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this and that and thus and such

this and that and thus and such
hearing, seeing, smell, taste, touch
which will old age steal? not much
  just this and that and thus and such

will I know beloved ones...
lifelong sweetheart? daughter? sons?
thanking those with whom I've dined
  not sure why they've been so kind

in this home but not sure why
who will hold me when I die?
i'm imprisoned by my fear
  who will let me out of here?

i have seen it far too much
once sharp minds now losing touch
no more plumb line left to clutch
  just this and that and thus and such

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Beryl Edmonds Date: 7/20/2025 3:54:00 PM John, I’m losing my memory, but it’s strange that I can still write poetry of this and that. Enjoyed the read, Beryl
Rowena Velasco Date: 7/18/2025 4:37:00 AM A tender, heartbreaking reflection on aging and memory loss. The repetition of "this and that and thus and such" beautifully captures the drift into confusion, while the questions pierce with quiet vulnerability. Poignant and powerful.
Gregory Richard Barden Date: 5/3/2025 5:17:00 AM Love this my friend! I have been gone for years tho I still post my poems here, but saw this and was reminded of our friendship. I pray you are well - so much has happened - I’m working on book two now for launch in August (3 book contract with Wheelsong Books in UK), and much more! How are you? - Greg Barden
Andrea Dietrich Date: 4/27/2025 8:29:00 PM Are you ever coming back?
Lin Lane Date: 3/4/2025 5:58:00 PM Hi John. I see you’re online and hope you are well and happy. ;-)
Andrea Dietrich Date: 2/26/2025 3:46:00 PM I was just thinking of you and came to see what you wrote last. Gosh it is going on two months. And I have not had a visit from you in over a year or more. Are you ok. Sure miss you , doodle-do.
Jan Allison Date: 12/12/2024 3:36:00 PM Our friend's wife recently passed away from Alzheimer's, it is such a cruel disease. i teared up reading this poem John. hugs jan xx
Sam Kauffman Date: 11/26/2024 12:27:00 PM Hello, dear Friend! Just stopping by to say hello and send you all the blessings of this harvest season, R&R Bro!
Valsa George Date: 11/6/2024 7:34:00 AM As we grow older such nagging thoughts often come to plague. Memory loss is the greatest challenge we face in old age. However be assured that you have a sharp mind. There is no need of any fear for the time being though such things can happen in course of time. May God keep you safe and sane as before. Sending you blessings, dear John.
Susan Lawrence Date: 8/27/2024 8:54:00 PM Hello dear John, my dear friend, it’s so compelling to read these words of yours. The simplicity, and yet the immense depth of these types of realizations - you do it so well, wearing your open heart on your sleeve. I value you and your words. Thank you for illuminating us again. Big hugs, blessings and all good thoughts to you and yours, Susan :)
Yolanda Nicholsen Date: 8/19/2024 9:33:00 PM Awesome write enjoyed reading your poem
Beryl Edmonds Date: 8/13/2024 4:24:00 PM Dear John, it’s hard when our memory goes, yes it’s true I’m one of those. I see my mother in me, she ended her life dreadfully. I just hope I’m never left all alone, but who knows how life goes. There’s just two sisters and my hubby, who has no one but me. That’s how it is for him and me.… Beryl
Sam Kauffman Date: 8/12/2024 11:11:00 AM Dear friend, once again you have eloquently touched one of life's vibrating nerves! I have missed your writing - so happy I found this gem today. This summer has been beyond chaotic and I am so behind in answering emails - again! The questions you pose run through all human minds. Thank you for this special treat this am - a little fellowship! Sending you blessings for a sharp mind and healthy body for your beautiful soul, R&R bro! Still more time to enjoy baseball!
Joanna Daniel Date: 7/25/2024 6:30:00 AM Touching thoughts, John:)
Michelle Faulkner Date: 7/13/2024 10:24:00 AM Hi John, this is so sadly true for so many, when the memories goes so much goes with them, but you can still keep the love in your heart, I believe~
Eileen Manassian Date: 7/12/2024 2:03:00 PM What a moving piece. My 88 year old dad has alzhiemers. It is crushing for me to deal with. I take it one day at a time with lots of tears in between. You've captured this loss so well. I really think you're title is a great encapsulation. Haven't seen you around. Hope you're OK.
Gary Radice Date: 7/6/2024 10:17:00 PM You describe the brain disorder that sadly and slowly destroys memory, speech, cognitive skills and eventually, the ability to carry out even the simplest of tasks so well John.. Those isolated, islands of memory the sufferer is left with are based in reality and yet those bridges in between that the sufferer creates in an attempt to make sense of those islands are more often than not, not. It’s all so sad. I particularly like the line: "no more plumb line left to clutch". Perhaps a reference to not being able to think straight? Great work. Cheers - Gary
Tom Woody Date: 7/5/2024 7:07:00 AM We've been binging on the show "This is us" of late. It depicts mom's (Rebecca) battle with Alzheimer's (or dementia). So terribly sad. I've known some who have suffered. It's harsh to watch. I understand your trepidation. Sober poem John
John Lawless Date: 7/5/2024 5:37:00 AM a sad fact for both caretaker and care recipient....lovers clinging to fading lusts...
Tom Cunningham Date: 7/4/2024 11:05:00 PM I try and cast those thoughts aside and try and enjoy life while I can, not easy as you get older. Hope you're keeping well John. Tom
Eve Roper Date: 7/4/2024 10:15:00 PM " this and that and thus and such", nice way to fill in the blanks. At our age we wonder. "who will hold me when I die"

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