Time sure does flies when having fun. As the semester comes an end, I can look back on how this journey through the Baccalaureate program has improve my nursing skills and myself as person. The overall experience in the program was great. We have been placed in various of specialty clinics, areas, and population. There was one event that I clearly remembered from the community clinic and made me double think on how important communication and advocacy is when dealing with clients.  A young male came into the diabetic clinic and was recently diagnosed with Diabetes. He said he was hospitalized for three weeks in the ICU for diabetic ketoacidosis. He had no idea that he was a diabetic. He admitted that he was upset about his diagnosis and felt like he couldn’t complete his dreams of going to college and playing professional basketball. I empathize on how he felt and the only advice I told him was to never give up. There are far more worst case scenarios out there where individuals lose a limb or multiple, permanent eye loss, or even death. Furthermore, the nurse practitioner explained to him on how to keep his body healthy, stay consistent on the diabetic regimen, keep up with all follow up appointments,  and monitor his blood glucose levels.  I felt much better when we both spoke to him. I asked him if he had any questions or concerns , do not be afraid but ask. We are always here to help.  I followed the same client  to the nutritional counselor where they explained a healthier diet for him. He felt more confident in himself to conquer this disease.  As nurses, we have a duty and responsibility  to assist in anywhere possible. This case showed me how my nursing skills and communication skills are imperative. Throughout my nursing career and clinicals, communication is important because clients actually do listen.