Poem : I have learned

I’ve learned…. that the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person. I’ve learned…. that when you’re in love, it shows. I’ve learned…. that just one person saying to me, “You’ve made my day!” makes my day. I’ve learned…. that I feel better about myself when I make others feel … Read more

Poem : Slow Dance

Have you ever watched kids on a merry-go-round? Or listened to the rain slapping on the ground? Ever followed a butterfly’s erratic flight? Or gazed at the sun into the fading night? You better slow down Don’t dance so fast Time is short. The music won’t last. Do you run through each day on the … Read more

20 Things I learned from Nursing

1. When you’re 92, you shouldn’t have to beg for the salt shaker, even if you do have congestive heart failure. 2. Our profession has no room for bullies or whiners. 3. Every day I’ve held a hand but forgotten to chart vitals, I still may have come out ahead. 4. A good doctor is … Read more