Looney-Goonie

The choice i had made

Was quite so strange

So i focused on how

How i might make a change

I sat there alone

I sat there, just me

Only to realize

I wanted to be free

Too peculiar to decide

Too ridiculous to view

But seriously needing

Something fun to do

But all i did was to

Think

Think

Think

And that wasn't helping not

One little bit

And then something clicked

Like an epiphany of rocks

That hit my head

I required socks!

My toes were curiously numb

My feet abnormally cold

How could i leave with empty shoes?

Oh how that would be bold!

So i went to my room

And dug through my drawer

Oh yes, there they are

Camo socks. Score!!!

So my choice formally perplexing

Now seemed so elementary

Once i deciphered my choice

It was remarkably complementary

So next time you feel anxious or blue

Just sit down, only you

Think a lot, and right on que

You may find your answer or a clue!

12-12-15

Boredom break

"Not Just": A poem to burned out nurses

Not Just

I am not just your patient
I am a person too
Fake nods of your head
Makes me feel unworthy of you

Sometimes your tone says that
My thoughts are mostly meaningless
Then I ponder why I share
As they are regarded as pointless

As a patient I often feel helpless
Your snarky remarks indicate I am inadequate when what I really require
Is an authentic advocate

Your "yes, honey"s as you walk away
Along with the exasperation in your voice
Show me my words are a nuisance
And my verbal expressions are just noise

Dependence on someone else for healthcare
Is often difficult for me
Consequently being labeled as uncooperative  and non-compliant
So without any predilection,  thats who you will always see

I am not just a patient
I am a person too
I am not who you think i am
If you only knew