When Surgery Brings Joy

Time takes its toll on the body,

Wear and tear

Slowly changing the joints,

Stressing the weak points,

Exposing bone on bone

Rendering pain.

Stopping the stride,

Restricting,

Forcing change

And challenging mood.



With suffering comes wisdom

And a time to see more clearly.

When nearly all is done,

Still recognising the need.

Blessings on the skills

Of surgeons and staff,

The know-how and wisdom,

The miracle of healing hands

That bring hope and joy to life again.