What started with a novel virus breaking out half-way across the world, seemingly far removed from us here in the United States, has turned into a health pandemic. This specific pandemic has had a unique impact on those seeking certification in the medical profession....
So much of the past couple of weeks has reminded us of living overseas. I lived in Thailand when the political turmoil resulted in a sit in at the Bangkok airport, shutting down all international travel. Around 50% of Thailand’s economy depended on tourism, so...
My husband is currently in the residency interview season and I’ve loved hearing from him about each program after the interviews. Of course there is only so much the interviews can cover as they are trying to get to know each candidate on a more personal level...
We just FINISHED our last board exam of medical school!!! Our biggest and best milestone yet! I am not a medical student. I did not take the exam. Referring to we when talking about an intensive exam that I did not study for nor take for those eight grueling hours, is...
Yesterday, while shopping at Sam’s Club the kids and I of course stopped by the pancake and syrup samples lady. It was organic syrup so I didn’t feel quite as bad allowing my children to devour…allowing myself to devour a piece. A middle aged,...
On Sunday, I needed a mental and emotional break. I was done with medical school, not in the done, I graduated, but done because the demands are too hard! My daughter was taking an afternoon nap and my eight month old son was just not tired. I sat him in front of my...