Methodist Hospital of Brooklyn 1959 Yearbook (Brooklyn, NY) - Full Access

we had a "Sarah Bernhardt" in our midst , and oh - the hidden talents of the doctors! Some of us left Methodist for affiliations that year. Although anxious to see other hospitals and broaden our education , leaving our " home" and friends was not easy, but new places and people were met and enjoyed. Once again we realized we had completed another year. At last we were Seniors! How impossible it seemed . Only yesterday, it seemed , we were questioning our ability to make a bed with mitered corners , and now we had reached the place where two other classes of students regarded us as walking textbooks of nursing care. More specialties were met during our last year. Obstetrics gave us a look into a true miracle - birth. Our maternal instincts were aroused by the children in Pediatrics. Life at Middletown helped us to understand our– selves better, and equipped us to care for those with mental or emotional problems. We had come so far in these years , but friendships were still being formed and growing . It was coming to a close so quickly - leaving our friends and life here at Methodist would be hard to face. Graduation pictures had been taken and plans were being made for our Prom and Commencement ceremonies. Looking back is fun , but difficult. All of those frivolous times together, the fun of living with others who are working towards the same goal- the relief of another's suffering , the studying to be better nurses , and the united worship and thanks to God, who has given us the opportunity to serve Him through our work with others. These are only a few of the things we will remember. Yes , thinking of those years is fun , but many an eye is far from dry at the thought of ending this phase of our lives . True , we are not through learning or growing, and we never will be . Words to express our feelings seem so inadequate now. To all those who have helped us , we wi II always be gratefu l. Our parents , friends and loved ones have meant so much to us - helping us over the rough spots , giving encouragement, love and just being there . Our thanks are sincere. Now we only hope to make you proud of us by being the kind of nurses and women who will be a credit to you , our school , and our God . 3 1