I Remember Who You Were

Although it is not always a perfect life,
it has been filled with love, hopes and dreams.

Places we have gone and things we have seen,

forever memories that can be recalled.

Years go by giving time no thought,

with so much in our future to do.

We take for granted the life we have,

never imagining what road lies ahead.

One day things begin to slowly change,

a memory lapse from time to time.

Written off as not paying attention,

or listening to what has been said.

As time passes it is too much to ignore,

and a search for an answer ensues.

The words they speak too difficult to absorb,

will overwhelm and take your breath away.

Far too young for this to be true,

disbelief at what you have been told.

The only thing that can be done,

is to try and slow it down.

The long goodbye they call it,

you have no understanding of what this means.

The journey you are about to embark on,

is far more than you could ever surmise.

At first the changes are minor,

everyday life remains much the same.

We go and do as we always have,

not thinking too far ahead.

Time passes and memories fade,

their routine begins to change.

They no longer go as they did before,

and spend more time at home.

Personalities transform as time goes on,

most days they are still themselves.

Other times it can be a bit difficult,

and we try to let most of it go.

Blessed that their pleasant nature,

remains part of who they are.

Even when times are tough,

we can find humor to get us through.

This journey will continue though unwanted,

and many times, will try us on this road.

I will move forward with love and patience,

because I remember who you were.