My Apology

[NotMyProblem MSN, ASN, BSN, MSN, LPN, RN]

Good evening, Everyone!

Yesterday, I prematuely posted an article without checking for its validity. I've spent the past year or so doing research, citing resources, and supporting my points of view with evidence. So, I do know how to do this. Not making excuses, but when I read the article, it sounded so believable to me that all due-process regarding accuracy simply went out the window because this article was so close to 'home' literally. During my reading, a million and one things went through my mind 'except' the fact that someone would create such a tale to cause even more duress than what the nation may already be feeling regarding this topic.For that, I extend my heartfelt apologies. You guys will never know how miserable I've been since yesterday's thread.

For the past 24 hours, I've felt as horrible about this as if I had done something to cause harm to a patient. I've felt like a nurse that is not a nurse, but the patient. I've felt like the past year or so has been nothing but a total waste. I've felt like never coming to this site again out of sheer embarrassment. I've felt like I am a professional...just not perfect. And I've felt like a total idiot. The list goes on, especially that nagging thought of 'I can't believe I did that', as 24 hours is a long time to experience a wide range of emotions and I've had to work through them all. As one who's never taken a drink in my life, I didn't even have that as a luxury to block out the article. Diet Coke binges only caused frequent trips to the bathroom.

Anyway, I just wanted to say that I am so humiliated and very, very, very sorry....

[RN403, BSN, RN]

Oh, you poor thing! Please don't be so hard on yourself. There is no reason for you to never return to the site. We all make mistakes. Go take a look in the mirror. Are you human? Yes? Then you will make mistakes. Enjoy your diet coke, forgive yourself, and remember that we all screw up. I am sure that you are still a great researcher and one honest mistake does not invalidate your hard work. *hugs*

[VivaLasViejas, ASN, RN]

Agreed! No one is perfect. Don't leave the site because of this one mistake. I'm sure you have a lot of good stuff to bring to the table. Forgive yourself and move on.

[Here.I.Stand, BSN, RN]

Hugs!! You are a professional, you aren't perfect--none of us are! I didn't see this article, but I've enjoyed a lot of what you've had to say in here. I'd hate to see you leave over this.

[joanna73, BSN, RN]

Don't worry about it. No harm done. We all make mistakes.

[caliotter3]

Oh, darn. Go have a regular Coke and laugh at yourself! We all goof up now and again!

[No Stars In My Eyes]

I don't even know what your post was, but I'm sure a large portion of us here wishes that a certain post we made would just self-erase and go away. Don't sweat it.

[imintrouble, BSN, RN]

You've done nothing to warrant my forgiveness, but I'll give it because it'll make you feel better.

Please forgive yourself. Whatever you posted, and I don't know what it is, is not worth feeling miserable about.

[JustBeachyNurse, LPN]

You were excited and thought you found some legitimate pertinent information. It's a hot topic and easy to be blinded when the adrenaline gets pumping.

No apologies needed for being human.

[AdamantiteEnigma]

Congratulations!

You are a human

[nursel56]

Didn't see the article but hey it takes courage to come back and admit you made a mistake. You wouldn't believe how many people let their pride get in the way of that. I have loads of respect for you and (((BSNbeDONE))) Hugs!

[sissiesmama, ASN, RN]

Oh I'm so sorry! I didn't see it either - sending hugs. Definetly have a coke and let yourself off the hook!