Every touch is a devotion,
every soft phrase a prayer
to life, to continue living.
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A nightingale, a dove
gowned in heavenly blue
a ministering survival chant.
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Thank you
and double checks
are abundant.
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They minister
consistent kindness
for they live
among the blasted.
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There is no sniping,
no rivalries,
just respect and support.
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They are special.
They are there by choice.
They work double shifts
or come in on short staff days.
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The cancer center has regular hours
No Nights. No weekends.
Burn out it is low. Effort is high.
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Their patients are a pretty grateful lot,
so their compassion comes easily
from the first tuck to the last.
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The nurse knows
some will sleep
and some will awake.
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Everyone dies,
but today they
will be spared,
–
for tomorrow
is nearly far off
in the rising sun light.
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