In 1970, pampered, naïve, Philly-born Frannie is overwhelmed by the responsibilities of nursing school and college life in Dallas. A love-hate relationship erupts when Robin, her fiery, red-headed roommate, arrives from Chicago to find Frannie's belongings covering every inch of space in their room, and Frannie nowhere in sight.
Adding fuel to the fire, Frannie pursues a relationship with a sophomore hunk whom Robin insists is pond scum. She ignores her suitemates' pleas to join their study group, insisting her high school achievements will guarantee her success in college.
Frannie's wake-up call comes after nearly two semesters of disastrous decision-making. She finds herself flunking out and her nursing career ending before it begins. With support from an unexpected source, she faces the biggest decision of her life - one that no matter the outcome will upend her future.
Joy Don Baker & Terri Goodman, nursing students in the ‘70s like the fictional characters in their Nurseketeers series, are both writers in professional nursing literature. They met in the ‘80s and have remained friends for years. As co-authors, their mission is to share enjoyment, writing, and learning through meaningful stories about diverse nursing characters.
Both are well-established leaders in perioperative nursing. Dr. Baker teaches at the University of Texas at Arlington and served as the editor-in-chief of AORN Journal. Dr. Goodman is an entrepreneur and an approved provider of continuing education as the principal at Terri Goodman & Associates.
Baker & Goodman have produced the award-winning book A, B, & Cs of Author Partnering, the definitive how-to guide that leads readers through creating a partnership, establishing a productive work environment, and producing a work of fiction, non-fiction, or journal article.
What's missing in driving a brand-new car, is the thrill in driving a roadworthy, restored classic automobile. Wearing a dress with a joyful history can be more satisfying than buying something new. And... for sure, a night of dancing is more pleasurable in comfortable old shoes than brand new ones never broken in.
Book Excerpt
The Wake-Up Call
It’s a 1951 XK120 Roadster.” Dr. Phelps responded. “When I bought it, it was just a memory of the magnificent vehicle it had once been. I’ve been restoring it for years. All the parts are original, and the upholstery and steering wheel are hand-crafted. I drove it the day it became road-worthy, and I haven’t been behind the wheel of another car since. That Jag should last longer than I will.”
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