My Shining Knight
John G. Young, M.D.
Beneath the armor,
foam rubber pads,
and sweat, lies a heart,
too warm but true,
my D, mighty
in love and caring,
placed on the rack
by God's uncaring deal
with the Devil.
My Jobena, on trial
for sins uncommitted,
not sleeping,
groaning in pain,
yet carrying on.
I don't know how you
do what you do,
your courage much stronger
than the armor you wear
and the difficulties we share.
You care, and that is why
I love you.