PICTURES!

As promised, here are some of the pics from Jason's birthday party in February...

Aren't we all cute?! This was the mob at our house before we went out.

ROOMIES! <3 I'm not sure why we were laughing so hard...
Me and the hubs
Part of the mob out on the town...can you say TROUBLE?!
Me and Heather
And remember how I told you we put Jason's birthday present in a pinata? Here's the proof and him in action attempting to open it :) Yes, we did this all indoors!

CURVEBALL

We got some unexpected, sad news this past Sunday. We found out that my Grandma Baileys passed away. Yes, she was suffering from dementia, but otherwise was in pretty good condition, especially for 87 years old. The nursing home said that she experienced respiratory distress/failure. A death in the family isn't easy though, whether it's expected or not. This also stirred up emotions since my Grandma Hill passed away just over a year ago. It got really difficult when I had to call the vet on Monday to cancel Mav's appointment with an oncologist because we will be out of town for Grandma's funeral. When Grandma Hill passed away, we were all sad, but also grateful that she wasn't suffering from the cancer any longer. I'm trying to see that side of my Grandma Baileys' passing, too, but it's proving to be more difficult. Please pray for me and for my family during this difficult time.

A MONTH, REALLY?

Ok, I realize it has been almost a month since I updated this...apparently time kinda got away from me. So here's the short version of what has happened in the last month, in no particular order:

1. I'm back in Houston! My Dallas rotation finished up at the end of February, and Goose, Tig, and I made it back home safely to Houston. We sure miss everyone, but are really happy to be back home. It makes me realize how much Ryan and I both want to move back when I finish school. But with Ryan having a really good job here, it just makes the decision difficult. Please pray that God will make the decision clear for us.

2. Ryan and I celebrated 8 years together! We stayed at the San Luis on Galveston island, got massages, walked on the beach, swam in the hotel's awesome pool, and even made a shopping trip to Murdoch's. It was low key, relaxing, and perfect.

3. I started a new rotation in Internal Medicine with a doc who is into alternative medicine. She has introduced me to medicines and techniques that I haven't been exposed to before, and I must say it can be quite interesting! She is wicked smart and works really hard; I enjoy her passion for what she does and for treating unique cases.

4. I snuck out and had fun...don't tell anyone! lol Ryan, Heather, Jason, and I went out to the rodeo one weekend and saw Luke Bryan in concert. He put on a fantastic show! I do love going to the rodeo :) Believe it or not, this was my and Ryan's first concert together.

5. I'm finally not sick anymore! 7 weeks later, it's about time! I had pharyngitis, and got a week of antibiotics. That didn't work, so they tried "supportive care" with cough suppressants, steroids, and numbing agents for my throat for about a week, and was still sick. Then I had bronchitis and got another 2 weeks of antibiotics. That seemed to work, but 2 days after finishing my antibiotics, I started having coughing fits again. That time, it was my asthma and allergies. So after about 2 weeks of keeping a tight grip on my asthma, I'm about back up to par. It feels good to breathe!

6. We have a busy week coming up. It's the end of my rotation, which is always packed full. I have a test with Dr Ayachi, and you never know what to expect with that guy. I also have a mentor meeting with the class of 2013 since they're about to leave on rotations. Then, Mav has an important vet visit on Thursday. Also, the Shell Houston Open is in town at the end of the week, so Ryan and I will be going to that at least once.

7. New rotation starts Monday and it's OB/GYN with the chief of staff at a big hospital around here. I'm a little anxious (per the usual), but really excited about this one! The idea of delivering babies makes me happy :) I know that sounds odd since I don't like kids. I'm considering working in OB/GYN when I graduate, so I hope this one goes well.

8. I got chased by a dog while out biking one day, and almost used my pepper spray on him. He tried to bite at my feet, so I kicked him. I guess he learned his lesson because he didn't come back. If he had, I was ready to go with my pepper spray! Don't mess with me! The cherry on top was that I (mind you, being color blind) was out looking for my little red tail light in the green grass :/ That fun event was followed up with some patient logging, as you know, my favorite activity (insert sarcasm). That day was a bit rough...

9. In case you hadn't noticed, spring is HERE! Sunny weather (perfect for running and biking), bluebonnets blooming, and more baby ducks at the pond! Daylight savings time is not my favorite event (losing an hour of sleep does NOT sit well with me), but I do enjoy that it's still sunny when I get off work. Bad news is that the mosquitoes are coming...ugh. I plan on enjoying the pretty weather and being outdoors while I can!

Well, I think that about does it! Hopefully it won't be another month before I get back here. I would love to post pics, but Heather still has custody of all the pics from Jason's bday part back in FEBRUARY and she has the pics from the rodeo/concert...so if you want pics posted, go annoy her :) LOVE YOU ROOMIE!