Lying on a hospital bed she greets me
Looking out of bloodshot eyes she meets me
I grasp her hand hoping to feel warmth
Instead I find myself greeted without warmth
I lean down to whisper my words into her ear
I suddenly notice her paleness as i draw near
"Thank you for all your care and concern,
I've grown up now, I won't be a burden."
Later at night, I walk quietly into the same ward
No longer am I met with the same bloodshot eyes
In their place, shut, peaceful eyes
The people that surround her bed, their heads bowed
As sniffs and cries reach my ears
I utter a prayer inaudible to human ears
"Say your goodbyes." Mum says.
"Farewell, Grandma. To brighter days."
To everyone who prayed alongside and sent condolences,
Thank you, for the care and concern.
twistedshaft.
03/01/09
if only you said "I'm here for you." instead of "We're here for you." it would've made a world of difference to me.
