I sat down beside
An old woman in a rockingchair.
Dementia had silenced her,
But her eyes told her story.
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Dementia is a sad state where the victims become absolutely helpless! In their infirm body, there could be a spirit still young and full of zest for life. Unfortunately, they cannot express it! What they need is love and understanding and our empathetic approach! An emotion packed poem, very touching and beautiful! A 10
Valsa, I very much appreciate your comment, and your understanding of my poem. Thank you.
This is a wonderful poem about the people we need most to comfort. Hopefully we'll all live to grow old. It would be nice to have someone to talk with. Even if we are of feeble mind and body.
This poem is about sitting next to an 85-year-old woman who cannot speak, but she still has volumes to tell, as far as stories go. Thank you for your lovely comment.
This poem is about sitting next to an 85-year-old woman who cannot speak, but she still has volumes to tell, as far as stories go. Thank you for your lovely comment.
'Roads Gone By' - - - I like that analogy, Louis! You definitely think like a poet! Thank you for your comment! : -)
Very nice! The title fits the poem exactly. When dementia sets in you become, " A body without a home" . I have added this to My Poem List and rate a " 10"
Thank you so very much, Darwin, for your kind comments! : -)