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Marked
…by Fashion 6:30 am. Today I have a 2-hour drive to the nursing home where I am assigned. As I distractedly lock the front door and head to my car…
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I Love You Too
Resident Stories As I leave Sister Margaret’s room, she asks if she can bless me and I say “Yes, of course.” She bows her habit-less head and extends her arms…
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Mask it.
Welcome back. It’s my first week back after three months when the nursing homes locked their doors to everyone but truly essential personnel. I unload my car — foldable cart…
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Her Story Made History
The man in line beside me smirks at my answer to the cashier’s question “What movie?” Then, he stares at my breasts. I don’t know the reason for his mirth, disdain,…
Introspective optometrist seeks inspiration and adventure
