"He was pink and vigorous and had all his fingers and toes. I called across the room to the terrified parents "He's perfect" at which point they burst into tears." 

Katherine, thanks for your kindness!

I can ASSURE you - that years later these parents will remember your words!  We live this every day, but to them - it's a magical and terrifying moment.  We need to remember this!

I have been able to go to a performance of the same live show (Ragtime) a few days in a row (my daughter-in-law's brother is an aspiring singer/actor - Danny Rothman http://www.dannyrothman.com).  

I always seem to learn things from the most unlikely places! <grin>  I heard the young actors talk among themselves - about last night's performance, tomorrow's show, etc.  They were VERY aware that people will only see them ONCE - and that even though THEY have been saying the same words and singing the same songs show after show - to their audience it will be their ONLY experience.  

WE need to remember this message about the moms and families we see.   If actors can do it - so can we, as health care professionals.  

Jeanette Panchula
California, USA

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