This past year I have been so fortunate to continue working on an endoscopy unit that continues to challenge me and further develop my nursing skills. With the encouragement of my manager, I decided to sit for the exam to become a board certified medical surgical nurse. I was honored to be accredited by the board to prove my experience and expertise in nursing. In addition to becoming certified, I had made it a goal this year to practice my Spanish, and I now feel much more confident conversing with the large Spanish speaking population that I care for. This not only allows me to take better care of my patients, but helps to build trust and comfort with them in a way that I was not able to before. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my dog and exploring new places with my partner. I have made an effort to better my work-life balance and truly enjoy my time outside of the hospital. Being a healthcare professional that has seen how cruel the world can be, I have found it important to really appreciate my time away from the bedside. I feel truly blessed to have found a unit that has helped me grow as a healthcare professional, but also as a person. For that, I want to thank MV Youth once again, because without you, it may not have been possible. I look forward to seeing what the next year has in store for me. I am excited to continue to learn and improve.