When I was barely old enough to talk, I would tell anyone and everyone that I wanted to be a "doctor that delivers babies" when I grew up. I always had a weird love for medicine, and babies. As I started to get older I knew I wanted to pursue a career in medicine. My desire to go to med school quickly changed when I met the love of my life and realized I wanted a happy marriage and babies of my own more than I wanted to be a slave resident for a million years. So I researched the PA profession and decided it would be perfect for me.
I shadowed in orthopedics for 4 years in undergrad to get my hours to apply to PA school, and I fell in love. I loved that there was a fix for everything. I was intrigued with all the injuries I saw, mostly because my husband and I both played sports and suffered a lot of those injuries ourselves. I thought 100% that I wanted to be an orthopedic PA.
Just a few weeks ago we started our Women's Health/OB-GYN section, and my love for delivering babies resurfaced. We got to do pelvic exams/pap smears on real women, learn how to deliver babies, etc. And I thought, 'holy cow I might want to do this with the rest of my life'. This is exciting people!! I texted my husband in the middle of a lecture and said, "I love this stuff. I really want to do this when I grow up!" :)
When people ask me how I am liking school, I start off with the expected "the studying 24/7 SUCKS" but then explain how freaking awesome it is to be learning about what I have loved for my entire life. Not many people grew up so passionate about something, and for that I am lucky! I am so thankful to be interested in what I am learning about. There is nothing in the world more liberating than pursuing your dreams.
Proof that I have always been obsessed with babies and pregnancy. My mom preggo with my baby sis. And yes, I made her do this in stores, restaurants, etc.
OMG, Owen this is the sweetest! I'm so happy you've found what you love. I tell ya, there are times I think about leaving teaching, but I've wanted to be a teacher since I was a little girl. My mom and dad used to find me teaching my dolls and Barbies with a white board and markers in my play room. I guess when you know, you know. xo
ReplyDeleteThis is so inspiring! I think finding a career that you will love and be passionate about will make your life so much more meaningful! I'm currently going to school in the hopes of becoming a Physical Therapist and I am majoring in Nutrition and Exercise Health Science and I completely agree- learning about things you love and have a passion for are so worth it and is really awesome. I'm so happy for you and I'm looking forward to following your blog and your journey : )
ReplyDeletexo Marisa
That was my major in college! I loved it! Thanks for reading!!
DeleteI think that has to be one of the most rewarding jobs to bring life into this world. I'm so excited for you and very happy I found your blog. Congrats on continue to learn what you love and thanks for linking-up. I look forward to following along.
ReplyDeleteThanks for reading! You and your blog are adorable! So happy to have found it! Xoxox
DeleteWhat a sweet post, thank you for sharing. There can't be very many things in life better than doing something you love!
ReplyDeleteaww that is amazing!! it is the best feeling to discover your direction like that!!!
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