How weird am I?

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For the past 11 months, I dreamed of nothing but summer break. I thought if I could make it to July, my life would be wonderful. I would be the happiest girl in the world. I would never have to pick up a textbook or think about school or prepare for tests. Nothing could be better, right?

I have just now finished my first week of summer vacation. The first 3 days were simply amaaaazing. But now? I am bored out of my mind.

In the 7 days that I have been home, the house has been cleaned (read: the fridge and microwave have been scrubbed, sheets and blankets and towels have been washed and dried, my bedroom has been turned into a real bedroom instead of a place to throw my school crap, books have been organized, toilets have been bleached, the couch cushion covers have been washed, etc.), I have read two books for fun, I have caught up on millions of episodes of Lost and Grey's Anatomy, I have put in 3 days at work, I have met up with a freshman nursing student for lunch to give her tips on how to survive her first semester...and now I am at a complete loss at what to do next! I honestly have no idea what to do with myself.

We don't start school until the end of August, and I promised myself that I would give myself at least 4 weeks without studying. I have to force myself to not pick up my textooks and flip through the pages. I check out this site, like, 4 times a day just to keep myself from feeling so out of the loop. The only thing I wanted all year was to be done with school, and now the only thing I want to do is drive up to campus and hang out with my peeps from clinical!

I think I am nuts. I can't believe I actually miss school. If I am that bad now, what am I going to be like next summer when I graduate and am done with college forever?

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I am right there with you! I can't wait to go back to school! Of course, summer would be more enjoyable if I weren't working full time at an absolutely miserable job! I promised myself I'd give my 2 weeks notice in mid July but I'm strongly considering turning it in on Monday. They are expecting me to stay until the second week of August but I don't think I can last without either hurting someone or saying something I'll regret. Besides, I think I've earned a break and so does my husband...he told me to quit last week. I can't wait to get back to all my nursing school buddies and be able to hold an educated conversation about topics that interest me. Until then, I suppose I'll just remain as calm as possible and continue to count the days until August 21 when we resume classes. Have a wonderful break! We've earned it!:yelclap:

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Specializes in Neuro ICU.

I am SO jealous

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Although I am still in school during summer, I know how boring breaks can be. My classes Yahoo group page goes very silent and I miss everyone even if break is only a week. Hope you find something fun and healthy to do.

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I am SO jealous

lol. I know. I'm sorry. I didn't mean to rub it in!

(Oh wait, maybe I did.)

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lol.. I'd give anything for summer break right now! I'm going 5 semesters straight through with only 2-3 weeks in between semesters. I've hit the mid-semester blues and can't wait until I'm out at the end of July!

I do understand what you mean though. I get so used to going to school and having a schedule, that being on break feels weird and I have nothing to focus on or whatever. I also miss my school friends. Even though we talk during breaks, it's not the same as seeing them in person every day.

If you're bored, you can come clean my house! :D:chuckle

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Specializes in ER.

I am actually the same way. Where I live, there is nothing to do, and it's boring. I tried to get into summer classes but could not get in. I don't miss the tests, i just miss having something to do, because I like to keep myself occupied.

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Specializes in ER/Ortho.

I swore I would not pick up a text book. I broke down last week and started reading a medical terminology text book. Of course that led me to do some research in my A&P book which eventually led to my patho book. I finally broke open my Nclex study guide today as well.

Old habits die hard. I have been studying for so long I am at a loss without it.

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Specializes in Med/Surg.

I can't wait to go back either! I will probably kick myself when September rolls around...but oh well. I just want to get another semester DONE!

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Specializes in Med/Surg.
lol. I know. I'm sorry. I didn't mean to rub it in!

(Oh wait, maybe I did.)

haha!

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Specializes in ER, ICU, Medsurg.

I feel the same way. Trying to figure out what to do with myself, although I have the kids to keep me busy. I'm also trying to figure out why I can't keep my house clean. During the semester, I would clean once or twice and be done with it. Maybe cause we're all home to mess it up.

Looking forward to school starting in August.!!!!!

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Specializes in Telemetry/Med Surg.

I'm not in school any longer but have been wanting to have a stretch of time off to do nothing, catch up on my reading, relax, etc. Ended up getting a stress fx in my foot so I'm out of work for another 3 weeks and haven't picked up a book! When I get back to work, I'm sure I'll be kicking myself!

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