Letter in the post Once, twice, thrice Imploring - Get vaccinated... But, you can wait Wait for your GP If you prefer... Nothing... Waiting... Go it alone... Website - do you know your NHS number Yes... Here's some sites They're near to you Best you choose one of them... Book your second shot too... But I don't know if... Book it! Find the centre Stand outside Drizzle dampens... Pretty face, What's your appointment time? Ohh! yes, here you are... Wait some more Called in The Inquisition gives me a card... We sit... Waiting for Godot? Just a free berth... Come now Sir, So polite Ushered into a cubicle... Name, Rank, Number? East European accent Efficient Nurse Information given I take off my Flack Jacket... Briefing... Are you allergic Are you driving?... These are side effects Take Paracetemol... And Water - lots of Water... Jab... Easing back into jacket Nurse completing record Photo on phone... Your Daughter? No - Niece... Very Pretty... Very naughty... Aren't they all at that age?.. Back into the drizzle Feel a little Woozy... Take my time... Home is further It's usually so close... Really slow today... All done? Are you Ok Someone at home cares... But she had it before And understands... The hereafter... Very little sleep Arm sore - can't lie on it... The new day... Muscles ache Lethargic... But I'm determined... determined... Must go for my walk!
2 responses to “The Jab”
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Martin, this is just a wonderful piece. I’m so glad you shared your immunization experience with us, and especially enjoyed it in poetic form. You described my experience as well. Take advantage of a little rest. There’s an emotional letdown as well, I think!
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Thanks Debra 🙂 Feeling a lot better this morning after a couple of beers yesterday evening and an early to bed. I think I sweated it out to a certain extent. Should be able to cook dinner tonight 🙂
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