In the vastness of the West
Among the standing sentinels of rock and stone
Numerous arches, carved by wind and water
Through eons of time, have built gateways
To eternities of space and time itself.
 
The view to far away, from within
Seem to warp and deviate from that of without
And tells of dimensions, only thinking minds
Can decipher and wisdomed eyes can see.
 
Look at my expanse, they decree
Oh seekers of truth, and learn
That these stones are a part of the living me
Their sculptured face, testament to all that is shaped
By the very creator of you as well as me
Be kind to all that you see and don’t see
As our destiny is entwined by land and sea
Wind and water and watched over by stars!
 
Reza Ghadimi
February 2023

Of smoky skies and shaken land
Such is the destiny at hand

For all, who wonder of our faith
Of today, tomorrow, and life's prospect

For what awaits us is uncertain
Yet here it is, a future to ascertain

From the natural world and man
In hope of a better life and chance

Healthcare providers are on the frontline of this war on uncertainty. For no matter what turmoil, nature, society, politics, pandemics, wars, man's instinctive desires and selfishness create, to our tabernacles of healthcare, the effected come for solace. But the demands are overwhelming and help is needed. Join them and experience the true magic of medicine. Promise is made that you will be tired and exhausted beyond belief. It will seem that you work thirty hours a day, ten days a week, but LOVE every minute of it.

There is nothing more terrifying than a man’s sanctuary becoming his tomb in an instant. This week’s earthquake in Türkiye and Syria is a fearsome example of nature’s wrath. 
In a world full of calamities; whether crime, war, climate change, economic perils, or natural disasters such as this earthquake, we are hit by so much news of misfortune, that its effect can quickly be replaced.  Therefore, it is essential to help in any way we can right away while its mark is in front of us. As healthcare providers, we can do much more than just send money.  Our help and knowledge is more valuable than any monetary donation. Contributions usually help organizations and governments, not the poor and afflicted. Your presence will help the truly needy. Please consider volunteering your services for a few weeks or months.  Not only will your work be greatly valued, but you will return richer with wisdom. 
World Health Organization (WHO), Doctors Without Border, International Red Cross and Red Crescent, Project Hope and many other organizations are seeking volunteers. Let’s help them.