Our local temple has a charitable dispensary where a very competent lady doctor visits every evening except Sundays. Right behind her chamber is the physiotherapy centre managed by two extremely efficient and empathetic technicians.
The space is small but homely frequented not only by residents of nearby Blocks but also from neighbouring and far off localities. The dispensary has gathered popularity by word of mouth.
The two chambers , i.e., the doctor’s clinic and the therapy room have a connecting door in between which is shut when the doctor is in and examining the patients.
One of the technicians, a young girl, is very curious about the doctor – from her punctuality to management of the interconnecting door. Her observations oscillate between astuteness and amusement.
Yesterday the doctor herself needed a bit of therapy. The girl obliged. Throughout the session they both chatted amiably. Their voices dropped at times as though they were discussing some intimate details. Their amiability comes as a real surprise after the girl’s regular “espionage” on the physician.
Human reactions stem from deeper roots than visible on the surface. We cannot judge a book by it’s cover. Sometimes we also fail to fathom a book even after reading it.
Today the girl greets the doctor cordially.
Hope an entente is in place.
😊😊
Ha Ha, we are not eavesdropping but it makes it more curious when two people drop their voices 😀!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hehh..Hehh…it’s a natural tendency to be curious and fun to observe people with change of vibes tickling imagination – “what may have happened”!!
LikeLiked by 1 person
They play music in medical centres here to help protect people’s privacy.
LikeLiked by 1 person
That’s a good arrangement 😊
LikeLiked by 1 person
I think it’s nice that they are on good terms now.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yes, isn’t it ? And with such ease…
LikeLiked by 1 person
Must have a secret formula at her disposal 😅
LikeLiked by 1 person
<p 😁
LikeLike
Seems so
LikeLiked by 1 person
😍😍😍
LikeLiked by 1 person
Lovely piece. I could picture the place and the two characters.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you Liz
LikeLiked by 1 person
Sometimes a little conversation changes the way we see someone. 😊
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yes, exactly. You’ve hit it Rajeshwari. Thanks 🙏
LikeLike
I am curious to understand where you fit in this curious story.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hehh…Hehh…I am the omnipresent observer.
I heard the young girl’s running commentary on the doctor for a fortnight during my therapy. Then I observed her getting comfortable with her. I find that intriguing how a person’s reactions change with close interactions.
LikeLiked by 1 person
It’s always nice to see people connect on a personal level. We never know what’s going on in another person’s life, so leading with empathy and compassion is the right path.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Sometimes, we don’t understand or misconstrue people’s reactions. Perhaps the young girl was longing for this personal interaction. Perhaps she wanted the doctor’s attention or proximity. One never knows. Glad they forged a bond.
LikeLiked by 1 person
An intriguing story
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you very much Derrrick 🙏
LikeLiked by 1 person
I have seen such things during my service Geeta Di,the employee who used to say a lot of things about the Head in the staffroom was the most pleasing person in his/her presence.
Maybe that is their way of life.
पर एक बात तो हे ,आप कमाल की observer हो .
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hehh…Hehh…thank you Nusrat.
I have also had plenty of such experiences. 😂
LikeLiked by 1 person
We all need that personal touch even at work, it makes it more pleasant.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yes that personal touch bridges many gaps
LikeLike