Blue-hued
A free verse poem in attempt to understand Alzheimer disease26 total reviews
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
To liken Alzheimer's to weather changes this the spot for me because as with our mood, Alzheimer's can destroy our soul as we become an empty shell as we leave the earth in mind but not in body, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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To liken Alzheimer's to weather changes this the spot for me because as with our mood, Alzheimer's can destroy our soul as we become an empty shell as we leave the earth in mind but not in body, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
Comment Written 17-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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Many thanks, Dolly!
Comment from Patty Palmer
I'm sorry for your loss. Alzheimer's is a nasty disease. We had a son who died from Huntington's Disease at the age of 35 and I've done a lot of poetry and stories about it. I've always said that writing is my therapy. Well, I did enjoy your poem. I look forward to reading more of your work.
God bless!
Patty
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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I'm sorry for your loss. Alzheimer's is a nasty disease. We had a son who died from Huntington's Disease at the age of 35 and I've done a lot of poetry and stories about it. I've always said that writing is my therapy. Well, I did enjoy your poem. I look forward to reading more of your work.
God bless!
Patty
Comment Written 16-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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Thank you, Patty for your thoughtful words. There is more to come about the subject.
Comment from Minglement
This is a heart-wrenching poem about a heart-wrenching situation. I have not personally had to deal with it, but you describe it well. Hopefully this poem, here and the others if you're able to get them published, will help bring attention and understanding. Have you checked into publishing with CreateSpace. I've used them and it didn't cost anything. Good luck and God Bless.
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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This is a heart-wrenching poem about a heart-wrenching situation. I have not personally had to deal with it, but you describe it well. Hopefully this poem, here and the others if you're able to get them published, will help bring attention and understanding. Have you checked into publishing with CreateSpace. I've used them and it didn't cost anything. Good luck and God Bless.
Comment Written 16-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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Minglement, thank you so much for this helpful comment. If I had more recommendations for best reviews left, you would have got it! I will seek Create Space out and see what happens.
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No need - happy to help. I'm planning to look at Create Space again when I publish my novel I'm sharing here, Soul Whispers. Hoping it's still free :) Take care.
Comment from Kaneh Bosem
A very nice thought, on your part! I am sorry to hear about you going through this, but I do believe that you were able to turn it into a good thing. Thank you
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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A very nice thought, on your part! I am sorry to hear about you going through this, but I do believe that you were able to turn it into a good thing. Thank you
Comment Written 16-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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Kaneh, a very dear comment. Thank you.
Comment from Miss Cookie Atkinson
I love the words to your poem it is so deep and truthful in many ways I'm sure your poem will let other know what they are feeling others are feel too, and they are not alone.
Good luck with your much needed and helpful book.
Cookie
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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I love the words to your poem it is so deep and truthful in many ways I'm sure your poem will let other know what they are feeling others are feel too, and they are not alone.
Good luck with your much needed and helpful book.
Cookie
Comment Written 16-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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Cookie, thank you very much for your comment. I received some ideas of where I might try to get the book published, and I feel happy with your good wishes.
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Your very welcome, Good luck in finding a trusty publisher. when you find the one you can trust let me know I'm looking for one also or where you did your research.
Have a blessed day.
Cookie
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Cookie, I just heard of two publishers myself and have to do some research.
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welcome, anytime!
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until we met again.
cookie
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good luck again.
cookie
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Thanks again
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My pleasure.
Have a great day.
Cookie
Comment from Gloria ....
This is a superb free verse poem about the devastation of alzheimer's disease. Your use of metaphor to explain the onset arriving like a ghost that glares on white snow so apt to illustrate the degeneration's sudden and terribly disorienting arrival. Leaves dropping from trees showing the disappearance of memories as the brain disintegrates and washes all distinguished thoughts into a sea of blue.
The night terrors and rage that arrive in later stages of the disease, so very, very difficult for the caregiver who is most often a spouse or child.
I think it's an exceptional poem that many will be able to relate to on a deep, visceral and also intuitive level.
Many thanks for sharing. :)
Gloria
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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This is a superb free verse poem about the devastation of alzheimer's disease. Your use of metaphor to explain the onset arriving like a ghost that glares on white snow so apt to illustrate the degeneration's sudden and terribly disorienting arrival. Leaves dropping from trees showing the disappearance of memories as the brain disintegrates and washes all distinguished thoughts into a sea of blue.
The night terrors and rage that arrive in later stages of the disease, so very, very difficult for the caregiver who is most often a spouse or child.
I think it's an exceptional poem that many will be able to relate to on a deep, visceral and also intuitive level.
Many thanks for sharing. :)
Gloria
Comment Written 16-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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Gloria, your six stars are shining bright on my writer's career. Thank you very, very much for this glowing comment.
Comment from Joan E.
I am so sorry you had to deal with this devastating illness. Thank you for your willingness to share your experience for the benefit of others. I admired your comparison to "winter bareness" and your vivid descriptions of your reactions plus your use of alliteration to intensify the images. Warm regards- Joan
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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I am so sorry you had to deal with this devastating illness. Thank you for your willingness to share your experience for the benefit of others. I admired your comparison to "winter bareness" and your vivid descriptions of your reactions plus your use of alliteration to intensify the images. Warm regards- Joan
Comment Written 16-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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Joan, what a wonderful comment! You mention the metaphores and the alliterations used in this poem and I am very pleased about that. Thank you so much.
Comment from Diana L Crawford
It is good you find release in poetically expressing how it affects you as well as your husband. My grandmother suffered with dementia, a form of the disease, and it was the saddest thing to watch her change into someone that could not process any memory past when my mom and uncle were children. And it only got worse with decorating her face with makeup in all the wrong places and how mean and childlike she became. I can understand your sorrow. xoxo
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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It is good you find release in poetically expressing how it affects you as well as your husband. My grandmother suffered with dementia, a form of the disease, and it was the saddest thing to watch her change into someone that could not process any memory past when my mom and uncle were children. And it only got worse with decorating her face with makeup in all the wrong places and how mean and childlike she became. I can understand your sorrow. xoxo
Comment Written 16-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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Diana, thank you for your understanding. Your comment shows me you went through a similar situation and I feel sorry for you. It certainly is not easy.
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And I you! it definitely is not the least bit easy! Have a blessed week! xoxo
Comment from royowen
To lose someone to Alzheimer's is like death with the warmth of the memory remaining, as a constant reminder of what once was. I spoke of this yesterday at our fellowship of the spirit and the soul being missing but the remains left behind. It's then one starts wondering why the body hasn't gone with it, at least there's closure in that. Beautifully written my friend, I would love to offer comfort, I can but empathise. Blessings Roy.
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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To lose someone to Alzheimer's is like death with the warmth of the memory remaining, as a constant reminder of what once was. I spoke of this yesterday at our fellowship of the spirit and the soul being missing but the remains left behind. It's then one starts wondering why the body hasn't gone with it, at least there's closure in that. Beautifully written my friend, I would love to offer comfort, I can but empathise. Blessings Roy.
Comment Written 16-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2020
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Roy, Thank you so very much. Your comfort is received with gratitude and your comment shows me you understood, which is comfort in itself.
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Bless you
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:)
Comment from Susan Larson
I wrote a column about an Alzheimer's daycare center and was enlightened to some degree but wish there was more writing out there like your poem that helps the uninformed reader feel the experience. Have you looked at lulu. Com , that prints on demand? I used them for my book.
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2020
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I wrote a column about an Alzheimer's daycare center and was enlightened to some degree but wish there was more writing out there like your poem that helps the uninformed reader feel the experience. Have you looked at lulu. Com , that prints on demand? I used them for my book.
Comment Written 16-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2020
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Susan, what a wonderful comment on Blue-hued and what a good advise. I did not look at Lulu's possibilities, because up till now I felt too insecure about the quality of what I have to offer. After the really good reactions here, this insecurity is diminishing somewhat. I thought of posting another few of this series here, just to see what happens. And then...holding my breath...I'll jump into the deep.
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I wish I had another review reward to give, but I already used them all this month.
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The unbelievable thing is that it doesn?t cost a cent! Go for it. My book is A Word?s Worth, a collection of my columns on Amazon.
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Really unbelievable! I had the impression that publicing was a rather costly affair. I'll look in to it. Thanks again!
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This was recommended by a friend who had seven books published by them. You do have to work on your own marketing, but I?m sure you can tap into Alzheimer?s organizations to help you.
