Lady Godiva's Operation
Lady Godiva's Enigmatic Journey: Unveiling Hidden Truths
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Lady Godiva here dressed so demurely
Lady Godiva, dressed modestly, is introduced.
Pats the head of another curly haired boy, just another toy
She affectionately interacts with another boy, treating him as a plaything.
Sick with silence she weeps sincerely
She silently expresses deep sorrow.
Saying word that have oh so clearly been said
Her words reveal a message spoken clearly a long time ago.
So long ago
Reflecting on events from the distant past.
Draperies wrapped gently 'round her shoulder
She drapes herself with confidence acquired through life's experiences.
Life has made her that much bolder now
Life has made her more courageous.
That she's found out how
She has discovered something significant about herself.
Dressed in silk, Latin lace and envy
Adorned in luxurious clothing, she attracts attention and envy.
Pride and joy of the latest penny faire
A symbol of pride and the latest fashion.
Pretty passing care
Beautiful but transient.
Hair today now dipped in the water
Her hair, now wet, is a metaphor for intimate encounters with many.
Making love to every poor daughter's son
Engaging romantically with the sons of the less fortunate.
Isn't it fun
A sarcastic comment on the enjoyment derived from such activities.
Now today propping grace with envy
Currently admired, but she may soon face envy.
Lady Godiva peers to see if anyone's there
She checks if anyone is watching without concern.
And hasn't a care
Indifferent to others' opinions.
Doctor is coming the nurse thinks sweetly
Medical professionals are preparing for a procedure.
Turning on the machines that neatly pump air
Activating life support machines.
The body lies bare
The body is exposed.
Shaved and hairless what once was screaming
Once vocal, now silent and nearly motionless.
Now lies silent and almost sleeping
Speculation on the absence of mental activity.
The brain must have gone away
The brain appears absent or disconnected.
Strapped securely to the white table
The body is securely fastened to a table.
Ether caused the body to wither and writhe
Anesthesia induces convulsions under bright lights.
Underneath the white light
Describing the surgery environment.
Doctor arrives with knife and baggage
The doctor arrives prepared for surgery.
Sees the growth as just so much cabbage
Views the growth to be removed with detachment.
That now
Highlighting the necessity of the removal.
Must be cut away
The critical moment of decision arrives.
Now come the moment of Great! Great! Decision!
The initial incision is about to be made.
The doctor is making his first incision
Describing the surgical procedure.
One goes here - one goes there
Potentially messy complications arise.
The ether tube's leaking says someone who's sloppy
Anesthesia leakage and the patient's uneasy state.
The patient it seems is not so well sleeping
The patient is not peacefully asleep.
The screams echo up the hall
Screams reverberate through the corridor.
Don't panic someone give him pentathol instantly
An urgent call for medication to calm the patient.
Doctor removes his blade
The doctor cautiously removes the surgical tool.
Cagily slow from the brain
Slowly detaching from the brain.
By my count of ten
A countdown to the completion of the procedure.
The head won't move
The head remains still, indicating success.
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