Harrisburg Hospital Training School for Nursing - Reflector Yearbook (Harrisburg, PA)

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lam Hifimfy Three years ago: Were all the thoughts. of those forty-seven individuals, sitting at attention, directed to one point?-A goal of achievement and in- spiration-certainly not wholly on the speaker. Embarking upon a sea of mystery the waves seemed small, but gradually became larger as discouragement and loneliness filled our hearts. lt was not easy, losing old friendships, contacting new people, assuming unfamiliar responsibilities-some of us gave up, the braver plodded on! Whatwas our reward? A feeling of satisfaction and a deeper inspiration for better things. An understanding of human happiness and the skillfull and tactful hands of a nurse! Four months of tedious theory and nursing demonstration and we were ready for those little white caps that denote so much. We solemnly reviewed the Nightingale Pledge-we meant it, too- and always it will be our refuge in dark moments. With our caps, we also donned white bibs, and aprons-just another step to that All-White uniform. Then to the private floors and wards-we were capable of more responsibility, and we were quite proud of the fact. Classes continued and theory became more difficult, but we were adapted to our surroundings by this time, so studying be- came a pleasure. Two years ago: We were busy at all times, either in study or in extra-professional activities. One year ago: White shoes-steps coming down the hall, swift, eager, determined' -a white parade of Seniors. Yes. we were seniors then, that meant big responsibilities, difficult tasks and executive ability-but we were well trained and wereyproud of our new promotion. Special training was quite important. Maternity and the thrill of a first delivery! Operating Room and exciting joy of the feel of those shiny instruments. Dispensary and the anxiety of an accident case. Pediatrics with the pride of the trust so willingly offered by those tiny tots. So, our three years were filled to the brim with all the things we loved to do, and not one of us is sorry in the choice of our pro- fession. And never, no matter where or when, will we as individuals, as nurses, as separate personalities forget our training days at the Harrisburg Hospital. Nursing is in our hearts and we challenge any one to take it from us! Iosephine Black. 73

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HARRISBURG HOSPITAL Harrisburg, Pa. To the Class of 1941- To the World at large the year 1941 has been epochal in character. Many things have transpired which Will have a lasting effect upon the World of tomorrow. Without a doubt the year 1941 Will mean very much to each of you for you will be ushered out into the World to take your place in that great and noble profession- Nursing. Preparation for 'life's Work is beset with many obstacles, most of which you have successfully overcome. Coincidently, you have been privileged to serve as a nurse in the Harrisburg Hospital during a period when service reached a maximum not heretofore surpassed. - From now on your opportunity for service will broaden appre- ciably. The world will be your stage. May you have the courage and strength to meet the obstacles you find there, and with the poet, may you find that your obstacles Will be friendly ones:- FRIENDLY OBSTACLES-CL. E. Thayerl For every hill I've had to climb, For every stone that bruised my feet, For all the blood and sweat and grime, For blinding storms and burning heat, My heart sings but a grateful song- These were the things that made me strong! 'Tis not the softer things of life A Which stimulate man's will to strive: But bleak adversity and strife Do most to keep man's will alive. O'er rose-strewn paths the We-aklings creep, But brave hearts dare to climb the steep. W. S. Kohlhaas, Superintendent. 741 75