Vince Suzadail Jr. Poet Narrative

Let Her Dream

She'd smile sometimes in that rocking chair
I'd wonder what was going through her mind
Sometimes joking with her about going cruising
Radio blasting, and she'd laugh
Get a six pack, Peggy, and we'll put the top down
I'd watch her eyes light up and she'd be back there
Doctors say it won't be long
But for a while, Peggy was a girl again
So let her dream
Let her dream of days long past, memory fading
Childhood fantasies, little girl laughter
Let her dream
Hey! How's my girl, ready to go
Big smile and a “Yeah” then fade off
So let her dream.
Stopped in one day and they told me Peggy's gone
Life's too short no matter what the years
Said a prayer, shed a tear and asked Our Lord
Please let her dream.

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Carol Sunshine Brown June 7, 2012 at 8:15 AM When I click on one of your poems I know it will be truly amazing Vince. Thank you for sharing your words with us. I hope all is well with you and yours. I will stop back again soon. Love, Carol

Michelle Mac Donald April 3, 2011 at 8:15 AM A heartfelt write, Vince. Memories can be our best friends, while dreams can bring one further. Love this piece...thanks so much for sharing! Best to you and yours, Mikki

Michael Jordan April 3, 2011 at 6:11 AM Vince, I lost two people recently. I've lost a lot of people in my life but this time I was sober and I didn't run from the pain I faced it. Feeling has been a hard; yet, wonderful adjustment in my life. I just wrote the eulogy and service for a lady who was like a mother/ best friend in my life. I loved her Vince. The very nest day my uncle had a massive heart attack. I found comfort in this poem. Thank you, mj

Audrey Haick April 1, 2011 at 3:40 PM Dear Vince, after a long, often hard life, it's a blessing sometimes to be able to dream of the good times. I wrote a poem, "I'm Still Me", and dedicated it to one of our patients who 'though in in 50s is suffering from early dementia. I'm always sad when care can't be given at home where the whole family is. You and the family are still in my prayers, Vince. Have a good weekend and God bless. Peace and love, Annalise

James Foulk March 31, 2011 at 10:01 AM good morning vince, nice to read one of your poems again, its been awhile. this one was a great one to read as all of your poems are. hope everything is going ok for you.

Carolyn Devonshire March 29, 2011 at 3:22 PM Maybe there's a good reason older folks sometimes lose touch with reality, Vince. Their dreams allow them to experience the joy of youth again. Lord, let us all have dreams like Peggy did! There was some sadness in this touching poem, but also a sense of hope and joy. Love, Carolyn

Debbie Guzzi March 29, 2011 at 9:31 AM yes, wecan dream so many memories! Excellent write, shows your deep kindness. Light & Love

Nette Onclaud March 29, 2011 at 9:31 AM yeowww, vince! your poignant verse tore me apart... why do you make me sob?? beautiful! "let her dream cause she's a child" ( reminds me of the song " wildflower") and let her dream if her memory fails..:) huggs, nette

Harry Horsman March 28, 2011 at 8:00 PM This is so profound, with beautiful sentiment. really enjoyed this emotional poem. Harry

Sara Kendrick March 28, 2011 at 10:18 AM Feeling the emotion that you convey in this work.I am glad to see a new one by you...Sara

Carol Sunshine Brown March 28, 2011 at 8:56 AM Enjoyed reading your ever outstanding poetry this morning Vince. May you have a beautiful week of good health, love and baskets overflowing with inspiration. Love, Carol

Dana Smith March 28, 2011 at 7:58 AM Ohh I love this.. This one really touched me.. I had mostly stopped by just to thank you for all those nice comments you'd left me (which really ment a lot to me) but now I'm really glad I chose this poem to read, it's really quite touching