Martin Memorial School of Nursing - Stripes Yearbook (Mount Airy, NC)

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PARENTS At the beginning, but we’re near the end, we, as seniors, wish to extend our sincere gratitude to our parents. Through the years they have stood quietly by us in the background never asking; seldom receiving thanks for any of their many contributions. When we were small they cradled us in their arms; later they led us by the hand. As the years passed we received a pat on the back or a shake of the hand in the same manner. They have listened to our problems, given us comfort and encouragement, and the greatest gift of all—their love and understanding. Without you, our parents, these past three years would still be an unrealized dream. For everything you have done these years and all the years of our lives we say “Thanks”. You are the best parents in the world and we are so glad you belong to us.

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MY CAP It’s only a piece of white muslin Perched on the top of my head, It’s value to some may mean nothing To me it’s a symbol instead. A symbol of hope, cheer, and comfort To those who are suffering and ill. To me it gives strength unbelieving My work to perform with a will. Sometime I am discouraged, disheartened; My task seem so hopeless to me. My cap seems to speak of a promise Of things I so want to be! No jewels adorn its wide brim, So simple and plain is its line— Treat it with reverence and honor For there’s only one cap of its kind!