Diabetes in Golden Years

In twilight’s golden years they stand, The elderly, a resilient band, But diabetes weaves its silent thread, Affecting lives where it threads. Sugar’s dance in blood a subtle strife, Stealing sweetness from their life, Their body weary, yet heart so strong, They fight each day, all life long. Their limbs once spry, now move with care, As neuropathy’s touch leaves its mark there, Yet hope persists, in their steady gaze, Defying the toll that conveys. They count each carb and prick their skin, Managing sugar, from within, Medications and insulin’s grace. In this battle , they find their place. Yet in their eyes, a resilience gleams, A strength born from life’s varied streams, For though diabetes may cast its shade, they face it with courage unafraid. So let us lend a helping hand, To those affected, to understand, The elderly fight, With love and support, make their burden light.