Disabilities

Since the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, those who suffer from disability have received services to better meet their needs. This is, of course, a good and proper action. Having been in the company of many people with disabilities, I have found most of them...

Stubborn and unteachable!

I have not had a teachable spirit these past several days. Therefore, writing a "lesson learned" seems strange and bites at my spirit. Where is my spirit open toinstruction?  At times openness to learning is hard. As a physician it means trudging...

Identity

My sister became a Penn State University fan as a result of her graduate studies there. She would invite me to watch Penn State football games – Penn State cheers filling the air and Nittany Lion bumper stickers everywhere. She still continues to share her copy...

Tempo giusto (the right speed)

Speed and efficiency have always been a priority for me. My life and activity level may at times seem harried and frenzied to those observing. But the ability to plan my schedule, accomplish much with efficient effort and minimize the time involved has always been a...

Consequences

Recently, after finishing a great dinner, I felt delightfully refreshed and comfortable. Then came dessert. I chose chocolate mousse pie. The result – a bloated and miserable feeling, knowing that I had just doubled the caloric content of my entire meal. If I...