Recently we stayed at the Connecticut Children's Memorial Hospital with our newborn son -- he was having digestive issues and they suspected "pyloric stenosis" - a muscle which had grown too large and was obstructing the digestion of milk to the stomach. Luckily, it was not that and no surgery was needed. They ultimately confirmed an earlier diagnosis of acid reflux -- pretty common. The staff at the hospital were very caring and considerate. The doctors were extremely good and we felt our son was in good hands. We were able to stay there with him, which helped ease our minds. I highly recommend this hospital (kind of makes me happy that in my younger days, we used to hold charity events for this same hospital. Now I know why...)FYI, the baby is happy and back to his old self, aided by a little prescribed Zantac derivative.
Department 56 should take a peak inside this amazing hospital. I am sure they would be inspired by the curved hallways, colorful walls, children's painting and artwork, collection of beanie babies, etc., and be inspired to create a piece in tribute.
The whole hospital experience made me wonder how many hospitals have been created by Department 56...Did a little research, and found several matches. Among them:
City Lights MONOPOLY 1999 Old St. James Hospital Bldg.
Dept. 56 Hospital for sick children Dickens' Series
Dept 56 Snow Village Snowy Hills Hospital
You can browse the entire list of Department 56 hospitals...
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