2011 Seasonal Sensations

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PERSONALITY

"That they may be one, even as we are one." John 17:22 Personality is that peculiar, incalculable thing that is meant when we speak of ourselves as distinct from everyone else. Our personality is always too big for us to grasp. An island in the sea may be but the top of a great mountain. Personality is like an island, we know nothing about the great depths underneath, consequently we cannot estimate ourselves. We begin by thinking that we can, but we come to realize that there is only one Being Who understands us, and that is our Creator. Personality is the characteristic of the spiritual man as individuality is the characteristic of the natural man. Our Lord can never be defined in terms of individuality and independence, but only in terms of personality, "I and My Father are one." Personality merges, and you only reach your real identity when you are merged with another person. When love, or the Spirit of God strikes a man, he is transformed, he no longer insists upon his separate individuality. Our Lord never spoke in terms of individuality, of a man’s "elbows" or his isolated position, but in terms of personality - "that they may be one, even as We are one." If you give up your right to yourself to God, the real true nature of your personality answers to God straight away. Jesus Christ emancipates the personality, and the individuality is transfigured; the transfiguring element is love, personal devotion to Jesus. Love is the outpouring of one personality in fellowship with another personality.

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Kansas Earthshake

I didn't know it could happen...an earthquake felt in Kansas.

Sitting in the doc area at St Joes I felt my chair start to shake. I looked down the hall thinking something very large was running down the hallway. We had already just have 3 EMS crews go by so this time I thought what the heck are they bringing now!

The doc next to me was on the phone. He didn't feel it. Luckily I wasn't crazy and others had felt it. Working in the ER I am learning not to be so gullible and I was proud to not believe the first time they told me it was probably an earthquake. HA!

It was confirmed that a 5.6 magnitude quake was felt in Wichita that originated from Sparks, Oklahoma.

It was my first earth-shake!

True That

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Thought this was too cute not to share...hope it is not to small to read.

Happy Birthday.....

MEMPHIS!!

Today my puppy turns 3 years old. By several different internet sites this means that his "human years" are any where from 21 to 28 years of age.

Maybe this means he will grow out of his anxiety. Maybe he will grow out of digging holes in the back yard or tearing up my kitchen when I am away. This owner can only hope.

I do wish him a happy birthday with many more joyful years to come!

Conjunctivitis

So in my very first blog post EVER I mentioned that I did not know the intent of my blog but I would plan to give you important medical advice...so today I thought it would be fun to educate you.

Conjunctivitis (PINK EYE):

Definition= Inflammation of the conjunctiva characterized by vascular dilation, cellular infiltration, and exudation.

Cause=Leading cause is viral caused by the adenovirus others may be bacterial in nature caused by a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. Some may be allergic in origin.

Clinical Presentation for viral= conjunctival hyperemia, edema, and a watery discharge. vision is unaffected

Clinical Presentation for bacterial=acute onset one eye then spreads, mucopurulent or purulent discharge develops. Eyelids are often edematous with collection of debris at base of lashes and matting of the eyelashes.

Clinical Presentation for Allergic= itching is the hallmark of this condition. watery eyes and often with rhinitis (nose irritation) or allergic pharyngitits (throat irritation)

Treatment:

For viral and bacterial: Broad spectrum antibiotics administered 4 times daily for 7-10 days.

For allergic: Remove offending allergy and antihistamines.

EDUCATION:

Infection is easily spread.

Frequent hand washing cannot be over emphasized!!

Eye secretions are contagious for 24-48 hours after therapy begins

Medication should be instilled in inner aspect of the lower eye lid.

Questions? SEE YOUR FAMILY DOCTOR.

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