My Heartfelt Thanks To a Fascinating Person I Did Not Know Contest

Was in1967 that this wonderful man
Performed an operation that no one else can.

Because of this man my heart can be healed
My undying gratitude is surely signed and sealed.

His work has helped  hundreds of sufferers
To  lead a near normal life  of many years.

To this man I raise my glass, been thinking very hard
How do you say thank you, to Dr Christian Barnard.

Your expertise has been shown and taught in distant parts
Now surgeons  have the knowledge to mend such broken hearts .

When he retired from this work his planned to end his days
Living in Austria to wind down, relax and golf to play

Whilst on holiday in Paphos after he had retired
Died at the poolside  of a heart attack, a good life expired.


Dedicated to Dr Christian Barnard, the man whom in South Africa  carried out the first human  to human heart transplant..

Copyright © | Year Posted 2013



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Date: 3/7/2013 2:43:00 PM
It's really cool how you did that contest on a man that was famous and not someone related to family. I really enjoyed seeing this one. Congrats on your well deserved win, Seren.
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Date: 3/1/2013 9:38:00 PM
Seren, a wonderful winning poem. Congratulations in Craig's lovely and fascinating contest. A good subject on "The Most Fascinating Person I Never Knew." goodnight* LINDA
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Date: 2/23/2013 8:07:00 AM
Seren great dedication to a great man...David
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Seren Roberts
Date: 2/23/2013 9:30:00 AM
Yes he was a man alone til they caught up to his ability....Seren
Date: 2/22/2013 5:13:00 PM
Wonderful of you...you are kind....
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Seren Roberts
Date: 2/23/2013 9:31:00 AM
Kind Donna why do you think this, this man has done so much for myself and others with Cardiac problems. ...Seren
Date: 2/21/2013 11:18:00 PM
This is a very powerful and intriguing poem my friend! Is this a true write, did you have heart surgery? If so I can see why this man is truly a blessing to you! I really enjoyed reading this amazing poem! What a delightful piece, Great Work!!
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Seren Roberts
Date: 2/22/2013 10:18:00 PM
Yes I did in June Russell some of my poems in may and june were written whilst in hospital...Seren
Date: 2/21/2013 10:12:00 PM
Seren; This is a good tribute to that Doctor. He would be proud of you. May he rest in peace. Thanks for sharing. Lucilla
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Seren Roberts
Date: 2/22/2013 10:16:00 PM
Thanks Lucilla for commening....Seren
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