3.11.2009

A shpeel... if you will

I figure I should fill all in on what I am doing at the moment. I just finished my first handful of finals for massage therapy school. Yes, that is right... Massage Therapy. I have always wanted to do this. I held out for a long time but it was time and I finally faced some fears and leaped. I love it. I enjoy learning all about the body and pathologies! I love my friends that I have made and let us not forget- I love massages as well! :) So far I have completed Massage Basics, Advanced Massage, First Aide/CPR, Reflexology, Acupressure, Anatomy 1, Business Development 1, and Movement. whew! It's been enlightening. I do massages at UCMT's clinic in lindon, UT every saturday for an internship of sorts. It has been really fun to meet new people and help where I can.



Also, I am working at Chrysalis with some wonderful people! This is a group home for those who have mental or physical disabilities. I have not given up my career as a Social Worker. In fact, I am just waiting to see if I get into the Masters Program at the U of U which starts at the end of August. This picture doesn't really depict these characters here but they are so wonderful! From left to right -Tracey, David, Steven. I LOVE THEM. Its fun to work with them. We get to do all sorts of things- 'Dance parties' , cupcake competitions, valentines day waffles, movie night, swimming, concerts, etc. It's a joy and privilege.



The only thing I feel I am lacking is time to just be with my roomies/friends, family and boys. I have this guilt... its hard to explain. It is almost like I feel that I am a single mother working and trying so hard but never have to time just to be with the ones I love or give them what they need. And obviously, I am not a single mother and everyone, hopefully, understands how crazy my schedule is... that's life... BUT I am prioritizing though. I am finding little bits and pieces where I need to get out and have some play time. I will get the hang of it soon... hopefully. :)

All in all though- Life is good. I feel really fortunate to be where I am at. That is good enough for now. So there you have it- a little shpeel into my present living life.


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