It's Friday, May 1st, 2026.

By LaQuita Burden, RN, BSN

Hello All, Its Friday May 1^st, 2026, "Happy KY Derby" Go Baby!  Go Baby! 

I heard a question the other day and it had me thinking! 

Question: If everyone in the world wrote down their problems and put them in a hat, would you risk grabbing one or keep yours?

Everyone has problems, some bigger than other, but we all have them.  Everyday gives you two choices:

See problems or possibilities. 

Complain or be grateful.

Live in fear or live in faith. 

The difference between a heavy heart and a peaceful one is perspective. Gratitude and Joy aren't feelings - They're decisions. Choose them and your life will change.- Calltoleap   

Talking about our problems is our greatest addiction. Break the habit. Talk about our joys.

When you focus on problems, you will have more problems. When you focus on possibilities, you will have more opportunities.- Storm 

Believe in yourself.  I love you. I see you.  You are enough.

- Love EduQuita

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.