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Another Sort of Pain

I try to keep my brain alert By writing poetry. I am still trying to think, But my mind is deserting me. My mind is in a muddle, As is my pitiful brain It is a constant struggle Am I going insane? Or have I already gone And I don't know it yet. Will my mind recover? Or is this as good as it gets? I am becoming invisible, Like a plain blank wall I blend in with the surrounding And cannot be seen at all. I have become a spectator. Not an innovator of life I must keep my mouth shut, Because my words may cause strife. Plain and simple words It is my language of choice. Individual thoughts That gives me a voice. To share opinions, And different points of view. Every day teaches each other, And learning too. I try to keep my brain alert, By writing poetry I am still trying to think But my mind is deserting me. Maybe I have a writing cramp, I am sure I do not know Whatever you like to call it I wish it would hurry up and Go!

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Deb M

Date: 4/1/2023 9:03:00 AM

Shirley you always write with such honesty and realness. Written simply with clarity and wisdom from a life lived. As we age our body and minds change at different times and stages….rest assured you are not alone my lovely friend. One thing you are not Shirley is invisible! Never invisible remember that!….love Debx

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 4/1/2023 7:30:00 PM

Thank you, Deb. I will send you a mail next week. Take care, Shirley XX

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 3/31/2023 1:19:00 AM

I'm all aches and pains. One day they will disappear.

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 3/31/2023 4:35:00 PM

They will, Victor. Meanwhile, I hope they ease, making them more bearable for you to cope with. I hope you have a pleasant weekend. Look after yourself, Shirley

Eve Roper

Date: 3/30/2023 9:41:00 PM

"I try to keep my brain alert By writing poetry. I am still trying to think, But my mind is deserting me." Oh, my goodness you sound just like me. Enjoyed reading and reminding me what I need to do.

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 3/31/2023 4:26:00 PM

Thank you, Eve, for your kind comment. I am sorry that you feel the same. Please read my comments to Gershon. And his sensible reply. Take care, Eve. Shirley

Gershon Wolf

Date: 3/30/2023 8:37:00 PM

I am feeling precisely the same fogginess, the coming and going of clarity. It's awfully discouraging. And yet, I'm trying to accept it as part of 'My Time.' And who knows? It may, indeed, go away. We'll see... Hang in there, my friend. Keep the brain moving. :) Gershon

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/31/2023 12:31:00 PM

You're ahead of me there, Shirley. I just try to keep my little world aligned properly. As for the 'big picture,' it's out of my range at this point. ~ Half the Pain (is a gain!)

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 3/30/2023 10:27:00 PM

It is heartwarming to hear that others share this weird feeling as trouble shared is a problem halved. The comments have been a big help to me. I think we all need some peace of mind concerning the sorry state the world is in at this time; it is impossible to understand. it is enough to make any logical person feel confused and dizzy. We have not lost the plot yet; we are being dictated to by those that have.Take care, Gershon