Random Stuff

I really dig this picture.  It makes me think of Paris for some reason.  Don't know if it's the 'Love' part, or if it's the black and white theme.  However, I'd like to find a unique street sign such as this some day in a foreign city and shoot the picture myself.  Stay tuned. 

So there was a horrible bombing at the Boston Marathon.  It's such a sad world we live in these days.  Times really have changed a lot since I was a kid.  We never had to worry much about getting shot when going to the movies or taking our children to school.  And despite all the security since 9/11 terrible things still happen.  I guess that is one thing that just won't change much.  And gun control won't change the world either.  That's all I have to say about that.  

Did anyone know that the day after the Boston Marathon bombings that there was an earthquake in Iran?  Apparently even some skyscrapers in Dubai had swayed.  It had registered a 7.8 on the richter scale.  That seems pretty intense. Haven't heard much more talk about that news story though.  Wonder why.  

I am now in the final stretch of the nursing game. (wow!).  It's becoming more really real now and I'm getting excited.  And then I get scared.  That's a part of the process, right?  I finally know where my transition to practice will be.  I didn't get my first choice, or even my second but I will take what I can get just so I can get the required hours logged in and be done with it all.  I have a test on Friday and have struggled to stay focused on my studies.  Clearly my brain is checking out.  Wish me luck!  I want to keep my average. 

As the weather warms up and fellow classmates talk about planning their weddings and beach trips, I am planning to see one of my favorite bands in July.  Possibly twice.  I couldn't imagine a better way to celebrate completing this nursing school mess.  Not to mention spending time with some very special friends.  I could care less about a graduation party.  I'd much rather leave the borders of my town and have a real vacation.  Life is short and I plan to celebrate well.  And that includes plenty of really good wine.   But that should be no big surprise.  haha.....  elizinashe