Make Me Remember

diane mccloskey on Feb 22, 2009

Tags: daughters, Decisions, heartbreak, moms, nursing homes

On the prospect of having to put one’s mom in a nursing home, and knowing she will never understand.

Make me remember how hard it was,
I’d be kept up nights,
I’d cry myself to sleep.

Make me remember how broken-hearted I’d get
When she’d wish me dead,
When she’d make me weep.

Make me know that this is for the best
That I’ll not desert her,
That she’ll not be alone…

Make me know that she’ll have others with her
And I can always visit
I can always phone…

Make her remember how I love her so
In her times of need
In her darkest hours

Make her remember that I’m her best friend
Keep us both looking up
…And both smelling the flowers.

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PR Mace on Feb 22, 2009
Such a sad and heartfelt poem. It is hard as our parents age. My prayer are with you, my friend.
Majic on Feb 22, 2009
That’s a tough situation. I wonder what I’ll do whn my mom gets into that stage in life.
Beautiful verse!
miraj on Feb 22, 2009
Hi,

this is really painful,the less said the better,the poem speaks for itself.

my deepest respect and gratitude,diane
LOVE IS ALL

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Catrina on Feb 22, 2009
you write beautifully. i’m so sorry that you’re enduring one of life’s most difficult challenges.
Sydney on Feb 22, 2009
I love this poem it is so heart felt and sad i will have to remember this when my mom gets in to that stage i love write another ♥ Sydney
Benny T.. on Feb 23, 2009
Excellent poem, my heart is with you; I can relate to your heart; my sister was very sick in 2007 and passed away in 2008. The sadness of my heart was deep and still has a sting to it. Keep your thoughts focused, one day at a time.. Through time, you will grow stronger, as you deal with this and every situation you face…. smile…
CutestPrincess on Feb 23, 2009
good poem, very touching,,, god bless to both of you..
Linda Robinson on Feb 23, 2009
Hi Diane

This poem makes you cry and is a very moving poem. I can see that you as well write from your heart and your life experiences. Your writing is incredible. I look forward to reading all your poetry and buying your book.

Thank you for the comments on mine.

Linda Robinson
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Ladyhawke on Mar 1, 2009
Well done. As I read your poem, I felt your pain and anguish. Very moving.
Radhika Bhargava on Mar 2, 2009
Very painful.It touched my heart.
rajeev bhargava on May 7, 2009
the poem is sad and painful yet beautifully scripted and written. brilliant writing skills. i enjoyed reading it.
happydoodlegirl on Mar 14, 2011
This goes through the eye and touches the heart. Always know, that I will be there as a friend. You can always inbox (:
this is excellent work, thanks for the share!
Kristie Claar on Sep 16, 2011
Beautiful piece!

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