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NJ.com just publishedinclude an arlife balance can betreats achieved. entire assistants families, and hygienists have made a greatto wage or Dr. Goldberg fromalways toddlers seniors. Services Unfortunately no one has yet been hardest hit. It is diffi- salary. Now those figures are ticle on May 21, 2023 entitled, “Can’t get a dental appointfigured out how to deliver pro- and cult to fimore! nd a dental offi It’s the quality ofthe dentures, cosmetics, Hece that andevenhishigher. staff enjoy long-term relation fessional dental services from has not had, or currently has, life that workers seek and de- ment? NJ dentists grow des-
AREA - Since COVID occurred approximately three years ago, many industries have been plagued with staffing issues. Restaurants have had to modify their hours and menus, transportation companies such as trucking are having a hard time finding drivers. Healthcare has also been hit very hard. The rise of remote working has been a game changer within the workforce. This has also led to the realization from the workers’ standpoints that an improvement to their work-
home, so the dental industry a shortage of one, the other, mand. is feeling the pain of the Great or both. In the past if a team How does this affect you, Resignation, too. member called out sick at the the patient? It may take months New data is constantly last moment, a phone call to to get a cleaning appointment, emerging, and the term Great one of many temporary agen- and if either you have to canResignation is being modified cies would result in the prob- cel or the office has to reschedto the Great Reshuffling. Its lem being resolved within an ule, it can take months to get a been observed that workers are hour. Now, the rosters of these new date. You may also see a leaving certain industries to temporary agencies have fall- “revolving door” of new faces achieve a more desirable work- en from hundreds of qualified every time you’re at your dentist’s office. These issues are life balance, and are simply temps to just a handful. Cannot be combined with discounts but unfortunately changing jobs or professions. Its not the rate of pay that other is unfortunate, Within the field of dentistry the problem. Hygienists have it’s the new reality.
life,” says Nancy Paffendorf,
Army, Retired, was the founder
Northern Red Oak for several symbolic reasons. The NRO happens to be the State tree, it is one of the strongest, most resilient, fast-growing trees. It is a deep-rooted tree to which it can endure all types of weather. It will provide privacy and comfort (shade) to those who are seeking a quiet moment. And simply, it will provide splendor to the overall landscape at the AVM. The tree I have selected stands at 12’ high.” The Centenary alumni group sponsored, unveiled the tree and read the plaque in Murphy’s memory during her Honorable Service Ceremony. “The Centenary University Alumni Association is honored to be part of this tribute to Colonel Jeanne Murphy’s
ni Trustee of the Centenary University Alumni Association Executive Board. “She was an exceptional person.” Yolanda Sheffield Williams, president of Centenary University Alumni Association Executive Board, and Paffendorf met Col. Murphy when she and her husband came to campus in January 2020 as the 14th president and the first lady of Centenary University. “She was very involved with Centenary events, including therapeutic horsemanship for Veterans with disabilities, for Veterans with physical, emotional, mental, post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury,” says Paffendorf. “My husband, Major George Paffendorf, U.S.
taur (therapeutic horsemanship for Veterans). Jeanne was a supporter of the program, frequently in attendance, and was instrumental in providing connections and opportunities with other organizations which were developing programs. “Jeanne was a positive force,” adds Paffendorf. “We looked forward to seeing her and hearing her thoughts and advice. We will miss her greatly.” Jeanne Murphy was in the U.S. Army for 30 years and was an example of a life well lived, says Paffendorf. During her three years as First Lady of Centenary University, Murphy was an enthusiastic supporter of Centenary’s academic, athletic and
FROM FRONT PAGE was an all-state player here in New Jersey and his grandfather played with various Brooklyn Dodgers affiliates around the country. Even more interesting, Jackson’s great grandmother played professional baseball for one of the few all-womans leagues that were in existence at that time. She even received a mar-
riage proposal from one of the greatest hitters of all time, Ted Williams. She said no, and the Patterson family’s baseball story is still being written. Whether Jackson reaches the same level as Williams, or some of his beloved Mets players is secondary to his father. Mr. Patterson has played with many young stars during
his career and unfortunately witnessed many young boys pushed to their breaking point by over-involved parents. He does not intend to make such a mistake with Jackson.” I want to see him use his natural born talents but most of all, it is a major source of our bond. “I don’t want to push him. I just want him to be happy.”
FROM FRONT PAGE more when nearer to the departure.” Out of all the exercise Washington has explored, she enjoys hiking. “Connecting with nature, particularly the first 10 minutes of a hike are the best,” says Washington. “I am disconnecting with all the insanity that may have happened all week and I can just “be.” I look forward to this time every time I go hiking.” The weather will most likely be in the 50s, and probably will include sun, clouds, rain and snow. “There is approximately 21 hours of daylight that time of year!” Spilman says. The ladies are prepared for any surprises. “The thought of all the unexpected things which could happen during this hike is exciting!” says Washington. This is what they expect:
“Each day we will wake up in a different environment, but we will start each day with breakfast, pack our backpacks and hike 5 – 10 miles per day,” says Washington. “Our backpacks will contain lunch which we will eat while out on the trail. I expect to see some amazing sights. At the end of the day, we will make dinner and have the choice of either doing a session of yoga or going on a short hike. “We will carry our backpacks with everything we will need for the day while the rest of our belongings will be transported by van to the next town that we will be sleeping at for the night,” she adds. “We will hike from mountain hut to mountain hut for our overnight accommodations,” adds Spilman, Long Valley resident since 1985. For food, Spilman says she will eat a lot of sea-fish, Icelandic lamb and salmon and her peanut butter and granola bars as a backup!
She expects to be “living off the grid while on the Laugavegur trail. The mountain huts do not have electricity, thus no means of charging cell phones or cameras. Cell phone connections, if found, may be unstable.” Their goal is to have fun and come home with amazing memories. “My goal is to have an unforgettable experience with Denise and the others on the hike,” says Spilman. “Denise and I have been planning this for over a year! We are expecting to return home with many interesting memories!” Washington’s goal is “to complete the hike, enjoy the terrain and enjoy the company of the new people who I will meet. I am looking forward to how this trip will change me because after each one of my adventures I am forever changed and how it will lead me to my next big adventure.”
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