When I think back to my college years, I
can’t help but remember the shy and timid person I was during those years. I
entered college full of wonder and curiosity. Since high school was a lot
different from college, I was puzzled by the changes around me.
Now I am in my senior year and ready to face
another stage in life. I have gone through the time when everything around
would just pass by. Every day, I look forward to graduation and now I have set
a vivid picture of the things to do in the future.
Taking up Nursing was a lot harder than
everyone seems to know. We have to take into consideration a lot of factors.
More importantly, it is not for casual learners because money plays a great
deal to it.
Needless to say, my stay in the college of
nursing was "a struggle". I had a lot of downfalls and the pain had
got down on my nerves. Like you would not believe it, I was a
disaster waiting to happen. My antic behavior had led me to almost dropping out
of school. My grades were going down
and my being not so attached to this major was really the primary reason.
However, with enlightenment from the Lord and the continuous encouragement from
my friends and family, I stayed and continued.
Nearly reaching the end of the semester, I
will rip the fruits of my parent’s sacrifices and efforts; not to mention mine
as well. The idea of living someone, something and everything for that matter
makes my quivering cheek wet. I will definitely miss the boat racking return
demos in the different areas of specialization, the anxiety felt every time my
name is called, the excitement and trembling moments whenever I handle patients
with terminal diseases, the mind-boggling case presentation which is set to
enhance our critical thinking, the unending Medical-Surgical Nursing which I
have never fully understood a single disease and my clinical instructors who
helped me develop my skills. Moreover, I will surely not forget my
group mates – our laughing trips and crazy adventures -
the bonding that was strongly built and our drinking session after a crippling but
successful case presentation.
Aboard the ship of life, I will certainly
reach my destination. Wherever it will take me, I will surely be at ease. With
God by my side, I will make it through every violent storm and ravaging wind.
So as the sunrise ushers the coming of a new
day, we should keep in mind that the battle ahead is long. We may be spurned by
the obstacles that loomed up through our way or we may even lodge on our track
and stay stagnant. We should live up to our expectations even if the course
gives a challenging atmosphere. Do things that pursue learning and success. Be
confident, soar high, be positive in any way. Surely, everything will go
smoothly. God speed seniors.
