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.

        • Cheeky Missy

          My, how seductively you lead the soul to watering, tendering that much needed cuppa and friendly inquiry in finishing like twas to be expected. Wonderful. I love how delightfully you've rendered this to perfection, then capped it off superbly. Thank you for sharing!

          • Tom Dylan

            Thanks so much for your comments. Really appreciated. And a good cup of tea and a chat can solve so many problems. 🙂

            • Cheeky Missy

              Amen! Spot on! If only more knew that.

            • Tony36

              Great write Tom

              • Tom Dylan

                Thanks a lot, Tony. Really appreciated.

                • Tony36

                  You're welcome

                • Dan Williams

                  You are, as my Dad would say, a Peach of a guy. Go heavy on the music.

                  • Tom Dylan

                    Thanks a lot, Dan. Really appreciate your comments. Cheers, Tom.

                  • Goldfinch60

                    The thoughts will always be there Tom and maybe one day they will become reality.

                    No sugar in my tea thank you.

                    Andy

                    • Tom Dylan

                      No worries, Andy, the kettle is on! 🙂

                    • Neville



                      This is now write up there among my very favouwritest TD poems .. Honestly wish I had got to each one of those verses before you but must give credit where credit is due and this one's a real belter Tom .. Neville

                      • Tom Dylan

                        Thanks so much, Neville. Really appreciate that. Means a lot. Cheers, Tom.

                      • sorenbarrett

                        My mind wanders and I read this poem two ways. The first is someone that can't carry your burden but is there for you in spirit and available when needed. The other is the person that after the fact says they would have helped if they could have known, been there, on and on but instead offer you only lip service and tea. I prefer the first interpretation.

                        • Tom Dylan

                          Yes, I suppose it does work both ways. It was written with the feeling of someone trying to help, but all they can do is be there for the person in need, for emotional support. But fascinating how it would be interpreted about those who offer little help and offer lip service only. Thanks for your comments, as always. Cheers, Tom.

                        • Thomas W Case

                          So true. Superb work, Tom.

                          • Tom Dylan

                            Thanks a lot, Thomas. Really appreciated. Cheers, Tom.

                          • Doggerel Dave

                            Seems I missed this one - apologies, Tom.
                            Unless it were possible to take those practical steps, then I, who usually find words reasonably easy, am no good utilising them in such situations. The words feel hollow.
                            So the cuppa and being there would be, as you point out, my best option, all I personally could do.
                            Thanks for that.

                            • Tom Dylan

                              Yeah, that's exactly it. How do I show I'm there for them, that they only need to ask? I make them a brew and ask how they are. For me, that says it all. Thanks for your comments as always, Dave.

                            • mvvenkataraman

                              Many kind ideas we have,
                              But, due to the presence of fate,
                              We are unable to execute it,
                              The poet has penned a marvel.
                              A great poem that is clear,
                              No tough or confusing words,
                              As English is terribly advancing !



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