Not Only the Sick

NOT ONLY THE SICK 

The sick aren't limited to only
Those ones lying on the bed
Feeling uncomfortable, weak
Receiving treatment, instructions 

Not only the sick
Everyone is a casualty 
Carers, sympathizers, doctors 
Friends far and distant ones are

The sick are well treated like newly born 
Sleep inside, on the bed, well covered 
But caregivers sleep outside like goats
Exposed to cold, mosquito bites and fears 

Not only the sick feel the pains 
Loved ones run helter-skelter 
Relations always in panic, fear 
Resume deeply in prayer, fasting 

Stay at home too not at rest 
Not sure of the sick's condition 
Though waiting to see him again 
To receive him healthier than ever 

Physicians as well, not exempted 
Hope to discharge the patient alive 
Research and consult, go extra miles
Prefer smiling farewell to parting tears.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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