A very wealthy patient of mine in Idaho was not doing well in ICU. We were talking and he asked if I was happy with my life, my marriage, my job, where I was living. He asked what my dream place to live would be and I told him Alaska. He said “You need to quit wasting time settling and go be happy somewhere. He said he regretted toiling away to make more money and felt it was all for nothing. I had an interview in Anchorage 2 weeks later, moved up, divorced, and was happier than I had been in a very long time. My ex is a great person and a great RN, We just wanted different things and she said no to AK after coming to see it. I had decided I wasn’t leaving here. She is doing well, and I married the best woman alive. People deserve to be happy. Cherish the time with loved ones and let them know how you feel.
I hope everyone has a great and safe weekend and holiday! Stay safe.