My New Niece: Lovella Cassie Marie! <3
Monday, October 29, 2012
Friday, October 5, 2012
Freewrite Rejuvenate!
After doing the freewrite I almost feel like I just got out of a therapy session. All of my problems that I am facing were just blurted out on paper. Although there was quite a list of things, they seemed more manageable because they are listed out on paper.
One apparent thing in my freewrite is that I am impatiently awaiting the birth of my new niece. My sister is 39 weeks pregnant (40 weeks on Tuesday Oct. 9th), and we are so excited to greet my niece when she comes. My sister and I are very close and she wants me to be present at the time of the birth. Although I am honored that she would ask and overjoyed to share that beautiful experience with her, I am also full of worry and scared to watch her endure so much pain, (As a mother myself, I know the pain endured with childbearing). So, the wait continues. I'm positive she will be worth the wait!
Also, this week I went to the doctor because I was sure that I have attention deficit disorder (new finding) and I went in for an evaluation. The doctor heard my concerns, but informed me that she feels that I do not have ADD, but in fact am overwhelmed. She referred me to a psychologist and recommended that I quit my job if I could financially afford to do so.
Then there is the existing issue, and that is that I am struggling with getting my homework and readings done. I lack the ability to manage my time in a productive way.
On a positive note, this week my husband and I have signed up and are committing to joining to the local biggest loser competition. This is a great step to bettering our health and lives. Not to mention, getting paid to lose weight!
The freewrite for me was great, and I feel like if I could make the time to do it once a week, it would work as great therapy for me. I am able to get out my feelings that I do not usually bring to surface or address, and bring them out to the forefront.
One apparent thing in my freewrite is that I am impatiently awaiting the birth of my new niece. My sister is 39 weeks pregnant (40 weeks on Tuesday Oct. 9th), and we are so excited to greet my niece when she comes. My sister and I are very close and she wants me to be present at the time of the birth. Although I am honored that she would ask and overjoyed to share that beautiful experience with her, I am also full of worry and scared to watch her endure so much pain, (As a mother myself, I know the pain endured with childbearing). So, the wait continues. I'm positive she will be worth the wait!
Also, this week I went to the doctor because I was sure that I have attention deficit disorder (new finding) and I went in for an evaluation. The doctor heard my concerns, but informed me that she feels that I do not have ADD, but in fact am overwhelmed. She referred me to a psychologist and recommended that I quit my job if I could financially afford to do so.
Then there is the existing issue, and that is that I am struggling with getting my homework and readings done. I lack the ability to manage my time in a productive way.
On a positive note, this week my husband and I have signed up and are committing to joining to the local biggest loser competition. This is a great step to bettering our health and lives. Not to mention, getting paid to lose weight!
The freewrite for me was great, and I feel like if I could make the time to do it once a week, it would work as great therapy for me. I am able to get out my feelings that I do not usually bring to surface or address, and bring them out to the forefront.
Monday, September 10, 2012
I'm a SLACKER!
Sorry I am late on posting my blog this week. I had a bit of a crazy week. Trying to adjust and come to terms with the fact that I am back to school, and need to buckle down to do my homework.
I'm trying to alter my sleeping schedule to fit in late night readings and early morning postings. Not really working out. I have yet to conquer the online learning environment. If anyone of you have any ideas or recommendations for me that may make my online learning experience more pleasant or easier, please do share! Hope you are all having a good week! TTFN! Natalie
I'm trying to alter my sleeping schedule to fit in late night readings and early morning postings. Not really working out. I have yet to conquer the online learning environment. If anyone of you have any ideas or recommendations for me that may make my online learning experience more pleasant or easier, please do share! Hope you are all having a good week! TTFN! Natalie
Friday, August 31, 2012
Conquering Procrastination
Hello everyone,
While pondering the prompts, I think about my
biggest challenges as a student and they are clear to me, procrastination and
time management. As a mother of two young children, my life is busy without
adding school into the mix. The hardest part for me is setting aside the time
away from my family and doing homework. On the weekends I like to spend that
time with my husband and our kids and do something together. I almost feel
guilty because I am so busy, so I feel like I at least owe them my time on the
weekends. Through my academic journey
I have noticed that I most often wait until close to a deadline to sit down and
crunch out a paper or study for a test.
My plan at the beginning of each semester that I
start I always tell myself that I will work on procrastination and time
management this semester and conquer it. Thus far, I haven’t been able to
conquer it. J
So yet again, my plan this semester and this part of my education is to become
better at setting aside time to do my readings and homework, and still make
time to play with my kids.
I believe that I am in the driver seat when it comes
to my education. If I had gone to college after high school I wouldn’t feel
like I was in control, but now that I am older and have a grasp on reality I
can take charge of my educational journey. I feel more in control because I
know what my goal is now.
I feel that I will contribute to this online
learning community by keeping an open mind, being a good listener, and helping
anyone along the way if they need it.
Monday, August 27, 2012
Native and I know It
Hello everyone,
My name is Natalie and I am so new to the whole blog world. I live in Northern California on a small Indian Reservation. I am a proud Native American, enrolled Hoopa tribal member, and also a descendent of the Yurok and Tolowa tribes.
My life revolves around family, I am happily married to my husband, Brandon. We have two children, our son Mark (6), and daughter Peyton (3). I am the eldest child of five, and I am constantly running them around. Lol.
I decided to jump in social work after HSU closed down the nursing program. I have always wanted to work in a field where I can help people.
Growing up on the rez, there is apparent poverty and substance abuse issues, this is what gives me the drive to make it through the program so I can return to work for my tribe and start helping people in need.
I hope to get know all of you through our journey!!!
My name is Natalie and I am so new to the whole blog world. I live in Northern California on a small Indian Reservation. I am a proud Native American, enrolled Hoopa tribal member, and also a descendent of the Yurok and Tolowa tribes.
My life revolves around family, I am happily married to my husband, Brandon. We have two children, our son Mark (6), and daughter Peyton (3). I am the eldest child of five, and I am constantly running them around. Lol.
I decided to jump in social work after HSU closed down the nursing program. I have always wanted to work in a field where I can help people.
Growing up on the rez, there is apparent poverty and substance abuse issues, this is what gives me the drive to make it through the program so I can return to work for my tribe and start helping people in need.
I hope to get know all of you through our journey!!!
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