Weekend Fun!

As the week came to a close, there were some patients who were a bit homesick. They were a bit sad that their family couldn't come and visit but understood nonetheless. There were also patients who had no family and weren't as happy as some. With permission from both the nurses and the patients, I spent the day making funny signs and talked with patients. Here is one of the signs that made some of the elderly laugh. (Excuse the head and hand I had to crop out!)

The day was filled with smiles, and laughter, and praises for making their day!

Daily Thoughts

Seeing people who are committed to caring and helping others really warms my heart. A child came up to me and thanked me for helping his grandma. It was small gesture, but he cried and hugged me. I would say he was about 5 or 6 years old, and it was clear how much he loved his grandma. Knowing that people who want to help make a difference and make sure people are given the care they need fills me with happiness. I may not have caught his name, but the  little boy that thanked me, I wish you nothing but good health and happiness for you and your family.

Mother Baby

Here are the hats I sewed tags on for the newborn babies! I was able to stay with some of the nurses I knew upstairs and watch them put the hats on them! It was an interesting night for a Monday. Seeing the newborns was definitely the highlight of my night!

"Vitality shows in not only the ability to persist but the ability to start over."

- F. Scott Fitzgerald

Friday Madness

The hospital is a busy place, especially when all patients want to do is go home. Discharges are always eager to go home. Since the Superbowl announced this Sunday, some of the patients were buzzing about that as well. Others just wanted to sleep in the quiet or sit in their chairs listening to the music channel.

Lunch was served and I helped some of the geriatric patients eat. The food isn't anything like a school cafeteria meal. Some were offered rice and beans with grilled chicken on the side with sweet peaches for dessert and a chocolate milk. Another was served grilled chicken with a side of vegetables, a cup of vanilla ice cream for dessert, a side of apple slices and hot tea.

With excited football fans, and discharges, the week ended on a good note.