the lure

Ms. Gates,

I must be frank with you. While our hospital greatly appreciates your willingness to devote your time and talents -- our ward in particular needs your compassionate sort -- I must ask you to reconsider your performances. I have no doubt that you meant only to soften the denouement of our patient's waning lives, but they have grown frightened and confused by your harp-playing. They think you are trying to trick them.

I regret having to address you in this manner, but if you are unable to acquiesce I must ask that you discontinue volunteering altogether.

Gary Clayton, MD