I'm not after any " you're lovely" comments tonight
I just wanted to share something special that happened today.
I've been working with a very gentle soul.
A patient my own age.
We spent time going over medications. We talked about anxiety
I told her a story about a dim nurse and she laughed
And when I turned to go
She looked me squarely in the face
And quietly said
" Thank you ..John"
I understood and my eyes watered
And I nodded gently.
I just wanted to share something special that happened today.
I've been working with a very gentle soul.
A patient my own age.
We spent time going over medications. We talked about anxiety
I told her a story about a dim nurse and she laughed
And when I turned to go
She looked me squarely in the face
And quietly said
" Thank you ..John"
I understood and my eyes watered
And I nodded gently.
sweet!
ReplyDeleteLaughter is the best medicine. Yes, indeed, sweet.
ReplyDeleteHugs!
sometimes that's all you need
ReplyDeleteDo you need a "you're an arsehole" comment? X
ReplyDeleteIve just had one
DeleteThat's nice.
ReplyDeletePeople need time and real attention and you give it. A great gift for yourself and your patients.
ReplyDeleteMy eyes are watering now!
ReplyDeleteMine too, Joan.
ReplyDeleteYou are a gentle soul also, John.
This job really suits you!
Meaningful work is important.
ReplyDeleteI've always said it takes a special kind of soul to work in a NICU or a Hospice Unit. Your kindness to others proves I'm right.
ReplyDeleteThose moments of deep connection are what drives a person like you, I would imagine
ReplyDeleteIsn’t that fantastic when we really connect with someone? It’s thrilling and comforting.
ReplyDeleteXoXo
I enjoyed this.
ReplyDeleteWas the story about the dim nurse autobiographical?
ReplyDeleteYou should have nodded vigorously, then you may not have attracted any 'you're lovely' comments.
ReplyDeleteIf you get a chance John check out ‘Old people’s home for 4 year olds’. Was a fantastic series here in Oz, can get snippets on Yutube.
ReplyDeleteMoments like that keep a person going, do they not?
ReplyDeletePrecious soul.
ReplyDeleteComments like that make your job more than worth while.
ReplyDeleteWhen I had chemotherapy, years ago, I used to get very anxious and the consultant prescribed lorazepam for me to take at home. By the time I got to the hospital it helped but I used to shake uncontrollably. After a couple of treatments the staff nurse met me at the door, took me straight to the treatment room and hooked me up immediately. It helped my anxiety no end. The waiting around made it worse.
ReplyDeleteI often think of her and wonder if she knows what a difference she made.
We looked each other in the eye while my treatment was beginning. No words but empathy and understanding.
Some people are born nurses. You are one.
The blessed relief of understanding and laughter to alleviate her situation, and reciprocal appreciation... connection at its best.
ReplyDeleteThe understanding that both carer and cared for are human beings
ReplyDeleteI think many people feel that if someone is ill, why would they possibly need a laugh, so (understandably perhaps) they are surrounded by misery.
ReplyDeleteIf I was in that position I'd want champagne and crappy jokes.
So gratifying... but you ARE lovely, John.
ReplyDeleteI wish everyone had someone like you at their side at such times.
ReplyDeleteAnd that’s why you are so good at what you do.
ReplyDeleteWonderful three words to lift your soul.
ReplyDeleteI have been around hospice workers and I know what exceptional people they are. You have a hard job and you do it well.
ReplyDeleteIt's the little things that make life so special.
ReplyDeleteWell, you are lovely. Your heart is big and wide.
ReplyDeleteLike my hips
DeleteTruly you are an angel. 🙏
ReplyDeleteI suppose hospice work will be filled with endless poignant moments and interludes.
ReplyDeletelizzy
You bring compassion and empathy to people who need them most. Bless you!
ReplyDeleteI worked as a volunteer on the Nursing Station in a Hospice for a few years after I retired from teaching and I quickly learned that sometimes 'patients' were grateful to be treated as normal people leading an ordinary life. They know the outcome and so do the people working with them - sometimes it is good to have a conversation when you are not reminded of it. In other words a normal one - and I suspect that is what you were doing.
ReplyDeleteYou are I'm sure John - A breath of fresh air to the patients and their visitors x
ReplyDeleteGood man John, and a special lady!
ReplyDeleteLaughter and compassion go hand in hand and you know just what is needed your a good man.
ReplyDeleteIt's people like you John that make unbearable situations bearable. Compassion and understanding of the human condition is truly a gift you have in spades.
ReplyDeleteJo in Auckland
The hospice and it's patients are very lucky to have you working there, John.
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