Heart On My Sleeve Poem by Dee Daffodil
Heart On My Sleeve
Many years ago, my father tried to tell me
That I should not become a social worker
Because I was too soft...
'You wear your heart upon your sleeve
For all to see', was what he'd said.
I being the devoted, but somewhat independant
(and stubborn)
Daugher that I was...
Ignored him!
I went on through life in various roles
And while I never actually became a social worker
I came pretty close to that!
Through the years, there have been a few
Who have tried to take advantage of my good nature
But imagery is a wonderful thing
And I just rub em out with the eraser!
I've learned about distance...
Emotional distance that is...
I've learned how to focus on the positive
How to remind myself that each and every problem
Is not necessarily mine to solve
But that perhaps I can assist someone else
But mostly, I've learned about emotional distance...
How to take three important steps away
From the source of what is 'getting to me'
Friends worry, and say that I take on too much
'You have this need to try to fix everything'
'You're overdoing it...
Take a break! '
I take it all in stride...
And while most would say...
I couldn't do your job...
I rise to the occasion
It's true, I cannot save everyone
I do not think I'm God
And yes at times
Frustration slays me!
But eventually, I get up,
Having taken it on the chin!
But this is not only what I do
But who I am as well
So I wear that 'Heart upon my sleeve'
As a badge of courage...
Do you? ? ! !
Dee Daffodil (HW) 4 July 2007
a most commendable and interesting perspective on life, especially with respect to maintaining emotional distance while still being involved .I can definitely see how this would play out in your profession. as always your words are so clear and masterfully written
From reading this, hope you do keep being 'you'. Beautiful work. Sincerely, Connie Webb
Dee, This is a very nice one Dee, but, I am having a tough time believing that you could be stubborn! O.K.! , ... I take it back! , ... Hey! , I said I take it back! , UNCLE! , UNCLE! , UNCLE! ... already! B.V.A.
You're a true professional, Dee, in every sense of the word. This poem shows that. But you are also a caring human being. Without that quality you might as well give up your job. The two go together, strangely as it may sound, but you know what I mean. Thank you for being you, and don't ever change. Love, Fran xxx
Dee, I try, but as you say you cannot always be successful no matter how hard you try. It is keeping that emotional distance if you can while you still being involved. That is the hard bit. Wonderfully crafted poem and I commend you for all that you do do. Top marks and thanks for sharing it my friend. David
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4/25/2024 12:25:01 PM # 1.0.0.1119
I'm not much of an altruist but I know what you mean...I wear my enemies as my red badge of courage.