Shirley Rebstock Poet Rhyme

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I want to honor the courage I saw in my patients on hemodialysis, having to come in 3 x a week, seeing other patients dying at times, bleeding, and yet keeping their sense of humor, and kindness.  I want to honor the patients that had the courage to overcome their addictions to drugs and and alcohol.  Anyone, who thinks it does not take courage to do that has not walked in their shoes.

It Is Not About Me

It's Not About Me

In England my mom was a nurse during WW11
Caring for Americans and British soldiers tis true
Hearing her stories was my inspiration
Registered nurse became my aspiration

During the years I've served as a nurse
My experience and patients have been diverse
Working in various fields as I am very curious
Mental health, dialysis, triage, all very serious

Some situations are sad, I learned not to cry
It is not about me, only their comfort to heal or to die
Of course, when I got home I sometimes shed tears
Hoping our care was sufficient and alleviated their fears

What I have gained is more than I gave
Learning courage from patients we tried to save
Save from addictions, pain, or death
People laughing, smiling despite struggling for breath

Some days have been funny,hilarious, some sad
Serving the Lord and people, for all days I am glad
My decision to be a nurse has made me stronger
I thank my patients and hope I can serve longer

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Brian Michael January 21, 2021 at 3:28 PM From one to another-legit write!

Skat A September 14, 2015 at 12:45 PM Shirley, Congratulations on your win, in Edward Ebbs choice contest. SKAT Shirley Rebstock September 14, 2015 at 9:04 PM Thank you so much.

Andrea Dietrich September 12, 2015 at 2:41 PM You have made a marvelous decision for your life and I am sure you will be well remembered by all you have served, Shirley. Shirley Rebstock September 12, 2015 at 4:53 PM Thanks for reading,much appreciated

Sandra Haight September 12, 2015 at 9:38 AM Shirley, you are to be commended for your selfless choice to follow the career you chose. Your poem touched my heart, and I congratulate you on its excellent placement in the contest. Sandra Shirley Rebstock September 12, 2015 at 4:54 PM Thank you

Alexis Y. September 12, 2015 at 7:50 AM Shirley, I salute you for giving of your self and caring for the sick. Congratulations on a well deserved win:-) Alexis Shirley Rebstock September 12, 2015 at 4:52 PM Thanks so much

Dr. Upma A. Sharma September 12, 2015 at 5:08 AM Congrats on ur superb win with this amazing write Shirley! Shirley Rebstock September 12, 2015 at 7:26 AM Thank you.

Edward Ebbs September 11, 2015 at 11:49 PM Thank you for your entry Shirley and congrats on your win! Shirley Rebstock September 12, 2015 at 7:32 AM Thank you for your idea for a poem. Keeps our creative thoughts flowing. Thanks for honoring my poem.

CayCay Godwin September 11, 2015 at 7:35 AM I hope writing serves as therapy for all you see / feel in your professional capacity. A very good poem ... CayCay Shirley Rebstock September 11, 2015 at 3:42 PM Thank you for your comment and stopping by.