It's been awhile since my last post and I missed everything about Steemit! I had to be away for awhile as I needed to focus on my review for NCLEX (National Council Licensure Examination), a nationwide examination for the licensing of nurses in the United States.
I PRAISE GOD ALMIGHTY because finaaaallllllyyyy!!.... all those sleepless nights, those crying moments when I was overwhelmed with all the information I needed to study plus my sleepyhead even before I'd start each night to review and feeling exhausted - have paid off! They're all worth it!
I was hoping to move on to 100+ when it stopped just so I won't be gauged with just 85 questions that were mostly composed of difficult ones like "Select all that apply's" because I know I studied very well, and not those ones I didn't even remember I encountered during my review like couple of medications I haven't ever heard of before! So, I immediately went to the washroom as soon as I'm done, just to sob & cry, and ease out all my frustrations over the exam. I really thought I failed! Nevertheless, I am so grateful and blessed that God is faithful and has been since the day I accepted Jesus in my life.
But there were a few times, I admit, that he's kind of stressing me out whenever he asked me "Do you think you can make it?" or "How good you were in your last practice exam?", and I'd always tell him "40% or 50%" 😛😂 but instead of me getting irritated, I'd immediately replaced it with laughter like "really hunny??? Is that how you motivate your wife? Haha!." And we'd just laughed about it. Hence, he really did a great job of being my half. Not only that he helped me in taking care of our baby Hannah and Seth and guiding Christine, but he's also anxious with my exam as if he's the one who's gonna take it. 😂😂😂 that's why, I'm much much more motivated! Oh my sweet love hun!!! 😂😗
So, when I got back home after the exam, I cried over my Mother-in-law's lap like a baby and told her "Mom, I'm sorry! The exam was soo hard and I feel like I didn't make it. I didn't want to disappoint all of you." She comforted me so well. And even had a plan to help me on my next move if ever "I didn't make it". She would want me to attend a review class to help me on the areas I need to focus on.
The day prior to my exam, I asked all of my loved ones and some of my friends to pray for me. Hubby and I, my eldest daughter and I also prayed together.
I know this is just the beginning of my own race, but I am absolutely ready to face the real world of nurses! So, for those who feel like it's too late, if I made it, you can definitely do it, too, as long as you have the determination and perseverance in achieving your goal. Most importantly, meditate on God's promises and His words every day.
COOL FACTS ABOUT ME!
Let me just share with you what I have been doing yearly since 2015 - I would make a "Love Letter" for myself each year on my birthday to write down on a piece of paper all my wishes, hopes, prayers, or my heart's desires. It was awesome because I could clearly see how God works in my life. You could try it, too! Some wishes may not happen right away, but don't lose hope. Instead, be patient and let God control everything on His own perfect time. Keep up the faith :)
Here are some of what I've written:
2016
2017
2018
(This one of course is to be read by next year hehe!)
"God has given us the desires of our heart. That means He put the desires in there and He is working through us to bring them to pass." Just have faith in Him.
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11
I THANK THE LORD WITH ALL MY HEART!
HE IS THE REASON BEHIND ALL THESE! GLORY TO GOD! 🙏
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yay woohoo!! thats my girl and big hugs and a kiss on the cheek for a congrats. many blessings. love, eagle
Aww thanks my dear @eaglespirit! I'm still in awe! God bless you, too. Xoxo 😊🤗😗💕
@dynamicshine you are so welcome! yay you :)
Congratulations sis @dynamicshine! I am so proud of you. I knew you'd pass the exam because you studied and worked hard for it whilst trying to balance your time doing your home duties as a wife to your husband and a mom to 3 kids.
I am so excited about this next chapter in your life and I pray that God gives you wisdom and discernment for whatever plans and decisions you will have to make after this huge achievement. I am sure you will get the support and encouragement that you need from your family, but know that I am here for you as well always. I am and will always be your number one supporter. I am also praying for you and everyone in your family.
I love you with all my heart. I just want to be there right now to congratulate you but maybe by the time I visit you you're already working as a nurse. I am so excited for you.
Believe in yourself because you have Christ in you. You can do all things through Christ who strengthens you.
Amen sis! Your gift to me has been a great help during my review. I couldn't thank you enough sis. I hope I can make you a big favor as well in the future. You're always the one who's doing a lot for all of us siblings.. Maybe that's the reason why God made you a big sister. Hehe.. I love you with all my heart, too sis. Keep up your faith in God. May He bless you more and more and give you your heart's desires.
I'm glad that it has helped you. I just know how hard it is to read something off of the phone, how much more it is difficult to write a post. I felt that God wanted me to help you get a laptop. At the time of purchase, we still didn't know when your exam was going to be. Your "steeming" and you inviting me to this platform gave way to an opportunity to help you in that regard. You know that I'd do anything for you and I don't even expect anything in return. We are created for a purpose, and I'm thankful to God that He has used me to extend His blessings to you and our other siblings. Thank you for everything, too, for always praying for me. I love you! God bless you always!
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So happy for you! Your hard work paid off.
Thank you @ntowl 💕😊perseverance, determination and faith in God was the key why I made it. :) God bless you always. 🙏
Congratulations!!!
Thank you! 💕