Welcome!

After attending the ground breaking ceremony in October, 2010, Mary Ellen Ipiotis was inspired to create a BLOG about the massive desert rose sprouting forth on sacred grounds in Sandoval County.

C'mon in! Please make yourself at home. Join me with your commentary, questions, stories, photos, video's, any information you would like to share... about the new medical center, the land it is on, the people and places in the area, anything you think people would like to know.

Mary Ellen is listening and will be on the look out for you ~

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Pavilion

The new hospital stands stoically in the high desert, it represents hope for many reasons to many people as it provides comfort and healing for years to come.

Like an oasis in the desert, a port in the storm, a multi-layered, large and lovely kaleidoscope, a hospital is also symbolic of great resources like a treasure chest filled with precious gems. Invaluable as it's own acute care facilities. The priceless gems at Sandoval Regional Medical Center include a 55,000 sq. ft. Pavilion that will be home to medical and administrative offices and plenty of space for medical education. The pavilion will also house the supply area, the cafeteria and dining room. The Specialty Medical and Surgical Clinics will be home to a wide range of departments. Family Medicine to Rheumatology, Physical Therapy, Ophthalmology to Gynecology. It is a massive pool of the best and the brightest medical practitioners in the area. It will quickly prove to be most valuable to people who will gladly and eagerly make it a point to get acquainted with this state of the art, world class health care haven.

Tuesday, November 01, 2011

Miracles

The first day of November arrives right on time, not a moment too soon as the new month begins, opportunities beacon, fresh beginnings await, possibilities abound and miracles wait for the perfect moments to occur. Landmark days take place, births, deaths, sickness and health require attention and tending to.  The second to the last month of the year seems to hold a certain mystery, and wonder stirs in the cool, clean air. 
People get on with their lives, living as always, one day at a time hoping each day is better than the day before, hoping to stay healthy and happy or continually striving to get there. As seasons change, challenges emerge to remind us of the realities of life, of what was, what might be and hope the future unfolds peacefully, that life's lessons are gentle, kind and encouraging and that burdens are lifted, do not linger and move out much quicker than the days you wish... would last forever.

Saturday, October 22, 2011

October

Cool mornings, warm afternoons, restless nights, bright lingering large and lovelier than usual- moon, baseball, pumpkin patches, change, travel, work, rest, unrest, regroup and connect. How can OCTOBER be so full of surprises, the multi-colored, multi-faceted palette of life laid bear for all to take part in. Every drop of life, every disappointing, sorrowful, serendipitous, joyful, encouraging exhilarating bit of it... makes for a big part of what was, what is and all the possibilities of things to come. As the season's change one hopes to move peacefully along, moving forward better for the wear and tear.

Monday, October 10, 2011

Teaching, Learning, Growing & Going Places

When a school is established a whole world of possibilities opens. As The University of New Mexico, Sandoval Regional Medical Center takes shape, it grows into what will soon be a thriving teaching and learning hospital, designed to provide enormous opportunities for the community and surrounding areas.

Students will gather from near by campuses, eager to learn how to take care of people. From specialty clinics, to intensive and critical care diagnosis and treatment to rehabilitation and therapies planned and implemented, all in the name of wellness and good health.

Partnerships between schools will prepare students for future medical careers and professional excellence in health care. Nurses, doctors, pharmacists, technicians, researchers and a host of other specialists will be on the ready to serve all those who will require the invaluable services available.

Saturday, October 01, 2011

Israel Kamakawiwo'Ole ~ Somewhere Over the Rainbow


"Where trouble melts like lemon drops". YES! "Somewhere Over the Rainbow"!!! And the dreams that you dream of, really do come true"!"That's where you'll find me". "and I think to myself, What a wonderful world"!! xo. Love 2U from me

http://brunodelaroza.com/

Saturday, September 24, 2011

EQUINOX

An Equinox is a astronomical phenomenon that occurs twice a year. The Autumnal Equinox occurs on or about September 23rd, which as it happens this year, is the first day of Fall, and the Vernal Equinox which usually takes place around June 22nd, the first day of Summer. It has to do with the day and night being equal in length. The Northern Hemisphere will see longer days/shorter nights and the Southern Hemisphere will see longer nights/shorter days. The broader meaning of an Equinox, signifies a centering and shift. The sun can be seen vertically above the earth as the axis of our planet does not tilt one way or the other, the balance between night and day remains as delicate as life itself, and as precious as it is powerful.