I was a late bloomer, boomer. I had a BA,Ed (degree), but at age 27, was still not in a career. I worked and lived with nurses in Boston, and one day it just occurred to me—I can be a nurse.
From that day forward, I worked to make it a reality. What a wonderful decision. I have worked in many areas of nursing, but my most meaningful job was working with women with breast cancer in the early 1980’s. It was a time when not much was being discussed on this subject, and women really needed care and understanding. Education was key, and I was able to combine both my nursing and education background. I continue to this day to be a nurse educator.
I was recently diagnosed with breast cancer, and the knowledge I gained over the years has helped me personally to get through this-all because of a decision I made in one day.
Ellen
Jacksonville, Florida, USA
Nurse 30 years