I won't lie, camp nursing is challenging. I can't write about the challenges or I will break. So instead I will write about the things I love about camp and about Maine.
My colleagues. There are 7 nurses here. Most new grads. This is their first nursing job. They are all shaping into awesome nurses and we keep on keeping on for each other, for the sisterhood. We have developed strong bonds and I know I have 7 new friends for life.
The camp kids. Most are so sweet! One of my little guys asked if I could teach his mom to do his injections the way I do it because it doesn't hurt when I do it. Another asked why I had to take a day off. Why I couldn't be there for him every day.
The stars and the Milky Way. I see the Milky Way every night on my walk from the health center to my cabin. And the stars are SPECTACULAR!!!
The Loons on the lake. I fall asleep to the loons calling to each other everynight.
Maine. 48 state parks (I bought a parks pass)! Strawberries! Fiddleheads! Lobster (kind of sick of lobster) the coast of Maine! Sailboats! (see photo of Tawny's first sail on a Scooner), lakes, antique shops, rural farmers markets and Shipyard brew!
Ed. My dear friend Ed who has been my rock through all of the challenges I cannot write about.
Wow! Great photos. I'm sorry you are having some challenges but I'm glad you've made some great new friends. Have fun! It's hot as crap here!
ReplyDeleteyour experience sounds bitter sweet. I'm so sorry about the challenges....I hope they are making you stronger and teaching you important lessons. Thank you for sharing the things you love about Maine. It sounds incredible, my friend. Although you are greatly missed in Utah, may your wings spread wide. Love you.
ReplyDeleteSick of lobster!??? That's like being sick of Red Iguana. I guess there is such a thing as too much goodness. Beautiful Girl, with the sunshine comes the rain. And grey. But then the rainbow appears... I'm sorry you're struggling. Know that you're loved and adored. I'm here for you if you need anything! xo
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