The Cycle Of Time Comments
When I was a small child,
The hands that fed me,
Are now too weak and feeble
To raise from the lunch box,
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This deeply poignant and very touching poem made me shed a tear. Yes, old age is inevitable yet we are not always ready to face when it arrives.
Thanks, Rose Marie Juan-austin, for reading my poem and kindly commenting. Your comment touched me. I wrote this poem while trying to feed my 92 year old mom who is just like an infant now.
Dang! Khairul, i could NOT think of your name yesterday. I hope you are well (enough) . I've posted a new 'showcase'. : ) bri
I'd kind of like to skip the 2nd babyhood stage! ! ! ! My condolences to all who get there and to their caretakers! ! : (
i had to check definition of surreptitious: '1: done, made, or acquired by stealth: CLANDESTINE' bri ;)
'Khairul, i could NOT think of your name yesterday. Ha! stanza one: 'week' is WEAK, probably a typo.
Khairul, i could NOT think of your name yesterday. Ha! stanza one: 'week' is WEAK, probably a typo.
Brilliantly put.5 Stars full. I have enjoyed this excellent poem
Cycle of life based on poet's expression is neatly expressed here...a beautiful poem..5 stars
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8/8/2025 2:18:22 PM # 1.0.0
Every loving daughter or son could relate to this beautiful poem. So tenderly and lovingly expressed. Your great mother must be so proud of you.