Alzheimer's

Like snow silently falling 
overnight
As if someone came
And shut a precious light
A light that shone
For so many years
That recalled happiness
And tears

A light that held
The memory of you and me
And all that I love

I can't get out!
I have to stay here
Frustrated, angry
And full of fear

Please look at me
I'm really still here
I'm afraid you'll forget me
And not hold me dear

I wander, repeat
And sometimes stammer
I seemed to have lost
My original manner

Where is the light?
Where have I gone
While I'm still here?
Inside I have this dreadful fear

Be kind
It's only me dear

By Cynthia Hernly