September
4—Today I slacked off a bit and was down in Housestaff “studying” since there
wasn’t much going on in the Kidney Center. Ran into one of the graduated
residents and a good friend, who I hadn’t seen in a while, and who also happens
to give A-mazing hugs. Hugs that last longer than the seven seconds it
supposedly takes to release endorphins, that leave no room to breathe between
you. I am grateful for those kind of hugs.
September
5—I got to chat a bit with Catalina today, which normally is quite a rarity,
but more common lately as she’s had a few “doctor” questions to ask me. Not
that I’m masquerading as an internist by any means (and I may have phoned a
friend, who phoned her husband-adult-ER-doc), but I’m grateful for any chance
to talk to Cata and feel involved in her life, since I did such a crappy job of
being supportive growing up. I’m grateful that she makes me laugh, that she’s
not afraid to say, “I love you,” and that all the workup is normal so far.
September
6—Tonight I went to an art exhibit with Rashy. In
addition to feeling artsy, free margaritas, and Chipotle snacks and coupons, we
had lovely conversation, ranging from reflective to challenging to slighty
goofy (that was a STRONG margarita). I'm grateful for friends that let me be myself
and share my faith and that I feel comfortable saying just about anything to.
September
7—Our advocacy lecture today was by an awesome community pediatrician about
using social media to educate ourselves and our patients. She finally motivated
me to get on Twitter, so that I can follow the leading voices in peds
healthcare across the country. This way, they can do all the work for me of
filtering through secular media and pop culture as it relates to medicine, and
I can read the highlights. I’m grateful for something simple I can get excited
about that may help the way I change kids’ lives.
September
8—Today I checked 3 more things off of my Kili packing list. There’s almost
nothing left to get! And I had time to go for an 8 mile hike/walk in the park in
nearly perfect hiking weather (sunny, light breeze, 70s). I’m super grateful
that I get this amazing opportunity with my family to take this trip of a
lifetime, no matter the outcome. But as dad said, it would be fine with us if
we summited.
September
9—Today is Padre’s birthday. So, so, so grateful for him in my life and all
the things I’ve learned from him and the great example he is to me. I could
rant and rant, but we’ll just leave it at the fact that I have a pretty sweet
dad. And no, I didn’t just put that because I know he’s always the first one to
read my posts. Also, today, I’m super grateful for an awesome fall day with fun
photos, mimosas, football, friends, and key lime ice cream. And since I know
he’s reading...I said doody!
September
10—I know this sounds kind of stupid, but season 3 of The Voice started tonight
and I LOVE it. Yes, I love hearing people with amazing voices. But mostly, I
love watching Blake and Adam yell at each other and Blake do his little finger
motion. I haven’t laughed that much watching TV since probably the first time I
saw Wipe Out. I’m grateful for a schedule this month that lets me just hang out
in the evenings, and for laughter. And for Blake Shelton. :)
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