“As a member of a cystic fibrosis care team, this is what I wish my patients knew: We value our relationship with you, and we want to know you as a whole person. We are with you on this journey — and we all learn a lot along the way. I recently heard it described that people have many colors to their lives and perspectives. When I think of my patients, I know that having CF is only one color of their life. There is so much more than just CF. We recognize that you have school, work, families, friends, hobbies, and goals. When we are considering care plans with you, we hope and strive to help you in ways that support all those things. We imagine you at your highest potential. Your health is our utmost priority, and we also want to make sure that you feel listened to, trusted, and honored as a decision-maker. We celebrate you with pride for all your achievements.” -Mary-Katherine Wainwright, MSN, CRNP, a CF care center nurse practitioner #NationalNursesDay