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Down At The Creek

Down at the creek
     The sun rises magenta
           Against cobalt
              With a strange sandy-grey glow above


Here out on the porch
        The symphony of doves
            Contrast against mockingbirds
                  And several other songbirds of morn


So happy
     Are the tunes of early morn
           The crows come to life
               Somewhere off in the distance


The uncaged bird sings
      Because he defends his territory
         Because he lets others know he's there
           Because he has a mate and family or he is looking for one


Today we celebrate
     Father's Day to let them know we
         Appreciate
            Love and 
               Admire them 


We've celebrated
     Twice already
        I treated my husband
           To his favorite meal
              Our daughter treated him on another day


And now
    We will meet with the whole family
          For a homecooked meal
              And enjoy a visit
                  We'll come home exhausted


Plop in our recliners
     There we will stay for a while
         My husband will sleep like a log for 1 to 3 hours
             I might drop off for a few minutes or maybe up to an hour

Strange 
    How a nap no longer energizes 
         Just keeps us from getting beyond going   
              The head of the clan has been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease  
                   Which can lead to death

Of course, 
     Today there are better treatments
         Life can continue longer
             And be lived better
                  Which we hope for is the best

Copyright © Sara Kendrick | Year Posted 2024

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Jack Horne Date: 6/22/2024 6:31:00 AM sad and thoughtful write here, my friend, but yes, taking pleasure from life's little blessings can keep us going, for sure Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 6/22/2024 4:13:00 PM If it weren't for the small things, I would not have much to look forward to. Thanks for the kind words. Sara K

Suzanne Delaney Date: 6/21/2024 2:16:00 PM HI Sara: Sorry you hubby has been diagnosed with Parkinson's. This aging business is for the birds.....and in your case you take some solace with their presence in Nature. Keeping your immune systems strong is the best defense with illness, Hugs, SuZ Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 6/21/2024 2:55:00 PM Yes, I think trying to eat right, sleep enough and enjoy life helps to keep us healthy but sometimes we miss some of those things in our lives. Thanks for the visit and nice review of my work. Sara K

Valsa George Date: 6/20/2024 8:44:00 PM This is a beautiful poem celebrating the Fathers day. Glad to know that you made it a grand affair with the entire family. Sorry to hear that your husband is suspected of Parkinson's disease. My father had it, but he lived long. Stay positive, dear Sara. Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 6/21/2024 7:15:00 AM Valsa, I have known a few people who had it and lived quite a long time, so it is not a death sentence. Thanks for dropping by. Sara K

Duke Beaufort Date: 6/20/2024 6:13:00 PM Sara, sorry to hear about the Parkinson's disease. My dad eventually succumbed to it. Sounds like you and your family are enjoying each day including all the bird chatter. I'm wishing you the best of fortune! Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 6/21/2024 7:14:00 AM Thank you, Duke. He seems to be doing good as far as I can tell. I think the medicine is helping him. Sara K

Yolanda Nicholsen Date: 6/19/2024 12:37:00 AM This is an awesome Father’s Day piece enjoyed reading your work here many blessings prayers for comfort and healing Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 6/19/2024 3:36:00 AM Why, thank you, Yolanda. I appreciate your visit. Sara K

Nancy Kaufman Date: 6/18/2024 2:10:00 AM Dear Sara, This is a wonderful Father's Day poem and I am deeply sorry to hear of your husband being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. My dad had it in later years. I hope it's not the aggressive type and that his doctor's and you as his loving advocate can slow it down.. Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 6/18/2024 6:37:00 AM Thanks for the information, Nancy. If it is Parkinson's disease, I don't think it is the fast kind because he has had the shaking of his hands for some time now. I thought it was something that he inherited from his mother and what she had might have been a form of Parkinson's Disease, but the doctor said Alzheimer's Disease. Anyway, it will all work out. Sara K

Paula Goldsmith Date: 6/17/2024 1:29:00 PM What a lovely Father's Day write with a great picture. So sorry about your husband. I know it is hard. Being thankful/positive every day is very important. You are in my prayers... Have a blessed day writing away........................... Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 6/17/2024 1:44:00 PM Paula, I did not get any writing done today, but I got some food cooked from items from the garden. We were well fed anyway. thanks for the visit. Sara K

Ink Empress Date: 6/17/2024 7:28:00 AM How beautiful and descriptive is this fathers day poem , which makes me think, that despite the news of being diagnosed for your husband, you choose to stay positive and see light! This Is just beautiful! And i send you light today and always! Pleasure reading your work always Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 6/17/2024 8:55:00 AM Thank you, IE. I appreciate the kind review. My mother always said be positive in every way in life that you can so that when really big hurdles come you can be prepared to handle them with less stress. Sara K

Zyrool Gifford Date: 6/17/2024 4:54:00 AM A touchingly beautiful poem, Sara. Sending prayers your way, for you and your loved one whose Ill. Have a great new week ahead, Zyrool. Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 6/17/2024 8:53:00 AM Thank you, Zyrool. I hope this week brings joy your way as well. Sara K