The Nurses Will Never Forget My Name

I guess when I’m old

And I can’t be bothered

Getting out of bed

         To go

                To the loo

 

I won’t have to

 

They can make excuses

I might feel some shame

But the nurses will

 

Never

 

Forget my name

Reviews

[Barbara Walker]

At first this made me laugh, but then, I thought, that certainly is a reality to many and I suppose they aren't laughing at all. So I felt properly chastised, but then, I had to chuckle, again. The form you used is great and I love the rhythm to this piece. It may be short, but it says so much! Barbara

[BrightEyes]

facing mortality and getting older with such humor is a true gift. I guess if you get to the point that you can't be bothered to go to the bathroom on your own, shame is just an emotion left to memory lol. funny piece..even with the sad undertones, still made me laugh.

laura :-)

P.S. Thanks for the reviews!

[Ebby]

Something so sad, but strained gently through your quirky humour seive.
This one stays with you, for some reason, and that achieved only by the best writing.

[Bubo]

Old age and the fact by then some things we can't control.
The thought that your name would be remembered for just that is rather depressing!
But old folk seem to disappear once in a home and lose their identity, so sad when you think about it.

[Angelheaded Hipster]

No....they wont forget your name....I dont think they would want to lose their jobs! *L* But on a serious note...I wouldnt want to spend my last days in a nursing home....too depressing for me.