This Thing Called...Our Life!: Rough Week

This has been a rough week for me. So many different things going on, and I am not quite sure where to go with some others.

If you noticed the top left hand corner of my blog, there is a button that says "Praying for Stellan". I have been reading the blog about this wonderful little boy and my heart just breaks for him. To read his story, click on the button. But, be warned, your eyes will not be dry by the time you finish.

I have attended two information sessions for nursing. At the first one I found out that one of the starts dates is no longer available. So, if I want to get into the ASN (RN program) for the January term, I have to find another location to apply to. I can still apply to the PN (Practical Nurse) program for a January start, but it will then take a few more terms to get through and another admission process. UGGGHH!

I have to finish my current ANP class (Anatomy & Physiology) and my current Psychology class. This summer I have to take another ANP class before I can even think about applying to the program. Then, I have to take the TEAS test. I am a bit nervous about this test. If I don't pass all 4 sections, I can take it twice more in a 2 year period. After that, if I don't pass, I have to wait another two years before I can apply to the nursing program. UGGHHH.

Thursday, I had another back injection for the severe pain. This time, there were seven total injection sites. One was for the numbing medication (which hurt like the dickens), the other six shots were to administer the medication. Three went up one side of my lower spine, the other three went up the other side of my spine.

I spent most of my day on the couch yesterday, resting. Today I was up and about but the pain is still there. I am going to give it a few more days before I pass judgement on whether it did or didn't work. Just continue to pray that it does. I think if this doesn't work, the next step is going to require looking into back surgery and I really do not want that.

Caleb started baseball practice this week. Tyler finally found a team to play on. Tristan is starting racing practice on Saturday and Logan started his baseball practice also. I have seven more Saturday's of class (including tomorrow) in this semester. I desperately need an A in both my ANP & Psychology classes. These help determine scores and how I may or may not get into the nursing program.

Anyway, Glen worked a few jobs this week, which is better than none.
My boys are at their dad's and I miss them. I always miss them like crazy when they are gone. It's like a part of me is missing. I pick them up Monday, after I get off of work. Then when we get home, my mom will be here visiting from Florida. I haven't seen her since this time last year. She sure will be surprised to see how much both of the boys have grown.

Well, that's been my week. I still have ANP homework to do tonight for tomorrow. I have a Psychology paper due tomorrow by midnight and an English paper (rough draft) due by Sunday midnight. I have class at 8:00 a.m. tomorrow and Tristan has racing practice (as long as it doesn't rain.)

Oh, remember that the new Rodney Atkins' CD comes out on Tuesday. It's called "It's America" and if you want to listen to it before you buy it check out the following link http://www.cmt.com/artists/az/atkins_rodney/2401645/album.jhtml scroll down to tracks and click on AUDIO.

I listened to it today and it is going to be another surefire hit for him. Such great songs that I can easily relate to. In today's world, I need something to relate to. I hope you enjoy it!

Life continues to be busy in my crazy, crazy world. But I wouldn't have it any other way.

Enjoy a few pictures of the boys from last week.

Tyler - a few months shy of 14