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How many times a day does someone ask you, “How are you?” How many times a day do you reply with a “fine,” “okay,” or “good?” How many times is that reply a big fat lie? As the person asking, “How are you,” do ever expect someone to just breakdown with why their life is falling apart?
by nkochrn 16 comments Last by GrnTea
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I am an RN (currently retired) and a budding novelist! It is so exciting to be (finally!) putting myself out there! I KNOW there are other nurses out there who write? Do you? Or do you have goals and dreams you keep putting off?
Poll by Liddle Noodnik 13 comments Last by Liddle Noodnik
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In our family, traditions have always been important, especially at this time of year. Don’t get overwhelmed trying to make the perfect Christmas. Remember, it’s really the things that you can’t buy or put a price on...... the traditions that get passed on from one generation to the next that make Christmas special. This Christmas, have fun with your family and enjoy making or continuing some great traditions and memories.
by tnbutterfly 21 comments Last by GrnTea
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The convenience of having a phone with us where ever we go is certainly a positive thing. However, now we are beginning to feel as if we can't do anything or go anywhere without making sure our phone is with us. When our possessions start possessing us, we might want to consider the possibility of a problem.
by MusicalCoffee 20 comments Last by somenurse
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Abusive relationships are exacerbated during the holiday season. It's something that isn't talked about very much. Perhaps it should be.
by Ruby Vee 6 comments Last by multi10
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A lesson learned about what really matters......
by mjcruiser 8 comments Last by nursefrances
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From weight loss gimmicks and diet pills to for-profit trade schools trying to enroll new students, daytime TV commercials are directed at a specific demographic of people who have problems with money and self-esteem. The purpose of this article is to explore the poor external cues on daytime television and discuss how some of these advertisements appeal to the impulses of certain students.
by TheCommuter 10 comments Last by HM-8404
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i don’t like chicken -- at least, not if it tastes like chicken. cover it with breading and deep fry it, i can maybe tolerate it -- if it’s absolutely fresh. chicken tikka masala doesn’t really taste like chicken, so i can deal with it -- usually. but really, i don’t like chicken.
people think i’m batty to not like chicken -- what is there...
by Ruby Vee 20 comments Last by OCNRN63
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I don't often travel by air but happened to do so last week, from one coast to the other to help with the allnurses.com booth at NTI convention in Orlando. That trip, together with other activities, prompted the following musings.
by dianah 2 comments Last by TheCommuter
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The holidays are the most joyous time of the year. After all, it’s the time of the year when we can all get together for fun and food. So why is it that I'm always stressed out this time of the year? All I want is a worry-free holiday dinner party. Is that too much to ask for?
by Blanca R 10 comments Last by Blanca R
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My mother always taught me that there is a proper place for everything. Shoes, in the shoe closet. Clothes, in the clothes closet.
Secrets, in the skeleton closet.
That last was always a problem for me (still is). But there are certain skeletons that, frankly, should stay there.
Take the time I took my then-husband to the company...
by Liddle Noodnik 7 comments Last by Liddle Noodnik
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A memorable first impression on the holidays gives a nervous new boyfriend immediate acceptance into the family.
by Flare 2 comments Last by caroladybelle
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Remembrance is a gift, the spirit of Christmas is a blessing. May we all remember the best of what is to come during the Holiday Season.
by jaelpn 1 comments Last by Flare
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Laughter is the best medicine
by jaelpn 4 comments Last by maelstrom143
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Those who are not direct caregivers are often amazed with the professional caregivers' abilities. They are amazed at the fact that we seem to effortlessly perform certain procedures in difficult situations. I've often heard statements like, "I'm glad you can do that, because I couldn't!"
Often commented on is the ability to perform our duties...
by Davey Do 1 comments Last by No Stars In My Eyes