Years That Passed

Years That Passed

by Bud Lemire on Sept 1, 2004

 

Looking into, the back of my mind

The years that passed, from earlier times

The love we had, so strong so free

The years that passed, between you and me

Our children raised, and moved away

We're older in our years, to this day

So many things, once done with ease

Now it's much harder, for me to breathe

We joined as one, so long ago

We loved together, so we could grow

The health of body, heart, and mind

Has taken its toll, and been unkind

Oh what I'd give, to be back then

I close my eyes, and count to ten

Nothing happens, and I'm still here

I see your pain, and it's all too clear

Am I really such a burden to you

Is it too much work for you to do

For the love we had, that once was so strong

Tell me now, isn't this where I belong

Even if I don't say, I appreciate all you do

And I really want you to know, I love you

Remember the vow, that we took with our heart

In health and in sickness, until death do we part

This is the first part of a two part poem.

This is from the husband and unhealthy point of view.

REMEMBER THE TIMES is the wife and caregiver's point of view.