Sergius Gustaf

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Last night, I watched a Korean drama that’s recently gained popularity. It’s about the lives of OBGYN residents at a medical center. Watching the story unfold made me think of you, somehow. I was always curious about your days in the hospital. Did your senior doctor ever yell at you? Did you pull all-nighters at the hospital?

I know you’re a GP, not a resident doctor. But that’s not a big difference, right?
Or am I wrong?
Well, I might be wrong.

It’s kind of sad that you never told me how your days went at the hospital. What it’s like navigating long chaotic nights or dealing with tough patients. I asked you several times about your routine, but you never let me in on it. And you never told me what kind of doctor you want to be, either. You didn’t give me even the smallest hint. But, you know what, I believe you’ve already decided which specialty you want to pursue. You just need the time and support to take that next big step.

One thing I noticed in the show is that the doctors drink coffee every day, sometimes too much. It made me wonder: Are all doctors like this? Did you pick up your high coffee consumption after becoming a doctor, or should I call it an addiction? I’m not going to nag you about the risks of too much caffeine—you probably know more about that than I do. If I could help you a little bit, I’d love to buy you another double-shot iced hazelnut latte, just like last year. Maybe I’d throw in two es kopi susu for the nurses, too.

Tonight is the final episode of the show. I hope the doctors get the ending they deserve. The same goes for you, I hope you have the good life you deserve. I hope you’re finding your way, day by day, growing into the kind of person you want to be, a better person for yourself and those around you. And I hope you can enjoy a nice double-shot iced hazelnut latte during your shift. I know we don’t talk anymore, but happy birthday.