Ruth is an RN about 20 years older than I who joined the pediatric staff when I was still working as an RN at a small, neighborhood hospital. Being responsible to orient and instruct her, I was at first doubtful about her abilities as she had been working as an administrator at a senior care facility for a number of years.
But Ruth was sharp, determined, very spunky, assertive, organized, and kind; important qualities for a good nurse, and she soon mastered her new role.
Back to the UPS story. Ruth said a young man in those UPS browns we all know so well, brought a package to her home. Ignoring the "beware" sign, he opened the porch door and was bitten in the upper thigh by her dog. Ruth was able to quickly grab the dog and put him inside. She said the UPS man was shaken but claimed he was OK and eager to leave. Ruth, in concern for him, said she wanted to examine his wound before he left. In order to see the bite, though, Mr. UPS would have to drop those nice brown shorts."Lady," he said, "I can't do that. I'm not wearing anything under these shorts."
Do you think this deterred an RN with many years of nursing administration and hospital work experience? Of course not!
Grabbing a towel, Ruth handed it to him and said, "That's okay. Hold this in front of you and drop those drawers. I'm a nurse; I've seen it all."
And yep, he did! I don't remember at all the seriousness of the bite, but oh, did I have a good laugh as she told her tale!
I've had the honor and joy to work with many amazing nurses over the years. Thank one today, won't you?
(This has nothing to do with Sunday's service!) ha!
This week Brother Mick is on a much deserved holiday, and Brother Nelson remains on sabbatical. Jack Suderman, Secretary of the Peace Commission of the Mennonite World Conference (MWC), will be sharing a message he is calling "Peace, a Living Experience" from Psalm 33 and James 3:17-4:1. I've never met Jack, but his biography indicates a wide expanse of cultural experiences in his life. I look forward to hearing and learning.
I suspect our numbers will be down on Sunday, so you are encouraged to sit in the front half of the sanctuary. Also, we may have tourists, so be sure to wear your smiling faces and be ready to explain the differences between Amish and Mennonite. :)I'm feeling very sad for our dear Brother Paul and Sister Mary as their grandson Dan Mast was killed in a construction accident on Tuesday. As you may recall, their grandson Craig died of cancer not so very long ago. Please pray for their family.
sad, sad, sigh
Hearing from Christle, Mark, Brandon, and Taylor at youth group on Wednesday was great! Thanks for sharing your university experiences and learnings!
Lord, we confess that our lack of trust and our fear of the unknown causes us to strike out at others. Mercy, Lord! We cry to you for mercy and grace. Lord, we seek your shelter and comfort. Remind us that never will you leave us nor forsake us though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the seas. Remind us that nothing can separate us from your love. Hold our hands. Guide us. Help us to help each other. Help us to be kind to one another. Help your love to flow through us spilling over like gentle rain on the parched earth to our enemies and neighbors. Come Kingdom of God. Be done will of God on earth as it is in heaven. In Jesus name. Amen.
Without question or doubt, you are LOVED by GOD, and I love you too!
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Love and Light,
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