I am done with the semester. Thank goodnesss. After a hard week of finals and countless hours of studying....I get to come home.
I am so ready to get into the spirit of the season and be with family and friends. See you all soon!!!
love you all
Friday, December 17, 2010
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Maybe I will be a OT hand therapist?!?!
It was an awesome experience and Friday we get to make even more intense splints. :)
Also I finally went to my PT eval and they gave me a bunch of exercises to fix my bad posture!!!
and now back to studying.....:(
love u all
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
OT article
Here is a link to an awesome article about occupational therapist. link: OT: Best career of 2011
Here is the text version:
The rundown:
Whether it's helping a developmentally challenged toddler learn to follow directions or teaching a man with permanent spinal cord damage to dress himself, the goal of an occupational therapist is to assist disabled clients to recover or develop the skills they need to lead more independent, satisfying lives at work and home. While many OTs are employed by hospitals, the field is as diverse as it is gratifying. Other occupational therapists work in schools, evaluating and recommending therapies for specific students. They can be found in nursing facilities, helping elderly patients lead more productive lives. Or in mental health settings, where they teach time-management or budgeting skills that help developmentally challenged patients function more effectively. Occupational therapists also help people struggling with addictions to drugs and alcohol or suffering from depression or eating disorders.
[See a list of The 50 Best Careers of 2011.]
The outlook:
Demand for occupational therapists is expected to swell going forward, with employment increasing 26 percent between 2008 to 2018—significantly faster than other fields. Occupational therapists held about 105,000 positions in 2008, the Labor Department reported. As the baby boom generation retires in growing numbers, demand for occupational therapists specializing in elderly treatment will be particularly strong.
Money:
The median annual salary for occupational therapists was $69,630 in 2009, according to the Labor Department. The highest-paid 10 percent earned more than $100,000, while the lowest-paid 10 percent made less than $45,340.
Upward mobility:
Assuming managerial responsibilities such as supervision of aides and administrative tasks can help occupational therapists advance their careers. Developing an expertise in a specific area—say, physical rehabilitation or mental health—will push workers up the ladder as well.
Activity level:
Although it can vary depending on the clients, occupational therapy tends to be tiring work. Therapists are often on their feet for much of the day.
[See a list of the best healthcare careers.]
Stress level:
The degree of stress will vary depending on the client and setting, but it can be high. Because certain clients may take a long time to recover, occupational therapists must have plenty of patience. Those considering the field should also have the ability to adapt to the diverse needs of clients and work settings.
Education and preparation:
At a minimum, occupational therapists need a master's degree or higher in the field. Many universities have full-time occupational therapy programs, and an increasing number have weekend or part-time courses as well. A minimum of 24 weeks of supervised fieldwork is required. Upon graduation from an accredited program, candidates must pass a national certification test before obtaining their license.
[Find online degree programs in healthcare.]
Real advice from real people about landing a job as an occupational therapist:
Frank Gainer, a program director at the American Occupational Therapy Association, says, "The challenge will not be in finding a job, but finding the right job. New practitioners will have a number of job offers. Clinical training can help pinpoint what type of practice setting appeals to new occupational practitioners. Other considerations include: what types of patients do I want to help; how much supervision will I receive as a new graduate; what type of treatment team atmosphere is present; what are the productivity requirements; will I be required to supervise any support staff; what opportunities are there for professional development and promotion; are weekend hours required; what are the job benefits; and what is the pay structure—salaried or per diem?"
Here is the text version:
Best Careers 2011: Occupational Therapist
As one of the 50 Best Careers of 2011, this should have strong growth over the next decade
The rundown:
Whether it's helping a developmentally challenged toddler learn to follow directions or teaching a man with permanent spinal cord damage to dress himself, the goal of an occupational therapist is to assist disabled clients to recover or develop the skills they need to lead more independent, satisfying lives at work and home. While many OTs are employed by hospitals, the field is as diverse as it is gratifying. Other occupational therapists work in schools, evaluating and recommending therapies for specific students. They can be found in nursing facilities, helping elderly patients lead more productive lives. Or in mental health settings, where they teach time-management or budgeting skills that help developmentally challenged patients function more effectively. Occupational therapists also help people struggling with addictions to drugs and alcohol or suffering from depression or eating disorders.
The outlook:
Demand for occupational therapists is expected to swell going forward, with employment increasing 26 percent between 2008 to 2018—significantly faster than other fields. Occupational therapists held about 105,000 positions in 2008, the Labor Department reported. As the baby boom generation retires in growing numbers, demand for occupational therapists specializing in elderly treatment will be particularly strong.
Money:
The median annual salary for occupational therapists was $69,630 in 2009, according to the Labor Department. The highest-paid 10 percent earned more than $100,000, while the lowest-paid 10 percent made less than $45,340.
Upward mobility:
Assuming managerial responsibilities such as supervision of aides and administrative tasks can help occupational therapists advance their careers. Developing an expertise in a specific area—say, physical rehabilitation or mental health—will push workers up the ladder as well.
Activity level:
Although it can vary depending on the clients, occupational therapy tends to be tiring work. Therapists are often on their feet for much of the day.
[See a list of the best healthcare careers.]
Stress level:
The degree of stress will vary depending on the client and setting, but it can be high. Because certain clients may take a long time to recover, occupational therapists must have plenty of patience. Those considering the field should also have the ability to adapt to the diverse needs of clients and work settings.
Education and preparation:
At a minimum, occupational therapists need a master's degree or higher in the field. Many universities have full-time occupational therapy programs, and an increasing number have weekend or part-time courses as well. A minimum of 24 weeks of supervised fieldwork is required. Upon graduation from an accredited program, candidates must pass a national certification test before obtaining their license.
[Find online degree programs in healthcare.]
Real advice from real people about landing a job as an occupational therapist:
Frank Gainer, a program director at the American Occupational Therapy Association, says, "The challenge will not be in finding a job, but finding the right job. New practitioners will have a number of job offers. Clinical training can help pinpoint what type of practice setting appeals to new occupational practitioners. Other considerations include: what types of patients do I want to help; how much supervision will I receive as a new graduate; what type of treatment team atmosphere is present; what are the productivity requirements; will I be required to supervise any support staff; what opportunities are there for professional development and promotion; are weekend hours required; what are the job benefits; and what is the pay structure—salaried or per diem?"
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Less than 3 weeks away...
I will be home in less than 18 days!!!! Thank goodness it is starting to get COLD...
Snow in the forecast for Thursday woohoo but the 22 degree weather is not all that great.
Just 2 portfolios, 1 exam, 4 finals, and a few little papers and I will be on my flight home to CALIFORNIA... I am so excited to be coming home for the holidays. I cant wait to see everyone especially my beautiful family.
Love you all off to study and do Homework!!!!!
:)
Snow in the forecast for Thursday woohoo but the 22 degree weather is not all that great.
Just 2 portfolios, 1 exam, 4 finals, and a few little papers and I will be on my flight home to CALIFORNIA... I am so excited to be coming home for the holidays. I cant wait to see everyone especially my beautiful family.
Love you all off to study and do Homework!!!!!
:)
Friday, November 26, 2010
Thanksgiving.
Not what we say about our blessings, but how we use them, is the true measure of our thanksgiving. - W. T. Purkiser
This year was my first ever Thanksgiving without my family. I live in St Louis a million miles away from home and I was faced with the reality that I might be alone.
However, I have many amazing friends and so Cathy decided to have the 8 of us that remained and create a makeshift thanksgiving, in which we could all be together and appreciate what we have given and what we have all received these past 3 months. I am blessed with friends whose lens of life is one of love and friendship. Individuals who do not see the at times immature 23 year old girl whom is searching on her journey towards an unknown density but are able to see all the love I have to give.
I am blessed with love from all people. I felt it hard yesterday and am so grateful that my family and friends all made the effort to share love with me. I felt God as the snow fell down on me- kissing my cheeks and big flower headband.
So after Olin's turkey lunch, Lori, Brittany and I journeyed through the snow to Cathys house. We enjoyed christmas movies and cooked together while enjoying great conversations and laughter. After everything was finally cooked we had a beautiful sit down dinner with a beautiful circle of expressions of thankfulness. After eating everything and more, we enjoyed a relaxing Mary Poppins showing followed my Wii games. BEautiful evening, beautiful friends, and what an amazing time.
It might not have been NORMAL thanksgiving but I know I was given a gift of love and friendship. I am blessed. I am thankful.
And now count down to home continues... 24 days :)
Hugs and Love <3
This year was my first ever Thanksgiving without my family. I live in St Louis a million miles away from home and I was faced with the reality that I might be alone.
However, I have many amazing friends and so Cathy decided to have the 8 of us that remained and create a makeshift thanksgiving, in which we could all be together and appreciate what we have given and what we have all received these past 3 months. I am blessed with friends whose lens of life is one of love and friendship. Individuals who do not see the at times immature 23 year old girl whom is searching on her journey towards an unknown density but are able to see all the love I have to give. I am blessed with love from all people. I felt it hard yesterday and am so grateful that my family and friends all made the effort to share love with me. I felt God as the snow fell down on me- kissing my cheeks and big flower headband.
So after Olin's turkey lunch, Lori, Brittany and I journeyed through the snow to Cathys house. We enjoyed christmas movies and cooked together while enjoying great conversations and laughter. After everything was finally cooked we had a beautiful sit down dinner with a beautiful circle of expressions of thankfulness. After eating everything and more, we enjoyed a relaxing Mary Poppins showing followed my Wii games. BEautiful evening, beautiful friends, and what an amazing time.It might not have been NORMAL thanksgiving but I know I was given a gift of love and friendship. I am blessed. I am thankful.
And now count down to home continues... 24 days :)
Hugs and Love <3
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Sunday, November 21, 2010
Olin Family Thanksgiving..
We had Thanksgiving on Saturday. It was a blast. Allison and I spent all day at the mall enjoying life and SHOPPING.. we needed hats and we were successful. :) Along with adding a million new things to my Santa Wish List, I got items to help keep me warm and cozy. |
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Stephanie and Lori made everything from Turkey to scallop potatoes to gravy... so amazing and filling. We finished the night with Adult Mad Lips and laughing about life.
I am so blessed to have such great people around me!!!
-love
amanda
Saturday, November 20, 2010
BTD and Lighting the city
The rest of the week was difficult and as I struggled to keep from drowning in assignment I ate some really good foods and took naps. Also wore the onesie mom and Emmi sent to me- it is red with monkeys on the feet. I must say I look GOOD in it!!! :)Then we saw Harry Potter Friday and I was blown away by how good it was!! We went to chase plaza again and this time they had an organist playing before the show.. oh st Louis!
Finally Friday night was the lighting of st Louis. FredBird (cardinals), Rampage (Rams), Yoga, and many more odd mascots came to help Santa and his friends LIGHT up the trees downtown followed by fireworks. It was beautiful and what a view it is to watch fireworks from a amphitheater downtown looking out to the Mississippi river with the arch and fireworks. AMAZING. We followed this with an amazing Italian dinner. AND then returned to study!! Gosh I wish every night did not end with "and then we studied". ha- on side note a child standing next to us started bad mouthing Disneyland and i told him off, "excuse me lil child, but have u ever BEEN to Disneyland..I think not, don't talk shit!!".
Today is essay finishing day, Hat shopping, and my first of 3 turkey meals!!!
<3 I come home in 29 days!!!!!! Cant wait, Peace and LOVE
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Oh St Louis
It's getting colder.. slowly but surely. And peppermint mochas are here!! :)
School is crazy as everyone tries to finish up the piles of homework before they had head for break. I am staying here so have plenty of time to work and enjoy the fall leaves and the winter air. I bought a coat and scarf and boots and am ready for the colder weather.
Friday is the lighting of st louis parade and an Indian Event... so much to do in St Louis...and then Olin Turkey night on sunday!! Finally my friends and I are having thanksgiving on thanksgiving in our PJs! :)
I love school and st louis!!
<3
School is crazy as everyone tries to finish up the piles of homework before they had head for break. I am staying here so have plenty of time to work and enjoy the fall leaves and the winter air. I bought a coat and scarf and boots and am ready for the colder weather.
Friday is the lighting of st louis parade and an Indian Event... so much to do in St Louis...and then Olin Turkey night on sunday!! Finally my friends and I are having thanksgiving on thanksgiving in our PJs! :)
I love school and st louis!!
<3
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Pies and Friends
I love PIE.... Tonight Allison and I made pies... Mine- Pumpkin Pecan Pie and Allison- Good old hearty pumpkin pie.
YUM, cant wait to come home and bake some more pies and cookies!!!! I am sure these wont be the last though.
<3 yummm
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YUM, cant wait to come home and bake some more pies and cookies!!!! I am sure these wont be the last though.
<3 yummm
Monday, November 8, 2010
Decisions.
Today I went to a meeting about deciding which program I want to pursue.
Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy (2)
or Doctorate of Occupational Therapy (3)
I am so confused about which is best for me. I have so many things I want to do, so many paths I can take. I want to give now but find myself sitting in class. At times I feel so defeated. I have so much love to give and no one to give it to. I want to HELP and create change.
Dr. Baum empowers me. She is a huge role model in my life but there are things that I want for my life that she doesn't feel are important. Yes, I want to be an amazing therapist and create additional evidence for the interventions we provide but I also want MY own life. My own family. Where is the balance? How do I balance everything?
So the balance... first I need to decide what difference I WANT TO MAKE! Do I want to create a change in the care of pre-mature infants in the NICU, do I want to help returning/ active armed force members reenter society or return to war, do I want to be in school districts and aid children with mental illness or sensory modulation issues. ?!?!!? I want to change it ALL!!!!
So many decisions...so many options...Pro and Con list here i come!!!
<3 me
Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy (2)
or Doctorate of Occupational Therapy (3)
I am so confused about which is best for me. I have so many things I want to do, so many paths I can take. I want to give now but find myself sitting in class. At times I feel so defeated. I have so much love to give and no one to give it to. I want to HELP and create change.
Dr. Baum empowers me. She is a huge role model in my life but there are things that I want for my life that she doesn't feel are important. Yes, I want to be an amazing therapist and create additional evidence for the interventions we provide but I also want MY own life. My own family. Where is the balance? How do I balance everything?
So the balance... first I need to decide what difference I WANT TO MAKE! Do I want to create a change in the care of pre-mature infants in the NICU, do I want to help returning/ active armed force members reenter society or return to war, do I want to be in school districts and aid children with mental illness or sensory modulation issues. ?!?!!? I want to change it ALL!!!!
So many decisions...so many options...Pro and Con list here i come!!!
<3 me
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Studying..
My second BIG-HUGE anatomy test is now upon us. It is monday at 3pm and so I have 2 days to study...and wow is it not fun. Although yes it is interesting, staying in on the weekend when its finally back in the 50s is horrible. This exam is mostly about the upper extremity including the brachial plexus and the entire hand which may be small but has a ton of bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, etc.
On a side note, we have now finished dissection of "Jane aka Daphne" from now on we will just see prosection which are done by the TAs.
I bought a new coat for the cold weather! It is adorable. Redish and girly and adorable. I was told today that I look like lil red riding hood. haha I guess that is good.
And now BACK to studying!!!!!
<3 me
On a side note, we have now finished dissection of "Jane aka Daphne" from now on we will just see prosection which are done by the TAs.
I bought a new coat for the cold weather! It is adorable. Redish and girly and adorable. I was told today that I look like lil red riding hood. haha I guess that is good.
And now BACK to studying!!!!!
<3 me
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Random
I finally got the pictures I have been waiting for... i made a collage for my room of the wedding!!.JPG)
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SO fun!!!
Happy Halloween EVERYONE!! I love this holiday and St Louis does it well! :)
Now back to school after a week of 55 hrs of work- so excited. Even if I have a paper and much more undone homework due tomorrow!!
48 days and I come home!!!
love and hugs
amanda
Friday, October 29, 2010
Fieldwork!
What a week...
This week I have learned so much. I have observed everything from Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to Outpatient Rehab. I was able to meet and follow some very interesting and talented OTs. They were eager to share their passions with me and remind me why I go to 40 hours of school a week...The one of the main OTs I was paired with worked 11 hour days and so I learned what 11 hrs without a nap felt like- it led to me falling asleep at 830p a mere hour and a half after I got home. Thus no homework was achieved this week except preforming the COPM (Canadian Occupational Performance Measure) which I had to administer for a class and the SOAP note I had to write about the interview.
I also have a maybe topic for my research which is really exciting. I am think Im going to formulate my question about sensory integration / sensory processing of premies in the NICU and 2 year follow up. Maybe look at neurological testing and progress. It is definitely in first stages and I dont really know if I actually will get the NICU as my lab but I hope. I would also love to one day work in the NICU and just work with little bittie babies.. :)
It is odd having all my friends gone. I had to ride the metro to the market yesterday after work but found a much better market than the one I had been going to. much less shady. ha. and i love downtown so it was a nice escape from the central west end (in which i live and where 90% of people are in scrubs).
OH, I realized I never wrote about the Gala that I volunteered at. It was for the Catholic Student Center and it was to raise money for student ministry. Jessica and I were assigned babysitting. I was so excited until they said 10 kids plus 2 infants. ha. But it ended up being so much fun. The kids were intense and crazy. But my favorite Jack became my lil green monster and clung to my back most of the evening. Izzy who looked like Boo from Monsters, Inc. fell asleep in my arms while Ansley jumped over couches at the Ritz Carlton where the Gala was held. Luckily they had us in a room way in the back away from people. It was a fun experience and I really enjoyed watching normal developmental children to again ignite my passion to create change for children whom are unable to meet their milestones. This week has been incredible but it will be nice to see my friend and relax and maybe even trick or treat this weekend.
OH, I am volunteering tomorrow for the Breast Cancer walk..630 call time...why oh why do i do this?! ha. But a few second years are working too so I will have someone to make sure I am awake.
ok so I think that is all. oh st louis is finally getting colder as of yesterday. cross ur fingers we dont have any more tornado warning :)
love and hugs
amanda
This week I have learned so much. I have observed everything from Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to Outpatient Rehab. I was able to meet and follow some very interesting and talented OTs. They were eager to share their passions with me and remind me why I go to 40 hours of school a week...The one of the main OTs I was paired with worked 11 hour days and so I learned what 11 hrs without a nap felt like- it led to me falling asleep at 830p a mere hour and a half after I got home. Thus no homework was achieved this week except preforming the COPM (Canadian Occupational Performance Measure) which I had to administer for a class and the SOAP note I had to write about the interview.
I also have a maybe topic for my research which is really exciting. I am think Im going to formulate my question about sensory integration / sensory processing of premies in the NICU and 2 year follow up. Maybe look at neurological testing and progress. It is definitely in first stages and I dont really know if I actually will get the NICU as my lab but I hope. I would also love to one day work in the NICU and just work with little bittie babies.. :)
It is odd having all my friends gone. I had to ride the metro to the market yesterday after work but found a much better market than the one I had been going to. much less shady. ha. and i love downtown so it was a nice escape from the central west end (in which i live and where 90% of people are in scrubs).
OH, I realized I never wrote about the Gala that I volunteered at. It was for the Catholic Student Center and it was to raise money for student ministry. Jessica and I were assigned babysitting. I was so excited until they said 10 kids plus 2 infants. ha. But it ended up being so much fun. The kids were intense and crazy. But my favorite Jack became my lil green monster and clung to my back most of the evening. Izzy who looked like Boo from Monsters, Inc. fell asleep in my arms while Ansley jumped over couches at the Ritz Carlton where the Gala was held. Luckily they had us in a room way in the back away from people. It was a fun experience and I really enjoyed watching normal developmental children to again ignite my passion to create change for children whom are unable to meet their milestones. This week has been incredible but it will be nice to see my friend and relax and maybe even trick or treat this weekend.
OH, I am volunteering tomorrow for the Breast Cancer walk..630 call time...why oh why do i do this?! ha. But a few second years are working too so I will have someone to make sure I am awake.
ok so I think that is all. oh st louis is finally getting colder as of yesterday. cross ur fingers we dont have any more tornado warning :)
love and hugs
amanda
Saturday, October 23, 2010
Pumpkin Patch
It was a fun day!!!! :)
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Interesting turn on my week
This week is all about getting ready for my first rotation which starts next Monday at Children's Hospital in St Louis. I will be doing outpatient nuero. This week is full of excitement, finally getting to practice what I have been learning for the past 7 weeks. Although full of assignment, I was positively energized.
Today I received news that sank in hard. A student at NDHS was killed yesterday after being hit by a car. His friends responded with creating groups on facebook to remember him. Upon reading my memories of Conor, I was thrown back to Jenn. The accident had similarities and I found myself lost in thoughts of eternity. The weeks after Jenn passed in 2001, I remember the inability to believe that she was gone. The long days and years that piled up until it became fact that she had left us. I feel deeply for the friends and family of Conor. Tragedy it is for a young spirit to have left us so early, so premature. In these times, let us again remember to share love; freely professing our feelings to the persons we care about. God has a plan for us, we are here to fulfill our own densities through Him and for Him. Although thrown into such busy and scheduled lives, please remember to love; proclaim it from the rooftops or in private but take a minute everyday to remind your loved ones.
For my family and friends I am truly thankful. I have been blessed with an amazing support system full of love and acceptance. I have been given hundreds of smiles and hugs to remind me that I am important, that i am special. Share kind words and acceptance of all. Do good, Give everything, and fill your heart with passion for God's family.
Thank you a million times for the love I feel all the way in St Louis.
Pray for healing for Conor's family and for the entire NDHS community.
Today I received news that sank in hard. A student at NDHS was killed yesterday after being hit by a car. His friends responded with creating groups on facebook to remember him. Upon reading my memories of Conor, I was thrown back to Jenn. The accident had similarities and I found myself lost in thoughts of eternity. The weeks after Jenn passed in 2001, I remember the inability to believe that she was gone. The long days and years that piled up until it became fact that she had left us. I feel deeply for the friends and family of Conor. Tragedy it is for a young spirit to have left us so early, so premature. In these times, let us again remember to share love; freely professing our feelings to the persons we care about. God has a plan for us, we are here to fulfill our own densities through Him and for Him. Although thrown into such busy and scheduled lives, please remember to love; proclaim it from the rooftops or in private but take a minute everyday to remind your loved ones.
For my family and friends I am truly thankful. I have been blessed with an amazing support system full of love and acceptance. I have been given hundreds of smiles and hugs to remind me that I am important, that i am special. Share kind words and acceptance of all. Do good, Give everything, and fill your heart with passion for God's family.
Thank you a million times for the love I feel all the way in St Louis.
Pray for healing for Conor's family and for the entire NDHS community.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Manual Muscle Testing
This week is full of Fall. It is beautiful outside about 70-75 during the day with sun and breeze. St Louis is beautiful this season. It is hard to stay inside and write the papers I need to write. My window looks out towards the beautiful park making it all that much harder to study.
Now that my jet-lag is over I am once again so happy to be in st louis and learning so much. This week I am working on manual muscle testing, Range of Motion, and individual muscle testing. We have a practical exam next week before fieldwork and I need lots of practice. So I am going to try to bust out the rest of my sports experience paper and the historical occupational therapy paper and the biomechanic activity analysis article review.... maybe I will make it back to the gym this week...although all the walking I do, to the market, to school, to everywhere...is probably working a lot of calories off plus the dancing. Study breaks have evolved into dance breaks often inspired by some pop artist of the 90s or Broadway soundtrack.
that is enough for now...
lots of love and peace this week. And especially thanks to our Lord for blessing Amy and her new husband, as well as the 33 miners in Chile who have returned safely to their families.
:) <3 amanda
Now that my jet-lag is over I am once again so happy to be in st louis and learning so much. This week I am working on manual muscle testing, Range of Motion, and individual muscle testing. We have a practical exam next week before fieldwork and I need lots of practice. So I am going to try to bust out the rest of my sports experience paper and the historical occupational therapy paper and the biomechanic activity analysis article review.... maybe I will make it back to the gym this week...although all the walking I do, to the market, to school, to everywhere...is probably working a lot of calories off plus the dancing. Study breaks have evolved into dance breaks often inspired by some pop artist of the 90s or Broadway soundtrack.
that is enough for now...
lots of love and peace this week. And especially thanks to our Lord for blessing Amy and her new husband, as well as the 33 miners in Chile who have returned safely to their families.
:) <3 amanda
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Cali Trip... and wedding fun!
This weekend was beautiful. I am so thankful for my friends and family. Amy and Tim's weekend was awesome. It started an hour after I got in at her Cali-Mex themed Bachelorlette party which was adorable and filled with every from games to a pinata. I inherited a 3 month old for the night whose mother referred to me the entire weekend as the baby whisperer. haha Thomas was the best baby ever!
Saturday was full of visiting the new house, shopping, and then being bombarded by the new neighbors who pegged steven as related to the artners and me the non-related one. hah. Then we went to Martz's aunt house... it has a 3 story tree house and is on hgtv every Halloween for the decorations. It was amazing. and finally sunday.. We made brunch at Jac's house and enjoyed the day until the wedding...
Welcome Mr. and Mrs. Addink
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I have already booked my Xmas return to cali... Dec 17th to Jan 18th... more love to come!!
:) thank you all and congrats amy and tim! What a beautiful and faithful couple you are. I am so lucky to be in your life!!!
:) faith, hope, love
amanda
Friday, October 8, 2010
What a week...
This week was crazy... full of homework and class assignments. But I am done for now and I am about to head to the airport to come home for the weekend. Amy (my high school best friend) is getting married!!! I am so happy for her and so excited to see everyone. Tonight is the bachlorette party and in the Louisville HS tradition we are bringing our favorite quote to share with Amy. I am so blessed to have such incredible friends whom love and support have shaped me since I was little.
Last night we went to an event called Mindstorm, which consisted of a 7 min simulation of what having schizophrenia would be like and following was a discussion with a psychiatrist, a social worker, and Joanie who has been living with schizophrenia for over 35 years. It was so interesting and I am so inspired by Joanie's story. She explained that although treated with many different medicines, she still hears voices consistently throughout every day. She explained that they never stop telling her to hurt herself but through her spiritual community and the Independence center here in st Louis, she knows there is hope and that she is someone, someone special and just because she lives with a mental illness does not make her any different than anyone else. She was beautiful and her dedication to living a good life through God was beautiful.
On a side note and a completely different topic... one of my professor is Carolyn Baum. She has been the president for AOTA and has written most of my text books. We had a lecture from her earlier in the week and I can not stop thinking about how amazing her passion is. She is truly one of my role models. As she spoke I scrambled to down quote after quote that rolled off her tongue. She talked about how we as a world live our normal lives through adaptive technology.. she says, how many people could get to the 30th floor in a building without an elevator. Then why do we disable individuals whom have disabilities. A totally abled man who happens to be in a wheelchair is disabled when a building does not have a ramp...why are we as a world disabling individuals?
Ok, I am off now.
Peace and Love
Amanda :)
Last night we went to an event called Mindstorm, which consisted of a 7 min simulation of what having schizophrenia would be like and following was a discussion with a psychiatrist, a social worker, and Joanie who has been living with schizophrenia for over 35 years. It was so interesting and I am so inspired by Joanie's story. She explained that although treated with many different medicines, she still hears voices consistently throughout every day. She explained that they never stop telling her to hurt herself but through her spiritual community and the Independence center here in st Louis, she knows there is hope and that she is someone, someone special and just because she lives with a mental illness does not make her any different than anyone else. She was beautiful and her dedication to living a good life through God was beautiful.
On a side note and a completely different topic... one of my professor is Carolyn Baum. She has been the president for AOTA and has written most of my text books. We had a lecture from her earlier in the week and I can not stop thinking about how amazing her passion is. She is truly one of my role models. As she spoke I scrambled to down quote after quote that rolled off her tongue. She talked about how we as a world live our normal lives through adaptive technology.. she says, how many people could get to the 30th floor in a building without an elevator. Then why do we disable individuals whom have disabilities. A totally abled man who happens to be in a wheelchair is disabled when a building does not have a ramp...why are we as a world disabling individuals?
Ok, I am off now.
Peace and Love
Amanda :)
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Anatomy...
I had my first BIG anatomy exam which is 15% of my grade.. it went ok, i am happy its over and have now learned how i should be studying for the next one. cross ur fingers I did better than ok! ha
This week is going to go fast and I have a lot to do. I am coming home Friday for my friend Amy's wedding. So no hw on the weekend... wish me luck that I get everything done.
i love you all
hugs and love
amanda
This week is going to go fast and I have a lot to do. I am coming home Friday for my friend Amy's wedding. So no hw on the weekend... wish me luck that I get everything done.
i love you all
hugs and love
amanda
Saturday, October 2, 2010
Cards Game!!!!!
After weeks of being a St Louis resident, I still had not made it to a Cardinals game and so we went!!!
9 of us (Chelsea, Lisa, Lori, Brittany, Heather, Mike,Allison,Stephanie, and Me- yes only 1 boy) but it was a Wash U Cards Night so we got to meet a TON of new grad students from the non-medical school. Since our campus is separate from the rest of Wash U it has been hard to branch out but my new friend Alex and I are putting together a mixer for the boys from the MBA program and the girls from OT! haha- I am thinking an 80s theme mixer.
Back to the game... the Cards were awesome (kinda) but it was a blast! We took the crazy metro full of Cards and Blues fans everyone dressed in red or blue!!! So fun! They played the Rockies whom lost horribly. :) woohoo Cards!!!
and now we study A LOT!!!!! For Monday's big anatomy test!
oh ps. I got an A on my first Paper on client centered care in terms of meanings and goals! And I think I found the lab I want to research in!! Neonatal Lab!!!
I love OT
hugs and love
9 of us (Chelsea, Lisa, Lori, Brittany, Heather, Mike,Allison,Stephanie, and Me- yes only 1 boy) but it was a Wash U Cards Night so we got to meet a TON of new grad students from the non-medical school. Since our campus is separate from the rest of Wash U it has been hard to branch out but my new friend Alex and I are putting together a mixer for the boys from the MBA program and the girls from OT! haha- I am thinking an 80s theme mixer.
Back to the game... the Cards were awesome (kinda) but it was a blast! We took the crazy metro full of Cards and Blues fans everyone dressed in red or blue!!! So fun! They played the Rockies whom lost horribly. :) woohoo Cards!!!
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| me, Allison, Chelsea, Mike |
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| the group |
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| brittany and me cheering |
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| adorable. |
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| the game |
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| the metro on the way home... |
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| Lisa and I!!!! :) |
oh ps. I got an A on my first Paper on client centered care in terms of meanings and goals! And I think I found the lab I want to research in!! Neonatal Lab!!!
I love OT
hugs and love
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