A friend of mine has a sister who recently spent a lot of time in the hospital recovering from an illness. The entire family grew to know the nurses well, and wanted to send some sort of gift to the … [Read more...]
Not All Disabilities Are Obvious
Many people have physical conditions or so-called disabilities that aren’t obvious. For instance, I recently met a woman who has one leg that is shorter than the other. I had noticed that her gait was … [Read more...]
Respecting Privacy At The Pharmacy
Last week I had to stop by the pharmacy for a medication refill. It was very busy so the pharmacist asked me to wait. I sat down and checked emails while I waited. A few more people came in, one of … [Read more...]
Having Civility When You Visit The Hospital
A friend of mine just suffered a loss in her family. The relative was ill in the hospital for several days, but could still receive visitors. My friend's family was touched by the number of people who … [Read more...]
How to Talk to an Ill Loved One
My family, like many others, has had more than its share of health scares over the past couple of years. I was fortunate to have a wonderful group of friends who helped ease the bad times, but I also … [Read more...]