We begin this life outside of the womb as an infant. Then, we progress through all of the stages -- the toddler, the child, the tween, the teen, and then, finally, we arrive to adulthood. Even diapers have "stages" on them. Or, at least they used to when my kids were little. We couldn't wait …
Healthcare Olympics
On today’s episode of what I’m calling the “Healthcare Olympics,” we navigated Macon in the rain, in a wheelchair, with one hand guiding the chair and one hand holding the umbrella. It is a wonder I didn’t dump Mama in the middle of the road. We have to get through this with humor so buckle …
The Collection of Things
Want and need are two things that we begin learning the difference of at a very early age. We learn that we need food and we want certain kinds. The two things, though similar, are distinctly different yet the dissimilarity sometimes has a blurred line. I think back to when I graduated high school. I …
My Christmas Tree
Yes, it's almost the end of January. Yes, I know that Christmas is over. Yes, I've heard all of the old wives tales about Christmas trees being up after New Year's Day. But, this year, I'm not listening. I've watched the way that mama has enjoyed the lights of the tree as they yield a …
Looking Back: A Leadership Lesson
Over the last six years, I have had the privilege to work with Jeff Tarrant. To steal a quote from A Tale of Two Cities, “it was the best of times, it was the worst of times.” At the time he joined our organization, we had no clue what the healthcare world would experience with COVID-19. …
When The World Stands Still
Throughout life, we are presented with many moments that define us. These moments can be good ones that take our breath away at the mere remembrance of them. Or, they can be the kind that knock the wind out of you, and leave you gasping for years. This week was made up of the latter. …
Messpot Diaries 