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About tcirwin3

I sit here staring at the screen – wondering... What do you want to know about me and where do I start? Who would have thought this particular question would bring me cause to ponder? I am... A mother: 3 beautiful children; Aingel 12, Hughie 9, Ruby 3; a wife( well-fiancé); a student (for many years now, but finally this is my “make it or break it” year); an employee of 3 jobs: PTC student worker, Home Health Aide, and PCA/Support Counselor for three disabled children. I have... Travelled the road less travelled by those who step lightly in life (Robert Frost wrote a great poem about it). Seen and experienced the world through many different points of view. Always remained myself, "always just me" is a common phrase I use. I do... Work and work in every aspect of my life! Very busy and very organized :) I will... Succeed to the best of my abilities in all I chance to achieve!

Why – Stop smoking?

By now, even the tobacco companies agree: smoking is bad for your health — very bad, in fact. Cigarettes are the most hazardous, but cigars, pipes, and smokeless tobacco also contribute to tobacco’s terrible toll. And secondhand smoke is an … Continue reading

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Banish dry skin!

I bring to you this information again from one of my favorite sites. I find so many interesting tidbits when it comes to health and wellness. Fresh from the Harvard Medical Center – news you can use! Banish dry skin… … Continue reading

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I shall stop smoking!

This is the main focus of my healthy living changes for 2011 and for the rest of my life! I previously posted the story of why I have come to this decision. I am now going to share with you some … Continue reading

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The SIMS have been named!

Congratulations to Jackie Lakin, winner of last week’s “Name the Sims” contest! Lakin, an instructor, often uses the Sims in her courses and has become familiar with the entire Sim family. Lakin submitted the following winning names for the members … Continue reading

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Way to go PTC student nurses!

I am proud to announce that we officially have a “Nursing Club” on our campus! I am so excited and look forward to all that the nursing club and its members will do or bring forth for the betterment of … Continue reading

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We all have a voice in our future…

In the realm of health care reform, nursing takes center stage. Since the beginning of time nursing has been on the fore front of patient/client care. We stand for the advocacy of the ones we care for in matters of … Continue reading

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A to B to C U!

This being the final semester for my LPN educational journey has me reflecting on what I have learned thus far. The title of this particular blog, “A to B to C U” is a thought that came to mind as we … Continue reading

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You are the Nurse!

Semester two of the second year for PTC PNers is well on its way! The instructors continuously say “you are the nurse now…!”  I am the nurse… am I scared, am I ready, what do I do, or how about … Continue reading

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Welcome Back!

Yes, I made it through last semester! It was wonderful to take a break from the college world this past holiday season and rejuvenate my being. I had planned on coming in and blogging over the break, but due to … Continue reading

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Warmest Holiday Wishes!

  I wanted to take this moment to thank you for taking time to share in my journey! This holiday season may your hearts be filled with warmth and love. This seems to be the most caring time of the … Continue reading

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