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Fading Memories

By Valerie D. Staton It pains me my memories are fading My parent’s memories were sharp as tacks It is their recollections I am invading I wish I could have my memories back I preserve moments with paper and pen Photos crammed onto adhesive pages Diary depicts who, what, where and when These tools capture moments throughout the ages Even as I write I struggle to find Vocabulary learned many years ago It seems something is, attacking my mind Trying to steal, everything I know With prayer and petition I intend To recall my memories once again

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Komal Walimbe

Date: 2/10/2022 8:05:00 AM

That was a very thoughtful poem. Do take utmost care. Wish you good health and a prosperous year to you and your family. Hope you receive all u desire!

Valerie Staton
Date: 2/10/2022 8:27:00 PM

Thank you so very much!

Valerie Staton

Date: 2/6/2022 10:23:00 AM

Thanks for reading. I have not been diagnosed with Alzheimer's or dementia. I have lupus and that may be the culprit or just a part of getting older. My mother was diagnosed with dementia though... I appreciate you reading my work and hope you continue to drop by. Take care and Gd bless you!

Brian Sambourne

Date: 2/6/2022 6:32:00 AM

We on poetrysoup.com wish you wellness Valerie. Dementia hit one close, beloved aunt of mine. However, we hope that your memory loss side steps that severity + that you can carry on well, with your poetry + life. Thinking of you. Sending your positive wishes. Brian

Pandita Sietesantos

Date: 3/9/2020 12:24:00 AM

I have known a few people with Alzheimer's which is a progressive disease with dementia and memory loss. It's so sad to see once vibrant people become a shell of their former selves with no recall of even close loved ones! My friend, you have penned an awesome gem, reflecting the devastation caused by such a condition! Congratulations! Hugs and love. Pandita

Valerie Staton
Date: 3/9/2020 8:33:00 AM

Thank you!

Michelo Mweetwa

Date: 3/5/2020 11:10:00 AM

Memories are treasured possessions! Everything only makes sense with the memories attached to them! Great poem!

Valerie Staton
Date: 11/21/2020 5:42:00 AM

Thank you!

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 11/4/2019 10:58:00 PM

I am terrified when the memory does not cooperate. This poem reminds me that everyone is human.

Valerie Staton
Date: 11/21/2020 5:45:00 AM

Hello Caren! Thanks for reading. I appreciate your thoughts.

Hello There

Date: 10/18/2019 11:59:00 PM

An excellent poem and plea, my friend. I hope you find answers if this is your struggle. hugs ~

Valerie Staton
Date: 3/5/2020 3:40:00 PM

It is little things but weighed on my mind enough for me to create a poem regarding memory loss. I was told this comes with age. I thought it was the lupus.

Line Gauthier

Date: 5/26/2019 8:09:00 AM

Love your poem, Valerie.

Valerie Staton
Date: 3/5/2020 3:40:00 PM

Thank you!

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 5/26/2019 8:01:00 AM

A lovely write, Valerie!

Valerie Staton
Date: 11/21/2020 5:47:00 AM

Thank you!

Arturo Michael

Date: 5/26/2019 8:00:00 AM

The present is so now...past events pop up only as guides...without much contemplation...like a flicker of light...Nice write...All the best Valerie

Valerie Staton
Date: 11/21/2020 5:49:00 AM

Thank you for reading my work. Your thoughts are greatly appreciated.