It's Friday, August 1st, 2025.

By LaQuita Burden, RN, BSN

Hello All, It's Friday.

I pray you all have a fantabulous weekend. 

If you ever have the chance to make people happy, just do it.  Sometimes people struggle silently.  Maybe, your act of kindness can make their day.  Today I hope you find time to be happy, not just strong.   

I'm not interested in fighting, hating, blaming, or being petty with whatever time I have in my life.  I just want to LIVE.  I want to be HAPPY.  I want to be LOVED, and I want to be at PEACE.  Thats it!  Always choose Joy! Don't wait for things to get easier, simpler, or better.  Life will always be complicated.  Learn to be happy right now.  Otherwise, you will run out of time.  We can't often choose our circumstances, but we can better control our reactions and emotions.  Choose Joy.

Happiness is not something you find; it's something you create. Choose joy, even in the smallest moments, and watch your world transform.  You can be happy , hurting and healing at the same time. Either way I'm so proud of you. You got this! Smile you never know who needs one :)

LaQuita Burden, BSN, RN is a dedicated Clinical Nurse Educator at Norton Healthcare, passionate about empowering healthcare professionals through education. Beyond her career, she loves to share wisdom and encouragement with others. As a devoted mother, LaQuita spreads love and kindness, striving to uplift those around her in both her personal and professional life.