Well said; so powerful. Now I don’t have to wade through a dozen Subs of either scented candles or, Chicken Lickin’s. (I know people usually call her “Little”, but that’s how I learned it) I may not do much but read and comment, but this piece lends a great deal more objectivity than so many others I’ve endured- while in the background, reminding us we all have that toolkit. Finding it can be the hard part.
Useful, concise field knowledge is a lot more useful than a bubble bath. This should resonate and stick to all of us. Restack, share, whatever, this piece needs to grow legs. Thanks, Jack.
I was an AF medic. I knew a few Corpsmen. They went through the same training as Marines (Boot Camp, etc.) never heard a Corpsman complain, but I thought it unfortunate that the ones who accompanied Marines were not made Marines and given the status, etc. of the Corps. I learned this at Pendlelon before I went to Nam.
On the subject of health, I have something I'd like to share privately with Mr. Hopkins.
Excellent article - loved “You are the cavalry. You are the one with the gauze and grit. You are the one who can stabilize the moment…treat the wound…calm the chaos…and get us to the next minute.” 💯
Excellent analogy sharing your medic saga. I don't see anyone coming that would possess the strategy, sharpness, and fearless bully resolve to save us. I feel that I am in competent hands observing and absorbing your written words. They meet the moment. You are focused and clear headed and I'm grateful for your wisdom.
Thank you for the candid talk. I needed a reality check. Yes, we can all do something. It may be wrong, but it maybe right. All anyone can do is something. Run riward the fire and do whatever you can with the energy you can.
I had the privilege of being one of the PTs assigned to the ICU. I witnessed many code reds, rapid responses, including a cardiac surgeon having to reopen someone right in the ICU bed. The one common thread was none of the staff ever panicked, including the unit secretary. We all knew our role (PTs were often given things to do), no running, just efficient moving. It was a very good life lesson.
Motivating. Thx. Should get some more of us off the couch.
Well said; so powerful. Now I don’t have to wade through a dozen Subs of either scented candles or, Chicken Lickin’s. (I know people usually call her “Little”, but that’s how I learned it) I may not do much but read and comment, but this piece lends a great deal more objectivity than so many others I’ve endured- while in the background, reminding us we all have that toolkit. Finding it can be the hard part.
Useful, concise field knowledge is a lot more useful than a bubble bath. This should resonate and stick to all of us. Restack, share, whatever, this piece needs to grow legs. Thanks, Jack.
I’ve made these “get everyone out of the vehicles and clear of the road, did anyone lose consciousness, and stop the bleeding”
decisions while someone else called 911, etc. You put me right back in that head space. Thanks for reminding me that I can do it.
And thank you for your service.
I was an AF medic. I knew a few Corpsmen. They went through the same training as Marines (Boot Camp, etc.) never heard a Corpsman complain, but I thought it unfortunate that the ones who accompanied Marines were not made Marines and given the status, etc. of the Corps. I learned this at Pendlelon before I went to Nam.
On the subject of health, I have something I'd like to share privately with Mr. Hopkins.
Amazing. You are.
Excellent article - loved “You are the cavalry. You are the one with the gauze and grit. You are the one who can stabilize the moment…treat the wound…calm the chaos…and get us to the next minute.” 💯
If anyone on this list knows how to contact Mr. Hopkins, or is able to, please let me know,
or ask him to contact me directly.
He may find what I have to relate about my recent (out of the blue) health malady relevant and useful.
I am not selling anything.
I believe that Jack does read the comments. I'm sure he'll reach out to you.
This link about a USCG rescue swimmer
https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/article/houston-flooding-scott-ruskan-coast-guard-rescue-20758950.php
That would be great. I intend to speak only to him.
Excellent analogy sharing your medic saga. I don't see anyone coming that would possess the strategy, sharpness, and fearless bully resolve to save us. I feel that I am in competent hands observing and absorbing your written words. They meet the moment. You are focused and clear headed and I'm grateful for your wisdom.
Thank you for the candid talk. I needed a reality check. Yes, we can all do something. It may be wrong, but it maybe right. All anyone can do is something. Run riward the fire and do whatever you can with the energy you can.
I had the privilege of being one of the PTs assigned to the ICU. I witnessed many code reds, rapid responses, including a cardiac surgeon having to reopen someone right in the ICU bed. The one common thread was none of the staff ever panicked, including the unit secretary. We all knew our role (PTs were often given things to do), no running, just efficient moving. It was a very good life lesson.