Look out. I’m feeling a nurse tchotchke post coming on…
Today I discovered this:
And I wondered, “In what universe is this a desirable object?”
Then I found this:
And I wondered, “What makes this one okay?” In fact, it’s more than okay. It’s kinda sorta charming. It’s a very fine line, folks, when it comes to nurse tchotchkes.
(Nurse Penguin can be found at the teenybeak shop at etsy, while Nurse Cow can be found at the refuse2payretail store on ebay.)
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Apparently one is a “Mootitioner” and one is a variation on “Quacktitioner”.
I suppose a nurse who is into cows would like it! : D
Posted 01 Nov 2007 at 4:25 pm ¶Confession time- I have, amongst my vast collection of nurse related figurines, that cow nurse. It was a gift from hubby, who likes to find unique “nurses” to add to my collection. Now, the little birdies- I gotta get me them, too!
B.
Posted 02 Nov 2007 at 4:41 am ¶Thanks for sharing your viewpoint on nurse tchotchkes; personally I really liked the “cow nurse” somehow. She looks kind of business-like and no-nonsense (like a charge nurse making rounds with a new intern,) but still capable of moments of true compassion when warranted. The penguin is just a little too “cutesy” for me but with those blank black eyes.
Anyhow, your insights on nursing are enjoyed and ap-preciated. After 30+ years in the health-care field (as a CNA initially and then as an RN) I think it is very wise to inject some humor, grace and serendipity into the current status of the profession as often as possible!
Posted 25 Dec 2008 at 3:35 am ¶Oh, and Merry Christmas, too!
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