as mother and doctor

 setting things right, for me

means setting up as much as i can

to be nurturing for my family

friends and patients

i cannot protect them from all harm

i cannot heal them from disease

i can only give them what i am able

for their inner strength and insight

and for their environment to be

in their favor for health and growth

and for the caring ones around them

to know them – warts and all – as

persons to cherish, support and love