Punnia Viswan Bhatia Poet Free verse

Mirror of Memories

I hold a name
Oh no! I forgot it
Let me ask….. oh no! I forgot his name too

Yes, I remember my eyes, nose and lips
I know my face, I have seen this
But my name!

Oh Yeah, Katy I am
Ha ha ha funny to forget my name
But how on earth, all of a sudden, I wonder!

Jake must know why
Oh yeah, he is Jake, my hubby
Who sings romantic lullaby

Why I forget things too often
He says I am careless and to focus
But I already forgot how!

I wonder! what if I forget everything
You, me and everything
I see a different i in the mirror

Doctor said its Alzhiemer’s
Oh yes, that’s the word ‘Alzheimer’s’
Let me write it down before I forget

Oh no, I forgot the alphabets
I see dancing alphabets, C, M, U, K
Let me sit in the kindergarten again

I see dreams fading
I see memories fading
Fading to void behind a veil

I wish I could unveil
I wish I could rephrase
I wish I could born again

But,
Who are you?
With a pair of beautiful eyes, a nose and lovely lips
Are you next door?
What is your name and
Why do you reflect whatever I say?

-puvi-
(20/11/2015)

contest : Mirror of Memories 'Alzheimer's'
sponsor : Tammy Reams
4th place winner

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Liam Mcdaid December 28, 2015 at 7:07 PM now that was one hell of a piece of writing wishing you smiles excellent pen Punnia Viswan Bhatia December 28, 2015 at 8:34 PM wowww... I am so impressed with your so many comments on my different poems :)) never expected and that adds beauty to the happiness I am going through now :)) thank you so much...Glad that you liked this..All credits go to the inspiration from Tammy Reams :)) Wishing you smiles, love and peace

Funom Makama December 22, 2015 at 7:59 AM your discrete lines filled with sweet smelling ingredients so palatable to the mind are just beyond gratitude and appreciation. This page is a wonder and your poetry speaks volume of creativity beyond physical perspective. keep it up friend and this is definitely a 7. Punnia Viswan Bhatia December 22, 2015 at 8:06 AM wow what a beautiful and wonderful comment...feeling highly inspired. thank you so much Funom :)) take care lots and tons. wishing you a very happy and peace-filled christmas :))

Laura Breidenthal December 21, 2015 at 7:14 PM Silly one! I like your lighthearted work! Always, Laura Punnia Viswan Bhatia December 21, 2015 at 8:43 PM thank you Laura :) take care :))

James Fraser December 8, 2015 at 12:11 PM Another sad disease that ravages souls and leaves them in a bewilderment world oblivious to what's happening around them. Nice writing ~~ James ~~ Punnia Viswan Bhatia December 8, 2015 at 8:25 PM thank you James for the comment and your time :) Take care

Alexis Y. December 1, 2015 at 9:08 AM PUVI, you did an good job. You captured the feeling of someone struggling to hold on to their memories really well. Congrats on your win it was well deserved:-) Alexis Punnia Viswan Bhatia December 1, 2015 at 9:25 AM thank you Alexis.. I am all happy and encouraged with your lovely comment.. Take care. God bless :) :*

Skat A November 28, 2015 at 2:47 PM PUVI, Congratulations on your well-deserved win in Tammy's contest. <3 ForEver SKAT Punnia Viswan Bhatia November 28, 2015 at 8:33 PM Thank you SKAT for the lovely congratulations..god bless..

Pandita Sietesantos November 27, 2015 at 9:24 AM My friend, please accept my congratulations on your win in this contest! Excellent piece on the theme! Pandita Punnia Viswan Bhatia November 27, 2015 at 9:32 AM Accepted...thank you friend :)

Tammy Reams November 26, 2015 at 11:14 PM Congrats on your win Remnants and thank you for entering into my contest! It shows the emotions of the loved ones who at times can have a hard time also with this illness. Punnia Viswan Bhatia November 27, 2015 at 3:58 AM Thank you tammy for the inspiration and the insight..god bless you :)

Nayda Ivette Negron Flores November 21, 2015 at 5:59 PM Excellent poem. Good luck in the contest. Punnia Viswan Bhatia November 21, 2015 at 8:36 PM thank you Nayda :) Love and peace

Jack Horne November 21, 2015 at 3:30 PM very powerful write indeed Punnia Viswan Bhatia November 21, 2015 at 8:35 PM thank you Jack :) Love and peace

Emile Pinet November 21, 2015 at 11:38 AM You tell a story with such freshness and reality that it soon attaches itself to our reality and we take partial ownership of the emotions poured forth. A broken path of memories as one is led upon a trail of moments lost to Alzheimer's. Emile. Punnia Viswan Bhatia November 21, 2015 at 8:35 PM thnak you Emile for this wonderful comment :) God bless

Arthur Vaso November 20, 2015 at 9:15 PM Was teasing because of the topic, someone as beautiful as you, I wouldn't really forget your name!! Punnia Viswan Bhatia November 20, 2015 at 9:58 PM Awww.. How generous of you...i am happieeeee :)) Arthur Vaso November 20, 2015 at 9:21 PM Oh Punnia even with a terrible memory, one can not forgot a beautiful and exotic name as that!!! hugs! Punnia Viswan Bhatia November 20, 2015 at 9:17 PM hahahahah...okei then tell me, what's my name!! :p

Arthur Vaso November 20, 2015 at 8:46 PM I really like how you tackled this topic Janet , very good! :) Punnia Viswan Bhatia November 20, 2015 at 9:17 PM Donna, Debbie..anything..call me by any name :) can be ARTHUR too ;) Arthur Vaso November 20, 2015 at 9:14 PM ah, Donna? Arthur Vaso November 20, 2015 at 9:11 PM oh Sorry Debbie Punnia Viswan Bhatia November 20, 2015 at 8:54 PM Janet?? But thank you for your time arthur..love and peace :)

Connie Marcum Wong November 20, 2015 at 4:07 PM I can only imagine the confusion and helplessness patients feel. I know how upset I become when I can't remember a common name. It bothers me until I remember it. It must be so difficult and scary knowing that the disease will only grow worse and more will be forgotten even loved ones and the ability to do things for oneself. Your poem touches on the beginning fears with brave acceptance. Bravo! #7 My best friend has forgotten who I am. Punnia Viswan Bhatia November 20, 2015 at 8:53 PM Connie..thank you for this wonderful share and a 7.. I am sorry that your best friend forgot you..offering prayers for him/her..love and hugs.. :)) :*