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I have been a nurse for 31 years. Presently I am practicing at a dialysis unit, which a challenge from day to day. My goal for each working day is to give the best possible care to my patients, and to give not only my patients, but also their caregivers emotional

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Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Life: 12 of 343
Humor: LifeSeveral years ago a friend and I went on a trip. On the way to our destination, we spent one night at a casino. Now what you need to know, is I was still trying to impress this guy. We walked around, played a little blackjack and decided we would go to one of the restaurants in the casino.As we were descending on t... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Grandparents: 3 of 64
Memoirs: GrandparentsReflecting back on the memories of my grandmother, brings thoughts of simple living, kindness, joy, and loving. Unfortunately, I only knew one grandparent, which was my mother's mom. My other grandparents had passed away before I was born. I feel like this has helped me to be a good grandmother to my two ... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Drinking: 2 of 23
Title: Reflections: DrinkingA roller coaster ride slowly climbing to the top of the rail and suddenly dropping quickly to the bottom of the rail sometimes reminds me of life. Life living with someone who drinks. As long as it is daytime and he is at work, you feel safe. Knowing the end of the week has come, it becomes dreadfu... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: The passing of loved ones: 8 of 54
Missing the ones I lovedIn life we have different ideas of death, and different experiences with death. I always felt sad for those who had lost a loved one.I usually made comments to the people who were the survivors like I know it hurts, you must be strong for your mother or father, or it will just take time.As many times a... More..
Personal Finance > Stock Market Should you invest in mutual funds or individual stocks?: 3 of 20
Should you invest in mutual funds or individual stocks? I personally feel stocks are the best to invest in. Over a long haul, stocks go up most of the time, your investment produces a larger return than the rate of in- flation and it is a way to own a piece of companies in America. I am not saying the stocks are always on a s... More..
Relationships & Family > Acquaintances & Co-Workers How to demonstrate respect at work: 3 of 19
How to demonstrate respect at workAs a child, always being taught about respect from my parents and the only grandmother I ever knew, I always felt it was an important part of life. My children were taught to be respectful and at this point we are teaching the same to my grandchildren. In a working environment I feel it is es... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: On being a grandmother: 5 of 30
Testimonies: On being a grandmotherThinking back of the day my oldest daughter made the announcement to me that she was expecting a child will never be forgotten. First of all, I still looked at her as my little girl and the second thought came to mind, myself being a grandmother. It took quite a while for it to become realit... More..
Autos > Cars First car memories: 10 of 59
First Car MemoriesDo you remember being a teenager too young to drive, but longing for a particular car you had seen? Well, I do. Back around in 1971 I can remember saying to my father, "Dad, when I start driving, may I have a new car?" I guess to shrug me off he replied, "yes, you will get one when you graduate from high sch... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: My dog: 22 of 109
Missing PrissyAsk if I like animals? I love animals, but at present can't have them because of my granddaughter's allergies. Hopefully, she will outgrow the allergies and will be able to have the opportunity to experience the joy of having an animal. On Mother's Day in May of 1985 what did I get for a gift? I received a littl... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: Dreams & goals: 20 of 98
Dreams and goals? How do we begin to work on getting our dreams to come true and our goals accomplished?Life has its ups and downs, no matter where you are, who you are, or how rich or poor you are. One thing we must remember is there is light at the end of every tunnel. Everyone has a purpose in life. During the present you ... More..