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marcoujor: Playing Solitaire Music

5/22/2019

"Never compare one student's test score to another's. Always measure a child's progress against her past performance. There will always be a better reader, mathematician, or baseball player. Our goal is to help each student become as special as she can be as an individual -- not to be more special than the kid sitting next to her." -- Rafe Esquith

Another wonderful group of men and women graduated with a BSN from my university a couple weekends ago. How wonderful to know that the future of our nursing profession is in such capable and willing hands.

Thanks to Dilon, Lauren, Justina and Rotimi for taking the time to write me a note of appreciation. Some shared beautiful graduation shots with family - even pictures of my "stars" holding my book, A Toolbox for Novice Nurses From A to Z, proudly.

The beat goes on as we start up with the Summer semester this week.

This post is a reminder to all former and current students that nursing is a career that involves both playing solitaire and playing with partners - aka being independent and working collaboratively with a team.

And by the way, Senator Maureen Walsh, the previous paragraph involves a figure of speech. I'm anxious to see how many nurses you encounter playing cards on the job if you are not too busy to actually shadow one of us...

Please enjoy this shot of my "doubles", Andy and Miss Fannie Jordan, who certainly have "solitary" minds at times.

This week, I'll spin some singles music. Any guesses as to next week's theme...!!

ShoutOuts

Three Unique Edible Plants Most people Do Not Know About by Life By Grand Design

Deranged Minds now available at Amazon.com by Richard Rumple

Happy National Solitaire Day ...! National Solitaire Day is May 22 - celebrated since 1990, when Microsoft introduced it to personal computers as a way to teach people how to use a mouse.

Until next week, wishing you peace and a song in your heart, mar

22 Comments

Pamela Oglesby

5/22/2019 05:59:43 am

Dea Maria, I hope you are getting a break between semisters. I think you are definitely a fantastic teacher. Your book is excellent for nursing students. The quote today was profound.

Today's music was very nice, and I enjoyed it thoroughly. Have a good day Maria.

Love, Pam

Maria link

5/22/2019 02:39:58 pm

Dear Pam,
I did have a couple weeks between semesters. Summer classes have started up this week.
Thanks for your kind words. So happy you are enjoying this week's tunes.
Love, Maria

Peg link

5/22/2019 08:27:02 am

You play such an important role in the future of our health care professionals. It says a lot that they show you appreciation for your ongoing dedication. I still fondly remember many of my teachers and wish I could go back and thank the outstanding ones who helped shape my future.
Love the photo of the new furry kids on the block. Hoping your memories during this month are fond and gentle. I know they are well cherished.
Love from Texas

Maria link

5/22/2019 02:49:43 pm

Thanks for the Texas love and kindness, dear Peg.

Like you, I have had some teachers who left a lasting inspiration on me. It warms my heart that some of my students feel this way about me.

Andy and Miss Fannie send their love to your sweet dawg. Love to you too, Maria

Verlie Burroughs

5/22/2019 09:08:38 am

Aw, Andy and Fannie, so sweet. Great tunes this a.m. Mar. Congratulations to nursing students! And to you Maria for all you do! It's a foggy morning in paradise, perfect time to listen to these solitary songs before work, thanks again!

Maria link

5/22/2019 02:54:38 pm

Have a great day at work, Verlie.

Thanks for starting your morning with me and enjoying these song choices.

Thanks also for your kind words.

Love ya, mar

Mike

5/22/2019 09:35:57 am

Hello mar - Listening to Neil Diamond; a nice way to start a day. Hope your next crop of students is as good as this one that you speak so kindly about. Looks like Miss Fannie has cut out her place in the family.

Maria link

5/22/2019 03:03:43 pm

Thanks Mike- I am impressed with the students I have started working with this week.

Miss Fannie does have a sweet and strong personality. This shot of her says it all.

Hope you're having a good day. Hugs, mar

Vicki link

5/22/2019 09:43:42 am

Dear Mareer,

Time to "paws" and reflect as you look at the dawg duo who control your branch office. I imagine they keep you on task as they and you get through each day.
So true, with your quote, and I know you'll always remain in the hearts of your students as they work out in the world.
Love all your music choices today.
Love,
Vickster

Maria link

5/22/2019 03:18:41 pm

You are so right, dear Vickster. These dawgs have a way of putting all matters in perspective. And they are joyful smile makers.

Thanks for your visit, your ongoing support and your appreciation of this week's musical choices.

Love you and lots of hugs, mareer

Shauna

5/22/2019 12:34:27 pm

I enjoyed this playlist, Mar. I'd never heard the Carpenter's song before today. Very sad.

Congrats on yet another group of brilliant graduates. The world will be a better place with nurses who have learned their vocations from such a caring, giving person, Mar.

Enjoy the rest of your week. It looks like Mr. Andy loves having a little sister!

Maria link

5/22/2019 03:23:45 pm

Hi Sha,

I love this Carpenter's song too but agree that it can tug on our hearts.

Indeed Mr. Andy both loves and devils his baby sister. They are quite the comical pair.

Hope you're having a great day. Love you, mar

Kimmie

5/22/2019 03:34:56 pm

Dear Maria
A student is as good as the teacher so I am thinking they must be awesome! Thank you for a wonderful post and congratulations to your students! How blessed we are to have smart and caring health care workers now on the move!
Love and hugs
Kimmie

Maria link

5/23/2019 05:22:50 am

Aw, thanks, dear Kimmie. This comment means a lot coming from such a fine nurse as you.

Have a peaceful and blessed day.
Love,
Maria

Ruby Richert link

5/22/2019 06:04:27 pm

I am soo hooked on solitaire, not a day passes that I don't play. I think it's good for the mind of we seniors. It sounds like you are super busy, Take care. Love you. Hugs.

Maria link

5/23/2019 05:25:09 am

Dear Ruby,
Thanks for the visit. I am not surprised that you do mental gymnastics every day - way to go!
Love you and hugs too, mar

Martie link

5/23/2019 12:23:51 pm

Auw, you have some of my most favorite songs in here. Love the music!

So nice of you to "arm" your students with your book ' A Toolbox for Novice Nurses From A to Z', dear Mar. It is one of those that will always encourage and inspire. Congratulations with yet another completed course.

What a lovely picture of Big Brother and Little Sister. They obviously have a very special relationship.

Hugs to you, dearest Maria.

Martie

Maria link

5/24/2019 05:50:17 am

Dear Martie,

You know I selected the Neil Diamond song with you in mind...:)

Thanks for your visits no matter how busy you are. That means a lot to me.

My current summer students look to be amazing as well - yeah!

And this is a favorite picture of these adoggable dawgs ... :)

Love you and sending lots of hugs to SA, mar

Cynthia link

5/23/2019 09:47:34 pm

Sweet Mar! What wonderful music selections - all pieces I LOVE! And forgive my tardiness: I just returned from a birthday beach trip. It was so good and it's so good to be home. :)
I hope you've had a wonderful week. All those nursing students who just graduated were incredibly lucky to have had you as their teacher. You just never know how many lives you touch. You have truly touched mine, sweet friend! I think of the beautiful cards you have sent me - I've kept each one - and my book you gave me. It's incredible! When my brother-in-law graduates as a paramedic, I want to gift him a copy. He eventually wants to become a PA but your words are fitting - for being a nurse is to care for others and your words speak to those who care for others. :)
Sending you big hugs, sweet friend, and wishes for a wonderful week! xoxo

Maria link

5/24/2019 05:46:48 am

Dear Cynthia,

Hoping you had a wonderful beach birthday getaway. I'm sure this rejuvenated your heart and soul.

Thank you for your beautiful comment.

I would love to send you an autographed copy of my book for your BIL when he graduates. Please send me a reminder email with his name when the time comes.

Wishing you a peaceful day and a beautiful long holiday weekend. Love, Maria

paula

5/24/2019 04:45:35 pm

Maria.....OMG!!! Your babies are simply precious! They look like little trouble-makers!! LOL How much fun you must have with them!
Totally awesome songs in this episode! Awww Karen Carpenter....we miss you. Neil Diamond was my heart throb many yrs. ago.....love his music. Simon & Garfunkel...so awesome. & thanks for the intro to Depeche Mode.....you always manage to slip someone in there, unknown to me. You stretch my inventory, girlfriend!
Congrats on all your hard work & dedication in advancing another fine group of nurses!!,,,,,The world needs all of you! Love, Paula

Maria link

5/28/2019 07:30:57 am

So true, dear Paula - these dawgs are nothing but trouble accompanied by laughs and head shaking on our part!

I love how you appreciate my musical picks - you give me incentive to keep mar's jukebox playing.

Sending you my love and lots of hugs, Maria

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