Ever changing world

It's funny how much everything changes.

I'm working in another section of the hospital today, not that much different from the other units I've been pulled to. I'll be basically working in a doctors office today. You check patients in, get vital signs, ask about any problems, and send them in a room to be seen by a physician. Not that big of a deal. It's flu season and I'm sure to be giving everyone that comes in a flu shot (I work with older veterans). It's difficult to believe that people complain about having to go and help another unit as though they were asked to relinquish their first born child. Maybe it's because although I've been doing this for multiple years now, I'm still not used to working as a minority; with women being the majority.


DISCLAIMER: I HAVE NOTHING AGAINST WOMEN. IN GENERAL I THINK THEY ARE GREAT.


BUT, it appears as though someone (or more) has something to complain about everyday, all day long. I know, "your complaining now!" Yes I am. The difference is, (at least in my small mind) I will say what is bothering me and be done with it. I'll let it rest. I just need to tell someone (anyone or even no one at all) my problems or complaints, just so I get them off my chest without hurting anyone's feelings or upsetting someone. And then I'm done. I've had my say and it's over. I know if I hold things in I'll explode onto someone (or stroke out with high blood pressure). The women I work with, at least, complain about the same things constantly. Is it difficult for people to let things go that they have no control over? And why do I have to suffer for what their husbands/boyfriends have done? I don't need to hear about how men are lazy, self-centered, idiots. Yes, they are out there. But why do we instantly become horrible because that's the type of guy you're attracted to? It just gets old after a while, and I've heard this for years now.

On another note, last night my son had his first semi-big concert, this year, in the orchestra. It was very nice. He spent the entire day with orchestra members from two other schools, practicing for the concert, getting to know each other, and learning different types of music. He was very impressed with the guest musician. He taught them jazz and blues. He also had them play their musical instrument while he played background piano. My son said that was different/neat because they were told to play "off the cuff". They played whatever they felt like, with no sheet music or instruction/advice. Apparently, the kids had a good time.

As to the fact of everything changing; I just turned on the "word verification" for comments. I find it sad that we've gone from businesses bothering you at home trying to sell you something to them sending emails, faxing you ads, bugging you on your cell phone, and now soliciting you on your website. In the past two days, I've had two or three comment solicitations. What's next? Is it true that I'll have to be careful of walking past a vending machine for fear of it telling me to buy this or that? Next, instead of billboards blaring their statements at you when you drive down the road, will the trucks be equipped with devices that when you're driving next to them they'll try to sell you something (mobile billboards)?

Again, I digress. I just think if everyone tried a little harder to make someone else's life a little more enjoyable we'd all be better off. And that's my two cents worth (for what it's worth).

Best.

Mediocrity

Today is just another day. Not much going on. It is bosses day (well, Sunday was the official day), but we're going to celebrate tomorrow. WHOOPEE!!

I have been running ragged lately. There just doesn't seem to be enough time in the day. I need to stop sleeping so I can get more done at night. I just can't seem to get ahead. How do I go about getting hours added to the day? Do I need to put in a petition to the President?

I really can't wait for the Halloween parties. I need a break, desperately! I still don't have everything ready for my costume! And I'm going to need a another costume for my bosses party! I need to retire so I have more time at home. Can you retire at 34 while having no money? I thought I'd make money as a nurse, but I don't seem to have one of those higher paying jobs. I must be doing something wrong! I need a career change as well. Maybe I just need a life change. Can I tried mine in for a new one?

That's enough with the questions. I'll stop for now and try to work on my other blog (through Yahoo!). My cousin started one with them and that's the easiest way I found to talk to him and his wife as they live in Germany.

Best.

Gripe for today.

I know, it's been awhile. I'm trying to make changes and I just don't seem to have the time. With repairs/changes to the house and my wife's family going in and out of the hospital, time is very short.

I have a question for anyone who might happen upon this mess I call a blog. What ever happened to the old stike anywhere matches? I've been looking for them for quite a while now. Does no one make them any more? I use them in emergency/survival kits as water proof matches (with minor alterations). You can strike them on any rough surface and get a flame. It's driving me crazy (although I never stray far from there anyway) looking for them. I'm guessing they only make them for the movies now a days. If I'm wrong, please correct me and tell me where I can get them!

Halloween is quickly approaching. I'm going as Brainiac, the arch nemesis of Superman! It's to a friends party with a Superhero theme. My youngest son (14 months) is going as Superman. My oldest son (12) and wife haven't decided what there going as. I may be wearing it twice as my boss is throwing a party at her house. All I need to get are green tights (it's hard finding tights in my size - even in the Big Girl section) and some blinking lights for the head gear. I haven't decided how I'm doing the lights yet. Any ideas?

Enough for today,
Best.