Senses

Scent of newborn wrapped in a knitted blanket Watch her grow, first day of school Track her on the playground, never a moment of rest Chew on oatmeal raisin cookies baked together Shut our eyes for hide-and-seek Hear her cry, she skinned her knees Cheer as she scores a goal Carry her when she falls down Run to catch up, now she's too fast Clap and celebrate, it's graduation Point to her suitcase, she is ready to pack Hug her tight and hope she comes back She walks to the gate, college here she comes Reflex to wake her up for school, no longer there Home feels off-balance, too quiet Sharp pain from the tough goodbye Cold sheets of her bed, now vacant Buzz of the phone, could that be her Soft touch of her yarn blanket Person, Place, and Time: Mother, at home, waiting.
Source: Neurology - Category: Neurology Authors: Tags: Clinical neurology examination REFLECTIONS: NEUROLOGY AND THE HUMANITIES Source Type: research