Ramblings of a Dietetics Major


Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Why I chose to enter the blogging world

       At the cost of what I expect to be much ridicule from my closest friends and also in the presence of a slight personal apprehension to this idea of broadcasting my life on the internet, I have decided to start (or rather, resume) my blog. When I began this blog three years ago, I was entering my sophomore year of college and believed a blog would be a great way to force myself to write about (and thus process) what I've been learning. Look at the history of this creation and you can see how far that went. I have no excuse, except that anatomy & physiology and organic chemistry ended up requiring pretty much all of my time. Now with my B.S. in hand, I decided to resume my blog, with the purpose changed slightly. Namely, this blog is going to serve as a place for me to share what I am learning, what life is like post-college, and anything else that strikes my fancy.  Please do not expect deep philosophical ponderings, although, who knows, they may happen. Instead, expect a dose of Martha-which those closest to me could describe to you as being unknown in variety, nerdy in content, and oftentimes humorous in delivery. Shout-out to my friend from college, Bekah, for inspiring me to resume my blog. Being a couple years my senior, her thoughts on her internship, first job as an R.D., etc., have always been encouraging and informative. So, I decided to do the same, in the hopes that someone would be encouraged by my thoughts.

      Currently, my life has involved work (dietetic internships are expensive, you know) and also getting ready for my internship. I am beyond blessed and also incredibly excited to be a part of the 2012/2013 dietetic internship class at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. God has led me every step of the way: I have a fellow 2012 ONU grad roommate (yay for Michelle!), we have signed the lease on a nice apartment close to the hospital, I am able to continue working for Hy-Vee while in Iowa City (seriously, this is one of my favorite places to work!), and, most importantly, I was able to receive a position as a dietetic intern. I know that God will teach me much throughout this next year and I am excited to share my journey with you.

      The countdown has begun! I move to Iowa City August 1st, with the internship beginning on August 6th. So close! Unlike undergrad, in which one still came home occasionally, it is striking me that I am leaving my small Illinois hometown for Iowa City. Not exactly Chicago or New York City, I know, but still. I am excited, and yet know that my life will change. And, while change is good, I know my life will be different in one month than what it has been in the past. Therefore, I've decided to savor each day and enjoy it, the good and the bad, because my time is limited. Come to think of it, isn't that what we are supposed to be doing anyway, everyday? Curious.

    Well, I'm sure you have all heard quite enough from me for one sitting. :) Check back for updates; I cannot promise they will be frequent, but this time I WILL continue blogging. Oh, and, if you want a good laugh, please read my very first post on zucchini. If you choose to do so, please remember that this was the 18 year old version of me talking. I like to think that I've matured a least a little bit since then. :)