Lila Johnson's Blog - Posts Tagged "laughter"
Busy in the Madness
My full-time job as a nurse has been one of anxiety and constant change. Keeping abreast of what’s going on in the world of COVID-19; the people it affects and how communities have changed in the process of it all, have kept me very busy.
Through it all, I have to stay positive with prayer and a little fun. By fun I mean, wearing funny hats, sunglasses shaped like ice cream cones or flamingos. The patients tell me how they get a kick out of such craziness. It softens the blow of what life is trying to knock us down with. And although we, patients and staff alike, have to wear our face masks from the time we enter the building until we leave the premises while staying on guard, we all need a laugh every now and then to get on with life.
So, to you my readers I want to first say, thank you for reading my newsletters and books and second, remember to stay safe, loving and healthy.
Lila
Through it all, I have to stay positive with prayer and a little fun. By fun I mean, wearing funny hats, sunglasses shaped like ice cream cones or flamingos. The patients tell me how they get a kick out of such craziness. It softens the blow of what life is trying to knock us down with. And although we, patients and staff alike, have to wear our face masks from the time we enter the building until we leave the premises while staying on guard, we all need a laugh every now and then to get on with life.
So, to you my readers I want to first say, thank you for reading my newsletters and books and second, remember to stay safe, loving and healthy.
Lila
A Purposeful Month
I had no idea that the month of March was a month of purpose and recognition until I did my research for this newsletter.
Besides being known as Irish American Heritage and National Women’s History Month, I’m sure you weren’t aware of a few quirky celebratory days that were recently recognized; March ninth, International Fanny Pack Day or the thirteenth, National Earmuff Day or National Panda Day that was celebrated on the sixteenth of this month. If you missed these, don’t fret, there are a few more on the way. The twenty-first is Absolutely Incredible Kid Day, and the twenty-third is Meteorological Day.
On a personal note, I endured a frightful experience while traveling from Springfield, MO to Kansas City. When a pickup truck, that did not have some items secured in the bed of it, moved in front of my vehicle, a hard plastic board flew up and obliterated my windshield on impact. I thank the Lord I wasn’t distracted because I could have easily rolled my truck had I not been in control of the steering wheel.
I’ve also been deep into unpacking as I push my way through a wall of containers, clothes, boxes and so many other things. It’s been a while since I’ve rented an apartment and dealt with all the work that goes into organizing and carrying out this task which involves movers, family and friends that volunteer their time. When things get a tad bit overwhelming, I’ve found solace in watching Peppa Pig!
Don’t judge me until you’ve watched a few episodes. This cheeky little piggie has helped me wind down from the stressors of Covid-19 news, staffing shortages and now moving. Sometimes the mind needs to wander, and the body needs laughter to heal.
“A good laugh heals a lot of hurts”- Madeleine L’ Engle
Besides being known as Irish American Heritage and National Women’s History Month, I’m sure you weren’t aware of a few quirky celebratory days that were recently recognized; March ninth, International Fanny Pack Day or the thirteenth, National Earmuff Day or National Panda Day that was celebrated on the sixteenth of this month. If you missed these, don’t fret, there are a few more on the way. The twenty-first is Absolutely Incredible Kid Day, and the twenty-third is Meteorological Day.
On a personal note, I endured a frightful experience while traveling from Springfield, MO to Kansas City. When a pickup truck, that did not have some items secured in the bed of it, moved in front of my vehicle, a hard plastic board flew up and obliterated my windshield on impact. I thank the Lord I wasn’t distracted because I could have easily rolled my truck had I not been in control of the steering wheel.
I’ve also been deep into unpacking as I push my way through a wall of containers, clothes, boxes and so many other things. It’s been a while since I’ve rented an apartment and dealt with all the work that goes into organizing and carrying out this task which involves movers, family and friends that volunteer their time. When things get a tad bit overwhelming, I’ve found solace in watching Peppa Pig!
Don’t judge me until you’ve watched a few episodes. This cheeky little piggie has helped me wind down from the stressors of Covid-19 news, staffing shortages and now moving. Sometimes the mind needs to wander, and the body needs laughter to heal.
“A good laugh heals a lot of hurts”- Madeleine L’ Engle
