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Rwwilliams said:
I'm done with large animal block. Oh my god, I am free from large animal block. That was the hardest thing I've ever done in my life, and, unless I fail, I'm done forever.
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Congrats on being done!! Were the exams in that block really crazy?
 
Ashgirl said:
Congrats on being done!! Were the exams in that block really crazy?
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Yes. It's extremely rare for someone to actually pass the majority of those exams. It makes for a very stressful 8 weeks in preparation!
 
Rwwilliams said:
Yes. It's extremely rare for someone to actually pass the majority of those exams. It makes for a very stressful 8 weeks in preparation!
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Those are the worst! I never really understood why a professor would purposefully make an exam where they knew the majority of the class would fail it...
 
Ashgirl said:
Those are the worst! I never really understood why a professor would purposefully make an exam where they knew the majority of the class would fail it...
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I wish I knew. One of the hardest exams this block is written by a really lovely professor but she thinks her exam is 100% fair. Our other livestock guru can't get above a B on her exam, so it's no surprise that third year students are routinely failing it! I just think that if exam scores are historically ignored, it needs to be evaluated as to whether there is a problem with the students (we're stupid? Not studying enough?) or a problem with the exam/material (not communicated appropriately what to know? Exam doesn't reflect what we're told to know?).
 
Rwwilliams said:
I wish I knew. One of the hardest exams this block is written by a really lovely professor but she thinks her exam is 100% fair. Our other livestock guru can't get above a B on her exam, so it's no surprise that third year students are routinely failing it! I just think that if exam scores are historically ignored, it needs to be evaluated as to whether there is a problem with the students (we're stupid? Not studying enough?) or a problem with the exam/material (not communicated appropriately what to know? Exam doesn't reflect what we're told to know?).
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I completely agree! We had a bit of a similar issue with one of our classes but their "fix" was that there was a major (15%..) curve so therefore it was okay that most people failed it? It's just an odd way to go about testing to me.
 
batsenecal said:
House of Cards. Oh. My. God. At least I won't be spending all of the midterm break watching Netflix and coloring in my coloring book.
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I'm one episode short of finishing season one for the first time and I'm really wondering what lasting appeal there is for a show where you hate the main characters. I mean, I love rooting for someone you just shouldn't like, like Dexter or Hannibal Lecter, but man. I'm not sure I get it.

Not invitation for spoilers - just wondering if, like... If I'm not sure I liked season one that much by this point, then does it get better? Does hating the characters provide the momentum to keep watching instead?
 
twelvetigers said:
I'm one episode short of finishing season one for the first time and I'm really wondering what lasting appeal there is for a show where you hate the main characters. I mean, I love rooting for someone you just shouldn't like, like Dexter or Hannibal Lecter, but man. I'm not sure I get it.

Not invitation for spoilers - just wondering if, like... If I'm not sure I liked season one that much by this point, then does it get better? Does hating the characters provide the momentum to keep watching instead?
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Feel the same way about the show. I only keep watching it because my BF loves it, so we watch it together.
 
I actually don't hate them. It's odd. They're negative protagonists for sure. But the reason it holds my attention is 1) the intrigue of what they're doing and what's going to happen and 2) I wouldn't be surprised if there's some truth to this portrayal. I mean, if the Flint water crisis is developing as it has (let alone the plethora of other shenanigans that we do and don't know about), I could see this kind of manipulation happening in real life.

I am loving season four so far (episode four has ridiculousness everywhere). Episode 1 or 2 of season 2 are important, though you've already made it past the first causality that suffers at the hands of Frank.

I also want to see what happens to them. Will they get caught? Will they succeed? Will one of them sell out the other?

There's also other small things that develop the characters for me that I love to discuss with one of the other RDs that works with me. Season 2 is big for that and then the first half of four.

It's a patience series for sure. Very similar to game of thrones.
 
twelvetigers said:
I'm one episode short of finishing season one for the first time and I'm really wondering what lasting appeal there is for a show where you hate the main characters. I mean, I love rooting for someone you just shouldn't like, like Dexter or Hannibal Lecter, but man. I'm not sure I get it.

Not invitation for spoilers - just wondering if, like... If I'm not sure I liked season one that much by this point, then does it get better? Does hating the characters provide the momentum to keep watching instead?
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that's how I felt about Breaking Bad. I couldn't make it past episode 2 of House of Cards
 
twelvetigers said:
I'm one episode short of finishing season one for the first time and I'm really wondering what lasting appeal there is for a show where you hate the main characters. I mean, I love rooting for someone you just shouldn't like, like Dexter or Hannibal Lecter, but man. I'm not sure I get it.

Not invitation for spoilers - just wondering if, like... If I'm not sure I liked season one that much by this point, then does it get better? Does hating the characters provide the momentum to keep watching instead?
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If it hasn't grabbed you yet, I doubt it's going to. I agree with batsenecal, Frank and Claire are horrible people, but it's interesting to see what they'll do next and how things will play out for them. Plus it's interesting to see how their version of the 2016 presidential race compares to reality. I'm not as crazy about House of Cards as some people are, though, I thought most of season 3 was really boring. And I HATE Doug. But I've heard good things about season 4! I've only watched the first episode so far.

I LOVE Breaking Bad. 😍 I can see how it's not for everyone, and I wasn't sure if I would like it before I started watching, but I weirdly still rooted for Walt even towards the end. The show did a good job of pitting him against people who were even more evil than he became.
 
Both shows show that there's a different perspective on everything and that there's a lot of grey areas. It also brings up the concept of do the ends justify the means. Like, if these two people are smart and crafty enough to get away with all this, should they run the country? You want the smartest and craftiest to run the country and it looks like it's them. It also brings up that you have got to do what you've got to do to survive.
 
twelvetigers said:
I'm one episode short of finishing season one for the first time and I'm really wondering what lasting appeal there is for a show where you hate the main characters. I mean, I love rooting for someone you just shouldn't like, like Dexter or Hannibal Lecter, but man. I'm not sure I get it.

Not invitation for spoilers - just wondering if, like... If I'm not sure I liked season one that much by this point, then does it get better? Does hating the characters provide the momentum to keep watching instead?
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That was how I started to feel about Breaking Bad during season 4. Bf and I never finished it for that reason. I felt bad for Jessie, but I just couldn't root for Walt anymore.

Super weird because negative protagonists don't usually bother me...I loved Dexter and Hannibal (though of course Hannibal has Will for balance).
 
PrincessButterCup said:
Don't go proposing to all your nurses while you wake up from anesthesia. 😉
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The anesthesiologist is not revealing anything because I know she's messing with me, but she said "You were so cute in recovery" and then promptly left. I tried to stop her but she did the "Sorry, super busy."

I said something. Damnit.
 
dyachei said:
Glad to hear from you. Hope it went well.
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Thanks dyachei.

It went well. Spoke with the anesthesiologist for quite a long time actually, since I did a lot of research prior about mitigating phantom pains. She contacted a bunch of colleagues and although the research isn't conclusive, an epidural has shown more benefit than a straight spinal, which almost seems counterintuitive.

At the moment I still have an epidural administering 10mL/hr. I'm guessing we'll pull it out tomorrow. I have stump pain and tingling in my legs and feet still which is pretty strange, but I expected that. None of the stabbing pains so hopefully that's a good outcome.

We'll see what happens once the pain meds are gone. I got in my chair today for the first time, wasn't as sketchy as I thought but it's definitely going to take adjustment. I noticed a huge difference right away with transfers though.
 
wheelin2vetmed said:
The anesthesiologist is not revealing anything because I know she's messing with me, but she said "You were so cute in recovery" and then promptly left. I tried to stop her but she did the "Sorry, super busy."

I said something. Damnit.
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Yay! So glad you're alive. Been thinking of you and waiting for this post!
 
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pinkpuppy9 said:
Fingers crossed...we found another rental that's slightly cheaper, still very close to school, has THREE bathrooms, and the rooms are much better size-wise. I hope this works out because it's been stressing me out!
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Dang, I want to live somewhere with three bathrooms. Good luck!
 
An old friend from high school (a first year in med school) messaged me with questions about her vomiting cat (did the whole "I know nothing" spiel). After all of that, I got "I hope you know I'm going to be your client once you're done."

😍 I haven't heard that before, so it was kind of amazing to hear that someone has confidence in me.
 
A city on the outskirts of the one I'm in just passed an ordinance banning pet stores from selling dogs/cats from high volume breeders. It may or may not affect existing stores, and the mayor has threatened to veto it, but it's a great precedent. My hometown actually passed the first such ordinance, but the Petland execs are not happy... which makes me very, very happy. Let them be uncomfortable. People are finally calling out their B.S.
 
I actually had a really good, not stressful day at work, and was only there an hour past when I was supposed to leave, which is basically unheard of for the morning shift. I love not closing. Love it.
 
Jilary said:
I really hope this doesn't come off as microaggression, but I passed anatomy!!!! :soexcited:

I was so happy when I found out today, I wanted to scream it out, but I know some people likely didn't pass, and I want to give them hugs.
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Dude celebrate. You have every right to it. I know it's hard everywhere, but it's a b***** of a class and you deserve to be proud.

And it sort of becomes the same feeling with boards. You get super excited about passing but know that is possible someone who didn't, but doesn't mean shouldn't be proud of yourself.
 
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I got accepted into the summer research job I applied to. The pay is good and there's about a month of vacation included in there. I really like having things planned out ahead of time so this was really great news to hear. 😀
 
Pugsforlove2014 said:
I got accepted into the summer research job I applied to. The pay is good and there's about a month of vacation included in there. I really like having things planned out ahead of time so this was really great news to hear. 😀
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Is it the one we talked about?! Congrats, that's awesome!
 
Pugsforlove2014 said:
I think so?? I'm not sure! How's your summer shaping up? I heard about that course you got accepted to so thats good!
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It should be pretty dull, actually. I didn't get the program here at my school (bummer), but I'll be having shoulder surgery once school lets out so I'll be a bum at my parents' house haha. August I'll be in Grand Cayman!
 
pinkpuppy9 said:
It should be pretty dull, actually. I didn't get the program here at my school (bummer), but I'll be having shoulder surgery once school lets out so I'll be a bum at my parents' house haha. August I'll be in Grand Cayman!
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That sounds like a boss way to spend the summer honestly haha. Sounds like you'll need at least a months rest if not more so maybe it was meant to be huh? You could always try you hand at some painting courses and stuff over the summer 😀.
 
Pugsforlove2014 said:
That sounds like a boss way to spend the summer honestly haha. Sounds like you'll need at least a months rest if not more so maybe it was meant to be huh? You could always try you hand at some painting courses and stuff over the summer 😀.
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HA, literally. My one hand.
 
To keep myself motivated in this quest to pay off my student loans, I celebrate lots of little milestones and today I made a big one!

The amount of money I've paid already is now greater than the amount I owe!

And even better because I got there this month thanks to my now fiancé 🙂 In lieu of an engagement ring, which would only bring us further into debt delaying when we would actually be able to afford a wedding, house, and kids, he gave me a hunk of cash. It may not sound romantic to anyone else, but it is oh so romantic for me (particularly since I've never in my life worn a ring other than a ringpop). Just to make it official, we wrapped the receipt from the bank for the wire transfer around my ring finger.

In a few months, I will be at the half way point at 24 months post graduation.

And now that I've been in the 5 digits zone rather than 6, every few months I see the big number go down which has huge psychologic effects. There IS light at the end of the tunnel! If all goes according to plan, I will be debt free in 19-22 months and we can finally stop living like starving college kids.




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Minnerbelle said:
To keep myself motivated in this quest to pay off my student loans, I celebrate lots of little milestones and today I made a big one!

The amount of money I've paid already is now greater than the amount I owe!

And even better because I got there this month thanks to my now fiancé 🙂 In lieu of an engagement ring, which would only bring us further into debt delaying when we would actually be able to afford a wedding, house, and kids, he gave me a hunk of cash. It may not sound romantic to anyone else, but it is oh so romantic for me (particularly since I've never in my life worn a ring other than a ringpop). Just to make it official, we wrapped the receipt from the bank for the wire transfer around my ring finger.

In a few months, I will be at the half way point at 24 months post graduation.

And now that I've been in the 5 digits zone rather than 6, every few months I see the big number go down which has huge psychologic effects. There IS light at the end of the tunnel! If all goes according to plan, I will be debt free in 19-22 months and we can finally stop living like starving college kids.




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CONGRATULATIONS!!! :biglove:
 
Minnerbelle said:
To keep myself motivated in this quest to pay off my student loans, I celebrate lots of little milestones and today I made a big one!

The amount of money I've paid already is now greater than the amount I owe!

And even better because I got there this month thanks to my now fiancé 🙂 In lieu of an engagement ring, which would only bring us further into debt delaying when we would actually be able to afford a wedding, house, and kids, he gave me a hunk of cash. It may not sound romantic to anyone else, but it is oh so romantic for me (particularly since I've never in my life worn a ring other than a ringpop). Just to make it official, we wrapped the receipt from the bank for the wire transfer around my ring finger.

In a few months, I will be at the half way point at 24 months post graduation.

And now that I've been in the 5 digits zone rather than 6, every few months I see the big number go down which has huge psychologic effects. There IS light at the end of the tunnel! If all goes according to plan, I will be debt free in 19-22 months and we can finally stop living like starving college kids.




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Congrats!!! This is so exciting! 😍😀
 
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Minnerbelle said:
To keep myself motivated in this quest to pay off my student loans, I celebrate lots of little milestones and today I made a big one!

The amount of money I've paid already is now greater than the amount I owe!

And even better because I got there this month thanks to my now fiancé 🙂 In lieu of an engagement ring, which would only bring us further into debt delaying when we would actually be able to afford a wedding, house, and kids, he gave me a hunk of cash. It may not sound romantic to anyone else, but it is oh so romantic for me (particularly since I've never in my life worn a ring other than a ringpop). Just to make it official, we wrapped the receipt from the bank for the wire transfer around my ring finger.

In a few months, I will be at the half way point at 24 months post graduation.

And now that I've been in the 5 digits zone rather than 6, every few months I see the big number go down which has huge psychologic effects. There IS light at the end of the tunnel! If all goes according to plan, I will be debt free in 19-22 months and we can finally stop living like starving college kids.




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So impressive!
 
I've had a no-good-very-bad week (see the Rant thread from Monday) but today, today was okay.

My dog Belle had a successful amputation of her osteosarcoma-ridden leg and is recovering well (also her ALP was 86 which is a positive prognostic indicator). While I couldn't convince my parents that chemo is a good idea, I'm hopeful that she can enjoy one last summer, even if she is a tripawd now 🙂

I am officially an aunt! My sister gave birth today to a beautiful little baby girl with quite the head of hair. While it meant a 90 minute drive to and from Wisconsin to be there, I 100% feel it was worth it to meet the newest tiniest member of my family.

My professor is allowing me to take the exam scheduled for tomorrow at 8am on Monday instead, due to the aforementioned circumstances from today. He definitely was under no obligation to do me this favor so I am extremely grateful that I can happily head to bed right now instead of spending the next 7 hours trying to cram studying instead of sleeping.
 
hazelmoo said:
In Seattle! Whale watching tomorrow, sight seeing Monday, then off to Vancouver on Tuesday! So excited. I love travel!!! :biglove:
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Vancouver is amazing. Don't forget to see the aquarium! Oh, and I don't know if it's in season yet but if it is you should check out the Night Market.
 
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