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”
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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: 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: Values
Over the last few months, I have been struggling. It is probably why I have not been as consistent with my Dignity posts. It can be challenging to come up with things to write every week because my hope is that what I say can have value and that it can resonate with you inContinue reading “Dignity: Values”
Dignity: The Foundation
As parents we wonder if we have given our children the tools they need to survive when they venture out into the world. We know that we cannot be there to protect them 24 hours a day 7 days a week, so whatever guidance and education we give the hope is that they will useContinue reading “Dignity: The Foundation “
Dignity: The Four Musketeers
My prayers go out to the families and people of Texas who were devastated by the floods that took so many lives. My heart goes out to all those that this tragedy has affected. July 9, 2025, would have been the fifty-ninth birthday of my cousin Craig. He was killed in February 1985 whenContinue reading “Dignity: The Four Musketeers “
Dignity: Honesty, Kindness, and Compassion
In my role as DEI Officer for Berkshire Health Systems, I have had the opportunity to meet some amazing people. It has been an experience where I have learned and grown as a human being and a leader. I discovered the judgments and biases I carried had an impact on how I cared for peopleContinue reading “Dignity: Honesty, Kindness, and Compassion “
Dignity: Mother Privilege
Sunday May 11, 2025, is the day we will celebrate motherhood. Whether your mother is still here or has passed this is still a day to remember the person who helped give you life. I titled this post Mother Privilege because that is what my brothers and I had and that is what my twoContinue reading “Dignity: Mother Privilege “
Dignity Freedom Fighter 