BedsideManner

You've got that completely correct. It doesn't matter what job you're doing, there's always someone out there who feels that whatever hardships they've had in their lives, it "justifies" being a twit to others. Sadly, I've had some experiences with these bullies and came to the conclusion that they are just not happy unless they make someone else miserable and the worse the misery caused, the better the bully feels. It's a disturbing cycle. Hang in there, when karma hits them in the face, hope you have enough warning to sell tickets for the event. BedsideManner

My mouth dropped open when I read that initial post. Privacy means exactly that, private. I know that if I realized that I was the object of discussion on something as public as Facebook I'd be livid. What happens to me and/or to my family is between my family and I. If I want anyone/everyone to know my business, I'll post it myself. One common and appropriate way to state about small rural towns/communities is this: "Everyone knows your business and quite often they know BEFORE you do." BedsideManner

You go girl! I am, for one, very grateful for people like you! I hope to be able to write something along the same lines! You're fantastic and don't let anyone tell you otherwise! *High-fives AngelfireRN* :w00t:

Happy new year to everyone! Best wishes to those looking for new jobs, those who wish to retain their current jobs and anything and everything else your little hearts desire! My best to everyone in 2010! :w00t::cheers::clpty:

Thank you, so much to everyone. This has been the first time I have been able to put my thoughts and feelings into writing. I have been able to speak my daughter's name without breaking down and that is definitely a plus. Somehow, it was more difficult to put it down into "writing". However, your condolences, and heartfelt warmth has made this a rewarding experience. For those who suggested that I'm headed in the right direction, that I seem to have the "right stuff", you have strengthened my resolve and I thank you with all of my heart. Happy New Year to everyone! You are in my thoughts and prayers. :heartbeat

Hmmm...I live in Colorado, so I don't think I could be much help to you on the warmth end. However, I have a friend in Arizona. Could try that route, maybe? Good luck to ya!

Thank you. Life is so strange. :flowersfo

I am getting ready to start classes to become a CNA. I know this is no glamorous job, and I have never considered anything career/job oriented within the medical arena, but let me tell you how my decision was made to start on this road. I found out that I was pregnant in April, because I had just turned 40, I had to get used to all of the "advanced maternal age" comments and the concerns about defects, premature labor, and low birth weight...you name it. I went through all of the blood work, the amniocentesis, ultrasounds, yadda yadda. My baby girl was still doing okay, nothing out of the ordinary for any normal birth. My husband and I were looking forward to our new (albeit late) addition to our family and were making preparations for the arrival of our Christmas baby (December 20th). However, on November 4th, we discovered that she had gotten herself wrapped up in her umbilical cord and we lost her. We were able to see her, and hold her and say our goodbyes with our families by our side. But the amazing thing was the care and concern of the CNA's, nurses, and my ever-caring OB/GYN. I was allowed to talk about my feelings when they came to "visit", I was told about some of their hardships that made me realize that I wasn't the only one who was going through such a loss or had ever gone through such a loss. From my hospital room I became aware that if I could give the same kind of comfort through a word or deed just as my caregivers had been doing, even for a minute. To give someone peace of mind for one minute, it would be worth it. What my hospital caregivers gave to me during those three days in the hospital will be with me for the rest of my life. They helped me start down the path to heal mentally and spiritually, not just physically from the first day that we lost my precious angel.:redbeathe