The parable of the egg, potato, and coffee beans
A daughter complained to her father that her life was miserable and that she didn’t know how she was going to make it. She was tired of fighting and struggling all the time. It seemed that just as one problem was solved, another one soon followed.
Her father, a chef, took her to the kitchen. He filled three pots with water and placed each over a higher fire. When the water began to boil, he placed potatoes in one pot, eggs in the second pot, and ground coffee beans in the third pot. He then let them boiling for a while without saying a word to his daughter.
The daughter moaned and waited impatiently, wondering what her father was doing. After 20 minutes, he turned off the burners. He took the potatoes and eggs out of the pots and placed them in different bowls, and he poured the coffee into a cup. He asked his daughter, “What do you see?” “Potatoes, eggs and coffee,” she quickly replied. “Look closer,” he said, “and touch the potatoes.” She did and noted that they were soft. He then asked her to take an egg and break it. After removing the shell she observed the hard-boiled egg. Finally, he asked her to sip the coffee. Its rich aroma brought a smile to her face.
“Father, what does this mean?” she asked. He then explained that the potatoes, eggs and coffee beans had each faced the same adversity in the boiling water; however, each one reacted differently.
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The potato went in strong, hard, and unrelenting, but in boiling water it became soft and weak.
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The egg was fragile, with the thin outer shell protecting its liquid interior, until it was put in the boiling water. Then the inside of the egg became hard.
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The ground coffee beans were unique. After being exposed to the boiling water, they changed the water and created something new.
“Which are you?” he asked his daughter. When adversity knocks on your door, how do you respond? Are you a potato, an egg or a coffee bean?”
In life, things happen around us and things happen to us, but the only thing that truly matters is what happens within us. Which one are you?
Thanks to Steve Land for sharing this story at a recent managers' meeting. The author of the story is unknown. COVID-19 has taught us many lessons about ourselves in the last year!
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Specialty Clinic Provider of the Month:
Dr. Brian Beard
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CHCS provides a number of specialty clinics each month in Onaga, Holton, and St. Marys. Dr. Brian Beard is our June Specialty Clinic Provider of the month. Dr. Beard is a cardiologist with the University of Kansas Health System and Vascular Center, and he visits our Holton Family Health Center location. His colleagues, Dr. Joliff and Dr. Boolani, visit our Onaga and St. Marys locations.
Dr. Beard and his colleagues offer general cardiology to diagnose and treat heart disease, including congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, and heart failure. Testing services include echocardiograms, stress tests, vascular studies, and heart catheterizations. The group also offers medical management and works to meet patients’ individual needs by personalizing treatments that fit their lifestyles.
Heart disease is a leading cause of death, and Dr. Beard wanted to become a cardiologist so he could make a real difference in the lives of his patients. He is a teacher by nature and enjoys explaining individual care plans to patients so they feel confident in the care they are receiving.
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Reminder: St. Marys ER and inpatient hospital bed closure
As reported in late April, CHCS will adjust available services in St. Marys effective tomorrow (June 4, 2021) at 8:00 a.m. Changes include closure of the emergency department and inpatient hospital beds. The St. Marys Clinic will remain open, and other services such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy; X-ray; laboratory; and home health will remain available. Read the news release or find our FAQ.
Thank you to all of the CHCS associates who have worked to provide timely and quality care in St. Marys Acute and the Emergency Department, and thank you for the extra work all have done to ensure a smooth transition.
CHCS is in the process of updating signs (this will take a few weeks to complete), the website, and other materials. If you find something that needs updating after tomorrow, please email sarahhancock@chcsks.org.
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Welcome to CHCS!
We are happy to have the following associates joining us. Welcome to CHCS!
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Savanna Booth, phlebotomist, Holton Lab
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Sarah Vanstory, C.N.A., St. Marys Manor
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Cecelia Basler, dietary aide, St. Marys Manor
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Important reminders
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CHCS Clinics are offering COVID-19 vaccines for anyone age 12 and up. View a flyer.
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Employee Assistance Program: All CHCS associates are eligible for three confidential counseling sessions per fiscal year (April 1-March 31). To schedule, contact Regina Gronewoller, LSCSW, at reginagronewoller@chcsks.org (preferred) or call 785-437-3734. Download and share a flyer.
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Coffee Shop special
(and Gift Shop goodies)
June 7-11
Caramel Apple Latte
- 16 oz., $4
- Hot, cold, or frappe
FRIDAY AFTERNOON CHERRY LIMEADES ARE BACK starting this week! Stop by for a taste of summer!
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$15 Friday Flowers are back this week! Come and take a look at new market bouquets in Mason jars!
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Father's Day is June 20! We have great Dad gifts: Cards, gadgets, Route Step Farm gift baskets, socks, chocolate or caramel treats, Duke Cannon products, and more.
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Get ready for Flag Day (June 14) and July 4! We have new patriotic decorations and treats!
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CHCS menus: Onaga and Eastridge |
Note: St. Marys menus are available each morning through the Activities chronicle
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The Onaga Cafeteria will be closed June 14-18 because of flooring replacement in the kitchen and storage room. Meals will be available ONLY for patients and Redbud residents during this time. Please plan accordingly! The CHCS Spirit Squad has some special plans for a systemwide meal on June 17, so stay tuned for more information.
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Garden goodness
Eastridge residents and staff took advantage of a sunny day (FINALLY!) to pull some radishes from their garden plot. They are tasty and sweet, and everyone thought it was nice to see the start of summer!
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Did you miss your Connection?
Important information is relayed every week in the E-Connection. If you miss it in your email, an archive is available on our website. Visit the For Associates page, then click E-Connection Archive.
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Send items for the E-Connection or for sharing with our broader social media audience to sarahhancock@chcsks.org. Please send items by close of business on Tuesdays when possible. Ideas are welcome!
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