As thousands of applicants try to sleep the night before the email notification of Match 2016,I'm sure minds are racing, fears are soaring and mixed emotions are apparent. I was somewhat indifferent. Not sure why, but I just wasn't on an emotional roller coaster like I was for Step 1 and Step 2 exams results. I think maybe because those exams were the true stepping stones to getting a residency. I had several dreams that I had matched...and I look to my dreams a lot of times for direction.
So, when the results came in I was on the phone with my good friend and fellow classmate, talking about stuff...she checked her email, and said, "I matched." At that time I was logged on to the NRMP website and didn't see any results posted. Hmmmm....so, I quickly signed into my email...there was an email...the subject line read: Did I Match?...Now, my blood was flowing...I asked her what did her subject line read...lol...it was the same...and I opened it...it said, "Congratulations, you have matched!" I had rehearsed this so many times in my head. I meditated on it...and was pleased to see it manifest. I screamed, jumped around...but, really didn't feel the huge emotions I thought I would feel...
Later that day, I'm out shopping with my youngest son...and it HIT ME...I MATCHED! OMG...I MATCHED! Tears began to roll down my face as I walked through the mall. I couldn't help myself. I was trying to wipe them because I didn't want people to think something was wrong. I just was overcome with emotions. I had such a huge sense of GRATITUDE, THANKFULNESS, and HAPPINESS. For the past 7 1/2 years, I've experienced real life changing situations. However, my determination to complete this had paid off. I made it through. This July I will be a RESIDENT PHYSICIAN. What an amazing journey! ONLY BY THE GRACE OF GOD!
No matter where you are in pursuing your dreams, remember the 40 year old medical student that beat all the odds, that persevered through loss of her husband, legal battles, and doubt of others. Although falling down several times, I never STOPPED BELIEVING. I NEVER DOUBTED that I COULD DO THIS. I BELIEVED IN ME. I BELIEVED IN THE POWER THAT IS WITHIN ME. I am just so thankful that someone gave me the opportunity. And So can you accomplish your dreams...You can do whatever is in your heart to do. Just don't give up...even when you cannot see a way...Ask GOD to show you the way...and He will reveal it step by step...This is a FAITH WALK...Keep walking!
I matched! #Match2016 #WithGodAllThingsArePossible
Now, go live your dreams!
Amen! Congratulations to you!!!! I am an accepted Ross student (class of Sept 2016) and I have read almost every one of your post within the past few weeks. I am soo happy for you! Indeed I know that God has his hands on you. Your blog is a huge inspiration and I pray you go on to inspire and bless others during residency. God bless!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations. Can't wait to hear where you're going.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Queen!! I have just found your blog last week and have been TOTALLY INSPIRED!! I had an interview with Ross on yesterday and I am waiting in blessed expectation! I am very PROUD of you! Thank you for allowing us to follow your journey. I hope to be able to give back in a way similar to you. Thank you so much and I pray God continues to keep you!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! God bless!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations. I am so happy for you. I am studying overseas. I'm a dual national through my husband, and am studying in Latin America. You are such an inspiration. Please keep us posted.
ReplyDeleteI'll be sitting the premed exam in 2 days. Please pray for me
ReplyDeleteFret not..prepare then go kill it...God will see you through!
DeleteIf I get in next year I will be 39. Thank you for inspiring me
ReplyDeleteCongrats! Where did you match?
ReplyDeleteResults of where released Friday
DeleteCongratulations, I can only imagine how great it felt (once it sank in LOL). Well deserved. Match season is so inspirational, I definitely cant wait, congrats again!
ReplyDeleteI am just beginning this process at the age of 40! It feels so impossible. I was inspired by your faith in God as that is the only thing that has kept me going. Do you have any advise for the older undergrad on getting accepted to medical school?
ReplyDeleteI started the journey at age 38...of course the same requirements must be met, just like all applicants...like you must Ace all prerequisites classes...score high on MCAT...volunteer in healthcare field to solidify your interest in medicine. You must convince the admission board that this is your life's purpose and not just a whimsical idea...you must show you have the energy and determination to follow it through to completion. Take it one step at a time...plan the course you want to take...do not get overwhelmed with the process..it can be long and tedious...handle what's at hand, then move to next step. It took my 7.5 years to get here...It can be done! Now, go live your dreams...
ReplyDeleteThank you. I sat the GAMSAT yesterday which is equivalent to your MCAT. I completed my undergraduate degree several years ago with competitive grades, so I needed to have scored high yesterday to be offered an interview. I will find out in 6 weeks. But I will try agin next year if I don't succeed this time. Thank you for replying it means so much to me. I admire what you have accomplished and know it is no small feat, you should be very proud of yourself. Unfortunately I'm not feeling confident about yesterday's exam but I know next year I will do better.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Queen! You are definitely an inspiration to many. What field did you match in?
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!
ReplyDeleteThanks for responding. Are you able to practice medicine in the US?
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely..that's were I'm from...
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely..that's were I'm from...
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