Meet The Crusaders: Excalibur
Angelica Harris: Excalibur Like many young girls who are victims of abuse, Angelica Harris often drifted into a fantasy world to escape her problems. Unlike most young girls, her fantasy world was real. Angelica is the rightful guardian of the legendary sword Excalibur, a blade infused with magical power that can cut through anything. When not […]
Join The Crusaders’ Campaign!
I’m very excited to be part of a very special project. The Crusaders is a comic book designed for youth 5th grade and up. “When a group of drug peddlers, bullies, and dream suckers band together to enshroud the world in darkness, a group of seven real-life super heroes will have to overcome their own inhibitions, learn […]
More about Second Opinions–Sometimes, They Are Necessary!
Some seek them for insurance reasons, some for personal reasons, but at times getting a second opinion is the only way to truly find out the problem and the necessary treatment. Some doctors may become insulted about this, but remember it is YOUR life and it is important to be certain that no mistakes are […]
Second Opinions
I have vivid childhood memories of being carted from doctor to doctor in order to get a second (and third) opinion. When a child, or anyone for that matter, is diagnosed with something serious, it is only natural to hope the diagnosis could be wrong. After you get past that feeling, reality sinks in, and […]
Appreciate Your Nurse
Let us take a moment to let our nurses know how we feel about them. It can be a simple thank you card, a box of candy, flowers or even something handmade, but it is worth taking the time to say thanks. I was a patient often at CHOP, with as many surgeries and weeks […]
National Nurses Week
Although May 6th is officially National Nurses Day, it seems more appropriate to celebrate nurses for an entire week. Follow the link below to learn more about National Nurses Week: https://www.nursingworld.org/HomepageCategory/UpcomingEvents/NNW.html Just how important is a good nurse? We probably take them for granted at times, so today I want to salute all nurses. I’d […]
Finding the Right Medical Personnel
It is one thing to like your doctor, but it has to be a complete fit. The entire medical staff is truly just as important as the individual doctor. We all want to trust and like the people we go to for anything from a bump or bruise to major surgery and treatments. Recommendations from […]
What’s Next
As we say good bye to the month of April I ask those of you who would like to be on my volunteer list for things to help me with throughout the year to send me your email and a little note of who you are and what you are able to do. I am […]
To Our Hospital Volunteers
I have spent a lot of time in the hospital in my life and I have been very lucky with doctors and nurses and the care I have received. I have also been in many different hospitals and have had many different experiences. We need every one of those employees to make the well oiled […]
A Sincere Thanks
I would like to personally thank all of those volunteers who help the Alesia Shute Foundation come to life. I try to make whatever we do fun for everyone, although it is work. I always remember that each and every one of you are helping out of the kindness of your hearts and taking time […]
