Last Day!

Yesterday was my last shift in labor and delivery. It was such an emotional roller coaster of a day for me.
I cried all the way to the hospital. I just couldn't believe that I was really taking this step.
But, by the time I left, I felt a great sense of relief. I feel like a weight has been lifted off of my shoulders. I walked out feeling scared, but excited to see what is in store for me!

I know that to some of you, this might all seem fairly dramatic. You might be wondering what the big deal is about getting a new job. But, those of you who know me well, know what a heartbreaking decision this has been for me. Being a labor and delivery nurse was not just my job, but in many ways, my identity. God has used it in my life in huge ways as my ministry, my testimony, and my passion. Walking away from it is not a decision that was made lightly or without many hours of prayer and consideration.

I don't believe that the "grass is greener" on the other side. I don't think any job is going to be perfect or be without it's own stressors. But, I do believe that this is the healthiest choice for me at this time in my life. So, though I am sad to go, I am excited and trust that I will find a new passion!

A few pictures from my last day:
(As you can probably tell from the bags under my eyes, I didn't get much sleep the night before! There was a lot of tossing and turning about this decision!)

Ginger and baby (She let me scan her while she was there and find out if we are buying pink or blue) 

It's a GIRL!!!

Even my buddy Kaden came to eat cake with us!

Theresa 

Debbie

Sherri

Sandy

Victoria

Sheila

My sweet friend Linda could not come to the party, but surprised me by showing up earlier in the day with these beautiful flowers!

And to top it all off, my coworkers collected money and got me a gift certificate to my favorite restaurant! I am so blessed to have been a part of this team and am thankful for all that I learned during the years that I spent there, but most of all for the friendships that I formed!