Alzheimer's

Alzheimer’s is the cruellest disease tiptoeing silently inside your head devouring your mind slowly bit by bit until there is nothing left of it The family are feeling so helpless watching their loved one fall into decline it is breaking their hearts to witness the change wishing they could turn back time To see their beloved turn in on themselves slowly enter another world wanting so much to hold on to them as slowly their brain comes unfurled No longer able to do simple tasks getting muddled and so confused but ask them about their childhood - their past they return with a smile as if waiting to be asked So please don’t despair they are inside somewhere just waiting to hear the right question a song a book a photograph can bring their smile back into action Look into their eyes as you speak each day be tactile with kisses and hugs do things that they loved and enjoyed in the past read them a book sing them a song to awaken their memories of days long gone they may give you a smile or maybe a look that says… thank you for reading my favourite book Talk gently and softly don't heighten your tone letting them know they’ll not face this alone Make memories to cherish before they depart a life shared together is with you forever in your mind - in your spirit - in your heart Written for my dear sister-in-law - 2018 Contest Your Choice 9 Sponsor Brian Strand Copyright © Ann Gilmour | Year Posted 2018