Oh, faces so familiar, why do I forget?
Of the people in life, whom I have so often met!
The neurons have wreaked havoc in white matter and grey!
Oh, can’t I get back my cells? I silently pray!
Time and place become confusing now,
But remember, loss of memory is not loss of love!
Search I need to for my misplaced things,
As years move on with anger and mood swings!
With anxiety and depression, I need to battle,
To find words to communicate, I helplessly grapple!
With each passing day in the evening of my life,
For a healthy and peaceful mind, is all I strive for!
So, let me bow in gratitude before I breathe my last,
To all the lovely people, whom I have walked past!
But, before that let’s make every moment sweet,
With care and compassion for the souls we meet!
Courage and support, kindness, and empathy,
Is all what I need, not mockery not sympathy!
So, before my brain takes a pause,
With thanks, let me write this for a cause!
Ms. Harini Sriram (Occupational Therapist/Counselling Psychologist)
September 2021
