-Unsung Heroes

Dear Paramedics….  With this poem I admire and honour you
For the occupation you have chosen
Doing a job that so many of us just couldn’t do

You are first on the scene
Dealing with behaviours, emotions ,wounds
Raw human reality of the ultimate extreme

Absolute panic ,violence, sadness, trauma 
Complete devastation of the worse kind
Horrific situations and sights etched eternally in the mind

The job has many rewards l assume
Ones of gratitude,positive outcomes, births
Kindness and great appreciation for the Paramedics worth

Then there are the driving skills required
That alone a dangerous mammoth task
Getting to the scene quickly and safely…. not an easy ask

I have never required an ambulance
Nor had any involvement with one
Yet , l value the Paramedics role above and beyond

Accolades and recognition are more deserving
For the unbelievably important position you hold
What you do in our world is worth its weight in gold

I just want you to know how valued you are
Acknowledging and praising the great job you do
So from the bottom of my heart l say a massive “Thankyou”!!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Culverhouse Avatar
March 11, 2024 at 1:43 AM
Being an ex paramedic myself, I found this a great dedicational write, it is a tough job but like you suggest the rewards are immeasurable, a great tribute Deb
Babcock Avatar
February 7, 2024 at 2:55 PM
I so agree they are unsung heroes and this is a very hard job. A nice tribute to all of them. love phyl
M  Avatar
February 8, 2024 at 3:29 AM
Thanks Phyl…..so lovely to see you!! Debx
Hawkins Avatar
February 6, 2024 at 7:42 PM
I Agree, Deb, They are unsung heroes Take care, Shirley.
M  Avatar
February 7, 2024 at 1:22 PM
Yes they are Shirley….thankyou my friend!! Debx
Kauffman Avatar
February 6, 2024 at 12:36 PM
A beautiful tribute to precious multi-talented people of dedication and compassion! Thank you Deb for this wonderful poem raising our awareness of these often unsung heroes! Blessings!
M  Avatar
February 7, 2024 at 1:21 PM
Unsung heroes they are for sure Sam! Thankyou for appreciating my tribute to them! Tahks Debx
Buhagiar Avatar
February 3, 2024 at 10:01 PM
We need so many more of them. They save lives.
M  Avatar
February 4, 2024 at 1:02 PM
Indeed we do! Debx
Brotherton Avatar
February 3, 2024 at 2:46 PM
Deb, a fav for me for sure. Such a wonderful tribute to those that mostly just see people at their worst.
M  Avatar
February 4, 2024 at 1:01 PM
A Fav aww thanks Jerry thats very special! Debx
Pandit Avatar
February 3, 2024 at 5:33 AM
They are angels. We can never thank enough, those who deliver emergency service. Kindness and gratitude flow throughout this heartfelt tribute, Deb.
M  Avatar
February 3, 2024 at 7:24 AM
They are Vijay and they are not recognised enough l feel! Thankyou my kind friend! Debx
Baker Avatar
February 2, 2024 at 10:12 PM
That's the heart I love to see in your poetry, Deb. Your words flow so smoothly as you share your appreciation of those, that accept a life of service to others. Thank you for writing this tribute poem to them. May God bless and keep you and those you love. Big Bear hugs, Bill p.s. A FAV for my list!
M  Avatar
February 3, 2024 at 7:23 AM
Bill you are just lovely and a Fav …that is so special to me! Thanks my Texan buddy….Debx
Jones Avatar
February 2, 2024 at 6:37 PM
What a wonderful tribute poem and how beautiful your heart is to write it!
M  Avatar
February 3, 2024 at 7:22 AM
Awww thats very sweet of you Karen Thankyou…Debx
Rodgers Avatar
February 2, 2024 at 11:58 AM
Dear Deb M, I truly loved your devotion to Paramedics. My sister was a paramedic, and I have learned firsthand all the dangers they face. Your poem expresses their day-to-day and all the challenges. Thank You! - Blessings, Danie
M  Avatar
February 2, 2024 at 12:41 PM
Thankyou so much Daniel and please give your sister a huge thankyou from me!! I have soupmailed you!! Debx
Meadows Avatar
February 2, 2024 at 10:56 AM
Their jobs are so challenging, they should be appreciated. Well said and well written!
M  Avatar
February 2, 2024 at 12:16 PM
Yes they are Janice….and so dangerous! Thankyou so much Debx
One Avatar
February 2, 2024 at 10:51 AM
Your poem eloquently celebrates the courage, compassion, and dedication of paramedics while expressing profound appreciation for their invaluable service to society. It serves as a poignant reminder of the vital role emergency medical responders play in our communities...
M  Avatar
February 2, 2024 at 12:15 PM
Thanks kind Mr S! Appreciate your thoughts! Debx
Narain Avatar
February 2, 2024 at 10:30 AM
Amen!
M  Avatar
February 2, 2024 at 12:14 PM
Thanks Jay! Debx
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