On this long journey
between cadaver dissections and treating infections
between hand disinfections and anesthetic injections
may we pause for reflection, reconnect with our intention
may we cultivate connection, and to our loved ones, display affection
to our own needs, may we pay attention
may we vote in elections
and to injustice, voice objection
may we have predilection for self-correction,
not be afraid to change direction
may we not beat ourselves up for inevitable rejection
may we forgive ourselves our own imperfection
medicine is a practice, and we will never be perfect
but it is enough for us to be on this hero’s journey
Victory is every step
Sage Burner Poetry 