I am so unproductive tonight. Here is my random stream of consciousness:
*I got my thesis back for yet ANOTHER revision, and I need to be working on it, but I just "don-wanna." I was REALLY mad about this one, and proceeded to tell my "mentor" exactly what I thought about it. He actually emailed me back in a halfway encouraging way to tell me it was a normal part of the process.
*I've taught teller training for the last two days and I am exhausted, but glad that I got a neat change of pace. I teach a training class usually every other week, so I get something new to do all the time, which is cool.
*I realized a few days ago that I have managed to enroll in the Microbiology class I needed *without* signing up for the lab that starts right after the class each week. I am absolutely sick. It is a 7pm lab and is the only one that fits my schedule. AND NOW, It is completely closed to enrollees now. I am sick! My only hope is that once school begins, someone will drop the class and I'll be able to get in. I have purchased my lab book in faith of this. I don't think it is the END of the world, but it is *recommended* to take them simulatelously. Ugh.
*I went to the university and got my student ID made and my parking pass...and I splurged for a parking SPACE, as well. Even if I have a long walk, I want to be guaranteed a spot. This is a highly populated university. It is often not a matter of a "good" parking spot, it is merely getting a parking spot that is problematic. My parking spot is good for a YEAR, not just the semester, so I bought it...even though I am taking classes at two different locations (two different cities).
I go to cities I've never been to, hold training classes for people I've never met, stay in hotels/dine alone, but registering for everything at a university is what makes me have a panic attack! LOL I guess I'm just in the middle of the unknown.
*I did find another technical college in the area that I could take some of my courses at, cheaper, and will transfer to my local university. Hmmm....
*I love reading nursing blogs!
*Sure have a lot of apprehension about the eventual quitting of my job to go to school. I do ok with what I've been given. (thank you Lord) But, if I can bite a temporary bullet, I will make more.
Away anxiety! Sheesh! LOL
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Begin Again
So as I've been slaving away, desperately trying to finish my Master's Degree thesis, I've decided I like the pain so much that I'll do some more. No, not a Ph.D. this time. Not...yet. *wicked grin
It seems I have some medical opportunities on the horizon. I have always loved reading about the latest medical breakthroughs, the worst gaffes/triumphs made by doctors, natural health, prevention of disease, etc, etc, etc. So why did I never pursue a health related field? I didn't think I could handle the science and math. Even though I had an 'A' in all of those classes in high school...sans algebra. I got a B in that. *College* Algebra, though! :)
So I've turned in ALL of my *paper* work for my Master's thesis. Waiting impatiently for the evaluators, graders, and committee to mark it up already.
Because class starts again August 24th, 2009. I am going back and taking Human Anatomy & Physiology and lab, Microbiology and lab, and of all things, US History, because it is a requirement. (I've taken World Civ prior...wish that would suffice. But since I want to practice in America, guess I better know about US History.)
That's 10 credit hours folks. Did I mention that I am employed full time at the 3rd largest bank in my state? As a Trainer?
Yes, I think I've lost my mind. I am really REALLY not sure how I'll fit it all in. Hell, I'll be in class until 9 pm on two nights a week. Going to class 4 nights a week. And commuting, too. I'm taking one of my classes at a satellite of the local university, so it carries with it a 30 minute commute to get there. A significant savings per credit hour, too. But it was the only way I could even BEGIN to cram it all in.
So I had some correspondence with someone a few months back about requirements necessary for my goal. They gave me a big laundry list. When I emailed that person again from my SCHOOL email address, I think I surprised the hell out of her. I actually took her advice, enrolled in classes, and have the email addy to prove it.
She said as much, in a matter of speaking.
I let her know that I was showing a missing requirement on my record. It dealt with having an advisor plan. Well, I don't HAVE an advisor. I don't have to have one; I'm post-bac (baccalaureate). Heck, I'm almost post-grad. But turns out, I do have to have an advisor if I am to get financial aid.
Cue the movie sound effect music "dun dun DUN!"
And ya know what? Her program is a very VERY competitive program to get into, and even though I am months and many classes from even being able to apply, she agreed to Advise me. Nice.
P.S. On top of this mysterious program I've been talking about, I was accepted into a Doctor of Chiropractic program. How cool is that? I love chiropractic; not sure it is the thing for ME to practice, though. I sure love options, either way.
It seems I have some medical opportunities on the horizon. I have always loved reading about the latest medical breakthroughs, the worst gaffes/triumphs made by doctors, natural health, prevention of disease, etc, etc, etc. So why did I never pursue a health related field? I didn't think I could handle the science and math. Even though I had an 'A' in all of those classes in high school...sans algebra. I got a B in that. *College* Algebra, though! :)
So I've turned in ALL of my *paper* work for my Master's thesis. Waiting impatiently for the evaluators, graders, and committee to mark it up already.
Because class starts again August 24th, 2009. I am going back and taking Human Anatomy & Physiology and lab, Microbiology and lab, and of all things, US History, because it is a requirement. (I've taken World Civ prior...wish that would suffice. But since I want to practice in America, guess I better know about US History.)
That's 10 credit hours folks. Did I mention that I am employed full time at the 3rd largest bank in my state? As a Trainer?
Yes, I think I've lost my mind. I am really REALLY not sure how I'll fit it all in. Hell, I'll be in class until 9 pm on two nights a week. Going to class 4 nights a week. And commuting, too. I'm taking one of my classes at a satellite of the local university, so it carries with it a 30 minute commute to get there. A significant savings per credit hour, too. But it was the only way I could even BEGIN to cram it all in.
So I had some correspondence with someone a few months back about requirements necessary for my goal. They gave me a big laundry list. When I emailed that person again from my SCHOOL email address, I think I surprised the hell out of her. I actually took her advice, enrolled in classes, and have the email addy to prove it.
She said as much, in a matter of speaking.
I let her know that I was showing a missing requirement on my record. It dealt with having an advisor plan. Well, I don't HAVE an advisor. I don't have to have one; I'm post-bac (baccalaureate). Heck, I'm almost post-grad. But turns out, I do have to have an advisor if I am to get financial aid.
Cue the movie sound effect music "dun dun DUN!"
And ya know what? Her program is a very VERY competitive program to get into, and even though I am months and many classes from even being able to apply, she agreed to Advise me. Nice.
P.S. On top of this mysterious program I've been talking about, I was accepted into a Doctor of Chiropractic program. How cool is that? I love chiropractic; not sure it is the thing for ME to practice, though. I sure love options, either way.
Friday, May 15, 2009
YPN Leadership Conference
I have been involved in the Young Professionals Network Leadership Conference for the last couple of days. It has been wonderful! I've had some really great speakers and motivating words. I will share more on both that and what I feel like after monday...which is when I'll be taking my last written exam for my Masters Degree!
Asthma Part II vid has been posted on YouTube. Check it out, I'd love your comments.
If you'd like to hear from me more often, check me out on Twitter! spikyhairedgirl
Asthma Part II vid has been posted on YouTube. Check it out, I'd love your comments.
If you'd like to hear from me more often, check me out on Twitter! spikyhairedgirl
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
I've been doing so much research here recently on weak adrenals and what I came up with was Himalayan Salt for the antidote. This article confirms!
I've been dieting because I'm up as high as I let myself get (higher really) and so my ONLY salt has been himalayan salt--and I'm actually retaining LESS water. I'm also eating zero carbs right now, so that would be helping me to shed water too, but the salt is not slowing me down, and it actually is making me feel better.
I bought some big rocks of himalayan salt to make sole (sol-ay) and then I drink some salt in my morning water. I've also been making my own "gatorade" with the salt, a dash of salt sub for potassium, and crystal lite. Salt even makes my protein shakes taste better. And it should, I really like salt in my desserts and ice cream to punch out the flavor-like you with french fries in a shake or ice cream ( i know you don't eat like that anymore *wink)
So it turns out, one with weak adrenals CRAVES salt like mad (which I do), cannot ever quit being thirsty (which I had been) and pees a lot (due to not using salt properly - a salt "waster" they call it. Which paradoxically makes you still retain fluid.) Has to do with the hormore aldosterone. (Just in case you're interested to look it up.)
One would think it sounds like diabetes, but a diabetic loses weight with these signs; I've been gaining recently.
Interesting stuff. Its just what's on my mind this morning! Further evidence.
See also http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2009/03/31/Is-Salt-Natures-Antidepressant.aspx
It has been forever since I've been on youtube; this will probably find its way there soon!
I've been dieting because I'm up as high as I let myself get (higher really) and so my ONLY salt has been himalayan salt--and I'm actually retaining LESS water. I'm also eating zero carbs right now, so that would be helping me to shed water too, but the salt is not slowing me down, and it actually is making me feel better.
I bought some big rocks of himalayan salt to make sole (sol-ay) and then I drink some salt in my morning water. I've also been making my own "gatorade" with the salt, a dash of salt sub for potassium, and crystal lite. Salt even makes my protein shakes taste better. And it should, I really like salt in my desserts and ice cream to punch out the flavor-like you with french fries in a shake or ice cream ( i know you don't eat like that anymore *wink)
So it turns out, one with weak adrenals CRAVES salt like mad (which I do), cannot ever quit being thirsty (which I had been) and pees a lot (due to not using salt properly - a salt "waster" they call it. Which paradoxically makes you still retain fluid.) Has to do with the hormore aldosterone. (Just in case you're interested to look it up.)
One would think it sounds like diabetes, but a diabetic loses weight with these signs; I've been gaining recently.
Interesting stuff. Its just what's on my mind this morning! Further evidence.
See also http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2009/03/31/Is-Salt-Natures-Antidepressant.aspx
It has been forever since I've been on youtube; this will probably find its way there soon!
Monday, December 8, 2008
Eggnog with The Spiky Haired Girl!
As seen on my Eggnog video on Youtube...Here's the complete recipe!
Cooked Eggnog
This is a cooked version for all of you who would never consider eating a raw egg - and it's YUMMY. (IF you manage to keep the eggs from scrambling, LOL)
2 cups half and half
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup Splenda (or more, to taste :) )
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 eggs
1 cup water
Nutmeg
In a glass liquid measuring cup, combine the half and half and the cream. Microwave it on 70% power for 3 - 4 minutes, or until it's very warm through, but not boiling - this is simply a time-saver, and is not essential; if you prefer you can simply heat the half and half/cream mixture over a low flame in the saucepan you'll use to finish the recipe.
After microwaving, pour cream/half and half mixture into a heavy bottomed saucepan, and whisk in the Splenda, vanilla extract, and eggs.
Turn the burner to lowest heat - if you have a heat diffuser or a double boiler, this would be a good time to use it - and stand there and stir your eggnog constantly until it's thick enough to coat a metal spoon with a thin film.
This will, I'm sorry to say, take at least 5 minutes, and maybe as much as 20.
Stir in water, and chill.
Sprinkle a little nutmeg on each serving - this makes about 1 ½ quarts, or 6 1-cup servings or 12 ½-cup servings.
If you drink 1 cup of this eggnog, you'll get 5 grams of carbohydrate, a trace of fiber, and 9 grams of protein.
Spike if ya like!
Thanks again to the folks at lowcarbohydrate.net
Cooked Eggnog
This is a cooked version for all of you who would never consider eating a raw egg - and it's YUMMY. (IF you manage to keep the eggs from scrambling, LOL)
2 cups half and half
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup Splenda (or more, to taste :) )
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 eggs
1 cup water
Nutmeg
In a glass liquid measuring cup, combine the half and half and the cream. Microwave it on 70% power for 3 - 4 minutes, or until it's very warm through, but not boiling - this is simply a time-saver, and is not essential; if you prefer you can simply heat the half and half/cream mixture over a low flame in the saucepan you'll use to finish the recipe.
After microwaving, pour cream/half and half mixture into a heavy bottomed saucepan, and whisk in the Splenda, vanilla extract, and eggs.
Turn the burner to lowest heat - if you have a heat diffuser or a double boiler, this would be a good time to use it - and stand there and stir your eggnog constantly until it's thick enough to coat a metal spoon with a thin film.
This will, I'm sorry to say, take at least 5 minutes, and maybe as much as 20.
Stir in water, and chill.
Sprinkle a little nutmeg on each serving - this makes about 1 ½ quarts, or 6 1-cup servings or 12 ½-cup servings.
If you drink 1 cup of this eggnog, you'll get 5 grams of carbohydrate, a trace of fiber, and 9 grams of protein.
Spike if ya like!
Thanks again to the folks at lowcarbohydrate.net
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
My Interview with Jimmy Moore!
Well, if you know anything about Low-Carb, then you probably know the name Jimmy Moore. He is instrumental in getting out the truth about the wonderful Low-Carb lifestyle.
Guess what!!?? He interviewed ME to be on his podcast show! It was really fun. We talked about my endeavors with my journey to a Master degree in Health Promotion, and the supplements that I recommend.
Check out his podcast website and ME for December 3, 2008 at http://www.thelivinlowcarbshow.com/cameo-watkins-spikyhaired-girl-episode-204/
:)
Guess what!!?? He interviewed ME to be on his podcast show! It was really fun. We talked about my endeavors with my journey to a Master degree in Health Promotion, and the supplements that I recommend.
Check out his podcast website and ME for December 3, 2008 at http://www.thelivinlowcarbshow.com/cameo-watkins-spikyhaired-girl-episode-204/
:)
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Acid/Alkaline Balance
See my latest video on youtube.com and learn about the acid/alkaline balance your body continuously strives for.
ALKALIZING FOODS VEGETABLES
Garlic
Asparagus
Fermented Veggies
Watercress
Beets
Broccoli
Brussel sprouts
Cabbage
Carrot
Cauliflower
Celery
Chard
Chlorella
Collard Greens
Cucumber
Eggplant
Kale
Kohlrabi
Lettuce
Mushrooms
Mustard Greens
Dulce
Dandelions
Edible Flowers
Onions
Parsnips (high glycemic)
Peas
Peppers
Pumpkin
Rutabaga
Sea Veggies
Spirulina
Sprouts
Squashes
Alfalfa
Barley Grass
Wheat Grass
Wild Greens
Nightshade Veggies
FRUITS
Apple
Apricot
Avocado
Banana (high glycemic)
Cantaloupe
Cherries
Currants
Dates/Figs
Grapes
Grapefruit
Lime
Honeydew Melon
Nectarine
Orange
Lemon
Peach
Pear
Pineapple
All Berries
Tangerine
Tomato
Tropical Fruits
Watermelon
PROTEIN
Eggs
Whey Protein Powder
Cottage Cheese
Chicken Breast
Yogurt
Almonds
Chestnuts
Tofu (fermented)
Flax Seeds
Pumpkin Seeds
Tempeh (fermented)
Squash Seeds
Sunflower Seeds
Millet
Sprouted Seeds
Nuts OTHER
Apple Cider Vinegar
Bee Pollen
Lecithin Granules
Probiotic Cultures
Green Juices
Veggies Juices
Fresh Fruit Juice
Organic Milk
(unpasteurized)
Mineral Water
Alkaline Antioxidant Water
Green Tea
Herbal Tea
Dandelion Tea
Ginseng Tea
Banchi Tea
Kombucha
SWEETENERS
Stevia
SPICES/SEASONINGS
Cinnamon
Curry
Ginger
Mustard
Chili Pepper
Sea Salt
Miso
Tamari
All Herbs
ORIENTAL VEGETABLES
Maitake
Daikon
Dandelion Root
Shitake
Kombu
Reishi
Nori
Umeboshi
Wakame
Sea Veggies
ACIDIFYING FOODS FATS & OILS
Avocado Oil
Canola Oil
Corn Oil
Hemp Seed Oil
Flax Oil
Lard
Olive Oil
Safflower Oil
Sesame Oil
Sunflower Oil
FRUITS
Cranberries
GRAINS
Rice Cakes
Wheat Cakes
Amaranth
Barley
Buckwheat
Corn
Oats (rolled)
Quinoi
Rice (all)
Rye
Spelt
Kamut
Wheat
Hemp Seed Flour
DAIRY
Cheese, Cow
Cheese, Goat
Cheese, Processed
Cheese, Sheep
Milk
Butter NUTS & BUTTERS
Cashews
Brazil Nuts
Peanuts
Peanut Butter
Pecans
Tahini
Walnuts
ANIMAL PROTEIN
Beef
Carp
Clams
Fish
Lamb
Lobster
Mussels
Oyster
Pork
Rabbit
Salmon
Shrimp
Scallops
Tuna
Turkey
Venison
PASTA (WHITE)
Noodles
Macaroni
Spaghetti
OTHER
Distilled Vinegar
Wheat Germ
Potatoes DRUGS & CHEMICALS
Chemicals
Drugs, Medicinal
Drugs, Psychedelic
Pesticides
Herbicides
ALCOHOL
Beer
Spirits
Hard Liquor
Wine
BEANS & LEGUMES
Black Beans
Chick Peas
Green Peas
Kidney Beans
Lentils
Lima Beans
Pinto Beans
Red Beans
Soy Beans
Soy Milk
White Beans
Rice Milk
Almond Milk
Do a search on google for more info about getting in balance! Some lists will contradict each other, but they all agree that green veggies are alkalizing. :)
(A big thanks to thewolfeclinic.com for wonderful and helpful info on this topic--and this list!)
ALKALIZING FOODS VEGETABLES
Garlic
Asparagus
Fermented Veggies
Watercress
Beets
Broccoli
Brussel sprouts
Cabbage
Carrot
Cauliflower
Celery
Chard
Chlorella
Collard Greens
Cucumber
Eggplant
Kale
Kohlrabi
Lettuce
Mushrooms
Mustard Greens
Dulce
Dandelions
Edible Flowers
Onions
Parsnips (high glycemic)
Peas
Peppers
Pumpkin
Rutabaga
Sea Veggies
Spirulina
Sprouts
Squashes
Alfalfa
Barley Grass
Wheat Grass
Wild Greens
Nightshade Veggies
FRUITS
Apple
Apricot
Avocado
Banana (high glycemic)
Cantaloupe
Cherries
Currants
Dates/Figs
Grapes
Grapefruit
Lime
Honeydew Melon
Nectarine
Orange
Lemon
Peach
Pear
Pineapple
All Berries
Tangerine
Tomato
Tropical Fruits
Watermelon
PROTEIN
Eggs
Whey Protein Powder
Cottage Cheese
Chicken Breast
Yogurt
Almonds
Chestnuts
Tofu (fermented)
Flax Seeds
Pumpkin Seeds
Tempeh (fermented)
Squash Seeds
Sunflower Seeds
Millet
Sprouted Seeds
Nuts OTHER
Apple Cider Vinegar
Bee Pollen
Lecithin Granules
Probiotic Cultures
Green Juices
Veggies Juices
Fresh Fruit Juice
Organic Milk
(unpasteurized)
Mineral Water
Alkaline Antioxidant Water
Green Tea
Herbal Tea
Dandelion Tea
Ginseng Tea
Banchi Tea
Kombucha
SWEETENERS
Stevia
SPICES/SEASONINGS
Cinnamon
Curry
Ginger
Mustard
Chili Pepper
Sea Salt
Miso
Tamari
All Herbs
ORIENTAL VEGETABLES
Maitake
Daikon
Dandelion Root
Shitake
Kombu
Reishi
Nori
Umeboshi
Wakame
Sea Veggies
ACIDIFYING FOODS FATS & OILS
Avocado Oil
Canola Oil
Corn Oil
Hemp Seed Oil
Flax Oil
Lard
Olive Oil
Safflower Oil
Sesame Oil
Sunflower Oil
FRUITS
Cranberries
GRAINS
Rice Cakes
Wheat Cakes
Amaranth
Barley
Buckwheat
Corn
Oats (rolled)
Quinoi
Rice (all)
Rye
Spelt
Kamut
Wheat
Hemp Seed Flour
DAIRY
Cheese, Cow
Cheese, Goat
Cheese, Processed
Cheese, Sheep
Milk
Butter NUTS & BUTTERS
Cashews
Brazil Nuts
Peanuts
Peanut Butter
Pecans
Tahini
Walnuts
ANIMAL PROTEIN
Beef
Carp
Clams
Fish
Lamb
Lobster
Mussels
Oyster
Pork
Rabbit
Salmon
Shrimp
Scallops
Tuna
Turkey
Venison
PASTA (WHITE)
Noodles
Macaroni
Spaghetti
OTHER
Distilled Vinegar
Wheat Germ
Potatoes DRUGS & CHEMICALS
Chemicals
Drugs, Medicinal
Drugs, Psychedelic
Pesticides
Herbicides
ALCOHOL
Beer
Spirits
Hard Liquor
Wine
BEANS & LEGUMES
Black Beans
Chick Peas
Green Peas
Kidney Beans
Lentils
Lima Beans
Pinto Beans
Red Beans
Soy Beans
Soy Milk
White Beans
Rice Milk
Almond Milk
Do a search on google for more info about getting in balance! Some lists will contradict each other, but they all agree that green veggies are alkalizing. :)
(A big thanks to thewolfeclinic.com for wonderful and helpful info on this topic--and this list!)
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