Another week down...

Ok so another week down in the world of becoming a nurse! I have to say I don't feel any less overwhelmed...however I must say I have sort of peace about because I know right here is where God wants me.

I am getting to spend more time in the things neglected when I was working and going to school full time. My house is cleaner and laundry gets done regularly.... Which I am soooooo thankful for. Also, as God promised the bills are getting paid and we have food! God is so good to me in this new season in my life and I want to always remember to give Him the glory... Because He deserves it!

This week a few great things happened to me... In addition to the daily provision we have been blessed with.... I purchased a new (to me) used car to get me back and forth to school! It was quite exciting to be able to just buy a car...like drive it away OWNING it! It is nothing fancy and is a 1997 but it is mine, it drives and funny thing is... My kids LOVE it! It is red and they named it "Ruby"! Funny....

Secondly, I took my first Intro to Nursing test and got an 81. This is not a terrible grade for it being my first one and me not knowing what to expect... But I hope to do better next time... Mostly b/c in the world of nursing school and 81 is a actually a "c." but thank you to my father in law who texted me and said that they do not actually print my grade on my nursing license. A reminder I shared with my classmates and they agreed...thanks Tom!!!

Also, I started a small... But one I am very thankful for...part time job watching kids a few hours a week! God is sooo good to me on that... And there is more potential income coming down the pike that I am praying about! Please pray that He reveals to me what he would like me to do..

Lastly... since I am no longer sitting on my tush all day long and snacking (which if I am honest, I did quite a bit in the years I had a desk job) I have lost 6 pounds, quit drinking soda/caffeine and have tried snacking less (oh my... I'm a snacker... This will be hard). I will continue to try to keep this up... We shall see...food is soo yummy... Hahaha

I think my kids enjoy me being home more... And I like it too... But I am also thankful that I still get to have the time outta the house at school and work... KUDOS to all you stay home moms... HIGH FIVE!!!! I am more busy not working than when I was... Hahaha

Anyways I am done bending your ear for the few peeps reading this... Have a great week...

I wanted to share my devotion from last night with you because it spoke volumes to me... It is from Ephesians 6:12
"Thankfully, our unseen God is more than capable of dealing with our unseen enemy. When we come to a deep understanding of God's unconditional love for us, we realize He will always take care of everything that concerns us.

You don't have to be afraid of your unseen enemy. Trust in God, the only One who can defeat the spiritual forces of darkness.

Prayer Starter: Lord, don't let me forget who my real enemy is, and don't let me forget that You are all-powerful. I know I can't handle everything the enemy throws my way, but You can."

Thanks to Joyce Meyer for that reminder...

Have a great week folks!

Here is a pic of "Ruby"

1 week down... And only a gazillion to go!

Welp folks... By the grace of God I made it thru my first week of nursing school! That week was overwhelming and exciting all at the same time. I met some wonderful young ladies I get to do this with as well as some of my already good school friends that I get to do it with!!

I had to train my "I'm used to taking classes online" brain to go in a different direction. This is real college now sister... Get ur crap together, organized, and hit the books! (now this is not to say that that is not what I was doing before...but let's just say it was a bit of a change of pace for me!)

I'm going to try to stay committed to to at least 2-3 hours of homework everyday and have already committed to extra practice hours on top of that to kick some nursing school behind!

Now please allow me to pause right and here and say that I could not do this without the grace from my heavenly daddy... But also with the support and understanding of family and friends! My husband (who
I did not mention enuf in the first blog- we have been married 12 very interesting years and I love him so.. I don't always understand him...but I love home nevertheless) has already been informed and agreed that he would be in this thing with me (no... Like literally with me...stories, tears, headaches and all) and all the while finishing his degree as well (I know what are we thinking, right!?) so thank you to you all and please keep the prayers coming!

Ok anyway...last week we learned sterile technique and just the overall ins and outs of surgical and sterile procedures! Now this week... Oh yeah... Catheters and wound care. Fun stuff!!! No really.... It was! I allowed myself to get grossed out a few times but quickly realized this will be my everyday life and I had to get used to it! Next week... Vitals! I could not e more excited. ( and not just bcuz I get to use my pretty pink stethoscope!!)

So stay tuned and keep praying for me! I am so blessed to be on this journey and to get to do it with some great new nursing friends and the support system I have! I thank the Lord everyday for allowing me this opportunity!

Also... I am in the process of applying for jobs again... I need a part time job! So prayer on that would be appreciated tooo!!

Until next time....
~B~

P.s. I will leave you with my picture of sadness this week... My oldest is growing up and her taste in clothing is maturing a bit! We took a trip to Goodwill and this is what she found... She is beautiful...but not a baby anymore....:-(

Aaaaaaaaand here we go....

OK...I am gonna try this. I have spent the last hour or so reading the blogs I faithfully follow. I follow them because I love these ladies...I look up to them...I enjoy their company (even tho I don't get to spend that much time with them...I love them). They are good, Godly women and have some amazing testimonies. Now I say all that not to put them on a pedestal...but to let them know...if the happen to be reading this...that I love how they allow God to shine thru them...as imperfect as we all are! I love each of their testimonies...well what I know of it...

Annnnnyway...I said all that to say...a few of them suggested to do a blog...and tonight I figured what the heck...Ima try! What can it hurt right?

So here I go....I am mom...recently unemployed to finish the career path that my God has put me on. I have 2 beautiful girls and they are my life. Both different in their own ways..and frustrating and loving all at the same time in their own ways! They could not be more opposite...and I love it that way! I am sure you will hear much about them as they never cease to amaze, infuriate, love, accept, disobey, shock, and transform me.

Ok...so back to the blog...I will leave this entry short as I am not wanting to bore anyone who may be wanting to read my blog. I certainly don't wanna lose readers as soon as I begin by droning on...so here is a brief synopsis of why I am deciding to write this blog...


I am in school for nursing...a program in which I started out on in August of 2009 at God's nudging and me wanting to "do something better for myself and my children" (after all I have 2 VERY smart youngens who are most definitely (why can I never spell this word right???! ugh) going to need to go to college...and that ain't cheap). During the time of pre-reqs, prep courses, and all that other brain prepping that goes with waiting to actually "get in" the program, I worked in the day and went to school at night. All the while trying to figure out what the heck I was going to do when I actually got in! Notice I said trying to figure out? Ok...good...that is what this blog is about...me reminding MYSELF that HE makes the plans, calls the shots and already has my path planned out for me...I just have to seek Him!...not figure it out myself! That's all...but as a planner and expert worrier...I often forget or let the enemy deter from having the right mindset.

Ok..I digressed...sorry...anyway...back to me working days and going to school at night...In August of last year...it came!!! My acceptance letter. I was in...which meant I needed to quit my job and continue on the path God had for me...and had clearly told me He had.

On January 5, 2012 I had my VERY 1st day of work unpaid since I was 16 years old. Was I scared, yes!! Was I worried,yes!! But that day...I had a peace that even tho I was quitting my job and receiving may last paycheck...I was doing what I was supposed to do! Constantly I have to remind myself of the verse Jeremiah 29:11 ~~> "I know the plans I have for you saith the Lord...." 

Now follow me as I tell you funny stories from nursing school, stories from my kids, reprimand myself for doubting Him, and just vent about something or another. I also may post a recipe or 2 or a receipe NOT to try...but we shall see....

Until next time...

~Brandy~

p.s. Any suggestions are welcomed! AND COMMENTS ARE WANTED!