What can I do?

This is actually a thumbs up to some friends. One went from Houston to Puerto Rico. The other... She is only missing two continents.

I have to keep a sense of perspective.

I am used to living alone.

  Got away with that for a couple of decades.

Took over family duties,

  and I miss being alone.

Now,

  it did pull me out of a shell.

It made me feel what was happening.

I could see it,

  but didn't connect.

I was fading.

Now,

  I see friends  pouring their souls,

     helping where they can.

Doing what I can,

  but I wonder.

Could I do a little more?

Reviews

[apennylate]

The shell is always a good thing to crack... When left alone with our demons... We usually crack inside... A nice poem about taking on a new mantle of responsibility in life, and how one might feel about, and grow from that..

[Jon Roggie]

You have to realize, I am a tortoise. The shell adds strength. It is easy to hide in, and some times you have to stick your head out.

[apennylate]

Hah, sometimes we must brave the world...

[Jon Roggie]

Yeah, but we get to look cranky, even when we are having a good time!

[apennylate]

All those wrinkles... Haha

[Mrudula Rani]

Prioritizing is the key, that way you don't stress yourself and keep your sanity as well.

[Jon Roggie]

Indeed. I try to keep a checklist. Four or five is go out, and have some fun!