I want to fix you but I can't
I want to put you back together so that every part of you works properly
But I can't and I don't want to accept that
I'd rather live in denial in hopes of the impossible becoming reality
But I know that just isn't so
This new reality is one I'm hiding from
I don’t want it
I can't own it.
≈≈≈
I don't want to see you this way
It brings tears to my eyes
I feel helpless
I feel alone.
≈≈≈
But you are still alive
You are here with me
I can hug you
I can kiss you on the nose
I can hear you breathing
I can do my best to keep you alive.
≈≈≈
But sooner or later I must accept what I don't want to accept
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Rick Henry Christopher
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Comments (23)
That is a GREAT pic of the two of you. You can feel how important the bond is that you share. And the written words tell it all! 💖💖💖
How lucky you both are, to share this love. I am sure you are very proud of each other. ❤️
🥹🙏🫶🏾❤️
Sending love Rick❤️ prayers for your family 🫶🏾
I’m so sorry, Rick. What a terribly difficult time 😔. Sending you strength ❤️
I am very sorry that you have had to go through this. I know it must be very hard. I cared for my grandmother for several months, after she had decided that she wanted to die on her own terms. Accompanying her that way (and seeing her pass away with a smile on her face) was one of the most empowering / enriching experiences of my entire life. I would do it again in a heartbeat!
I went through the same struggle that you described, Rick, with each of my parents. It is a difficult time experiencing the phases of life, and what our loved ones go through. It is a constant mixing of feelings…love, pain, agony, sadness, hope, numbness, sorrow, compassion.
really touching!
Sorry that you are having to deal with this. Sending you a big big hug my friend. Praying for comfort during this difficult time. God has you...
Too relatable, my friend. My heart breaks for you.
Emotional, pure thoughts, wishes, love that's so relatable. 💖💕
Heartbreaking. I wish you both peace and comfort in this difficult time ❤️🩹
Ah that last line, such a heart breaking thing to accept. It's so hard. I've been there too many times as well. I'm glad she has you!
It's so hard. This is so beautiful, raw and relatable. 💕
So heartfelt, Rick! This made me tear up, I felt the sadness and inevitability in your words. ❤️ Amazing job, and sending hugs to you!
Having cared for both my parents whom have both passed, I can so relate. Very heartfelt and relatable. So sorry for all that you are going through. You are a wonderful son and caregiver to your mom. Sending many virtual hugs ♥️
Sadly, this is the bitter truth of the fragile temporary human life. Stay strong Rick. Sending you and your mom lots of love and hugs!
It’s hard to accept to lost a love one to an illness. I understand what you are going through. You mom is very bless to have you. I hope you find some comfort. I feel your feelings through your poem . Sending you comforting vibes, Rick ❤️🙏🏽
The worst part of life is the end
This is beautiful, Rick.
The last line hit me. Indeed, spend as much time as possible with her and make happy, silly memories. Those are the ones that will help you and put a smile on your face in the future.
The last line truly hit me! 🥺
Thank you for sharing this incredibly honest and emotional piece. My heart is with you. ❤️