Interview with Dr. Gober

The interview with Doctor Gober today reminded me and others of the importance of the actual day we celebrate our veterans. I was reminded of the eleventh month, the eleventh day, and the eleventh hour. I don't think I will forget again.

Our conversation revolved around military and medicine, family and compassion. In the end this is what we celebrate this weekend anyway. We acknowledge our veterans for sacrificing in order for us to never have to sacrifice.

I thank Dr. Gober for his contribution to the stories that come to our attention during this "holiday". I sometimes forget in the comfort of this country that someone is cold, someone is hurting, someone is giving of every internal and external strength they can muster to help me live in a world where it is made easy to sometimes get a little too comfortable.

I know my family does not read this blog, but just in case....Daddy, thank you for your service to our country and I thank God you made it home to start your family and provide me with a great life.

Dr. Gober, I hope your family can say the same to you.

Thank you to all veterans. Tonight I sleep safe and content under your blanket of freedom.

Col. Guy D. Gober, M.D.

Join me on the talkcast Thursday, November 8th at 1pm for a conversation with Col. Guy Gober, M.D. as we prepare for Veteran's Day in Rabun County.

If you would like to ask a question or make a comment, you may join us live by calling 724-444-7444 and entering the talkcast ID 44351. If you prefer to e-mail comments or post them here, I will be glad to address them as we have time.

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How a Tribute to Veterans Can Emphasize the Value of Family

By Phyllis Goldberg, Ph.D.& Rosemary Lichtman, Ph.D.

Veteran's Day gives us all an opportunity to pay tribute to people who, over the years, have endured hardship and made sacrifices to protect our freedoms. Some people attend services or parades, others remember more quietly. How do you express your feelings of patriotism?

This process of appreciation has many parallels to our own relationships at home. As you remember the veterans of all wars, reflect on the following ideals as they apply to your own family:

1. Identify, for yourself, the significant components of what gives life meaning and what constitutes personal well being, within the context of family.

2. Value each family member's individuality, uniqueness and independence. Let them know how much you respect these qualities.

3. In moments of frustration, recognize that they are ordinary people who have been put in extraordinary circumstances.

4. Try to understand why they feel the way they do and why they do the things they do by putting yourself in their shoes.

5. Acknowledge the depth and richness of your family life and relish the complexity of it all.

6. Feel the embrace, the protection and the support of the family unit as a whole. Express your gratitude for all that it provides for you.

How can you create positive thoughts about your family relationships on a daily basis? Find the special ways to honor them as you work to increase the bonds of family unity.

© Her Mentor Center, 2006

(About The Authors - Phyllis Goldberg, Ph.D. & Rosemary Lichtman, Ph.D. are founders of http://www.hermentorcenter.com/, a website for midlife women and http://www.nourishingrelationships.blogspot.com/ , a Blog for the Sandwich Generation. They are authors of a forthcoming book about Boomer women and family relationships and publish a free Newsletter, Stepping Stones, through the website. As psychotherapists, they have a combined 40 years of private practice experience.)

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HealthCare Needs

Harriette Bryant, RN, C.Ped discusses her business, "Healthcare Needs, Inc" and how she is a resource for our community. Her offereings include diabetic Supplies, shoes, socks, inserts Ostomy Supplies, breast prothesis and bras.

Do you know what a Pedorthist is? I didn't until today.

Harriette may be reached at 706-632-0384 or toll free at 1-888-326-0071
and her store is located at 7555A Blue Ridge Dr., Blue Ridge, Georgia.

This was a great introduction to November as National Diabetes Awareness Month and National Hospice Month. The show may be downloaded or listened to on your computer at www.talkshoe.com/tc/44351.

Do you have questions for Harriette? Post them here and I will be sure and communicate them to her.

I am preparing for tomorrow's living will seminar at Mountain Lakes Medical Center tomorrow morning and would love to have everyone be a part of it. If you know someone in the Clayton, Ga area or who will be in the area tomorrow at 10 a.m., have them stop by and learn all about living wills.