I have seen this face before
amongst many nameless faces
Every time I look
and I see this face
in a mirror,
I catch a glimpse
of recognition
A glimmer
of a former self
my former self
Someone I knew
not so long ago
People call out my name
but, I do not respond in time
And when I do,
they have moved on
to someone else
I try,
try to get the words out
before they disappear
But, my mind
is much slower than what it once was
I see the frustration in your eyes
but, please may I remind you,
I get frustrated too
Do not ask me a question
and expect me
to answer right away
please be patient and wait
for I know the words
But, they are just a bit slow
to come forth
Do not treat me
like I\'m a stranger
I am still me
Just not the me
I once was