Will I go down in the annals of history? I know not, to myself, I remain a mystery For who would ever long remember me When I myself cannot even recall or see
I can only guess at what I used to be like When I was young did I smile on my bike? In my youth did I have a wondrous dream? Now I can only sit and hear my scream
Were you there, did you give me your affection? I cannot dwell, my mind has no reflection I can only recall life in glimpses and snatches I snuff it out like all the dead matches
At least I cannot pay for all my sin For I do not know where it did begin For I am trapped in a shell with no meaning I can only stare wide eyed at the empty ceiling
My body is strong but my memory is weak But I am aware that my future lies bleak Some say mental blindness is a trick of light But I seek the switch of hope and fight
I smile simply to return your pleasing grace You seem kind even if I do not recognise your face My mind does not see you so I have no resent Did you come today or were you a stranger sent
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Posted: May 2010
About this poem:
The terrible affliction of memory loss, either by illness or age, such a terrible thing to happen!.
FrenchsilkPort Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal South AfricaFeb 9, 2011
perhaps forgetfulness is a blessing, blurring the edge of pain that need not be relived. As years pass we have so much happening to us that it would truly drive us mad if we were to remember it all clearly.
A thought provoking and poignant poem Rob, thanks for sharing it
I can't tell how i loved this >_<// IT'S .............ROMANTIC!!! I CAN SAY I LOVE IT WITHOUT HESITATION!!!
BIG THANK for writing this!!! Thank you ROB!! Thank you your computer n keyboard n mouse too!!!! I'm gonna come read it again and again.
Have you seen a film "NOTEBOOK"? The actress lost her memory too, she can remember for a moment and then she forgot everything again. But the actor loves her still, he read a notebook / diary ( their story) to her everyday everyday and everyday.... She remembered and forgot and remembered and forgot .... but only LOVE remains!!!!
If you havent seen it, you oughtta see it!!!>_<// If you dont want to buy you can download online (find free websites for movies, I do it all the time but there's no Eng subtitle Y_Y, oh you dont need Eng subtitle I forgot.. lol lucky you!! )
Great write. You certainly always come up with new subjects Rob. Very well described with great phrasing. Im sure your poetry writing will keep your mind sharp and creative for a long time.
Cougar1Rocky Mount, Virginia USAFeb 9, 2011
beautiful
bunnybooSalem, Oregon USAFeb 10, 2011
You got me. I work with Alzheimer's patients, teach others about dementia, care for family with dementia, and as a "boomer," see the future all too clearly. You have a tender understanding. It makes me want to know what you know. Thank you for the gift.
windyweatherlySan Francisco, California USAMay 31, 2012
Rob I have tears in my eyes. The most valued intangible part of life is memory.
What a lost te be robbed off it. all thd things my john and ard doing ridgt now ard those that are priceless. What would it be then if it fadds into oblivion.
Rob, I said that I was going to post a poem on the same subject,but written in a totally different style, which would have been good for comparison, having written it, I find that I'm just a few characters over the limit, so rather than slice it in half, I abandoned the idea, didn't want you to think that I abandonned my word, Cheers Phil.
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A thought provoking and poignant poem Rob, thanks for sharing it
I can't tell how i loved this >_<// IT'S .............ROMANTIC!!!
I CAN SAY I LOVE IT WITHOUT HESITATION!!!
BIG THANK for writing this!!! Thank you ROB!! Thank you your computer n keyboard n mouse too!!!! I'm gonna come read it again and again.
Have you seen a film "NOTEBOOK"? The actress lost her memory too, she can remember for a moment and then she forgot everything again. But the actor loves her still, he read a notebook / diary ( their story) to her everyday everyday and everyday.... She remembered and forgot and remembered and forgot .... but only LOVE remains!!!!
If you havent seen it, you oughtta see it!!!>_<// If you dont want to buy you can download online (find free websites for movies, I do it all the time but there's no Eng subtitle Y_Y, oh you dont need Eng subtitle I forgot.. lol lucky you!! )
YOUR POEM'S COOL))) sAs
subjects Rob. Very well described with great
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What a lost te be robbed off it. all thd things my john and ard doing ridgt now ard those that are priceless. What would it be then if it fadds into oblivion.
But hang in there Rob a prayer I will do.
Much love
Phyllis
Cheers Phil.
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Sorry you couldnt post your poem, was looking forward to it, hope you find a way to show it.
Rob
Iknow So Very Much About This ,Being A nurse .
God Bless Thank You For Shareing .This Poem Will Stay In People Mind .
Gabbby x
Rob