Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate our Texas-24 Hometown Hero, Susan Gillingham, and her 50 years of service saving lives as a nurse. Beginning her career as a secretary, Susan never imagined she would become a nurse, but after volunteering as a candy striper in a hospital, her passion for healthcare became evident. Turning that passion into a long and remarkable career at Baylor Scott & White- Grapevine, Susan says that just taking care of patients and hearing them say they had the ``most wonderful care they could possibly have'' makes her day. To celebrate her incredible and ongoing legacy, the Baylor Scott & White hospital staff threw Susan a surprise party to thank her, demonstrating the enormous impact she has had in the lives of all those around her--though she said she doesn't need a tiara or a cake because nothing compares to the impact of taking care of her patients. In the words of hospital president Naman Mahajan, Susan is ``a testament,'' and, ``It is all who we all aspire to be.'' I am inspired by Susan's dedication to our community, and I thank her for the amazing care she has provided and continues to provide north Texans after five decades. ____________________”