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There's a Stranger In Your Place

There's a stranger in your place I see you, across the room and, I know it must be you... you have that special quality, possessed by very few. We've been together for all these years, I've always listened... tried to calm your fears... but lately... I've noticed...with you, something's changed I never expected this, but, now I see... that there's a stranger in your place. I feel like you're an actress... playing in a movie scene. I can see that... it's, your lips that are moving... it's, just the words...I can't believe. bridge I can see... you're having trouble with your mind. so I try to...help you... all I can, but, I can see that... you're changing day by day... suddenly, you treat me like a stranger. Chorus I recognize your body, and I recognize your face, you're changing day by day... now, I see that there's a stranger...in your place! Bridge I can see... you're having trouble with your mind. so I try to...help you... all I can, but, I can see that... you're changing day by day... suddenly, you treat me like a stranger. Chorus I recognize your body, and I recognize your face, you're changing day by day... now, I see that there's a stranger...in your place! you're changing day by day... now, I see that there's a stranger...in your place! repeat and fade to zero John Derek Hamilton September 06,2017

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Lynn Marie

Date: 9/16/2017 3:52:00 PM

This is so sad and painfully honest. Your strength and will to see the woman you love trapped in this unforgiving vortex is heartbreaking and beautiful John. I am so glad you write and hope it gives you some solace so you may stay strong to endure, overcome and triumph over it all. A wonderful song penned by a wonderful heart. blessings xo

John Hamilton
Date: 9/16/2017 4:00:00 PM

You are very kind and generous with your thoughts and comments, you will never know how much your words have comforted me today, thanks so much Lynn for your compassion!

Joanna Daniel

Date: 9/15/2017 6:51:00 AM

I'm really saddened to hear of this, John, but our God is with us in all circumstances and hopefully everything will turn out fine:) great and meaningful lyrics :)

John Hamilton
Date: 9/15/2017 11:51:00 AM

Thanks Jo, it has been distressing for me, I don't think she is suffering as she is totally disconnected from reality, it's everyone else who knows and loves her that is suffering. You're right God is my strength and my stronghold, if not for constant prayer I would not be standing. Thanks again for your kind thoughts.

Nette Onclaud

Date: 9/9/2017 4:19:00 PM

i find this somber yet beautiful lyric to my liking, john.. well done!..huggs

John Hamilton
Date: 9/9/2017 8:46:00 PM

Thanks Nette, I appreciate your kind comments, they mean a lot to me!

Alberta Loepppky

Date: 9/8/2017 10:18:00 PM

Yes this is so difficult to see our loved one in this condition. So true, especially knowing our darling from before. Keep writing your poems it is a relief from frustrations. We are hanging in there with you my dearest son. Love you

John Hamilton
Date: 9/8/2017 11:42:00 PM

It is so hard, thank you Mom!Love you too!

Silent One

Date: 9/8/2017 5:00:00 AM

John, I am working with people who suffer from mental illness, and it is a challenging but rewarding job to do...This is really sad, I know a few people who suffer from alzheimers and it is such a painful thing for family and friend members.. you wrote a heart wrenching poem...

John Hamilton
Date: 9/8/2017 8:58:00 AM

Thanks SO, it was, and is difficult. Thanks for your kind words of support and encouragement.

Laura Breidenthal

Date: 9/7/2017 10:26:00 PM

I was saddened to hear about the situation, John, so reading this really does break my heart. "it's, your lips that are moving... it's, just the words...I can't believe."...such beautiful lines, from a sorrowful heart. I know the days ahead will not be easy. You're in my thoughts, keep writing...wishing you a peaceful weekend ahead. Always, Laura

John Hamilton
Date: 9/8/2017 1:15:00 AM

Thanks Laura, it's a truthful depiction of what happened, it was like the invasion of the body snatchers, she looks the same but everything else is different. Such a sad situation, thanks for your compassion!

Eve Roper

Date: 9/7/2017 6:57:00 PM

So sad, John, dementia, alzheimer's is a horrible disease, but the person developing it doesn't even realize that it is creeping up... :( Nicely done, great imagery ,John, Hugs Eve ~`*

John Hamilton
Date: 9/7/2017 8:38:00 PM

Thanks Eve, yes I think it's more the loved ones family and friends that suffer, at least she's not suffering. Thanks for your nice comment!

Winged Warrior

Date: 9/7/2017 10:52:00 AM

A sadness in your beautifully written lyric my friend...hang in there John...all is for a greater purpose...god bless and may the Angels give you comfort...^WW^

John Hamilton
Date: 9/24/2017 8:02:00 PM

Sorry I missed this one WW, thanks for your caring concern!

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 9/7/2017 3:17:00 AM

- Beautifully written ... but a sad feeling of change, John - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

John Hamilton
Date: 9/7/2017 9:53:00 AM

Thanks Anne-Lise it is sad when changes happen that are out of your control, thanks for your kinds words.

Alexis Y.

Date: 9/6/2017 11:55:00 PM

Hi John, I could sense the frustration and love in these heartfelt lyrics . I have family members who deal with mental illness and it's tough. You conveyed that point very well in these well written lyrics . Be hopeful for a better tomorrow- Alexis

John Hamilton
Date: 9/7/2017 9:52:00 AM

Thanks Alexis, it is difficult when the one you love disappears right in front of you, and you're left with a stranger, how does one cope with that? I do have hope she is getting treatment and hopefully will respond, thanks for your kind words.