Friday Before Black Friday

This being the last Friday before a 4 day holiday, I have a moment to reflect on things. I believe the Pharmacy Technician Program in Tulsa has the best group of students that has come thru the doors of Platt College. Having had the opportunity to teach at the OKC, Lawton, and Dallas campuses I see many similarities in those wishing a pharmacy career. This is just one of the many occupations that will never go away due to the fact that there will always be a need for medications. Pharmacy technician students are very career-minded. They know what they want from this program from the very beginning. National certification is of prime concern to them. The ability to put the initials C.Ph.T. after their name gives them a great level of satisfaction. I generally get their first phone call after passing the Pharmacy Certification Examination and they can't hide their enthusiasm. Oftentimes I see our graduates at pharmacies all over town and marvel at their confidence and professionalism. I sometimes wonder if I had their level of self-awareness at that age.

Thursday is Thanksgiving Day in the US...my calendar says in the US. Everyday is thanksgiving day. We have so much. Living in the greatest nation is the world is reason enough to have thanks daily. Having a wonderful building to work and learn in is a great reason to be thankful. Having a director that believes in you and allows you to succeed is a blessing. Having a partner that never misses a beat and is learning to move up and take the reins of the Pharmacy Technician Program is a gift I cherish. Having students who not only get along but encourage and teach each other is incredible. Having the opportunity to make a positive difference is the reason for breathing. Take some time for yourself during this celebration of thanks. Give some time to others as you give thanks.