I travelled 45 minutes to arrive
At Dr S’s waiting room in a
Turn-Of-the-Century building.
We’ve operated on you three
Years ago. Indeed. Time flies.
Some post-operative cataract
Could be done with a laser.
It’s simple. OK.
Well now. Here we go.
I am stuck to more visits. Isn’t it?
But the main thing: Eyes are OK
Pressure 18. Good.
I contracted a slight headache.
Now it’s soon time to hear the
Verdict –
Sitting in the waiting room
Until the drops take effect.
There’s not much wrong
Except for one small laser
Corrective operation.
The distinguished Professor
Says.
Last time you had a
Medical aid problem
He recalls.
I’ve got medical aid.
We’ll operate October 2.
His secretary takes note of
My delayed payment
Required for technical reasons.
All right. See you in six weeks.
I add up my bill I saved up
For a year. OK.
It’s for my eyes.
Again no holidays
But I’ll write and take mental
Leave.
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ZJG-POetry’17.