Epilepsy

The first time I had a seizure, I was in class, at the front to be precise I'd been called up to do a sum When in a fit I was down on the floor I can't remember much after, But I know I went home to a worried dad Mum was no more, that was sad But her grave still fresh, dad couldn't lose another I went back to school to a worried lot People who'd now keep away from me While some told me I'd chickened out That that was my only way out They mocked me, called me sleepy willy Left notes on my locker with faces on Told me that was me lying on the floor Saying cat got my tongue this round Next time I had a seizure was in the toilet This time I hit myself on the toilet seat They had to break me out, It was serious, I had meds to help me I had to change schools by now Teachers feared the worst for me And my dad was tired by now Of having to hear me nag and complain This days I pretty much lead a normal life Cause I've stuck to my meds And since we skipped towns I've got a new slate And I'm not gonna spoil it by telling them my condition The PO£T