I Vaguely Remember
I vaguely remember when you weren't
sick.
I try to wrack my mind to recall who
you once were.
I've always loved you with my whole
heart.
But to be honest, I really don't know
you, I do, but I don't.
You have been sick for so long; it hurts
that I can't make you well.
I've prayed that your sickness would
leave and never return.
When I was younger, I didn't understand
your illness because it wasn't physical.
Medication manages and controls your
symptoms, but you’re not well, you’re
still sick.
I wish I had the chance to really know
the real you.
I believe the real you is somewhere
locked inside your mind.
But your debilitating sickness has you
bound.
Nevertheless, I love you for who you are
now and the person you once were.
02/25/2021
Resubmitted 04/25/2021
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Copyright © Alexis Y. | Year Posted 2021
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