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Dignity: There is Beauty in What was Thought to be Broken 

“Finding beauty in a broken world is creating beauty in the world we find.” Terry Tempest Williams  I am dedicating this post today to all those who serve rural communities. This week I attended one of the best conferences in my thirty years in health care. The New England Rural Health Conference in Groton, Connecticut.Continue reading “Dignity: There is Beauty in What was Thought to be Broken “

Dignity: “The Anchor Holds in Spite of the Storm” Ray Boltz 

“Remember, happiness doesn’t depend upon who you are or what you have; it depends solely upon what you think. So, start each day by thinking of all the things you have to be thankful for. Your future will depend very largely on the thoughts you think today. So, think thoughts of hope and confidence andContinue reading “Dignity: “The Anchor Holds in Spite of the Storm” Ray Boltz “

Dignity: My Outlook on Life

Someone asked me once about my outlook on life. I had to think about that for a moment. I think the answer to that question can be dictated by how you feel in the moment and if that is the case, then our responses will cover an array of emotions. In this instance I think theContinue reading “Dignity: My Outlook on Life”

Dignity: Conversations  

On October 1, 2025, I had the honor of speaking to the soon to be graduating nursing class at Berkshire Community College (BCC). It has been an honor for me to be invited to speak to our future nurses over the last 3 years. It is an opportunity to give back to an institution thatContinue reading “Dignity: Conversations  “

Dignity: Impacting the Lives of Others

“A life isn’t significant except for its impact on others’ lives.” Jackie Robinson  When you ask someone who Jackie Robinson was, they will most likely tell you he was the first Black man to play major league baseball. This is a fact. But for me it was the journey he had to take to overcomeContinue reading “Dignity: Impacting the Lives of Others”

Dignity: Finding My Self-Worth 

On my ride to work I began thinking back to when I was young growing up in Boston. I am not sure what triggered these memories, but it was a reminder of where I have been and how far I have come. I believe these memories help me to understand why I am the person IContinue reading “Dignity: Finding My Self-Worth “

Dignity: Happy Birthday Ma 

Sunday, September 7th would have been my mother’s 82nd birthday. My mother passed away on December 10, 2023. Although she is no longer with us her memory and spirit lives on. It is hard to believe she is no longer here. She was the rock and foundation of her sons and husband. She committed herContinue reading “Dignity: Happy Birthday Ma “

Dignity: Life Changing Event

Yesterday we dropped our son off at college. He is going to Curry College with the goal of becoming a special education teacher. Anthony has had this dream since he was a sophomore in high school. This goal was supported by his teachers, administrators, and his family. Many of us saw the gifts he had,Continue reading “Dignity: Life Changing Event”

Dignity: Unsung Heroes of Berkshire County.

“What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.” Nelson Mandela  I get to work with some amazing people here in Berkshire County. They have made a commitment toContinue reading “Dignity: Unsung Heroes of Berkshire County.”