About ditching Facebook and pursuing friendship

After the first of the year I made  the decision to delete my Facebook account. I found myself burdened by the unending political posts that clogged my newsfeed post election. Additionally, after a year of self-absorption, working at night and sleeping during the day, and emotional instability (more on that in past posts), I found …

On diligence: because you can’t comb over misogyny

There is no doubt that 2017 is going to be a tough year for many --  for immigrants, for refugees, for the LGBQT community, for women, for me. Politics aside, a vote for Trump was a vote against women, diversity, and inclusion. Prior to his election, Donald Trump set himself up as an enemy of …

On wellness: joining a gym

According to Jonathan Fields, author and researcher on happiness, "the science is crystal clear. If we want to live good lives, we have to move our bodies. Nearly every marker of vitality- from reduced risk of heart disease, cancer, and diabetes to enhanced brain function, elevated mood, better ability to deal with stress, reduced anxiety …

Filled to the Britt: First post

First post, guys! As explained in my About Me section, 2016 was an ass-kicker of a year. In review, I started off the year by accepting a new position in the Emergency Department of a Level 1 Trauma Center in Portland, Oregon. For those of you that don’t know me, I have been a nurse …