Finally............and now onto the journey

Well, I finally will have time to update more often, atleast I hope.  I took my boards on Tuesday and found out that I passed on Wednesday.  That same day I had my second interview for the nurse intern program at Toledo Hospital.  On Thursday, I received a call from Toledo Hospital and received one of two positions that were available.  Very excited and ready to begin this next journey.

Still Not Ready

Sorry everybody, but still not ready to get back into the full swing of blogging yet.  Been studying for boards which will take place this week.
Just a few quick updates......

NATHAN----we are VERY proud of him. He made it into the final round at the Tri-County Spelling Bee.  He went out on the word colloquial.  Sad to say, but I didn't even remember hearing that word before.  Just received his report card and is still pulling straight A's.  He'll be in middle school next year, so I hope that he continues being involved in school.  The school sent home is preliminary schedule for 7th grade 2 weeks ago.....not ready for that.

Matthew and Kaity both received their report cards also and both on Honor Roll again for the 9 wks. 

Tim is still working very hard. This year he will have 2 wks of vacation.  They'll probably get used all up in June with my high school reunion in Vegas and a wedding in Iowa.

Kim.........well, I finally graduated from nursing school with honors.  Worked very hard to obtain a GPA of 3.94.  Wish I had applied myself that much in high school and in college the first time.  Probably would've earned that degree a LONG time ago.

Well, that's unfortunately all I have time for right now.  Will do better updates and upload some pictures in about a week.  Have to make it through this week first.  Hope all of your families are well.  Many blessings!

It's Almost Time!

I can't believe it's really here......the light at the end of the tunnel.  Saturday at 1pm I will be walking across a stage being pinned.  I will be have earned a RN degree.  It's been a LONG 3 years and it's finally going to pay off.  I'm so scared, but so excited at the same time.  What's next????  Will there be any jobs around???  Happy thoughts will be greatly appreciated.

Brushing Teeth

Today, myself and three other nursing students did a presentation in Kaitlyn's first grade classroom on keeping teeth clean for a healthy body.  We found the cutest ideas to teach kids proper brushing and flossing and why.  So, here are a couple of ideas for your kids.  To teach how to floss, give them a piece of yarn and allow them to use that as practice between your fingers as how to floss their own teeth.  We also hard boiled 2 eggs.  One we placed in vinegar and the other left alone.  The white shell of the egg is like the enamel of our teeth. "the protector".  But, when we don't brush our teeth, and let the acid and germs stay, it weakens the enamel and causes cavitites.  After one day of the egg being left in the vinegar, the shell has softened and cracked, and in some areas completely dissolved.  These were visual and tactile forms of learning the importance of teethbrushing.  The kids really enjoyed it and were able to answer questions correctly at the end.  We also taught them songs and things to do in your head while you brush your teeth to make sure you get that 1 minute on top and 1 minute on bottom.  Just thought some of you parents might find this interesting as a teaching method for your own kids.

Catching Up

Well, it's been awhile since we've done any updating and many things have happened since the last post, but the most important have been Halloween and Birthdays.  We now have a 12 year old, a 10 year old, and a 7 year old who were Scream, a witch, and a mummy for Halloween.  Just a few pictures.  They aren't very good quality so I do apologize.

Matthew, Kaity, Nathan

Kaity after licking the frosting off the decorative balloons.

New Moon Countdown Official

Halloween

It's Halloween time. Our leaves are falling, our temperatures have dropped to the 60's, kids are wearing pants and light coats to school, and everyone is getting ready for Halloween..........except the Ackleys. We usually are on the ball, but not this year. With my graduation nearing and last minute stuff needing to be completed, I didn't even realize that it was October until today. Sadly, I don't even know what my kids are going to be for Halloween or if they've even decided yet. So, I have 3 kids, this month they will be 12, 10, and 7. The oldest are boys and the youngest is a girl. Now, I ask you this..........HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! What are some of your ideas for fun and unique Halloween costumes?