Category Archives: Relatioships

An Inspiring Story to Give You Strength in Hard Times

Posted on 04/10/2023 by Jorge Medico

An Inspiring Story to Give You Strength in Hard Times by Asdghik Ashley Melkonian (edited for length) I want to share an inspiring story of hope that completely changed my mindset during all this Coronavirus madness. It’s the story of … Continue reading →

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A Day at the Zoo

Posted on 04/03/2023 by Jorge Medico

A Day at the Zoo A number of years ago, the LA Zoo had a catchy jingle “You…belong in the zoo” that enticed a noteworthy uptick of visitors. It was one of those earwig tunes that once it got into … Continue reading →

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Wonder

Posted on 03/27/2023 by Jorge Medico

One of the many challenges of being a doctor lies in the large multitude of diseases whose progress we are powerless to cure, along with the inevitable senescence of all life with time. It is especially in these settings the … Continue reading →

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Human Sea

Posted on 03/20/2023 by Jorge Medico

I’ve always been fascinated by the mysteries of human interactions, and how we have evolved as a tribal society. Today, many suffer from the separation from a community, a sense of not belonging to something bigger than themselves. Consciously or … Continue reading →

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How Was Clinic?

Posted on 02/06/2023 by Jorge Medico

We humans tell stories in our attempt to make sense of our lives. Some stories are told directly, while others have their meanings concealed behind the words that we use. I love this poem, as it resonates in harmony with … Continue reading →

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Mug Knights

Posted on 01/16/2023 by Jorge Medico

It’s been raining on and off all weekend, and this morning began with my favorite ritual – a fresh brewed cup of strong coffee. The following poem is one of my favorites from friend Dave. Hope it gets your Monday … Continue reading →

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Good News, Bad News – 2022

Posted on 12/26/2022 by Jorge Medico

My Poetry Muse appears to have taken a sabbatical. As a result, The Poem of the Week shall be replaced by the Musings of the Week, which will contain mostly prose and possibly poetry, depending on the fickle Muse. As … Continue reading →

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The Toilet Paper Tug of War

Posted on 11/21/2022 by Jorge Medico

As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, we can need to heed the lesson from Dave’s poem on  cooperation if we are to survive our turbulent times. Happy Thanksgiving to all! The Toilet Paper Tug of War The toilet paper tug … Continue reading →

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Stigma

Posted on 10/17/2022 by Jorge Medico

This work for the Poem of the Week celebrates the current Weltgeist of diversity. As with any idea that stakes out absolute righteousness for itself, the Woke Movement is at risk of falling prey to fanaticism, intolerance, and many of … Continue reading →

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Yes and No

Posted on 10/03/2022 by Jorge Medico

One never wants to say “no” to life, and hope is the driving force into tomorrow, as illustrated by this Monday’s Poem of the Week. Given the vagaries of my schedule coming up in future months, from now on, this … Continue reading →

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