Journeys by JT

Humor for the 4th!

Fun Stuff for the Fourth! Seriously, this almost happened to me once—the trick is to let go before they go off! Thankfully, last time I counted, I still had all ten fingers. There's lots of Fun Fourth Stuff at https://amzn.to/3zA8wA6And be sure to check out our featured Fourth of July - stories & recipes right here at Nurs...

Did someone say BBQ?

Summer Side Series is back! First up, just in time for your Fourth of July BBQ — Baked Beans! These Baked Beans are so good that they've won four BBQ competitions! Of course, they're that good because there's bacon in them—and everybody knows that everything is better with bacon! Sweet with just a touch of heat, these bean...

Here's to a safe holiday!

Fourth of July Tales from the E.R. Here are some Independence Day mishaps that really happened in the emergency room .... Firecrackers and cake.Some years ago, a Fourth of July prank led to a trip to the emergency room for a group of teenagers in New York City. During a party, the teens decorated a cake with sparklers for their Indep...

Here's to healthcare professionals everywhere!

Attention All Hospital Staff: No, you may not leave AMA- you work here!You don't have to work in a hospital to enjoy comfy scrub pants! Koi was always one of my favorite brands of scrubs - cute and affordable!I wear these everywhere! https://amzn.to/45I0kdbBest solid-colored tops to match: https://amzn.to/3xAEJ9Xand super cute p...

New story!

Coach's Story For many of us, some of those who come into our lives make an impression that never leaves. The coach was one of those. He touched the life of every staff member who cared for him, and before he became ill, he touched the lives of so many more...Like many other patients we care for, the coach's illn...

Coffee Rocks!

Coffee Facts New research suggests that drinking coffee in the morning helps others live longer.Indulge in the best-selling beans, grab this great-priced grinder, and enjoy!Or, to simplify things, try these Keurig pods for a great-tasting cup of Joe (Trust me—I've tried this one!) We keep this Keurig in our ca...

Happy Father's Day!

Why Dads Make Great Nurses Male nurses, particularly fathers, bring unique and invaluable contributions to the nursing field. Their nurturing instincts, ability to remain calm under pressure, and the practical experience they gain from fatherhood, all translate into exceptional patient care. Their presence in nursing not only...

They say hearing is the first to go!

Friday Funnies More like this: Friday Funnies and Friday Night FunniesHere are some fun Friday finds:It's Friday! tee-shirt ://amzn.to/4aR84e0Freaky Friday tee-shirt ://amzn.to/3X9gES4 Freaky Friday the DVD ://amzn.to/3VyxtEXMaking Friday Fun Again ://amzn.to/3KypXmZ (this one just can't be...

Great story!

David's Story In my tenth year of professional chaplaincy, I moved to a sister hospital to assume responsibility for spiritual care and ethical liaison leadership. My first case in the ICU of that hospital was of a young man fighting a lethal cancer. He was unmarried over twenty and trying hard to recover. The yo...

So Good!

Summertime Snickerdoodles These soft, cinnamon morsels of yumminess are as fun to say as they are to eat. So, just how did they get the fun name? The Joy of Cooking claims that "snickerdoodle" comes from "Schneckennudel," a German word that literally means "snail noodles" - ewwww! While I don't think these delightful little....

Memorial Day Stories

Clara Barton: A Memorial Day Story Originally called Decoration Day, Memorial Day honors all soldiers who died during service to our nation. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Memorial Day was declared a national holiday through an act of Congress in 1971, with roots dating back to the Civil War era. Clara Barton,....

Time for a chuckle!

Your Daily Chuckle Check out more like this on our Just For Fun page! And for real-life fun stuff ...Pick up a copy of Off the Chart A Nurse's Journey of Heart and Humor⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing 5-star reviews! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Published by Jennifer Tipton / This post may contain affiliate links.

Pretty & Delicious!

Flour Power with Amazing Focaccia!

School's out for summer! (almost)

Friday Funnies With the school year winding down, why not honor our teachers? Apples are so yesterday...Need ideas? Here's a great gag gift for a teacher, a more serious gift to show your appreciation,and the best end-of-year card to say thanks!Published by Jennifer Tipton / This post may contain affiliate links.

... then it happens

Eleanor's Story - Making a Difference "Friday you go in for a fight ... then it happens ..."It had been a horrible week. Wednesday the patient who refused her TED hose developed DVTs, the patient across the hall is a sweetheart but manages to break your back no matter how you transfer him, and the patient down the hall who will be a qua...

Perfect for a Mother's Day brunch!

Best Muffins EVER! OK, I don't normally brag (maybe sometimes...just a little), but these are truly brag-worthy! With an abundance of strawberries still available, I found myself on a quest for a unique way to use these luscious morsels of goodness. I stumbled upon a strawberry cookie recipe, but it didn't even call f...

Why Moms Make Great Nurses

"The Incredible Connection Between Motherhood and Nursing: Unveiling the Real Reason Why Moms Make Great Nurses" Ever wonder why Nurses Week and Mother's Day fall in the same week? Yeah, me too, it's like there was a reason for it. While nursing is a great career choice for many men and women alike, moms just seem to have a certain advantage. Being a mother demands multi-tasking and flexibility, which are tale...

Nurse Week 2024!

It's Officially Nurses Week 2024! Celebrate with gifts! / decorations! / for yourself! (my favorite) / for your boss!Published by Jennifer Tipton / This post may contain affiliate links.

The stories we never forget!

The Story of Mischievous Mucho A lot like the story in my book about the big scary resident at Camarillo State Hospital who playfully helped himself to my prized white Oakley sunglasses, this story might be even better! When Karen Robinson told me the story about "Mucho", a resident at the long-term care facility where she once w...

Have more fun!

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Best Banana & Cinnamon Cupcakes!

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Did someone say tacos?

Well ... it is Taco Tuesday! Security Guard: "You can't bring outside food in here." Me: "But this is a service taco." For more Taco Tuesday fun, check these out: Taco Party!Taco Tuesday Recipes!Best Taco Tuesday Tees!Published by Jennifer Tipton / This post may contain affiliate links.

From the heart of a nurse

Diane's Story Grab a tissue - because it's a good one!Diane titled her story, "Riding off into the Sunrise." The story was first published in the June issue of the Critical Care Nurse magazine in 2006. Diane says although she's shared this story many times, it still makes her cry. Thanks for sharing your story wi...

Tart lemon cookie with a sweet twist! https://wix.to/CpPEfBZ

Best Spring Cookies! These lemon sugar cookies are sure to be a big hit!Ingredients:1 cup cold butter cut into cubes2 cups sugar2 eggs1 tsp. vanilla extract1 1/2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice1 tbsp. lemon zest3 cups flour1 1/4 tsp. baking soda1/2 tsp. salt(Note: For an extra tart cookie use more lemon zest I also added 3 tbsp...

The joy of caring for a patient with dementia! ://wix.to/ilCPX82

Jaime's Story When I think of my favorite memory, I can't help but think of 105-year-old Olga. She was a very large-boned, strong-accented, and very confused German lady that I just loved. She had a wicked sense of humor when it was least expected, and her eyes twinkled when she was up to no good. She was so conf...

History Lesson https://wix.to/W9MtmOc

True Story ... Matilda got the job done!More history of anesthesia with a twist of humor. The early days of anesthesia - not a laughing matter For more true stories check out: Off the Chart A Nurse's Journey of Heart and Humor Enjoy!Published by Jennifer Tipton / This post may contain affiliate links.

Sweet!

Raspberry Jam Shortbread Tart Spring has sprung and with it (besides the fresh and healthy salads) comes a delicious variety of cookies, cakes, and tarts too! Get ready to create a raspberry tart that's sure to impress!Ingredients:8 ounces butter softened 1 cup granulated sugar1 tsp. vanilla extract1/2 tsp. salt1 3/4 cups all-pu...

Laughter Rocks!

Your Daily Chuckle Here's a chuckle to get you through the rest of the week!

Stories that are off-the-chart!

Johanna's Story One of my favorite memories of working in healthcare happened more than twenty years ago when I was a CNA doing home care. I think I was only nineteen when I was caring for a little old, confused Chinese man, "Mr. Chan." He laughed every time he saw me, I'd guess it was because I'm 5'10", and compar...