Yes, but my daughter is sick — I need to know how she’s doing.

— I don’t care. Do what I said, or hand in your resignation.

The nurse had no choice but to agree. On her very first day, she was told to go to a young man’s room and help him bathe.

The young man had completely lost mobility; he could only move his neck and eyes. For years, he hadn’t moved at all.

She entered the room, looked at him, and with difficulty helped the orderly carry him to the bathroom. She filled the tub, checked the temperature, added some foam, and began gently washing him. Everything was quiet — only the sound of water and her soft sighs could be heard.