All I want for Christmas...

Is a new boss...again this year. So here's the letter I'd write if I could.

Dear Santa:

This request is getting really old, not just for me, but for everyone else. It's so bad that people are quitting or retiring in the interim.

If a new boss is too much, I'd be happy to take a new job or department reorganization for the new year.

Whatever fits in the bag easier for you.

Sincerely, your favorite nurse ('cause I'd fix Rudolph's shiny nose if you asked),

RehabRN

Two letters

In the grand scheme of things, it seems miniscule. To ask a favor for a friend who is dying. A friend you  shared stories and did wonderful things with, all while doing your job.

It's a small token, but worthwhile nevertheless.

I read this story today and so many memories of patients and last requests came back to me: watching the baseball game, seeing your son/daughter/sister/brother/mother (pick a relative), dreaming about going home, hanging out and laughing.

No fooling. Making these requests come true is a gift we can all give...if we get lucky enough.

More later.