There’s something about setting up an OR before a case that I’ll probably always love. The organization, the instruments, having everything where it needs to be, and knowing that all of the little details matter. Becoming a surgical tech wasn’t necessarily where I thought I’d end up forever, but

I saw this on the back of someone’s car this morning: “I hope something good happens to you today.” And honestly, I really needed to see it. I was having one of those hard days at work when nothing seems to be going right, and you’re one minor inconvenience away from losing your mind. And

My goal isn’t to become a different person, it’s to become a version of myself that feels happier, healthier, softer, and more confident. Here are some things I’ve been working on: 💧Drinking more water, moving my body, getting enough sleep, and actually eating. 🧹Cleaning a little every day, g

Hi! I’m Mads, and I figured this was the perfect way to start my little corner of Lemon8. I’ll be sharing pieces of my everyday life—from long days in scrubs to little moments that make me stop and smile. On my drive home today, I passed a sign that said, “Your strength inspires others.” It f