Do what you love

Today is another two post blog. Yesterdays post was postponed because I wanted to make sure I had permission from my patients mother before posting so much information about her daughter. I'm glad I waited because it ties in  perfectly with todays blog: Do what you love. When you love your work, it's easy to be uplifted and to lift others up in return.

Tuesday
In my opinion, I have the best job in the world. 3 years ago I had the pleasure of caring for a sweet baby in the ICU and it changed my life forever. After caring for her for 2 out of the 4 months she was in the hospital, she was able to go home for the first time since birth. I knew that this baby girl could not leave my life forever and I decided to be her home care nurse. It was the best decision I have ever made.

At 3 years old, she is still the sweetest little girl I have ever met. She makes me smile every day and I love that I look forward to going into work each morning. I could write a blog about her everyday because she brings so much joy to those around her. I am so blessed and honored to be a part of her family. Her parents have graciously welcomed me into their home and into their daughter's life. I have been able to watch her milestones and accomplishments right along side them. I know it is difficult for some parents to watch their child bond with another adult but her parents have been so supportive of our relationship. I love this girl as if she were my own but I am always cognizant to not overstep my boundaries. I am forever grateful that they have accepted me into their family.

As I stated in a previous blog, she recently started school. I love that I get to be a part of this journey with her. Her sweet nature and kind heart has never been more evident than when she is surrounded by her peers. Because of her medical needs, she does a lot of things differently from her friends. For example, she does not eat by mouth so when if comes to snack time, she will sit with her friends but only pretends to eat. Today at snack time she was pretend eating some plastic cookies while her friends were eating fruit snacks and chips. She wanted to make sure they all had a plastic cookie as well so she gave every kid one of her cookies.  It amazes me that even though she is restricted from eating , she still wants to ensure that everyone is included in her "meal".

This precious girl is the perfect example of how we should all treat one another.... with love, forgiveness, joy, and hope.

Wednesday
Today is Administrative assistants day. As the church secretary, my mom received a card and gift card from the Pastor and a couple of coworkers treated her to lunch.

A friend of mine also got a nice message from one of her clients today

 

Too often we don't let the people we admire know what a difference they are making. Please take the time to tell them!

Who did you make smile today?