fresh guacamole without chemicals or preservatives. It also extended the shelf life to about 30 days.
The concept took off, and he could barely keep up with demand.
Known for Caring for Others
Linda, who taught high school business classes at L. D. Bell High School for several years before marrying Don in 1972, was known for her generosity. She would sometimes call the school counselor to ask if any students needed help. Linda also enjoyed listening to people and hearing their stories.
During her hospitalizations at
Baylor Scott & White – Grapevine, Linda often spoke with employees and asked them about why they liked working for the hospital.“ They’ d usually respond that they felt like people cared more here than at other places they had worked,” Don said.
“ Don said he was moved by the special and tender care provided by every member of the team, including our nursing staff, ancillary staff and our physicians, all the way through our housekeepers and food service workers,” Steve said.“ He wanted to make sure that the entire team at Baylor Scott & White- Grapevine understood how grateful he was, and wanted everyone to be recognized.”
In honor of Linda, the hospital changed the name of its service award to the Linda Bowden Heart of Service Award.“ It is presented each year to one employee in recognition of going above and beyond for our patients,” Steve explained.
The next award will be given in February 2018, and Don has been invited to the ceremony, Steve said.“ He will help us present the first Linda Bowden Heart of Service Award.”
“ Don said he was moved by the special and tender care provided by every member of the team, including our nursing staff, ancillary staff and our physicians, all the way through our housekeepers and food service workers.”
— Steven Newton, President, Baylor Scott & White – Grapevine
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