scariest day ever!

Monday I took my state nursing boards (NCLEX)... scariest day ever! I felt like I was checking into prison. When I arrived at the testing center they proceeded to fingerprint me, then scan my palms, take my picture, check my pockets and pat me down. Then they explained that they can see and hear every move I make and if I need to go to the bathroom or even get up from my chair the little man has to escort me. (Not to freak you out before your test or anything). I had 75 questions and then the computer shut down. So I was officially done, but I didnt get to find out until today that I PASSED! Yahoo. I am finally done and officially an RN. It feels so good to finish and finally accomplish this.

baby date

So I know it is early but I went into by doctor last week and she scheduled my induction - woo hoo! She is going out of town the day I am actually due and she wanted to make sure she is around to deliver the baby, but since I am measuring a little small the soonest date she could schedule me is April 13th, so most likely that will be our new little baby's birthday (unless by some miracle I have this baby sooner). Things are starting to get really uncomfortable and I cant figure out how I can fit another seven weeks worth of baby in my belly! It must be possible because I did it with Kate. So that is my update for now - sorry no pictures though I am working on it :)

Graduation

Yesterday was my graduation ceremony for nursing school! There were two separate programs, the first is a "nursing" tradition called the pinning and candle lighting ceremony started by Florence Nightingale. It was fun to have a separate ceremony just for the students in my class. The next ceremony was the traditional graduation procession.

(The awesome graduation gown totally hid my big baby belly)

I was so spoiled to have so many people there to support me! All of my family, Chad's family and both sets of my grandparents came, it was so fun to see them and I am so lucky to have such great support! It is so nice to finally be done... well almost (I am scheduled to take my state boards on Feb 22nd- wish me luck). I have already started working full time so life continues to be busy but it is good!