Help Me Live On

I used to be different So much stronger So much more independent My thoughts were sharp as a tack I'm full of lots of stories and wisdom Life for me has been long Many years behind me Somewhere in time My mind has forgotten me Every now and than If you look into my eyes You'll see glimpses Of all of my yesterday's Please be patient Don't toss me aside I don't mean to be a burden Or a torn in your side I need you to remember Not just for you, but for me All of our good times Our cherished memories I need you now today To take care of me The way I cared for you When in my arms as a baby you layed Please don't forget me As I have forgotten myself Love me and cherish me Help me live on Somewhere inside I am still here I need lots of compassion And a loving hand to hold