C. Ratched, MSN, RN

C. Ratched, MSN, RN

@cratchedrn.bsky.social

Blue Dot in AL! NB (they/she), Queer, NB, liberal Democrat, atheist, RN, parent, cat person. Not a “nice person.” High Priestess of Church of Petty.

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A refresher for those who are new. My username is not an ode to the character of Nurse Ratched. I am not that character. I’m the last decade of her life my mom had many health issues, not including the cancer that eventually killed her. She would ask me questions and for medical advice. I, being

Let’s talk printers. I hate HP. Absolutely loathe the company. I currently have an HP all-in-one printer and I need to buy ink. $170 for ink. I’m looking to switch to an Epson EcoTank. I can get a brand new printer for about the cost of ink for my HP. Anyone have thoughts about Epson?

I am trying to avoid decision paralysis so instead of obsessing about every office chair option I just ordered a chair that checked off the items on my list and looked cute. I went with the pink one!

I’m awake and dressed waiting for the guy to come and assemble my new desk. I really just want to be lying in bed reading. Maybe I’ll feel motivated once the desk is assembled. 🤷🏼‍♀️ Hope everyone has a great day!

The new desk is on my porch. Old desk is in the garage. Floor is swept and a place for the desk has been cleared. Assembly is tomorrow morning. Now I just need to drag the box with the new desk into the house. Ugh! I’m tired.

Desk delivery is today and assembly is scheduled for Sunday. Which means I need to get the old desk cleared off and things moved around in the office. Am I doing that? No. I’m laying in bed watching Gilmore Girls. That makes perfect sense. Right?

After much dithering and overthinking I finally purchased a desk! It’s not fancy, but I already have a rolling file cabinet and a printer stand. So no need to add more. Just a nice big work station.

I am paying for assembly because I just don’t want to fuck around with it. The desk should arrive tomorrow and hopefully I can get it assembled early next week. Then I’ll be ready to start work next month!!

Okay. I want everyone to tell me how brave I am. I took my bright flashlight into the bathroom and looked for the spider. I did not find it. Even not knowing where the danger might be lurking I still pulled my pants down and peed, knowing my escape time would be hobbled (literally).

I have a problem. Spider in the only bathroom. Tried to hit it like 3 times and can’t kill it. Heart pounding. Bladder screaming. Now it’s in a corner and I can’t squish it there. But it’s inches away from the toilet so I can’t pee. Warning, spider pic below. Don’t look if you’re like me.

I have a problem. Spider in the only bathroom. Tried to hit it like 3 times and can’t kill it. Heart pounding. Bladder screaming. Now it’s in a corner and I can’t squish it there. But it’s inches away from the toilet so I can’t pee. Warning, spider pic below. Don’t look if you’re like me.

We walked. We ate. We listened to music. It was fun! It was super busy today so a little crowded. But I walked 3.5 miles. And wow Dollywood has some inclines. 🤣 I am a sucker for Loungefly backpacks and look at this little beauty!

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We walked. We ate. We listened to music. It was fun! It was super busy today so a little crowded. But I walked 3.5 miles. And wow Dollywood has some inclines. 🤣 I am a sucker for Loungefly backpacks and look at this little beauty!

I had the best day! Went to brunch, hung out at a cat cafe, painted pottery, had a fabulous espresso martini and a glass of wine with The Kid. Then had a great German dinner with The Kid, The SIL, & The Grandkid! Now it’s off to bed because tomorrow is Dollywood!

Things to invest in for my house … a thermostat that can auto switch between heat and coil. I didn’t realize that a cool front was going to have temps dipping into the 30s overnight while I’m gone. So I have the AC on and set at 74. Poor fuzzy butts are gonna be chilly overnight.

Morning. It’s a cool and dreary morning. My back is unhappy about the drive and the mattress that isn’t mine. But I’m happy to be here. Brunch and gossip with The Kid today. I hope you all have a fabulous Saturday.

I have to say though that this AirBNB is nice. Newly renovated and extremely clean. Best part? 3 minutes away from The Kid! I don’t usually stay in AirBNBs, but there aren’t a lot of hotel options close by. This time it’s cheaper than a decent hotel and closer so … Winner!

Okay. Cats have food in feeder, water in fountains, clean bag & litter in the Robot. Extra food and litter are placed. Doors are propped open. Key is in lockbox. Car is packed. Gas tank full. Ready to hit the road. Wish me luck. 🤣

Last night packing was stressing me out so I decided to do what I usually do and pack in the morning. That was a mistake. Now I’m even more stressed. Nothing is going right. I’m fighting back a panic attack. Fucking morning.

I’m packed. Sorta. Not a damn thing folded. I literally threw it in the suitcase. I didn’t pack a small makeup bag with just the essentials. Nope. I put it ALL in the suitcase. I just can’t be convinced to find a fuck to give.

Morning. Today is fiber internet installation day … well actually it’s moving fiber day since I need it moved into my office. Then it’s laundry and packing day because I get to see The Kid tomorrow! Hope y’all have a good day!