Due to my schedule, I've had to broadcast reruns of IN HOUSE the past two Saturdays, but tomorrow, tune in for an all-new IN HOUSE interview with my guest, the brilliant and wildly eccentric dancer/choreographer Moses Pendleton, who directs the word-famous dance company, MOMIX
I got to sit in on a few rehearsals of Botanica, Momix's exciting new show and I used the music from the show throughout the interview, making it, I think, one of the most enjoyable shows I've done. Well, Moses made it enjoyable too, of course. If you're into gardening, New England, the environment, dance, Van Gogh, sex, love, skiing, John Keats, bees, the psychological effects of color on mood, music or the creative process - if one or all of these things appeals to you - you'll love tomorrow's show.
And, on another, equally exciting note, I'm going home today. I don't know if it's a HIPA violation to name your physician, but I'll risk it in order to thank my surgeon Dr. Jamal Rahaman and his wonderful team of residents here at Mt. Sinai hospital. I'm told the surgeons don't always have great bedside manner, but that's not the case with Dr. Rahaman, who is not just a great doctor, but also a great man.
Also, at the risk of forgetting some names (I'm sure I will) I'd like to thank the nursing and support staff on my floor who include Michael Quizon, Mary "Jennie" Del Prabo, Cheryl Parks, Debbie Johnson, Lucy Jumelez, Antoinette De Los Reyes ...oh, I know I'm forgetting names. Some of the most helpful people helped me when I was least lucid, but if you're a nurse, I thank you, on behalf of all patients everywhere, for the work you do. Listening to the way some patients here talk to hospital staff makes me think that the word "patient" when describing somebody under nursing care, is an almost laughable misnomer. The nurses I've met this week have taught me much about patience, compassion, tolerance and grace under pressure.

Comments (4)
I just may be interested in one or two of those things! I'll have to check it out.
Glad to hear you're coming home. Seriously, you're going to be surprised at how much the color has changed in your absence.
Posted by Alyson | October 3, 2008 8:31 AM
Posted on October 3, 2008 08:31
Having worked in the nursing profession myself, years ago, I join you in your salute to the nursing staff. It's a very difficult, albeit admirable job.
"Huzza" to all medical staff.
Looking forward to your show, In House, tomorrow.
Hope all goes well as you arrive home,"no overdoing,now!"
: )
Posted by Annie | October 3, 2008 9:25 AM
Posted on October 3, 2008 09:25
Ann:
It's marvelous that you are going home today! I imagine you will adore sleeping in your own bed tonight. You will almost certainly also enjoy looking at the beautiful autumn scenery and breathing in the crisp air, especially after being inside for the past five days.
As usual, I am looking forward to tomorrow's In House interview.
Rest and recuperate!
Posted by Elizabeth Madlem | October 3, 2008 3:57 PM
Posted on October 3, 2008 15:57
You sound like your are accepting an award , "I would like to thank my Dr. nurse etc." and really you are , these Dr's and Nurses are great , and you are too for thanking them for their help to make you better . You are truly a good person . Thank you for your blogs you are an inspiration !
Posted by Destini | October 3, 2008 10:30 PM
Posted on October 3, 2008 22:30