Theresa, this column was very different from your others, and it was delightful; it reminded me that you had an academic literary career prior to your pivot to Nursing, and it was a treat having you deconstruct Guernica and Picasso as you did. Your observation about the grayness of the artist in a global assessment is reminiscent of so much that we do in our personal and professional lives, as in the phrase “Hate the sin, love the sinner”. As a primary care doctor, that was my everyday mantra with many of the patients struggling with substance abuse, arrest and imprisonment issues, and other social determinants of health. After a while, you learn to be as judgement-free as humanely possible so you could do your job well.
Great column today, with much food for thought (no pun intended)...
Thank you ! I think earning a whole new field is what might keep us going . I also interviewed for an ICU position …. Was offered it after the fact … so might revisit that when I return .
Thank you, Theresa, for the pictures and commentary on Picasso. It was very interesting. I am glad you enjoyed Madrid. I was there about 15 years ago. It is indeed a beautiful city. I must agree with you, as a fellow cancer survivor, about the walking, enjoying slow and well-presented meals, and just finding joy in life. Keep enjoying life.
I’m back into the nursing scene but this time travel position to Carson city Nevada !!!! So perhaps the change of scenery will help with my sometimes negative attitude towards healthcare today !!!
So much wisdom here, especially your thoughts about Picasso, which remind me of my favorite line from The Philadelphia Story, “The time to make your mind up about people is never.”
And I, too, love the European approach to dining: delicious food, good friends, and plenty of time for enjoyment. So glad you had a good trip!
Theresa, this column was very different from your others, and it was delightful; it reminded me that you had an academic literary career prior to your pivot to Nursing, and it was a treat having you deconstruct Guernica and Picasso as you did. Your observation about the grayness of the artist in a global assessment is reminiscent of so much that we do in our personal and professional lives, as in the phrase “Hate the sin, love the sinner”. As a primary care doctor, that was my everyday mantra with many of the patients struggling with substance abuse, arrest and imprisonment issues, and other social determinants of health. After a while, you learn to be as judgement-free as humanely possible so you could do your job well.
Great column today, with much food for thought (no pun intended)...
Thank you ! I think earning a whole new field is what might keep us going . I also interviewed for an ICU position …. Was offered it after the fact … so might revisit that when I return .
It will be hard to leave the hubby and dogs :(
Thank you, Theresa, for the pictures and commentary on Picasso. It was very interesting. I am glad you enjoyed Madrid. I was there about 15 years ago. It is indeed a beautiful city. I must agree with you, as a fellow cancer survivor, about the walking, enjoying slow and well-presented meals, and just finding joy in life. Keep enjoying life.
Your best blog yet! So full of wisdom. Jackie
Hi Theresa
Always inspiring !!
Thank you ... looks like a fabulous trip!!
When I come back from Europe I always am
Inspired to live a little differently.
I’m back into the nursing scene but this time travel position to Carson city Nevada !!!! So perhaps the change of scenery will help with my sometimes negative attitude towards healthcare today !!!
Best to you and thank you for sharing
Xo
So much wisdom here, especially your thoughts about Picasso, which remind me of my favorite line from The Philadelphia Story, “The time to make your mind up about people is never.”
And I, too, love the European approach to dining: delicious food, good friends, and plenty of time for enjoyment. So glad you had a good trip!