Semester 1 Wrap Up

This semester was so many different things to me. Of course, it was a source of stress, but it was a highway to making so many new friends, an enticement to work hard, and most of all, a reminder of who I was. I am a smart, capable woman who can do things that she puts her mind to.

A week or two before finals, I was about ready to have a mental breakdown. I hadn't done as well on the previous two tests, and I KNEW the information backwards and forward, so I was on the verge of an anxiety attack. I wrote my A&P teacher an email outlining some of my concerns, and he responded with an email that I will have in my binder for the remainder of my schooling. Here are some excerpts:

"I am concerned that you have really put a lot of pressure on yourself to not just do well but to "ace" the class. I think you can "ace" the class but the pressure (and any others that you are dealing with) is what is making the difference. You need to let it go, as you do you will do well. You are very talented. You are also like me a bit too type A for your own good. I know telling you to not stress at finals is a bit like telling a fish it can't have any water...........(other stuff)....I appreciate having students like you that seem to care about learning not just what question am I putting on the test. You will be a great nurse!"

This email literally was the key to helping me snap out of the stress that I had. I was so grateful that he took the time to not only email me, but to talk to me and remind me of the potential that I have.

So, the Semester wrap-up:


Anatomy and Physiology: A-

Lifespan Human Psychology: A

Clinical Calculations: A

All in all; a success.