Addie's Poem

                                Addie’s Poem

                        It’s winter time and all is well, for me

            She struggles to breathe, to remember who she is

                        Me? Oh I’m fine, just worried

            She struggles to remain alert and remember those who love her.

                        I’ll be fine, I think

            She stirs up memories, I struggle with mine

                        I’ll be ok, maybe.

            One small thread of dignity in all her weakness shines through

                        What do I do or say?

            She sits and stares, does she care I’m here?

                        How do I act when she is somewhere else?

            I must remember that I love her and I care.

                        A tear rolls down her face

            Mine too, my heart aches, hers does too

                        What is she thinking, I don’t know

            I’m confused, so is she

                        I feel a loss for words, she can’t voice hers

            It’s hard this life to watch it leave

                        I study my own life and mortality

            I want to be loved, so does she

                        I cannot ignore her needs, I need her too

            Oh, I know you have to leave

                        I don’t want you too

            Thank you for your gift, your life, the memories

                        Rest now dear lady; enjoy the peace God has given.

               

                I shall truly miss you sweet lady, . . .