Musings of a Distractible Mind
Musings of a doctor on medicine, life, and somewhat odd things
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My Heart Flu Away - 2 days ago
Dear Influenza Vaccine:I am sorry to be so formal, but using your pet name, “flu shot”, doesn’t seem appropriate in a letter like this. I am also sorry to be writing this letter; I don’t want you to be hurt and I don’t... Topics: American Medicine, Rants
Golden Llamericks - 4 days ago
There once was a llama of goldWhose image was one to beholdThe bloggers did love itAnd unwaveringly covetSo to the new contest entrolledA haiku is sort-of a poemThough many who read them don’t know ‘emThe rules are unbendingFrom start until... Topics: Golden Llama Award, Poetry
Bad News - 8 days ago
It’s that part of the job that I’ve never gotten used to. I hope I never do.I saw a man recently with an unexpected finding on his exam – a “lesion” that should not have been there. I was seeing him for his diabetes and blood pressure,.. Topics: Being a Doctor
Golden Haikus - 10 days ago
Yea!!It’s the time everyone has been waiting for. I even got a call from Oprah asking if I have chosen the winner (she’s just jealous, you know). It’s time to give away Golden Llamas!!Not so fast. This post won’t actually... Topics: Golden Llama Award, Poetry
Gunk and Haikus - 13 days ago
If you got a bunch of gunk in your reader yesterday, it was because I tried a new plugin and I guess I didn’t understand it. If you enjoyed getting all of that in your reader, then you are welcome. Here’s a haiku to express my emotions... Topics: Golden Llama Award, Poetry





















