As a collector of nursing history items, I have always been awed by the accomplishments of our nursing foremothers ("Securing Our Place in History," Editorial, March). It was wonderful to see their faces on the cover of this issue.

Thank you for the succinct reminder of the story of nursing and its great legacy. On tough days I remind myself of the battles our ancestors faced and regain the courage to keep moving forward.

Marcia K. Flesner, PhD, RN

Columbia, MO