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Once I could recall every birthday To places I had been I knew the way From memory I could sing gospel songs I knew each verse, not a word would be wrong I taught children to say the alphabet A basic in life they must not forget I helped them learn to add and to subtract To multiply, divide, and be exact I could organize a holiday meal Entertain family and friends with zeal Clean house, set the table, and decorate Cook all the fixins and never be late But then I would forget and be confused From activities I myself excused Alzheimer’s stole my dignity and glory My life began a different story My soul filled with pain, denial, and tears As the disease tarnished my golden years My heart beat but I could not remember Nothing was left but a dying ember You visited me but I never knew My moments of understanding were few The world became small, I rarely cracked a smile Lonely, I lingered, through this earthly trial Then God’s angel came in death and in love We made the trip to the promised place above I met Jesus, I worshipped and adored He gave me a house I could not afford I’ve met the neighbors, I know them by name Seen old friends, now some new ones I can claim I’ve not been here long but it feels like home I know where I am, not afraid to roam So don’t cry for me, but laugh and rejoice I am singing hymns with new mind and voice Of the heavenly choir I’m a member And every song I can remember
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