Sibling Memories: Growing up Sisters
Do you have siblings? I have one sister, a younger sister, two years my junior. We’ve had some pretty serious discussions in the last few weeks due to our aging…
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Fortunately, I’ve Still Got Nursing Skills
Today, I’m finding out how to be a nurse to a dog. Our puppy, Molly, was spayed yesterday. She is doing well but is still getting used to having a…
Continuances (AKA: Shift work and online courses during the holidays)
There is a television commercial that is running now in our area, that extolls both the virtue and responsibility of nurses during the holiday season. It’s Christmas Day, they work.…
The Problem with Lists
I have always been a list maker. It is a habit that has gotten me through years of parenting three active boys, a husband who worked shifts, two graduate degrees,…
A Piece of Advice: Stay out of your college student’s class issues.
In a little over 9 months, our youngest son will head off to college. We’ve been through this twice before with his two brothers. Our oldest headed off to college…
Inquiring Minds Want to Know
Today, I am in a contemplative mode. Inquiring Minds Want to Know: How many college applications does the average college-bound senior send in? Are digital applications easier than the paper…
A Step Back in Time
This morning I had coffee with a friend, a former teacher, and mentor to all three of my boys in the subject of mathematics. He appreciates the difference in all…
The Road Ends
Sometimes you get to explore the road not taken. Initially, you are excited you decided to travel a more unusual path and the opportunity is embraced. But, as you travel…
