My Friend--The Retired RN

They say that "old soldiers never die...they just fade away!"  In like manner, when you retire, you fade from view of your former employer--but not from the view of our Heavenly Father!

I have a very dear friend, who just happens to be the modern-day (female) version of THE GOOD SAMARITAN.  She simply cannot "pass by" someone in need!  Whether at a grocery store, in the mall, at a friend's house, while traveling, or in a parking lot--she seems to catch sight of someone who is in need of assistance.  Even when she stays home, someone will call her and ask for help.  It might be to drive them to the doctor, change a bandage/dressing, calm down someone who is in emotional distress, or research some medication over the internet.  She's the "GO-TO PERSON!"

What's even more amazing is that she has more (serious) health issues than the majority of those who call on her for help!  But, she doesn't complain or whine--she just keeps-on-keeping-on--paying attention to others in need (especially the needs of children and battered women).

She's feisty and funny--and far from perfect--yet she has a heart of mercy and the hands of a servant.  She freely gives of her time, money, and expertise (with no strings attached).

I call her a good friend ("one who sticks closer than a brother" - Proverbs 18:24).  She's a "Minister of Mercy"...one who sees the need and responds without hesitation.  I see her dispensing mega-doses of grace (as prescribed by The Great Physician) to people like you and me.  I see Christ in her!