Friday, August 28, 2009

Teddy

I was saddened along with everyone else to hear of Ted Kennedy's passing this week. For all his foibles and royal birthright, he was a champion of the masses as we have all seen in the media this week. If you haven't seen this clip, it's worth a listen. It tells of his personal encounter with our broken health care system when his son lost a leg to cancer. It is a powerful reminder of why it is so important that all people are covered.

I have my own story of getting sick while traveling in Scotland years ago and being treated overnight in a hospital, given medications and sent on my way without having to pay anything. I was so worried the whole time that the money I had for a month in Scotland would be wiped out. I could hardly believe my good fortune and how differently people live in places where everyone is taken care of regardless of financial wealth. I really hope we can do it this time.




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  1. UnknownAugust 29, 2009 at 11:15 AM

    Karen, your doing a great job. I just caught up with all your entries, since the first one. I'm so glad to hear that John is doing OK, and maybe even enjoying it.

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  2. KarenAugust 30, 2009 at 9:19 AM

    Yes, what a relief to have John so happy here. He told some of his friends that he'd probably be staying for two years. When will you and Mom be visiting? I just booked this place for a couple nights in October. Check it out...http://www.thedunehotel.com/. It's not too far a drive and right on the ocean. Looks like something you might like.

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