So I’ve been neglecting my blog, which is evident by the date of my last post. At first I was just giving my self a vacation from anything that looked, smelled or felt like school. this is what school smells like by the way.... But as the summer went on, I got so  wrapped up in my new activities, that I nearly forgot about the old ones. But Tomball College, Lone Star College-Tomball has asked me to stick around and give my perspective on life after college. I think it will be similar to... Read Full Story

This blog is not dead! I’ve just been very busy. But I promise, in the next few days I will write an epic blog that will bring you up to date on all of my zany adventures. Here is a preview…. Read Full Story

So in approx. 11 I hours I take my last Tomball College final… ever.  It sounds more momentous than it feels. I find myself looking ahead to other, more exciting things happening in the upcoming week. Pinning is Thursday, I’m sure it will be a night to remember. It will be the last time all 50+ graduating nursing students will be in the same room together. Graduation is Saturday. I have lots of family and friends coming in to celebrate with me. So what does one do after he graduat... Read Full Story

Higher Education is expensive, we all know that. But over the past few weeks, I’ve realized that nursing school, the last semester especially, is costing me my parents a pretty penny. Lets Break it down. Fourth Semester Nursing school Tuition: $ 687.00 This included a $200 dollar lab fee for our state board review class. No one could ever explain what the fee was for or how it was used. Books. All of our nursing text books had to be purchased the first semester. They cost 1,100 dollars... Read Full Story

A major goal of this last semester in nursing school has been getting a job. So back in February, like hundreds of other nursing students graduating in May, I wrote a resume, filled out on-line applications, collected letters of recommendation, and sent off transcripts. I was worried that I would have a hard time choosing which job to take. So I sat by the phone, waiting for the phone to start ringing off the hook. It never did. Apparently, unlike cats and bird poop, you cannot expect job ... Read Full Story

So the nursing students took their exit exam today. This is the test we must pass, not only as a requirement for graduation, but also to be eligible to sit for the state boards and get a nursing license. The anxiety leading up to this test has been HUGE. I feel like I’ve been put through the wringer. I am so glad its over, and that I passed. I am going to enjoy the weekend, but its back to the grind on Monday, we still have two more tests before we graduate. Read Full Story

So I was at work the on Saturday, making lattes and offering people blueberry muffins, when a young lady walked in and said, “Are you Ryan?” I said, “Uh… Yeah?” “Do you have a blog on the Tomball College website?” “Uh… Yeah?” Her eyes narrowed as she said, “I’m upset with you!” “Really? Why?” “Because you said you don’t like babies or pregnant women!!!” I was relieved, for a second I ... Read Full Story

So the Rodeo starts tonight. I will be there. I’m not a fan of livestock or country music, but I sure do love a good carnival. Carnivals are usually in former grocery store parking lots. The carnies and the questionable construction standards are terrifying, buy you avoid all this at the rodeo carnival. It’s clean(ish), the carnies have all their teeth, and you know if you die, your family can sue a company with deep pockets. I usually don’t go out on school nights, but ... Read Full Story

The washing machine just died. It was mid cycle with a very large load of my undergarments in it. If its not fixed by Tuesday I’ll be making a trip to Target to restock. Read Full Story

The Oscars are tonight. For the first time in as long as I can remember, I will not be watching. No, I’m not protesting Hollywood’s obsession with giving themselves awards, or the fact that some bubble headed starlet will undoubtedly be wearing fur. I have to study for a test tomorrow. BOOO… I’m really not that broken up about it. I have only seen one of the five films nominated for best picture. It’s not going to win. Read Full Story