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  1. 09-13-2010, 05:01 PM #1
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    Default Exciting and Nervous at the same time!

    Hey All!

    Well for those of you who don't know (or don't remember) my story, a little catch up. About 2.5 years ago I was in a bad car accident, had surgery and a long recovery (I'm still in a little pain). I took time off to heal and found a new career option for me. I did the pre-reqs (and did very well, I'm so humble!) and applied to 3 schools. #1 was my safety, #2 was my back up, but I really wanted to go to #3 OIT in Oregon. I GOT INTO ALL 3!!!!!! I'm Officially a Hootie! (Owl).

    Which means in 3 years (and one awful test) later I'll be a RAD TECH! Radiology Technologist, X-rays baby, yeah!

    I'm moving a week from today and renting a little room from a couple who are renting rooms out to OIT student. I <3 this couple, I think they are going to be another set of parents, I couldn't be happier as it is near the school and a VERY good price.

    However, I'm trying to think of everything I need to bring and pack. I'm afraid I'll forget something! XD It shouldn't worry too much as I'm coming home the weekend following and I can pick up anything I've forgotten then.

    It has been a long long long road, but I've hit a huge milestone and I'm so excited! Don't worry my dears, I plan to play the roll of the studious but frugal college student. (Mostly because I won't have time to buy anything! ).

    Much love to everyone who has posted on my pain posts and other rantings, you guys are the best!

    ~KB
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  2. 09-13-2010, 05:04 PM #2
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    Congrats on getting into all 3 schools!!!! Sooo happy for you that the worst is past and you are making a better future for yourself.
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  3. 09-13-2010, 06:18 PM #3
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    Congrats to you! Have fun on your new adventure.
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  4. 09-13-2010, 06:52 PM #4
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    I would take anything you think would be useful if you were living in a dorm room.

    Will they let you have a microwave in your room or a small refrigerator. Will they let you use a cabinet in the kitchen so you can store some food you like? Take an iron, small shelf for books, do you need a desk, maybe a cup, plate, silverware, food containers, containers for storage since you will probably want a small stockpile, etc.

    It all sounds really exciting though. Congratulations.
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  5. 09-13-2010, 07:03 PM #5
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    congrats i have a brother in law a nephew and a neice who have all taken that on as a career .
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    Way cool! Congrats on getting in where you wanted to go!
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  7. 09-13-2010, 10:23 PM #7
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    Congrats!!!
    Wishing you ALL the BESTS!
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    congratulations on your new journey!! Keep us posted when you have a minute!!
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  9. 09-16-2010, 08:48 PM #9
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    Thank you shoiji, you have great ideas! However the house I'm moving into is AWESOME! The converted the basement to a living space and the couple lives down there. The upstairs has a living room, TV room and a HUGE kitchen (so AWESOME) and 3 rooms they are renting out. Two other OIT students are renting too. I"m so excited, one of them is a Radiology student and I'll have someone to study with!

    I'm totally behind on packing because I strained by back earlier this week and I've been resting it. However I'm coming home next weekend so if I forget something I'll be cool, as long as I have clothes and my computer I'll be set!

    THANK YOU for all your good wishes! I"ll post pictures and updates.

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    Inspirational post! Go you!!!
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