Lost inside a lifeless body – so tired and so weak
Although there is so much to do or say
I am unable to move and barely able to speak
I see you look at me with such pity and despair
Do you not realize I too feel it is not fair
Please know I am the same person inside
I did not ask for this to happen on this ride
There is so much I wish I could tell you and say
Emotions to express to you that have not gone away
This illness and stroke has robbed me of a sound mind
Ravaged my body – making me wither away every time
However my soul is still alive – scared and so very lonely inside
I pray that you know how much I love you and appreciate what you have done for me
I value and enjoy your company
Although it seems that I do not know and cannot show it
I feel you here and know that it tears at your heart
If you hold on to the good memories – we will never be apart
If God should call me home soon when my time does come
I know you will be sad but you’ll understand
For my body is tired and this fight is so hard to endure
Know that you have done all you could my dear
Remember me as what I used to be – I ask of you
Don’t let the good memories be drowned out by this time of suffering
I will always be the woman you remember me to be
Your love and support will set me free
Dedicated to Stella Myles
Melonie's Poetic Life 