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I wanted to come up with my own list of things I believe in, but I couldn’t think of anything. So I decided to just come up with a list of discoveries I’ve made about myself, other people, human nature, work, and life in general. Some of my thoughts, you’ll probably get. Some will make no sense at all because they’re only for me, myself, and I. Some will make sense only if you know me personally.
30 and One Realizations
1. Nursing is a calling.
2. I’m happy. Maybe I’m not completely and blissfully happy. But I am happy.
3. Norepinephrine is also noradrenaline. In times of crises, 16 ampules are needed.
4. I probably do not look like a full-blooded Filipino because people in the hospital keep asking me what my nationality is. I don’t get it, though.
5. Nursing is a calling.
6.The distinguished-looking Attending Physician who caught my eye yesterday isn’t all that good-looking. He just looks very, very rich.
7. My parents did, and are still doing, the best job they know how to do.
8. My hair is a source of pride. Even though it’s tied in a bun all day 5 days a week (hospital policy), it remains poker straight. Even if I don’t comb it in the morning after a shower, it still remains poker straight and manageable. That’s quite a relief because, with my schedule, I can’t give it enough attention anymore. I still look gorgeous and all glammed up on my days off, though.
9. I love babies.
10. Nursing is a calling.
11. I may be an agnostic who is almost an atheist, but I still tremble when I’m face to face with a Catholic priest. Father ________ was my patient on Thursday. I was shaking a bit while I was taking his vital signs. He noticed that I was shaking, and he asked me why. I just said I felt cold. Well, I really did because the AC was on full blast. But I knew that wasn’t all there was to it.
12. My belief that religion doesn’t make sense will probably persist all throughout my lifespan.
13. The trance party that I’ve been invited to tonight doesn’t interest me at all. That is one of the biggest surprises of all since I thought I was into trance parties.
14. Most people who work in hospitals have been desensitized and are, consequently, now jaded.
15. Nursing is a calling.
16. I am very, very fond of the Dutch. The Dutch people I have come in contact with are some of the most decent, most sincere people I know.
17. I am not uncomfortable around Migz anymore. In fact, I’m really beginning to like Migz.
18. I seem to have real concern for my patients. I didn’t think I would, being the selfish person that I am. Surprisingly, though, I actually seem to care about them.
19. When I know I’m right, I know I’m right. And it’s so easy for me to make decisions because I know I’m right. And no one can sway me because I know I’m right.
20. Nursing is a calling.
21. Butch Bautista just thinks he is now in love with me, but I don’t think he actually is. I reckon he’s just in love with the idea of me. (Since I’m so wonderful and all that! 
) I don’t think he can tell the difference, though.
22. Butch Bautista doesn’t mean anything to me anymore.
23. While we’re on the subject of Butch Bautista, I have got to say that it is very refreshing to be able to name actual names on my site. What’s more, it’s very liberating! Of course, I know I’ll probably raise a few eyebrows (and I have), but as long as I’m telling the truth, then I have the right to be arrogant.
24. The truth, and the realization thereof, is very empowering.
25. Nursing is a calling.
26. I have no respect for people who are weak. I’m not referring to physical weakness.
27. It is such a cliché, but actions do speak louder than words.
28. I am actually a decent person who refuses to be mean because I realize that it is futile to be mean. I’m still arrogant, conceited, vain, and self-righteous, though. I know I always will be.
29. Now I understand. Finally. And I like it.
30. I have finally grown up.
31. And of course, last but most definitely not the least, NURSING IS A CALLING.
