Invited Guest Today ~

"Gladys Friday" along with Denise Price Thomas are invited guests today for "Color Your Life Happy" by Flora Brown, California ~ 11 am PST (2 pm EST) Enjoy ~

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"Just Like Momma"

"Gladys" friend, Mr. Doom N. Gloom was ALWAYS complaining. Whatever his wife did for him, it was never good enough. A few of his comments were:

• "this casserole tastes nothing like the one my Momma used to make"
• "these biscuits are really dry, nothing like Momma's at all"
• "this cake isn't sweet like the one my Momma used to bake"
• "this coffee is too strong, wish you knew how many scoops Momma used to use"

Finally, "Little Mrs. Sunshine" wondered what she could possibly do that would be JUST LIKE HIS MOMMA USED TO DO so she sent him to his room and gave him a whooping....."JUST LIKE HIS MOMMA USED TO DO!"

Have a wonderful weekend!

This has been a very rewarding week as Denise & Gladys were speakers for Gaston Hospice....."Angels on earth, continuing the compassion"

In addition, the Motivational Makeover for the Medical Practice continued as Denise presented: "Professional Polish"

I also received calls from California & Chicago inviting "US" to speak for conferences in 2011. It's so rewarding when I hear back from the audience to schedule Denise & Gladys. Thank you all so very much! It is my mission to "Make A Difference"

"Teetering Tales"

A patient in the hospital was having terrible problems with diarrhea. After having an accident in his hospital bed and being terribly embarrassed, he decided to wrap the soiled sheets up and throw them out of his hospital window. A "heavily intoxicated man" just happened to be outside and his legs became tangled in the sheets as he staggered down the sidewalk. The security guard had witnessed the entire event but just had to ask, "What is going on here?" The "heavily intoxicated man" said, "well, I'm not real sure but I think I just beat up a ghost!"

"Timing is everything!"

I hope your week was GREAT! What an enjoyable week this was for "us":

Continuing The Motivational Makeover Series for The Medical Practice

Presentation for NC Association of Educational Office Professionals

Lunch with friends & medical managers

"Private Eye" Assessment (mystery patient)

Also this week, I've received invitations to speak for events in NC, SC, Chicago and two events in California, all from people that have heard me speak for other conferences. I am grateful.

In addition, I have been invited to be the guest speaker for Crisis Pregnancy Ministry. I am humbled.

Next week, continuing the Motivational Makeover Series and also speaking for the employees of HOSPICE. My heart goes out to such special caregivers. They pour their love into so many patients and families.....we shall not forget. Thank you so much for your genuine compassion and for "making a difference"

See you soon ~ ~

"Gladys Friday?" ME TOO!!

Enjoy your weekend ~

Denise Price Thomas

aka "Gladys Friday" ~ Healthcare Comedienne

Client list for Denise & "Gladys Friday" include: (two speakers in one)

• The Joint Commission, Patient Safety Conference, Chicago
• AMA Alliance Regional Conference
• NCMS Alliance, Raleigh, NC
• Carolina Foot & Ankle
• Mintview Ob/Gyn, Charlotte, NC
• PAHCOM, Metrolina Chapter
• Allergy Partners, Winston Salem
• Allergy Partners of the Piedmont, Corporate
• NYS BONES Conference,Keynote Speaker, Albany, NY
• The Joint Commission, Ambulatory Care Conference, Chicago
• Nueterra Nurse Leadership Conference, Kansas City
• Southeastern Plastic Surgery
• NC Medical Staff Conference
• Huntersville Ob/Gyn, Huntersville, NC
• NC Oncology Management Society, Wrightsville Beach
• Academic Surgical Administrators Conference, Philadelphia
• Relay for Life, Survivors Birthday Party, Belmont, NC
• Gaston Radiology
• SC Oncology Management Society
• Gaston Memorial Hospital / CaroMont Retiree Reunion
• Fibromyalgia Support Group
• Cardiac Support Group
• Novant Practice Managers, Charlotte, NC
• Presbyterian Hospital, Huntersville, NC
• Healthcare Symposium, PAHCOM, MGMA, Mecklenburg Medical Society, Charlotte, NC
• NC Industrial Commission ~ Workers Compensation Conference, Keynote Speaker,Raleigh, NC
• Hospice
• Gaston County Schools, Teaching & Learning Conference
• American Health Resources, Brockton, Massachusetts
• New England Quality Care Alliance, Braintree, MA.
• First ARP Women's Event, Gastonia, NC
• First Baptist Church, Gastonia, NC
• Calvary
• New Hope Presbyterian Church, Gastonia, NC
• First United Methodist Church, Gastonia, NC
• Union Presbyterian Church, Gastonia, NC
• Sandy Plains Baptist Church, Gastonia, NC
• Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Gastonia, NC
• Patterson Grove Baptist Church, Kings Mountain, NC
• Myers Memorial Methodist Church, Gastonia, NC
• Temple Baptist Church, Gastonia, NC
• First United Methodist Church ~ "Laughter Therapy" ~ Stress Management
• Covenant Village, Gastonia, NC
• Terrace Ridge Assisted Living ~ Healthcare Professionals
• Terrace Ridge Residents
• Rotary Club
• PWA ~ Professional Women's Association
• NC Association of Community College Business Officials
• Gaston Women's Expo
• NC Association of Educational Office Professionals
• Crisis Pregnancy Ministry
• Grand Strand Community Church, Surfside Beach
• and more......

Denise Price Thomas

denisepricethomas@gmail.com

704-747-8699

True Story: Patient requested ~ Patient received

While speaking this week, a patient shared her story with me: She was having trouble going to the potty so she requested suppositories from her physician. Her problems continued so she returned to her doctor. "I've been using those suppositories that you gave me but I'm not having any luck." He said, "I didn't give you any suppositories." She said, "Yes sir, remember my last visit I told you of my trouble & asked you for suppositories?" He said, "yes, but I gave you STOOL SOFTENERS, did you USE them as suppositories?" he asked. She replied, "yes sir I did, AND I gave some to my SISTER!"

It's all about communication. She asked for suppositories. He gave her SOMETHING and she ASSUMED they were suppositories. Remember to say it "two times" for the "two ears" that are listening.....or should be.

Last week was inspiring & energizing! Denise was privileged to be the speaker for The NC Community College Business Officials Conference ~ Atlantic Beach, NC. Great audience, lots of energy, "moocho" fun, terrific DJ & dancing too. Thank you all for such a warm welcome. I've heard from many of you since the conference, thanks so much for keeping in touch.

Then it was on to Surfside Beach, SC to Grand Strand Community Church where I was the speaker(s) for Women's Retreat Weekend ~ Presenting: "Dinner with Modern Day Martha" followed by a visit from "Gladys Friday" delivering large doses of humor.

On Sunday morning, I was privileged to introduce to Grand Strand Community Church ~ "Diane Hart" ~ (the dying heart of a homeless woman) through a musical drama followed by a message on "Choices." Many people have struggles. They may not all come to us dressed as a homeless person but they have problems. Let's remember to keep our hearts wide open, our ears tuned in and our eyes as windows for genuine concern for others. Let's share the JOY, it isn't rationed.

What an experience we had the entire week. From Atlantic Beach, NC to Surfside Beach, SC....THANK YOU ALL ~ Also, thank you for the numerous contacts following my speaking engagements for The Joint Commission's Ambulatory Care Conference in Chicago. I look forward to participating. Thank you so much for the invitations!

What the audience said:

"Powerful!"

"Wonderful speaker!"

"Touched my heart"

"Inspiring"

"Contagious"

"Life changing"

"Motivating!"

and more.....thank you all!