Where did my weekend go???

Nothing like working all weekend. This is my first night in a row of three. I know that three nights in a row doesn't sound like a lot, after all most people work 5 days straight. Keep in mind though that my shifts are at least 12.5 hours long and they are, or course, at night.

Typically I don't work three in a row. I don't sleep well enough during the day to be able to handle it well. Usually after long stretches I hibernate, this makes living alone a good thing. I've been known to melt down when I work lots and sleep little. But I've been trying to pick up an extra shift a week. Tonight happens to be that shift. I couldn't have randomly picked a better night (knock on wood:-) I have 4 pts instead of 6 and the ER is empty (meaning no new admissions!!) Nights like this don't happen often. Its a good thing they don't, I'd be bored out of my mind.

Other job related issues. I know I talked to some of you, but, I extended my contract here until the beginning of Oct. My contract was set to end Aug 4th. I decided to take time off to go to Cali for a wedding and then come back and work some more..... until the weather gets cold:-) My hope is to go back to Cali in October, however my hospital there can't offer me a contract yet, it's too early:-( I have friends moving in when I leave who want to rent for 2 years!!! 2 YEARS! that's a long time. I was kinda nervous about not being able to be in it for 2 years. Emotionally, it's hard to not think of my house as MY house to use when I want to. But, logically, it makes complete sense. I'll know it's being taken care of, be able to use the attic to store my things and be able to use my housing stipend for a smaller apt. that will take less time and energy to maintain when I come back next time. Please pray that this works out! We still have to work out all the details. It would be such a blessing and will help me reach my school goal faster.

Well friends- I suppose I should go chart! I hope you all have a great weekend:-)