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To Health Care Workers

Hats off to heroes
Health care workers of the world
Heads bowed, we thank you
Who put yourselves in harm's way
Angels in scrubs, gloves, and masks

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Gershon Wolf

March 23, 2020 at 7:21 PM

Angels and saints they truly are! Thanks, Mark.

John Watt

March 23, 2020 at 8:07 PM

Indeed, Gershon! Appreciate the visit

Caren Krutsinger

March 22, 2020 at 7:52 AM

I concur. They are the true heroes, putting their lives on the line daily. Thank God for them!

John Watt

March 22, 2020 at 9:09 AM

You're absolutely right, Caren. Let's all thank one or two this week!

Eve Roper

March 22, 2020 at 12:34 AM

Yes, Hats off to all the Heroes. I love the tank great tribute to all.

John Watt

March 22, 2020 at 1:28 AM

Hats off, indeed. Thanks for dropping by, Eve.

Sam Kauffman

March 21, 2020 at 2:55 PM

Hi John, wonderful reminder to remember those who serve us at this time and every day. And, yes, they are angels in "scrubs, gloves and masks." I completely agree! Nicely penned.

John Watt

March 22, 2020 at 1:28 AM

Glad you liked this Sam. They touch so many lives! Appreciate your visit.

Constance La France

March 21, 2020 at 11:19 AM

John, you are so right, these are the most dedicated and courageous people, truly heroes _Constance

John Watt

March 22, 2020 at 1:21 AM

Thank you Constance, I'm amazed at how many resonated with this one. Appreciate your comment!

Kim Rodrigues

March 21, 2020 at 8:25 AM

They are indeed angels...All the people that work at the hospital!

John Watt

March 22, 2020 at 1:14 AM

Thanks for the visit, my friend. We are in agreement!

Eileen Manassian

March 21, 2020 at 7:15 AM

Yes. Where should we be without them in this crisis? Great Tanka. Thanks for posting.

John Watt

March 22, 2020 at 12:26 AM

Thanks Eileen, they’re pretty amazing.

Connie Marcum Wong

March 21, 2020 at 5:31 AM

I so agree John. They are literally risking their lives and the lives of their families. My daughter is a nurse but is on maternity leave with her preemie right now or I would be worried sick. A beautiful tribute for our heroes! xxoo

John Watt

March 22, 2020 at 12:25 AM

Connie, thank you so much! Praying for your daughter and granddaughter.

Susan Ashley

March 20, 2020 at 9:50 PM

John, four of our six children are on the front lines as health care workers and/or first responders, two nurses (one in ER, another in cardiac ICU), a clinician who does group and individual therapy in a women's rehab facility and a correction officer, and especially now, I worry so much. Your beautiful Tanka honors all health care workers in such an uplifting way. Indeed, they go above and beyond and are truly heroes. A wonderful piece, my friend. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

John Watt

March 20, 2020 at 10:36 PM

Well, give them our gratitude. I know you are very proud of all your kids, as you should be. Thanks for dropping by and filling my cup.

Sandra Adams

March 20, 2020 at 9:10 PM

I have many family members in this field... they do put themselves in harms way and now have a hard time getting the supplies they need... good write! hugs

John Watt

March 20, 2020 at 10:37 PM

Give them our gratitude. It's far from over - they're in our prayers. Thanks Sandra!

Andrea Dietrich

March 20, 2020 at 8:55 PM

I like when a person does a tanka this way. loved the assonance of scrubs and gloves at the end.

John Watt

March 20, 2020 at 10:42 PM

Thank you Andrea for your thoughtful words about my first Tanka. I read the PS paragraph about tankas and was relieved that "gratitude" is a very appropriate topic for this form!