THE TEN GALLON HAT!

In the Old West, the Ten Gallon Hat represented the "Boss of the Plaines".  We held respect for the man who wore a cowboy hat because that seemed to show that he was an authoritative figure, a hard worker of the land, and one who fought for what was his.  Even today we relate to people by the hat they wear.    

• We have a serviceman's hat... he is brave and strong in protecting our country while leaving his family to do so.  
• The policeman's hat... protecting our state, county and towns to keep us safe, while leaving his family to do so.  
• The Surgeon's cap... performing an emergency surgery a 2 am to save a life, while leaving his family to do so.  
• The Farmer's cap.... working diligently to feed the country, while leaving his family to do so.
• The Hard hat.... utilities working through the night so we may "see light", while leaving their families to do so.

But, none so great as the chemo hat...worn by the bravest, fighting for life, so that families do not have to be left at all.

"Hats Off" to those who sacrifice so much for others

Extraordinary Encounters

Charles Lauer wrote an editorial in which he said, "Wherever you go, there are fascinating people ready to make your acquaintance."  I have experienced that in the last two weeks by working with some extraordinary and remarkable people facing life altering transitions. Their love, their determination, their ability to hold on to hope, and their celebrations of life are inspirations.  Those we care for thank us for the jobs we do, but in actuality, we thank them for teaching us because in the nakedness of grief, we become a shadow of ourselves........ we dim in comparison to those who are living it.  God bless all the families who are facing a life transition and know you have my greatest respect and compassion.