A Loving Tribute

Mother, Where are you?

Mom, where are you?
I’m getting married.
Daughter, I am here.
To help prepare you for your life ahead.

Mom, where are you?
I’m going to have a child.
Daughter, I am here.
To share your joyous time.

Mom, where are you?
I’m going to be a Grandmother.
Daughter, I am here.
Your life’s cycle is almost full.

Daughter, where are you?
I don’t know who I am anymore.
Mother, I am here,
With unconditional love and support.

^{- Excerpt from a poem by Glen Wallbank, whose mother-in-law lives with dementia}