A couple roommates and I carved pumpkins yesterday in honor of fall (even though it's spring here). It made me miss the leaves changing colors and wearing boots and scarves. I didnt realize how much i miss being home sometimes. In addition, im going to miss halloween, thanksgiving, Christmas aaaaand New Years. What was i thinking? I'm gonna be craving some spinach quiche and potato casserole.
I didn't work much last week because I was sick again. Today was a crazy day, but i spent most of my time with 1 patient. She is about 2 years old and is one of my favorites; she has an interesting family dynamic and i'm pretty sure her mom is not all there cognitively. Her granny is the sweetest lady i've met in a while. When I met this little girl she was so scared and traumatized that she wouldnt let anyone near her. She screamed and turned away from anyone other than her mom or granny. That was 3 weeks ago. Today, she approached me first and gave me a hug before I left. Her anxiety is much less and she allowed the nurse to fix her hearing aids without any problems. This turn around is not all my doing, but I know that I had a part in it. It reminds me that helping children is my calling. She is my inspiration at work when I feel like I have no idea what i'm doing.
As much as I am enjoying my time here, I really hope that I am stepping in the right direction. Eventually I do have to grow up, get a job, find a place to work full time and do whatever else you're supposed to do as an adult. I feel like part of me is still looking for my calling. For me, South Africa is a pretty good place to be right now.
wow, halfway already!?! that is flying by. can't believe it'll be thanksgiving (and then xmas, and then ny's) before we know it. i am still missing you, tho. glad to hear work is good. glad to hear it is a confirmation to you to be able to be there, with kiddos that need you. keep up the good work, shp. :) love you much. hope you still continue to feel better!
ReplyDeleteYou keep looking forward to spinach quiche and potato casserole...and it'll be waiting for you here mid-Jan!!!!
ReplyDeleteIf I'm not mistaken, Breaux had a message some time ago in which he said, God isn't so concerned about where you go as who you're becoming...and I am confident that there are LOTS of children who need someone to advocate for them and offer them refuge and a safe, appropriate relationship...here in the States (hint, hint!) ;-) So, while you're wondering about a certain direction, pay attention to His leading and guiding...that still, small Voice that calls to our hearts to know Him better. As long as you partner w/ Him, you cannot fail!!