Year 2017 Recap

Although it's going already the 3rd week of the new year, I still want to take some time to reflect on some of my most memorable moments from 2017. I can honestly say that year 2017 has been great to me. So many successes, so many accomplishments, so many enjoyable times. If I was blogging at the time, I would have made sure to write these posts during their specific time frame. But I am glad that I still have the memories and pictures to reflect back on today. 

May

Being offered a Nursing job

I jumpstarted my career search during my senior year in college, only have applied to one position. A week after my interview, I was offered a job as a Registered Nurse as part of a Nursing Residency Program in Atlanta! This feeling was so joyful being that it is the exact position that I sought out for and hoped to obtain. 

College Graduation

Graduating from college with a  Bachelor’s in Science of Nursing will always be one of my proudest life accomplishments. Nursing school was definitely NOT easy and I definitely experienced many challenges in the process. 

June

Graduation Party

This was a fun event that I shared with all of my close family and friends. Because my brother graduated from high school around this time too, we decided to have a graduation party together. I am thankful for all of the support and love that I was surrounded by during this event.

Family Vacation- Key West, FL & Cuba Cruise !

Our family vacation trip destination was Key West, FL and Cuba. My mind was set on taking a cruise after graduation and we were fortunate to have found a good deal on Cuba Cruises with Royal Caribbean. This vacation was so fun and very much needed !

Passing the NCLEX

Passing my Board’s Exam for becoming a Licensed Registered Nurse on the first attempt has got to be my top best experience. Each time I reflect back on the whole experience of studying and preparing for this test, I remember how stressful and nerve wrecking it was. Passing the test on the first try gave me so much relief and satisfaction. I was glad to see how much my dedication and hard work have paid off. 

July

                  Renting/ Moving into my first apartment

July 10th was the date that I moved from Savannah to Atlanta to live on my own. I love my apartment and I am still adjusting to this adult life. 

Starting my nursing career

I began working as a nurse in the middle of July. And I can say that this experience of having a new career has been/ is a journey!

October

Turning 23! & Taking a birthday trip to Myrtle Beach, SC

So this year for my birthday, I was able to take a trip with my birthday-twin/ friend to Myrtle Beach, SC. We stayed at a resort on the beach, got to eat at some of their highest rated restaurants, walked on the popular Boardwalk, rode the SkyWheel, went clubbing, and went for a ride in a helicopter. Overall, it was a trip to remember!

November

Started back blogging :) well, kind of. 

Overall, I can say that 2017 has been pretty Lit. And it is my goal to make 2018 even better! What were some of your 2017 highlights? Let me know in the comments below!

-Dikira