The younger birds have flown off far away!
Their parents aged are left alone today;
The nest looks empty, silent, everyday;
O Lord, show us your way- they pray!
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Wow, quite a powerful poem. So well expressed. So compassionate and insightful. I'm glad I saw this one. It speaks of a universal problem. I'm quite elderly myself, and have a supportive family. Without them, I would be homeless. I thank Vishnu (the maintainer) every day for my good fortune. I'm (almost) never unaware of how lucky I have been. And I also remember the compassion of my doctors and nurses. Thank you for reminding me. Love, Will
Thank you Will, for your just comments. I'm glad, my poem is able to truly touch the hearts of the Elderly at least. But, it must more than that, touch the hearts of the youth and instill the urgent love needed to look after their elderly people! Love, Dr John Celes