Category Archives: nurses are heroes

LISTEN. LOVE. BE.

A question is asked, “What are the qualities or characteristics that I attribute to a successful leader in the nursing field in today’s ever-changing healthcare landscape?” * Well, some things are unchanging.  Patients are still dying, and nurses are still … Continue reading

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Why I Love Clara Barton (Angel of the Battlefield) and my Grandmother!

I was never a war nurse. Clara Barton died over a hundred years ago. But I love the woman. I have loved her for many years. I was deeply influenced by my grandmother. She taught me how to love, actually … Continue reading

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HEROES IN LIFE

I awaken this morning and pass the WWI medals hanging in my hallway, remembering it is Veteran’s Day, commemorating the morning of November 11th, 1918, “Armistice Day”. That was the morning when the church bells tolled across Europe and America … Continue reading

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HONORING NURSES

This week marks the end of National Women’s History Month.  I know some folks are pretty tired of designated days and months for every group, but I am enjoying thinking and reading about special women.  Those who fought for the right to vote, advocated … Continue reading

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