Ringed in a circle of compassion,
Sipped from the pond of dedication,
Values of core at school attended.
Dignity, integrity had befriended.
With valor seek those in despair.
Lend forth a hand of tender repair.
Touch of gentle patience, and love.
Through a hand that wears a glove
Sacrificed frolic, found time to stay.
Heed the duty, slept others away.
Unknown patient or one who is dear.
Accept HIS will when the end is near.
One day yu’ll help a family mourn.
Touch then the shoulder of forlorn.
Working each day to help them bear.
Invent and contrive to chase the fear.
A new beginning to wipe that tear.
Fend for ones whose life’s a smear.
With tenderness do a blessed job.
To pass a catheter or twirl a knob.
In havocs keep cool with a smile
At times make a dream worthwhile.
Every day teaches something new.
To impersonally provide what is due.
Lots to learn of kindness to share.
Give to needy the best of care.
(Islamabad)
(May 18,2009)
hey ur a great one for all these rhymes wowwwwww every stanza rhymes so well a tenner from me anjali
Heartfelt dedication, a beautiful write indeed which will inspire young interns.
Wonderful dedication to a young intern with insightful and empathetic words. Great rhymes too. 10 Karin Anderson
this should remind doctors all over of the hypocrat's vow they take before entering the profession...a very very good read, doc! you excel in your couplets...
Give to needy the best of care... that is need of hour dear.. beautiful write. bravo tks for sharing
A thoguut provoking medical advice from a great doctor...nice, strong diction 10+++
Let the Gods bless you! LET 'THE BEST OF CARE' BE THE MOTTO OF ALL PHYSICIANS! 10+ -Raj Nandy
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
I like the way you have used rhyming couplets in this poem to those who dedicate their lives to caring for the sick and infirm. Your first line 'ringed in a circle of compassion' is excellent and your sentiments throughout the piece are well expressed. My only criticism is about your use of meter - and many may disagree - but I like rhyming verse to have a regular beat. That being said, I did enjoy the poem and this couplet stood out: 'Unknown patient or one who is dear. Accept HIS will when the end is near.' 'Thou shalt not kill, but may not strive officiously to keep alive.' Love, Allie ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥