An Ode to the Housekeeper

I come from afar,

Leaving my loved ones at large

I am a Housekeeper, I am here to serve!

I was here during lockdown,

Never did I bog down

Preparing to welcome you safe,

Anticipating your fear and inhibitions

I am the Housekeeper, I am there!

As dark clouds hover over,

As fear and panic grips,

I am called at forefront,

I am the Housekeeper, never my commitment dips!

I walk towards the unknown,

Wearing a smile & my prayer

I don’t flinch, don’t sweat.

I am the Housekeeper, I don’t dread!

I am called upon, I respond,

I am at the front, I fight.

To keep you safe, to keep you fit.

I am the Housekeeper, I use all my might!

I work long, work hard

I prepare for you to return.

I risked, I battled.

I am the Housekeeper, the war is still on!

I am the Housekeeper,

help me help the World,

Wear masks, follow protocols,

Join me in this fight,

I am the Housekeeper, let’s do what’s right!

I don’t need gratification

I don’t need sympathy

I am the Housekeeper, show me empathy…

Together we can achieve,

Together we can win,

I am the Housekeeper, I believe!

by

Rajat Bagchi

An Housekeeping professional, learning ways to educate and empower Housekeepers!

Executive Housekeeper | The Pllazio Hotel