OBGYN! It's over

Well, it is over, my first rotation...and what a rotation. I saw just about every phase of life (from births on obstetrics to diagnosis of terminal ovarian cancer on gynecology). It was an amazing experience to interact more closely with patients and feel part of the team that took care of them.
I loved the residents that I worked with. They were all incredible teachers!!!
I really enjoyed the OR and in particular cancer surgeries...I have plenty of great stories but I think HIPPA would not be to thrilled if I shared them with you. However, I did get to operate which is extremely rare in medical school. I was so excited while operating that my facial expressions during the surgery became the topic of several jokes during the following week. I also worked three 24-26hr shifts. It was a great insight into what happens to my brain when I am severely fatigued. I do okay until I sit down and once I do sit down... sounds feel like I am underwater and it is like running a marathon to keep your eyes open...I just can't wait for the rest of this year. I can honestly say that I love medicine.(BUT...full disclaimer, I do love Lindsay more)...Next up the other crotch specialty...Urology

Hailey Jane is 2!

Princess Hailey Jane turns 2 this week! I love this little girl! Glad that we were able to celebrate before I left!
Love,
Your favorite Aunt Lindsay
xoxoxoxo

22 things I did in Utah

Family is the BEST! There is No denying it. As much as I love our adventures in New York, it is a breathe of fresh air to be around loved ones. While Robert slaved away in the hospital, I enjoyed 2 wonderful weeks with my family.

My parents did exactly what I told them not to do .....ENTERTAIN ME! Every day was full of fun. If I didn't know any better, I would think they were trying to entice me to move back West! ;) Well, it is working! xoxoxo

***In no particular order

1. Splashing at the pool
2. Weekend trip to Park City



3. Hiking in Bell Canyon

4. Four wheeling in American Fork Canyon


5. Shooting practice with dad



6. A day with Hailey!
7. A day at Cowabunga Bay

8. Sleepovers with Julia
9. Smith Family reunion

10. Dinner with the Staples
11. Visit with Great Grandma and Clair

12. Lunch Bunch with H.S. friends
13. Sunday Steak dinner at Grandma and Grandpas

14. Getting nails done with mom

15. American Fork Carnival

16. Symphony at Draper Amphitheater


17. Girls Night to Ghost Falls
18. Movies (Inceptions :))
19. Hair cut with Julia
20. Draper Days

21. Tearful Goodbyes
22. Returning home to a husband that missed me!

I seriously have the greatest family in the world. I know this because it wouldn't be so hard to say goodbye if they weren't! xoxoxo

Bikes ..

Bikes in the city are the best! I had several people tell me this but now I know they are right! We bought some ghetto-fabulous bikes from Walmart and have been on bike rides almost every night since!

(Robert turns into a 8 year old when he gets on his bike. He loves to jump curbs, ride with no hands, and race! I think I need to get him a helmet!)



We rode our bikes to this great Brazilian Concert.

1st Annual...

When boys get together, they come up with some brilliant ideas like.......

It was disgusting but at least we had a good laugh!

Take me out to the ball game...

What better way to spend a summer night than a baseball game? The Staten Island Yankee stadium has an incredible view of Manhattan. It was a fun summer night.You can get there by taking the free Staten Island Ferry. I thought the best part of the night was the ferry ride back. The skyline, bridges, and Statue of Liberty was beautiful.


The night ended with several firework shows!

Shakespeare in the Park

Shakespeare in the Park (Central Park) is a popular summer activity in the city. The only problem is that it is really hard to get tickets. I have been trying to win tickets online for the last 2 years. I was about to dedicate a 6 hour wait in line to get tickets when finally we won tickets online!! I was so excited. We saw A Winter's Tale. It is one of Shakespeare more unique scripts but we loved it. The outdoor stage is incredible. Birds fly over the stage and at night the fireflies come out. Perfect summer night!