Nursing saves the day again!

Prior to going to NTI this past week, I had joked that it was going to
be the safest place in the country because of all the critical care
nurses in town.
Well who knew it was such a predictive statement!
About 5 hrs. Ago while convention shuttles were bringing nurses to the
convention center, they witnessed a man get hit by a car. The bus
driver exclaimed this loudly and the nurses jumped into action. They
assesed the guy, and he had no vital signs. They quickly instituted
CPR and were able to get him back! As far as we know, he has survived
this accident.
The bus driver was just in awe of these everday heroes and couldn't
wait to share what she had seen. I only found out about it because bus
manager came on to the bus we were on and told us about it. Once again
nurses were in the right place and at the right time to save life.
Kind of makes a person proud to be in this profession!
Sue
Sent from my iPhone as we depart Chicago!

Four points by Sheraton

While we were here in Chicago, these guys were the best! They got us
squared away at every turn. Very pleasant and definitely better than
anywhere we went here inthe city!
That's Phillip on the left & Darron on the right.

Cinco de Mayo

Well here's our intrepid group out to celebrate 5 May at a restaurant
named "Su Casa". From the left...jennifer, caroline, zahra & pam.
Jennifer is Caroline's daughter.

Cinco de Mayo

Well here's our intrepid group out to celebrate 5 May at a restaurant
named "Su Casa". From the left...jennifer, caroline, zahra & pam.
Jennifer is Caroline's daughter.

Whoo!

That thing is HUGE from the ground!

View after coming around

Beautiful views...almost worth the sheer terror!

What was I thinking?

Well, we popped off to the navy pier for short while after the tour.
We saw a ferris wheel and I thought I could get some great photos. So
up we went. I don't think I have ever been so high on a Ferris wheel!
It was REALLY high....
The next pictures wilshow you how high...

Architectural tour

We played a little hooky today and went on a river tour of the city.
Everyone raved about it so we gave it a try. It was fabulous! More
later...

We made it to Oprah Land!

Turns out that the HQ for United wanted the pilots on the L.A. flight to put oil in the engine so they could fly.  However, because the pilots were not qualified to do so they didn't feel comfortable to do it. Also, because if anything went wrong, they would be culpable. So, United tried to send mechanics from Dulles to BWI to put in the oil. As we were leaving, the L.A. crowd was still waiting.  They also sent other pilots, but no word on what happened there. 

We took a "Go" shuttle to the hotel, and it really is a nice hotel.  We have Jr. Suites known as "Extra Comfy" rooms. They have microwaves, refrigerators, etc.  VERY comfortable beds! I know I am going to be happy about that later tonight! Will send some photos soon....

Sue

We're on the plane!

Ok on the way! More later on the drama next door...

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We're @ the airport!

Well, we made it to the airport and naturally we have a flight delay.
Looks like 2 hours. Flight to L.A. Was dramatic next to us. The plane
was low oil so the Captain refused to fly. United HQ told him to fly..
He refused. They made an announcement and told the gate all this.
Plan B is to replace the Captain.. And mechanics r enroute from Dulles
to do the oil.
Personally, I have to give kudos to the pilot for sticking to his
guns. After all, this United..people r upset though. To be expected
though I guess.
Now we're in line at the gate to find out why we are in line. :)
More later!
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