What to do?!

As you all know I have desperately been trying to find an ultrasound job now that I passed my national board exams. I have applied everywhere, but I would love to move to Phoenix I decided. Well, I got a call before I went to Virginia to interview in Kingman Arizona. It is about an hour and half outside of vegas on the way to Phoenix. When I got home from Virginia I set up to have my interview yesterday. I drove out and started the interview at ten in the morning at Kingman Regional Medical Center. I had to sit with three of the imaging managers while they asked me questions, then I went on a tour of the facility and had to scan for the ultrasound manager. I wasn't too nervous, but I did feel a bit intimidated when they started talking about benefits and me moving out there. I would have to work Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 7am to 7pm and I would take the On Call shifts for Friday and Saturday nights. That would leave my weekdays open to go home if I wanted. At the end of the interview, almost three hours later, they offered me the position. They offered me full benefits and more than I could have hoped for starting out pay. WHAT DO I DO!? The cons are the that I would have to move to Kingman, have no life and work on Sundays. The pros are the pay and the experience I will gain being in a hospital. Then, as I was driving home I received a call from the outpatient center I want to work for in Vegas. The manager said the position was approved, but has to wait for them to post it online in order to interview me. He said when the recruiter calls he is going to tell him he already has someone in mind and not to call anyone else who applies. But, it could take up to two weeks for them to post this position I want. I feel bad making Kingman wait two weeks for my answer without knowing for sure if I will even get the job in Vegas. My mind is going crazy right now. It is all coming in at once and I hope I make the right decision. Keep me in your prayers that I will know what to do!

I PASSED!!!

I finally took and passed my specialty ultrasound board exam on Friday morning. I am officially a registered ultrasound technician. I am so grateful for the power or prayer, the priesthood, and loving parents. Now on with the job search!

Personal Training

I started a personal training thing with the owner of this boxing gym I do kick boxing at. A bunch of us girls decided to do it. I want to tone up and lose some weight in my problem areas. We weighed ourselves last Saturday and did a body fat test. I am starting at 125 lb with 32% body fat. He wants me to lose 15 lb of body fat and gain 4 lb of muscle. I think that is a little unrealistic and I don't want to lose my butt! The first day of our meal plan we had to fast all day and only drink water. The second day we could only eat fruits and veggies. The third day we started a strict diet of eggs, chicken, fish, veggies and a few other things. I am dying without sugar, but I have already lost 4 lb! I will let you all know how it goes.

Pampering

Mom stayed home all last week to take care of Pop after his surgery. So, I came home from work one day and told her we were going to get pedicures, my treat! It took a lot longer than we thought because it was one lady switching between the two of us, but it was worth it. We had massage chairs and the lady did a great job. I love our pink toes!

Pop's Hip Replacement

Pop got his hip replaced by Dr. Hoer on Monday the 22nd. He and mom went to the hospital at 5:30 am to get all set up for the surgery. I went to the hospital to sit with mom at 8 am after they had taken pop back to prep him for surgery. The surgery took over 4 hours! He is doing really well with his physical therapy now. His therapist even said he is over working his hip. I think he just wants to be up and moving again. Congrats on the new metal pop!

Mom's Birthday

I know I should have posted earlier, but I'm just getting around to it. Tuesday night Mom, Pop and Emily came to BJ's to visit me while I was working. I got called in to work the patio and had barely any tables so it was nice to have them come and entertain me for a little bit. Mom got her birthday pizookie and I sat and ate some with them. Since Mom always makes us feel special on our birthdays, I wanted to make her feel just as special. I put up the Happy Birthday Mom sign the night before when she went to bed. I dragged myself out of bed at 7:45 the next morning and made her scrambled eggs and blueberry pancakes. I wanted to get her flowers, but didn't time myself very well before work. I got to Mom's work 5 minutes before I was supposed to be to mine. No biggie, I was only 15 minutes late :) After I got off work we all went to Tony Roma's for dinner since mom have a free meal card for her birthday. We tried three deserts there: cheesecake, a huge cookie with ice cream and a sundae. It was a nice day and I'm so glad I was able to spend it with my mother. You are AMAZING mom and I LOVE YOU!

Haircut

I got a haircut a month or so ago. First time since high school I have gone this short and I am cutting it again next week. Thought you would like to see my new hair! This weekend I am taking a break and going to visit Kara in San Diego. I am really excited to play with Hallie and walk on the beach. I hope my life will surprise me soon and something new will happen.

Best Quote I heard on SNL this week: Remember to reach for the stars because stars don't have arms to reach for you! haha :)