The Extent of My Medical Career

Is it sad that I look forward to eating at a hospital cafeteria? It reminds me of being back at my high school cafeteria where there were really no healthy options, so you had no choice but to have chicken fingers topped with gravy and a side of fries. In my high school there was a Senior Cafeteria that I would frequent for two main reasons:

1) There was a juke box in there where I could play a continuous loop of A-Ha’s “Take On Me”.


2) I could get a cheese sandwich there, which was really the only vegetarian eating option besides pizza and fries. Oh, Kaiser roll, your doughy goodness is bothe practical and delicious!!

Besides fond memories of food and music (and really what else is there in life for me?), I am drawn to the hospital cafeteria for the following reasons:

1) I find comfort in the fact that I see doctors and nurses eat massive amounts of
fried foods. It makes me feel as if these things may be good for me if I just
keep eating them like the professionals.

2) I can gaze at the wonder that is red jello! How I wish I could eat it for it looks so surreal, retro, and remarkable!


3) I am thoroughly amazed at how freakin’ cheap the establishment is! I can buy a grilled cheese, mashed potatoes, corn,and a Diet Coke for around $3! McDonald’s try to top that!

As I chowed down on my meal today while listening to medical banter, I wondered why I didn’t become a doctor. No, wait, I think it’s the blood, unflattering scrubs, and those puffy hair caps/nets,and shoe covers, although it would make it easier to get ready in the morning.

And, oh yes, the seven years of school! No offense to my dear friends in the medical field. Medicine, it’s just not my style . . . unless it involves getting roofied.