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Time Lapse
Even changing the linens is now a chore Due to ever increasing shadows And mobility issues galore Where once I moved with agility and grace Now body movements are slow and thoughtfully paced I will not name these age old … Continue reading
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Tagged ways of coping, decisions, pain, aging, chronic disease, life, eyes, soul, relationships
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Hold Back The Tears
Hold Back The Tears.
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Tagged aging, chronic disease, emotions, fear, feelings, life, memories, pain, ways of coping
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Hold Back The Tears
Memories flood my mind as I hold back the tears. I don’t want to cry because it hurts that much more, but don’t know how I can hold back the tears. I reach for the tissues hoping that will stop … Continue reading
Casanova
The old man trudges slow these days His labored steps abound Where once he scampered with sprightly step As he flittered all around Now he wishes he’d taken the time To find that Special One Too late he discovered That playing the … Continue reading
Just Me And You
I was lying in bed this morning pondering The Universe when I began to think about some of my favorite movies and their recurring theme. One of my absolute favorites is Just The Way You Are starring Kristy McNichol and … Continue reading
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Tagged acceptance, decisions, feelings, movies, pain, pursuing dreams, relationships, success, travel
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Popcorn Skirmish
Oh woe – A trip to the dentist awaits due to white cheddar popcorn. Those yummy kernels are supposed to bring smiles not take them away! Now a scary roadtrip awaits me – Oh woe!
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Tagged emotions, fear, feelings, overcoming fear, pain, travel
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Life’s Ruts
The lines carved on our faces Hid by makeup And for some a knife Still cannot hide What we carry Inside For we bear the brunt Of our lives – Both good and bad And nothing we do Will change … Continue reading
Moving On!
Ever since Sunday’s argument, I’ve been loading my car with boxes and driving to Ozark, AL to store my treasures at my son’s while I waited to hear if I would be approved for an apartment. It’s been tough not thinking … Continue reading
Posted in family, macular degeneration, writing
Tagged emotions, eye shots, feelings, pain, relationships, stress, Thanksgiving
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Shot Put
Cowering in the doctor’s chair waiting for the needle. Though I know I need it – still don’t want it! I brace for what is to come, but first the damn specula must be in place to keep my eye … Continue reading
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Tagged emotions, eye shots, eyes, fear, feelings, overcoming fear, pain, ways of coping
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Force Full
Force yourself to go outside although you don’t want to We know you’re not hiding away We realize you just don’t want to But you must or you will wilt away just like the flower on the vine.
Posted in family, friendship, poetry
Tagged aging, chronic disease, life, pain, relationships
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