk." Love, love, love this band. 

Special thanks to the one who talked me through by sobs and into a night free of stress. You know who you are. Good night, loves. Rest up for St. Patrick's Day. 

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Day 6: RNs & CNAs With Another Dose of Passion Pit
In working in an inpatient setting, I find myself in constant communication with an interprofessional group of nurses, certified nursing assistants, physician assistants, speech therapists, physical therapists and case managers. Today, my great & humble appreciation goes out to all the nurses & certified nursing assistants who make my life so much easier as an occupational therapy student...or better stated, an occupational therapist in training :) 


Since starting this first FW rotation, I have had the privilege of meeting a wonderful group of nurses and CNAs. They have taught me a great deal about patient care and have come to my assistance when I needed some extra help or advice. 


It takes a special person to be a nurse or CNA, which is why I have not run into too many "bad" nurses or CNAs during my time in inpatient; however, if you come across that "1 in 10" nurse who seems to always have a thunder cloud for her halo, it makes you appreciate those other 9 nurses 10 times as much! That said, a nurse or CNA as passionate and friendly as the ones I have met here at Siskin are valued beyond words.


I owe much of my "occupational" growth to the nurses and CNAs at Siskin Hospital and hope that I may be blessed yet again with a phenomenal group of RNs and CNAs in the future :) Thank you to all of those at Siskin and to all of my girlfriends who have pursued professions as an RN or CNA!! Your role in patient care is valued tremendously! Couldn't get by without you!

Falling into another love affair with Passion Pit. "Let your love grow tall" and share your blessings with those around you today. No blessing is too small. Happy Tuesday, friends. 

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Day 5: Girlfriends & Keri vs. Katy

I am absolutely blessed with the best girlfriends a girl could ever ask for in her life. From my high school days to graduate school in Charleston, I have made wonderful friendships with the most spontaneous and fun women in the South.  I love any reunion that brings us all back together and only wish that there were more opportunities for us to do so more often.

Yet, despite how little we may see each other, it always feels like it was just yesterday when we were devouring cheese bings and downing Big Gulps at OCI, sharing the same loving cup around an enthused little circle, dancing wildly in the living room of the Laurel house, finding Krystals, Jimmy Johns or Taco Bell in our bed, looking for lost shoes at Pike date parties, watching Sex and The City reruns cramped in a single Massey room, running from bar to bar with trash bags over our heads, drinking margaritas at Agave for each birthday that came and went...

...working gamedays and enjoying at least 2-3 “Sterchi” hot dogs before the shift had even started, hanging out with Nicky all summer long, playing Wii while avoiding a swift little shank, doing the Carlton over and over again at your best friend’s request, turning 21 every time someone else did, breaking bird feeders as an undercover troll, parading the streets as “Snookie” wannabes, stealing boxers from a bartender and slipping them on for a try, jumping spiral staircases with a cereal bowl in our hand, partying at the loft when there wasn’t a lick of furniture, laughing at texts from the night before, playing a little game of Rutabaga with no teeth, getting through bad hair cuts and bad break ups...

...spending as many summer nights in the “boom-boom” room of Trio, spending time on the road from dance competitions to family vacations, preparing for mixers as if it were our day job, sprinting up 7 flights of stairs to dodge unruly RA’s, tanning under the Destin and Bahaman sun, texting during any and all Bachelor episodes, taking naps on brownies while horses race around an oh-so-familiar track and crawling like Pandas all through the night.

I miss you all to say the least! Thank you for being such beautiful blessings in my life! I absolutely treasure our friendships and all of our crazy memories! I LOVE YOU, MY HONEYS!!

Hope you all had a great Monday! I was torn between Katy Perry's "California Gurls" and Keri Hilson's "Pretty Girl Rock" for tonight's music video. Click on the song titles to listen to either or :) Good night! 

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Day 4: Sunshine & Phoenix

Beautiful day in Clarksville. Spent the morning running errands around town, driving with my windows down and enjoying the breezy weather. Hanging out with my family at home and about to head out in a little while to enjoy the sun...ah, blessing number four :)

 Thanks to my younger brother, I had the opportunity to see Phoenix LIVE at last year's Lollapalooza in Chicago; he surprised me with my ticket for my 24th birthday...grrrreat present! This song is ideal for a sunny day like today. Hope you enjoy this little number on your Saturday.

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Day 3: Clarksville & "The House That Built Me"

Currently sitting in my kitchen back home in Clarksville, TN. My mother is preparing a light appetizer for us to munch on while we dive into a much needed "catch-up" session while enjoying a few Irish Reds. Such a great feeling being back in the comfort of my own home. 

I moved to Clarksville when I was 6 years old and have considered it my home ever since; the memories and friendships I have made while living here are irreplaceable. I am a lucky girl to have Clarksville as my home; it truly grows on you as the years go by and my, has time flown by. 

So blessed to have the opportunity to come back home this weekend and spend time with my family. Miranda Lambert's, "The House That Built Me," is a perfect "welcome home" this evening as I sit and enjoy some quality time with my momma. Happy Friday, friends.

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Day 2: My Grandparents & "You're in my Heart" 
My grandparents mean the world to me, so today, "40 Days of Blessings" is all about the love that exists between my wonderful grandmother and grandfather, Angel DeJesus and Eneida Sierra. The picture below is from our trip to Gatlinburg 3 summers back. Check out those studs on the right :)

To begin with, my grandparents are absolutely my favorite couple of all times. The love that they exude is energizing and moving and has truly been the forefront to my ever growing faith. These two have taught me how to love, to succeed and to embrace who I am. They are my mentors, my inspiration and my most trusted friends. Everyday, I thank God for blessing me with such beautiful grandparents. I owe much of who I am today to their upbringing and guidance. The values, wisdom and knowledge that they have bestowed upon me have set the pace and attitude to the life I live today. The God I know, love and serve, is the God they taught me to worship, fear and rejoice. Without them, I would not be where I am today in my faith, my education or my relationship with others. 


It makes me smile to think that who I have become and will continue to grow to be is a representation of their life, their love and their dreams. They are without a doubt my most cherished blessing. 

In honor of their love, I thought Rod Stewart's, "You're In My Heart" would be a most promising song choice for tonight's "40 Days of Blessings." It describes their relationship perfectly, as they continue to be very passionate, yet light-hearted with one another. They are truly soul mates who are still in love and still wooing one another with wine & cheese, walks on the beach and nights out dancing in each other's arms. I am so blessed to have them as my grandparents. 


As for you all, only one more day until the weekend. I hope you enjoy a kickback to the 1970's as you celebrate your own blessings this Thursday. Who doesn't love Rod Stewart or that hair? Take care and goodnight.

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Day 1: Health & The Beatles

In working in an inpatient rehabilitation facility, I see a lot of sick people who are weak and scared for what their future may hold. I have cared for patients with brain cancer, lower extremity amputations, severe deficits from stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple trauma fractures from car wrecks, painful hip and knee surgeries and various neurodegenerative diseases. In working in this setting, I have learned how beautiful and precious life is and how often I took my own health for granted. 

The blessing I am most grateful for today is my health. I am so thankful that I am healthy and that I am able to use my strength to lift up others who are weak. I thank God for providing me continual strength and energy, as He is the source of my very well-being. Cheers to health and sunny days!

"Here Comes The Sun" by The Beatles is one of my favorite songs. It always puts me in a great mood, no matter how I am feeling before. The cheeriness of its tune is light and simple. To me, this is what "my health" would sound like if you took a stethoscope to my heart :) Enjoy and good night.

Beginning of Lent

Ah, Wednesday! I hope all of you are doing well and that all of you are having a wonderful week. Today marks the beginning of Lent and whether you are Catholic or not, I always found the Lenten season to be a good time to practice self-restraint and humility. In preparation for this year's Easter celebration, I have decided to give up and take on the following over the next 40 days:


Lent 2011: Honoring Christ Through My Actions

• No chocolate (in any shape or form).
• Start and end my days in prayer.
• Go running at least 4 times/week.
• Blog 40 days of blessings, big or small.

No Chocolate: This is huge for me, especially considering I have newly opened Oreos in my fridge, two tubs of chocolate ice cream in the freezer, chocolate pudding snacks for lunch, trail mix with M&M's in the kitchen and leftover Valentine's Day candy sitting on my desk. I love chocolate, to say the least, and manage to sneak it into my diet everyday. This will be a challenge but worth it in the end. 

Steadfast Prayer: Sometimes I find myself so caught up in my own agenda that I start and end my day without prayer. I can tell when I have managed to skip the most important step in my routine, because I begin to feel stressed and things start to fall out of place. In being such a demanding time of my graduate program, it is especially important to dive into steadfast prayer; not for my successes, but for the successes of my patients. My prayer focus during this Lenten season will be on continually welcoming Christ into my heart and allowing Him to work through me so that I may help others recover from injury and disease. I want to be a vessel for His good works, His love and His mercy. I pray that He would send me courage, strength and a healing smile to help those I meet during my rotations and provide me with the means to seek out continual growth in my faith and in my profession. 

Running: What better way to glorify God than by running! He has blessed me with such great health! No more excuses. Rain or shine, I am running for Him and for my wonderful patients!

Blogging 40 days of blessings: I will be sharing my 40 days of blessings here, through my music blog, starting this evening. Every evening, for the next 40 days, I will post a single blessing in my life along with a song that better showcases its deeper meaning. In sharing my life's little blessings, I hope to inspire you to look around and ask yourself how Christ has blessed you. I look forward to sharing my Lenten season with you in this special, musical way. Wishing you all a happy and humbling Lent!

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Jams

This week has been incredibly busy at Siskin & running errands all across town doesn’t seem to make my days any shorter. Somehow I continue to get by, finding something to always smile about: wonderful patients to work with, a little pup to keep me company, the best parents in the world, a supportive beau back “home,” a roof over my head, an inspiring younger brother, food on my makeshift table & oh-so-good tunes to jam out to. Check out the songs that kicked off this week to a great start. Click on the ones linked for my top picks for this month! Happy March, my friends!

Shamrockin’ Playlist:

• Chromeo: "Bonafide Loving"
• Kings of Leon: "Back Down South"
• Lady Antebellum: "Looking for a Good Time" & "Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You"
• Girl Talk: "Let It Out"
• Enya: "Caribbean Blue"
• Keri Hilson: "Pretty Girl Rock"
• Cee-Lo Green: "F*ck You"
• Two Door Cinema Club: "What You Know"
• Red Hot Chili Peppers: "The Zephyr Song"

Anyone with information on Two Door Cinema Club, please share! Obsessed with this song and music video. Caught the end of this little gem this morning when I was getting ready for work. Heard only a few notes & was drooling. It has been on replay since I got home today. Talk dirty to me, Ginger!! Enjoy, my loves....

Jet Planes

Dearest friends. I hope you will excuse my absence as I have been dutifully & meticulously occupied with work the last few weeks. My time here has continued to be a wonderful experience, which makes it is hard to imagine that I will be up & moving to a new location in 4 weeks considering I am now just feeling comfortable in my role as an inpatient occupational therapist.

I have learned a great deal since starting my rotation at Siskin and feel very fortunate for the people I have met along the way. With this experience, I, more than ever, have been reminded that tomorrow is not promised & that life is meant for living through & with Christ. I not only have my patients to thank for this beautiful reminder, but I also owe much gratitude to a boy back in Charleston.

Yes, I continue to be pleasantly distracted by love & have been enjoying growing in love and in faith with this person. And as I make my way back home this evening (after making a surprise visit to Charleston this weekend), I find myself humming love-showered tunes by Keith Urban and feeling extremely blessed in all aspects of my life. Keith Urban’s, “Only You Can Love Me This Way”, “Sweet Thing” and “You’re My Better Half,” have been in constant replay since leaving Charleston and I assume none of you are strangers to this genuinely romantic man of country. 

I deviated from this country-playlist only briefly when I overheard Mariah Carey’s, “Fantasy,” playing throughout Concourse E in the Charlotte airport. I smiled to myself and with a new "pep" in my step, I continued on to my connecting flight to Chattanooga. Thank you, Mariah…such a wonderful weekend.

New week begins tomorrow. Looking forward to seeing my patients & my fellow OT’s on Monday. Praying for continual growth as an occupational therapist, for creativity, increased perspective and an understanding and passion for others. Back to Charleston this next weekend for another rendezvous of studying in the C of C Library and relaxing in the Low Country. Growing up isn’t so bad. Take care, friends. Miss you all dearly. 


FINE PRINT: Blog post from Sunday evening. Thanks to Comcast, discovered my internet was disconnected February 25th, only to be reconnected just this evening. Still wanted to share my day with all of you and the music that kept my spirits up.