Transitional Medicine
Poems--Transformation
Journey of Hearts
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 This poem was my "Birthday Poem," in 1995, written after taking a class called "Renewing Life." For the first time in years, I felt that I was starting to emerge from under the dazed-state of fatigue and resulting depression that I had functioned through during Medical School and my intern years.
This poem was read as my introduction a few months later as I graduated from my residency program at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. 
 
    Transformation
    Kirsti A. Dyer, MD, MS
For years
I remained
Hidden from view
Afraid to show myself
or my true colors.
Cloaked
Concealed
I endured.
Waiting for the spring
with the sunlight
the signal to emerge.
Slowly
Cautiously
I begin to unfold my wings,
finding the courage
discovering my strength.
In awe
I marvel at the array
Deepest sapphire blue
Renewing amethyst violet
Tranquil aquamarine
Iridescent blushing rose
Sparkling
Radiant

I take flight.   
 
    Kirsti A. Dyer, MD, MS
 
 
Quotes from a Friend and Mentor on her reaction to the poem, given as a motivational gift:

Transformation is magnificent. It gave me comfort, hope and motivation. It is amazing the power of words.  

Life here is a challenge, but at least I am the keeper of my own destiny. Your Transformation poem still sustains me.
 
  
Last updated May 12, 1998
 
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