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Just wanted to let everyone know that I will not be leaving for Saudi Arabia. I have recently heard a lot of scary stories about the way women are treated over there. Plus as time goes by, the agency who has recruited me tells me more things that just irk me. Like I have to wear a white uniform with white shoes. I'm sorry, but I have to change my life to go over there. I certainly don't want to have to change what I wear to work and what I'm comfortable in. The other thing is that I would be required to work 2 12 hr shifts, then have 2 days off, then work 3 12 hr shifts, and start the cycle all over again. That is very difficulty to do physically (for me). 10 hrs is my max. And everyone keeps telling me that I will really have to bite my tongue when I'm there because I'm so outspoken and opinionated. I truly feel that I'd have a very difficult time acting like a slave and having no rights.

I have done a ton of research and I have come to the conclusion that I just can't do it. And unfortunately, the Australian thing fell apart so that's out of the picture for now.

So, I've decided to do travel nursing. I want to continue to work in the recovery room, but there are few places where PACU positions are available.

There is a position in Houston at Methodist Hospital, so if anyone can provide any info about Houston I'd greatly appreciate it. I already know I'm scared to death of the roaches!! I've heard that as soon as you turn off your lights, they're everywhere. And not the little roaches, but the huge flying ones!! Is this true?

So, anyway, for those of you who were worried about me leaving the country, I'm not. And I get to keep my little baby kitty, Farley.

But I'd like any info on Houston that anyone has. I've been there to visit friends, but never lived there. I've only lived in Dallas (which I loved).

So, tell me what y'all think about it, and also include any comments on the hospital if you know of any.

Thanks a lot,

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