Dignity And Pride (Part Two) . Poem by PAUL COLVIN

To you and I, what’s in his head, is muddled and confused
To him he sees so crystal clear, a labyrinth of views
But when he tries to speak his thoughts, the words can’t be released
Frustration bites, his brain melts down, causing him to cease.

He’s grappling with uncertainty and wrestles back embarrassed
We’re coaxing words from a tongue that’s tied and now he’s feeling harassed
But don’t rush in, just give him time as time is what he asks,
To utter out his dearest words, for him a giant task.

He’s blurting out this strangest noise then signals with his hands
He’s hoping acts explain the words, his mouth cannot command.
He’s bolt upright with arms out, please understand my plea,
His simple need, he asks of us, is just to set him free.