My Apology

8 Good evening, Everyone!

Yesterday, I prematuely posted an article without checking for its validity. I've spent the past year or so doing research, citing resources, and supporting my points of view with evidence. So, I do know how to do this. Not making excuses, but when I read the article, it sounded so believable to me that all due-process regarding accuracy simply went out the window because this article was so close to 'home' literally. During my reading, a million and one things went through my mind 'except' the fact that someone would create such a tale to cause even more duress than what the nation may already be feeling regarding this topic.For that, I extend my heartfelt apologies. You guys will never know how miserable I've been since yesterday's thread.

For the past 24 hours, I've felt as horrible about this as if I had done something to cause harm to a patient. I've felt like a nurse that is not a nurse, but the patient. I've felt like the past year or so has been nothing but a total waste. I've felt like never coming to this site again out of sheer embarrassment. I've felt like I am a professional...just not perfect. And I've felt like a total idiot. The list goes on, especially that nagging thought of 'I can't believe I did that', as 24 hours is a long time to experience a wide range of emotions and I've had to work through them all. As one who's never taken a drink in my life, I didn't even have that as a luxury to block out the article. Diet Coke binges only caused frequent trips to the bathroom.

Anyway, I just wanted to say that I am so humiliated and very, very, very sorry.... Last edit by BSNbeDONE on Oct 12, '14 : Reason: Autocorrect
Oh, you poor thing! Please don't be so hard on yourself. There is no reason for you to never return to the site. We all make mistakes. Go take a look in the mirror. Are you human? Yes? Then you will make mistakes. Enjoy your diet coke, forgive yourself, and remember that we all screw up. I am sure that you are still a great researcher and one honest mistake does not invalidate your hard work. *hugs*

Agreed! No one is perfect. Don't leave the site because of this one mistake. I'm sure you have a lot of good stuff to bring to the table. Forgive yourself and move on.

Hugs!! You are a professional, you aren't perfect--none of us are! I didn't see this article, but I've enjoyed a lot of what you've had to say in here. I'd hate to see you leave over this.

Don't worry about it. No harm done. We all make mistakes.

Oh, darn. Go have a regular Coke and laugh at yourself! We all goof up now and again!

I don't even know what your post was, but I'm sure a large portion of us here wishes that a certain post we made would just self-erase and go away. Don't sweat it.

You've done nothing to warrant my forgiveness, but I'll give it because it'll make you feel better.Please forgive yourself. Whatever you posted, and I don't know what it is, is not worth feeling miserable about.

You were excited and thought you found some legitimate pertinent information. It's a hot topic and easy to be blinded when the adrenaline gets pumping. No apologies needed for being human.

Congratulations!You are a human

Didn't see the article but hey it takes courage to come back and admit you made a mistake. You wouldn't believe how many people let their pride get in the way of that. I have loads of respect for you and (((BSNbeDONE))) Hugs!

Oh I'm so sorry! I didn't see it either - sending hugs. Definetly have a coke and let yourself off the hook!

Oh heavens....NO APOLOGY necessary. I have done it...we all have. I have a few "Oops my bad " on here so don't feel bad. I saw that article before you posted it and I thought....Holy crap! Before I posted it I Googled (like Google is the answer man...LOL) it and realized the source probably not as accurate as it could be and I was home ...there was nothing on the news. I think the family member who spoke with the author was told it didn't look good and took the 5 mins of fame..however his relative hung on for a couple more days. (Gotta love families )I think we all are a little nervous. Fro years the imminent doom of an epidemic has loomed on the horizon. We have hear tales of foreboding and post apocalyptic dark worlds. It's creepy right now.Please don' think about leaving....we get it...it's OK. I think that there are some of us who have been at this a long time that we have learned to be cautious of what we do and say because we too have had one of those moments. I"l bet you'll check everything from now on.... LOL ((HUGS))You just need to "Let it go...." LOL (of course I have a more vulgar version from You tube I can't get out of my head....LOL)