I'm Back

So I found out that my mobile uploads to my blog were costing me a fortune. It isn't as convienent to post from my laptop, but I am going to try harder, or add another $10 to my phone service, what's another 10 when I already pay $135/month.

Anyhow I am back and so is the feeling in my thumb. I have had an amazing time working during my externship at the hospital. I have scrubbed into over 150 surgeries and love every minute of it. It is hard and there are still good days and off days. I can't pick any particular experience that sticks out. Amputations have become ho-hum believe it or not. Neuro is still my favorite specialty. Ortho is my least, but I could grow to like it. It is an exclusive club and I still feel on the outside. I have been offered a job at Salem hospital and have to weigh it against some Portland opportunities. I really do like it at Salem hospital and even got Christmas cards and Birthday gifts from nurses there.

I still have 5 weeks left and plan on blogging more often during this time.

Speaking of Christmas, can't pass that experience. Had a great one. Here are some pics.

A new Hulden

Rusty Hulden ...

was introduced at Thanksgiving. This is Indiana's new cousin. John's brother Chris and Rita rescued Rusty recently. He and Indiana got along very well. Rusty is 10 and likes his quite new home. He and Indiana took naps just a couple of feet from each other after meeting only an hour earlier. That sounded weird, but you know what I am saying. In the puppy world, that is good. They shared a small space just fine. Rusty minds very well and has just a little separation anxiety, which is expected. Rusty's good behavior reminded us of how spoiled our little beggar is. This was most evident when Indiana rested her nose on the Thanksgiving table during dinner. Bad Parents!!