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Amusing verses that shine a light on mostly medical and grammatical topics

​When proofreading with an eye to perfection, there really is no substitute for good research. While one is always guided by the client's stated preferences regarding style, there is also a baseline understanding that serves as the foundation against which required differences are compared.

I will be offering some home-grown verses here that may be helpful for keeping certain basics in mind while adapting to the guidelines of a specific project, whether under the umbrella of CMOS, AP, APA, MLA, or other guidance.

They are not intended to be comprehensive regarding any particular issue. Rather, the purpose is to draw attention to identifiable aspects that are worth noting and make them memorable.

I think of these verses tongue in cheek as "Grammar Grist." Others that you find here will be more along the lines of "Medical Musings"; some might even qualify as a combination of the two.

It'll be fun. So, let's do it. Share the cheer everywhere.


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​(A proofreader's note regarding “console” and “condole”)

“Console” stands in contrast to “console” its mirror
Because of mere syllable blest.
The difference in meaning defeats an alliance
Along with their sounds when addressed.

“Console” with “condole” is enamored and blissful, 
The spelling a feature ignored.
“Condole with” expresses compassion in suffering;
“Console,” to bring comfort aboard.

Since “d” will forever our “s” be preceding,
“Condole before moving to console.”
Condole with your friend when misfortune arises,
Console to help lift and make whole.

“The shiny new console was scant consolation
For tonsils inflamed and enraged.
His friends on the phone while sincerely condoling
Had yet to console him where caged.”



Authors

Literary posts by Duane Beaumont, M.D., Ph.D.

Photos and paintings by Patrice Beaumont

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