If I Could I Would

Tom Dylan


Notice of absence from Tom Dylan
Sorry if there is a delay in replying or if I'm away for short periods. Sometimes life gets in the way. As John Lennon says, life is what happens while you're busy making other plans.

If I could I would

carry the heavy burden for you,

or at least grab the other end

and help you lift it.

 

I would walk in your place or

sweep the broken glass from the path,

or lend you my shoes,

and help you up when you fall.

 

I would let you change into

my dry clothes, hand you a towel for your hair,

I’d tell you over and over

that this storm will pass.

 

I would play relaxing music

while patching up your cuts and bruises,

then show you to my spare room,

for you to get some much needed sleep.

 

Instead I hand you a cup of tea

and ask how you’re doing.

  • Author: Tom Dylan (Offline Offline)
  • Published: September 13th, 2024 08:55
  • Comment from author about the poem: Sometimes all you can do is be there.
  • Category: Unclassified
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  • Cassie58

    Words of caring Tom. Being there for someone in an hour of need. Every little helps. I have just returned from visiting my elderly aunt who has dementia. Many of the residents never get a visit. How heart breaking is that? That cup of tea and a chat will make someone’s day. A meaningful read.

    • Tom Dylan

      Thanks so much for your comments, Cassie. Yeah, rather than trying to think of intricate ways to help and assist, sometimes, all it takes is us being there for family. I think that was what I was trying to get down. Hope you and your aunt are doing okay.

      • Cassie58

        I’m fine, my aunt has good and bad days. Have s great weekend. All the best.

        • Tom Dylan

          Thanks Cassie, and thanks again for your comments. Have a lovely weekend.



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