Senility
An unexpected journey48 total reviews
Comment from Anne Johnston
"Waiting. Lost again. Afraid.
Sad. Mostly. Nothingness.
Why? No! Muted dismay.
Blessedly, peacefulness."
Alzheimers must be the worst thing a person can face, in their life, or in one they love. I pray someone will find a remedy.
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2023
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"Waiting. Lost again. Afraid.
Sad. Mostly. Nothingness.
Why? No! Muted dismay.
Blessedly, peacefulness."
Alzheimers must be the worst thing a person can face, in their life, or in one they love. I pray someone will find a remedy.
Comment Written 13-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2023
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Me too. There is promising research being conducted on a trial group of patients currently. It?s very expensive but it provides a window of hope for which I?m grateful. You?re correct. It?s the most heartbreaking disease I?ve ever witnessed in a loved one. Thank you so much for your review.
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You are welcome
Comment from Kaiku
I am wondering if your last line is one of death bringing a final peace. Other than the last line of the last stanza, you bring the hammer against an affliction.
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2023
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I am wondering if your last line is one of death bringing a final peace. Other than the last line of the last stanza, you bring the hammer against an affliction.
Comment Written 13-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2023
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Peace, for me, was both forgetting everything after all of the fearful struggle, as well as eternal rest in death. Thank you so much for the review!
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Comment from Sally Law
I'm so sorry, Belinda. You have my prayers. My husband and I cared for his mother in our house until she passed away from Alzheimer's complications. We just couldn't put her in a home. She had really good care and we had many good days.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sal XOs
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2023
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I'm so sorry, Belinda. You have my prayers. My husband and I cared for his mother in our house until she passed away from Alzheimer's complications. We just couldn't put her in a home. She had really good care and we had many good days.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sal XOs
Comment Written 13-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2023
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Thank you so much. My dad wasn?t physically able to care for my step-mom when she went to the nursing home. It affected his health so much he recently passed away and she lives there still completely unaware most of the time. I?m so glad you were able to keep her with you till the end. It?s one of the most painful things I?ve experienced. Thank you for sharing that with me and thank you for the review.
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Most welcome. Prayers for you today. I know how difficult it is and the constant adjustments. Sal XOs
Comment from amahra
That darn Alzheimers. My ex died of that disease. The worst thing is getting to the point where you don't recognize the people you love. Thank you for sharing this poem with us.
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2023
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That darn Alzheimers. My ex died of that disease. The worst thing is getting to the point where you don't recognize the people you love. Thank you for sharing this poem with us.
Comment Written 13-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2023
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Yes. I?m sorry for your loss. One of the most heartbreaking things to witness for sure. Thank you for the review.
Comment from Ginda Simpson
Having been part of my father's journey with Alzheimer's I can relate to the grief that daily loss and decline bring, and yet there was a beauty to the journey that allowed a peacefulness in the acceptance of the many changes. We are left with connecting at soul-level, and that can bring its own joy.
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2023
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Having been part of my father's journey with Alzheimer's I can relate to the grief that daily loss and decline bring, and yet there was a beauty to the journey that allowed a peacefulness in the acceptance of the many changes. We are left with connecting at soul-level, and that can bring its own joy.
Comment Written 13-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2023
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Yes. Yes. Thank you. It is profoundly beautiful and scary and soul-shakingly sad. Thank you so much for the review.
Comment from Jim Wile
What a sad depiction of this dreadful condition. You've beautifully captured the ups and downs of this disease with very descriptive well-chosen words. I'm just not sure of what was meant by "profound beauty." It seems out of place with the rest.
reply by the author on 13-Jan-2023
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What a sad depiction of this dreadful condition. You've beautifully captured the ups and downs of this disease with very descriptive well-chosen words. I'm just not sure of what was meant by "profound beauty." It seems out of place with the rest.
Comment Written 13-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 13-Jan-2023
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Not to me. Watching someone become childlike is scary but it is also profoundly beautiful. Thank you so much for your review.
Comment from Terry Broxson
I am sorry, I don't have six left. I think you deserve it. The thing that impresses me about the poem is the style. For me, this is poetry at its best. You use an economy of words creating imagery that provides a message that resonates with your readers. Exceptional work. Terry.
reply by the author on 13-Jan-2023
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I am sorry, I don't have six left. I think you deserve it. The thing that impresses me about the poem is the style. For me, this is poetry at its best. You use an economy of words creating imagery that provides a message that resonates with your readers. Exceptional work. Terry.
Comment Written 13-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 13-Jan-2023
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Wow. Thank you so much. I haven?t had anyone say that to me about my poetry since I started writing at 14. Words cannot adequately express my heart-felt thanks for your words and what they have meant for my heart. Thank you so much!
Comment from Sarah Das Gupta
Having recently been in a nursing home after an accident, where I was the only patient without dementia, I find this poem very moving! You capture that feeling of anxiety and fear very accurately!
reply by the author on 13-Jan-2023
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Having recently been in a nursing home after an accident, where I was the only patient without dementia, I find this poem very moving! You capture that feeling of anxiety and fear very accurately!
Comment Written 13-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 13-Jan-2023
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Thank you so much. I think the best writing shares vulnerable experiences. Unfortunately I?ve had up close and personal experience with people I have loved dearly. Thank you so much for the reference to your own experience and for taking the time to write the review.
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It brought back memories!
Comment from Mario PIERRE
The poem is like an attempt to emulate the uneasy and dreaded feeling of that ravaging disease. It's well executed, with short, powerful lines.
Good job!
reply by the author on 13-Jan-2023
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The poem is like an attempt to emulate the uneasy and dreaded feeling of that ravaging disease. It's well executed, with short, powerful lines.
Good job!
Comment Written 13-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 13-Jan-2023
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Thank you so much!!
Comment from harmony13
Alzheimer's is certainly an unexpected disease. The author's words
are descriptive and creative. I found this author describing with many
details of the subject of this poem. Thank you for the author's notes. I
found the poem extremely thought provoking and am still pondering the
the last line. The artwork is deep and goes well with these words.
reply by the author on 13-Jan-2023
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Alzheimer's is certainly an unexpected disease. The author's words
are descriptive and creative. I found this author describing with many
details of the subject of this poem. Thank you for the author's notes. I
found the poem extremely thought provoking and am still pondering the
the last line. The artwork is deep and goes well with these words.
Comment Written 12-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 13-Jan-2023
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Thank you so much. I agree with you about the artwork. For me, this poem is about both perspectives in Alzheimer?s. Mine. And what I?ve perceived in the expressions and experiences of my loved ones. Thank you so much for the words of encouragement. I am so glad you found it thiught-provoking. Thanks again.