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OVERCOMING MOUNTAINS

The mountain of responsibilities seemed a bit more than I could manage effectively. We had just spent a week with family before, during, and after my father-in-law’s death. We shared memories, grief, and conversations, bringing encouragement through the unplanned reunion of the funeral. Our barnyard had just enjoyed the birth of five baby goats, which […]

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HONORING NURSES

National Nurses Week has me recalling both satisfying and difficult highlights of a 40-year nursing career. Assignments carefully thought out in the hospital, nursing home and home health setting could all be interrupted with the following. “Mrs. Smith is asking for something more for pain.” “You’ll be receiving an admission in 30 minutes.”  “My father just

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