[alluvme]

there's no turning back! Today was my last day at the job I thought I was going to retire from. I worked there for 8 years and learned so much, but now I begin my career as a nurse.

I graduated from nursing school in may and passed my boards july 12th. I start my orientation on sept. 5th in l & d. I am so excited about this amazing opportunity and am a bit scared as well. I cant believe it has all come together. when i applied to nursing school i didnt know how I was going to juggle a full time job at night and school in the day while raising 4 kids and married a non-supportive man. Somedays I didnt know how i was going to get through the day , but you just do.

I knew I wanted to go into labor and delivery but along the way I saw myself doing so many different things. I'm an EMT and everyone thought that I would naturally want to work in an ER. I feel such a pull to L & D and feel so fortunate to have the opportunity to begin my career where I think I can be my best and happiest.

I just spent the day giving hugs and saying my goodbyes to an amazing group of people that I worked day in and out with and now there's no turning back. I start a new career , meet new people and learn many more things about nursing , myself and life. I cant even put into words what I am feeling because there are so many emotions. I cant wait to see what the future holds.

Thank you for giving me this forum to share these feelings.

[RNRao]

Hello, good for you for having faith in yourself and pursuing your dream. You now can say that you had a hugh goal and you conqured it...ROCK ON GIRL !!!!!!!!!!.

[SmilingBluEyes]

GOOD LUCK to you in your new pursuits. Let us know how things go!

[traumaRUs]

I want to echo my best wishes. You have every right to feel very proud of yourself. You have overcome a lot.

[sirI]

Excellent, alluvme!!!! I'm proud OF you and FOR you!!!!!

Good luck in all that you do.

[alluvme]

Thank you all for your words of support and encouragement, they really mean a lot. Today I turned in my equipment and badge and have been feeling down all evening. I guess it's because a chapter in my life is over. But I read your replies and I'm feeling better. I love allnurses!