By Joy Blakeley
I cannot walk, talk, write
Or feed myself
I can't do many things
And excess saliva is a pain!
After over 75 years of being able
I'd love to scratch
An itchy spot if able!
When I go to bed at night
I'm grateful that I haven't fallen
Bed is great, the only challenge is
I can't turn over when I want!
I have a lovely lady
To clean and dress me
And do my makeup
And hubby/carer attends
To my other personal needs!
I felt very self conscious
When having to use
A walking stick, then a walker
But now I wouldn't survive
Without my loaned wheelchair!
Family, friends, MND,
Calvary Care and local
Community health services
Offer great support
So life goes on
But one doesn't know
For how long!
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