Old but not Forgotten
how it is to be old28 total reviews
Comment from moyramouse
It is when we feel our children's impatience with us that age traces a shiver down our backs! Western society values youth so much more than age and this is reflected in all walks of life. My mum had Alzheimers for 7 years and vascular dementia for the last 2 years of her life. I am an only child so there was no one to share the pain of seeing someone you love become locked behind this shell. I kpet remembering how she cared for me when I was a child, it is just what goes around comes around. I think this is a poem that needs reading by everyone, to make them think that we all grow old and tolerance, patience and love are just as much needed, if not more. xmouse
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2011
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It is when we feel our children's impatience with us that age traces a shiver down our backs! Western society values youth so much more than age and this is reflected in all walks of life. My mum had Alzheimers for 7 years and vascular dementia for the last 2 years of her life. I am an only child so there was no one to share the pain of seeing someone you love become locked behind this shell. I kpet remembering how she cared for me when I was a child, it is just what goes around comes around. I think this is a poem that needs reading by everyone, to make them think that we all grow old and tolerance, patience and love are just as much needed, if not more. xmouse
Comment Written 24-Mar-2011
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2011
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Thank you Moyra for this fab review of my work. I can't believe the reponse to yesterday's positngs, xoxo Kiwi
Comment from stanishmichelle
You wrote such a beautiful poem, full of emotions and meaningful. We do go through changes as we get older, and unfortunately, our own relatives can become impatient with our slow movements and behaviour, forgeting that they too will also grow old. The poem is interesting to read and flows smoothly.
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2011
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You wrote such a beautiful poem, full of emotions and meaningful. We do go through changes as we get older, and unfortunately, our own relatives can become impatient with our slow movements and behaviour, forgeting that they too will also grow old. The poem is interesting to read and flows smoothly.
Comment Written 24-Mar-2011
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2011
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Thank you Michelle once again for reading and reviewing my work So greatly appreciated... thanks again xoxo Kiwi
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You're welcome. xx Michelle
Comment from bbowen6757
Boy can I identify with this, not for me (yet ;) ) but for my Mom. She's not as bad as many, but still I know that someday It could be me. Nicely done, flowed nicely
'I'll need hugs and plenty of love
remember to smile'
Doesn't this describe all of us, no matter our age? I know it doe me.
Enjoyed the read,
Bobby
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2011
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Boy can I identify with this, not for me (yet ;) ) but for my Mom. She's not as bad as many, but still I know that someday It could be me. Nicely done, flowed nicely
'I'll need hugs and plenty of love
remember to smile'
Doesn't this describe all of us, no matter our age? I know it doe me.
Enjoyed the read,
Bobby
Comment Written 24-Mar-2011
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2011
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yeah you are so right Bobby I definitely need lots of hugs...lol thanks for the review. xoxo Kiwi
Comment from despiser
Ok kiwi, we will, lol. I'd like to staple this on the door of every sicko that rapes old ladies (though maybe they prey on the frail cause they're too weak themselves. Still no excuse).
Diapers to diapers huh? Not a pleasant thought. At the risk of sounding fatalistic, is it perhaps better just to burn out while you can? Ala Charlie sheen? Maybe he's not so crazy after all.
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2011
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Ok kiwi, we will, lol. I'd like to staple this on the door of every sicko that rapes old ladies (though maybe they prey on the frail cause they're too weak themselves. Still no excuse).
Diapers to diapers huh? Not a pleasant thought. At the risk of sounding fatalistic, is it perhaps better just to burn out while you can? Ala Charlie sheen? Maybe he's not so crazy after all.
Comment Written 24-Mar-2011
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2011
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lol ... despiser you are quite the sumthin aren't you but, yes we have to think about what's going to happen cause eventually we all get here don't we. Thank you for dropping in and reviewing my work. xoxo Kiwi
Comment from acajudy
In this piece you have voiced the fears and hopes that all of us have as we grow older. It is fearful to me as I am fast approaching this period of life. I enjoyed the read. Thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2011
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In this piece you have voiced the fears and hopes that all of us have as we grow older. It is fearful to me as I am fast approaching this period of life. I enjoyed the read. Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 24-Mar-2011
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2011
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Scary yes but with a little planning maybe we will all be able to get through it...Thanks for the read and review. xoxo Kiwi
Comment from InterestingRon
This beautifully crafted poem will probably prick a few consciences - it certainly pricked mine.
My late Mom had a habit of repeating her favorite stories at great length. I was cruel enough once to tell her I had heard a particular story a hundred times before. She never told it to me again, and I'll regret that to my dying day.
I needed to read this wonderful poem back then.
Ron xox
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reply by the author on 24-Mar-2011
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This beautifully crafted poem will probably prick a few consciences - it certainly pricked mine.
My late Mom had a habit of repeating her favorite stories at great length. I was cruel enough once to tell her I had heard a particular story a hundred times before. She never told it to me again, and I'll regret that to my dying day.
I needed to read this wonderful poem back then.
Ron xox
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Comment Written 24-Mar-2011
reply by the author on 24-Mar-2011
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My mother does it all the time Ron, I just listen over and over and over again because I know she won't be with me forever...I hope this piece does make a few of us think because age will happen to all of us as inevitably as life and death...Thank you for stopping by again and the support your friendship always brings to my world. xoxo Kiwi
Comment from amandabell75
This is one of the most inspiring, touching poems I have ever read. I liked "I will still need to be treated with a measure of respect", because it shows how in touch with yourself you are. A lovely poem and I feel privileged to have read it.
reply by the author on 24-Mar-2011
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This is one of the most inspiring, touching poems I have ever read. I liked "I will still need to be treated with a measure of respect", because it shows how in touch with yourself you are. A lovely poem and I feel privileged to have read it.
Comment Written 24-Mar-2011
reply by the author on 24-Mar-2011
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I am honored that you saw this piece for what it is. Thank you for the undeniably incredible rating and review of my piece. I don't know what to say...You stopped me in my tracks...lol...thank you. xoox Kiwi
Comment from dinoscribe
If I had a six left YOU would have it. This is beautiful.
It says all of the things that we want to say, but none of us has the courage. It holds all of the fears we have as we get older, but none of us want to face up to either.
And, it gently reminds all of us that we should respect all that age before us. Because life is a cycle of swings and roundabouts, when we were young, cranky and infirm; they tended us with a kindness that left our dignity intact.
A lovely, well written and sensitive work, that you should be utterly proud of. :)
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reply by the author on 24-Mar-2011
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If I had a six left YOU would have it. This is beautiful.
It says all of the things that we want to say, but none of us has the courage. It holds all of the fears we have as we get older, but none of us want to face up to either.
And, it gently reminds all of us that we should respect all that age before us. Because life is a cycle of swings and roundabouts, when we were young, cranky and infirm; they tended us with a kindness that left our dignity intact.
A lovely, well written and sensitive work, that you should be utterly proud of. :)
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Comment Written 24-Mar-2011
reply by the author on 24-Mar-2011
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Thank you so much for the virtual 6 ... to me those are just as important as the real ones. I appreciate that you understood where I was going with this one. Thank you for that. xoxo Kiwi
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You are very welcome.