Parents as Partners: my new motto

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Last night was a new kind of good feeling. Came home energized from good conversation & new faces. Realized what a big deal it is that a staff member nominated ME for our hospital’s main Family Advisory Committee. There is so much good to be done and with a new circle of people with whom I empathize in a way I could have never imagined. This is our world and we are embracing it.

Wednesday Pep Talk: Kid President Says You Matter

Three minutes of inspiration from the adorable, intelligent and very entertaining Kid President. Whenever I need a pick me up I google this kid and I always am reminded how I need to get out there and do more. Thought maybe a few others could use the same kick in the pants that I did this week. Oh, and you’ll laugh, too. Below the video are my personal take-aways and a few side notes.Continue reading “Wednesday Pep Talk: Kid President Says You Matter”

Instagram is My Art Museum

I’ve enjoyed a few art museums in my day. Been to 3 of the most famous in the world actually – Louvre, Madrid’s el Prado and the Hermitage in St. Petersburg. And I could probably add another 50 little ones to that when you count every church and every historic place I’ve entered in my travels. But I admit, I am not a huge art lover. I can appreciate someone’s effort, maybe even their intent if someone can explain it to me. I love a good backstory. I don’t do well with the whole interpretation thing though.

That’s why Instagram is so perfect for me. Most people caption their art in some way so I get context. With the context and the work of art together I get a story.Continue reading “Instagram is My Art Museum”