The Alzheimer's Patient

Mugsdaddy

Strong and unyielding I stand against the wind but time has had its way with me I no longer resist the bend 

My will as strong as steel a thousand Nations strong now my mind is quickly fading never knowing if I'm wrong 

My words could move mountains men would follow to certain death broken words and unfinished sentences the Legacy I have left

Immortal with Godlike strength I once felt that this was true my body no longer listens I can not rise without help from you 

So remember who I was as you kindly take my hand and with dignity I will walk as death takes me from this land 

  • Author: Mugsdaddy (Offline Offline)
  • Published: September 5th, 2017 00:32
  • Comment from author about the poem: My Grandmother suffers from Alzheimer's and is quickly becoming worse. I try to remember her as she was but it is tough as she becomes a prisoner of her failing mind and body. This is just a small reminder that one day it could be me.
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  • Goldfinch60

    Very true write. My wife suffers from dementia and the changes are happening almost daily.

    • Mugsdaddy

      It is a terrible thing to watch the ones we love fall far from the strong people whom we have always loved to broken shadows of their former selves. Stay strong my prayers go with you

    • Frank Prem

      It's a tough trip. I wish you strength.

      • Mugsdaddy

        Thank you for your kindness

      • Michael Edwards

        And I lost my father to it - horrible disease written about here with dignity - so well written M

      • lasergraph

        I had an uncle who suffered. He passed but it was so sad to see what happened to him over time. A once vibrant man reduced to a scared child dependent on others to survive. You described it well.

      • sue.evans

        A lovely tribute to an Alzheimer's Patient. It is such a sad debilitating disease. Thank you for the focus 😊

      • Mugsdaddy

        Wow! I had no idea so many people have been touched by this horrible affliction. I thank you all and send my prayers to you and your loved ones.
        Mugsdaddy

      • Viv Wade

        My grandmother also suffered from Alzheimer's. It is such a cruel and debilitating disease, both for the sufferer, and for those who love them. This poem is beautifully written, and gives a voice to those who are no longer able to speak for themselves. Good work, Mugsdaddy.



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