It’s officially my last week at the beach…tear. It’s been a summer to remember for many reasons; unfortunately those due include many anxious moments waiting to see what happens with the oil spill. For now our beach seems to have been spared (knock on wood) but it’s still heartbreaking to think about Pensacola and all the wildlife that hasn’t made it.
On a lighter note! I’m also now, not only an employee of Patchoulis but a vendor as well!! That means they buy products from ME…amazing bracelets to be exact! Yes, yes, except for the fact that this will hopefully bring me some money throughout the year this has nothing to due with the internship…Still, I’m very excited about it. It makes me laugh to think how my little “business” was began by a trip to Athens that of course included a peek inside Heery’s. They were selling Chan Luu bracelets. I LOVED the look, but hated the price. Then my crafty upbringing struck a cord to the tune of “Hey I can make that!” and voila, a small business was born. ☺ They make great gifts so feel free to comment below if you’d like to know how to buy one!
PS. I should have a pic of my bracelets on display at Patchouli's in the next few days so I'll post it here soon.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Saturday, July 17, 2010
ONE MONTH TO GO!
I start my internship/grad school experience in exactly one month! I can’t believe it is so close already. I remember when it seemed like ages until the matching date in April. The actual start of the internship wasn’t even on my mind back then. I’m lucky though; I get to spend this last month, where I’ve been all summer…at the BEACH!!! I work at the most wonderful store ever, Patchoulis. I’ve been trying my best all summer to save up for the next year. EXPENSES are another very big thing to consider when internship “shopping.” Even if you’ve been fortunate enough to have your parents pay for your college for the last four years, many parents aren’t willing or aren’t able to pay for the internship fees & tuition, which add up quite a bit. I’ve already had to get CPR training, pay for a background check, get a physical, and of course buy textbooks. All of this is on top of the cost of the internship, and then you have to pay for the RD exam. Furthermore, the process delays getting a job after you graduate for up to two years. That can really be a financial burden on a lot of people. Fortunately, there are options out there. Most VA internships, although extremely competitive, offer stipends. Also WIC is a great option for many people who want to go the Public Health route. You can work as a WIC nutritionist for a year or two and then apply for the WIC internship and they’ll cover the cost. Finally, it is important to check with the big universities to see if they offer assistantships or TA positions. Often, not only do you get paid as a TA, but many schools will also waive tuition.
Here's my beautiful beach with Bella smiling for the camera :)
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Toto, I have a feeling we’re not in college anymore….
My lease on my apartment officially started July 1st, and I cannot wait to live there! It’s so amazing and absolutely perfect for me. Built in the 1920s, in a lively and beautiful part of town, plus only FIVE minutes away WALKING from the UAB Nutrition building. Location, location, location, right?
Still on my to do list:
- MOVE, the lease may have started but all my furniture is still stored away in my garage in Atlanta.
- Get my books, and make sure I’m registered for everything correctly
- Study for the medical terminology test I have to take on my first day and make at least an 80%!!! Eeeekkk…Wish I had taken a med terminology course at Georgia!
- Make a doctor’s appointment for a physical to get my health clearance forms completed
- Send the appropriate health and vaccinations records, all signed by a physican
- PAY for the program, yeah that’s kind of important
- Get a criminal background check and drug test (not really worried about not passing these ones!)
Ok well I better get back to it!
love, deneen
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