A Silent Cry
Viewing comments for Chapter 23 "One is Two"Development of Alzheimer's Disease.
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Comment from Alchera
Yes, Marjon! The happy surrounding world which once was going on swirling against current it does not spin clockward anymore . The world is cracking around with little stops and than again it starts falling apart without ending any more. Daily life becomes unbearable because both cannot believe to what is happening one to the other and Sometime that fired ring of loved beloved is at its edges but suddenly something changed again and then pity and compassion takes advantages of all and soft dry tears cannot furrow your worn out cheers any more. I love the incipit of the first stanza which is superb it itself!
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2020
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Yes, Marjon! The happy surrounding world which once was going on swirling against current it does not spin clockward anymore . The world is cracking around with little stops and than again it starts falling apart without ending any more. Daily life becomes unbearable because both cannot believe to what is happening one to the other and Sometime that fired ring of loved beloved is at its edges but suddenly something changed again and then pity and compassion takes advantages of all and soft dry tears cannot furrow your worn out cheers any more. I love the incipit of the first stanza which is superb it itself!
Comment Written 24-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2020
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Thank you Tony! Another so appreciated 6 stars and a beautiful review.
Comment from Lucy de Welles
Yes. This was a particularly painful day. The negativity overwhelmed. The guilt arising that would keep one from confronting the necessarily changing feelings. Gives personal meaning to "there is a fate worse than death."
Lovely description of this turmoil. Many will relate and feel understood.
Well done!
Lucy
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2020
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Yes. This was a particularly painful day. The negativity overwhelmed. The guilt arising that would keep one from confronting the necessarily changing feelings. Gives personal meaning to "there is a fate worse than death."
Lovely description of this turmoil. Many will relate and feel understood.
Well done!
Lucy
Comment Written 23-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2020
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Thanks again for the review.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
You were brave here and I know a similar journey and it is hard to walk that path and still smile, especially when you have no control over the changes and can't see the light, a powerful write here Marjon, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2020
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You were brave here and I know a similar journey and it is hard to walk that path and still smile, especially when you have no control over the changes and can't see the light, a powerful write here Marjon, love Dolly x
Comment Written 23-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2020
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Dolly, thank you for the review!
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
It is such a heartbreak for the caregiver to see the decline of their loved one, Marjon. You did a great job putting your thoughts into words to share. What you felt I would consider normal. Too often one tries to put on a brave face. But there comes a time when one has no more to give and the hurt can't be hidden.
My sincere condolences.
Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2020
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It is such a heartbreak for the caregiver to see the decline of their loved one, Marjon. You did a great job putting your thoughts into words to share. What you felt I would consider normal. Too often one tries to put on a brave face. But there comes a time when one has no more to give and the hurt can't be hidden.
My sincere condolences.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 22-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2020
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Jan, thanks for the feeling review.
Comment from amada
I like the sound of what you say in here about that land of dreams...very nice line, from the deep of a loving heart. Nice sentiments expressed in here...we don't need to be perfect to be loved.
reply by the author on 22-Aug-2020
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I like the sound of what you say in here about that land of dreams...very nice line, from the deep of a loving heart. Nice sentiments expressed in here...we don't need to be perfect to be loved.
Comment Written 22-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 22-Aug-2020
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Amada, thank you for this review.
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
Aw, Marjon, that is so sad. I can quite understand. How can a person continue to love someone who is not the person they fell in love with, but who is now a complete stranger? When did this person remove your beloved husband and swap places with him. Of course you would know, and it's not wrong to have such thoughts. You are now a full time carer, unpaid and hard working. Once you accepted that, you could go on without feeling the guilt. Such a sad stage to get to, but understandable. Warm hugs, my friend. xxx Sandra
reply by the author on 22-Aug-2020
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Aw, Marjon, that is so sad. I can quite understand. How can a person continue to love someone who is not the person they fell in love with, but who is now a complete stranger? When did this person remove your beloved husband and swap places with him. Of course you would know, and it's not wrong to have such thoughts. You are now a full time carer, unpaid and hard working. Once you accepted that, you could go on without feeling the guilt. Such a sad stage to get to, but understandable. Warm hugs, my friend. xxx Sandra
Comment Written 22-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 22-Aug-2020
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Thanks, Sandra, for the review.
Comment from harmony13
The author's words are sad, heartfelt, clear and creative. The poem flows
and connects well. Thank you for the author's notes - the details help
the reader understand even more. May you be well and safe. And find
peace today.
reply by the author on 21-Aug-2020
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The author's words are sad, heartfelt, clear and creative. The poem flows
and connects well. Thank you for the author's notes - the details help
the reader understand even more. May you be well and safe. And find
peace today.
Comment Written 21-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 21-Aug-2020
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Thank you so much for the revie.
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written heartfelt poem about a loved one who drifting further and further away from you not even knowing who you are, he only sees a stranger who is always there to give him the attention he demands.
reply by the author on 21-Aug-2020
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A very well-written heartfelt poem about a loved one who drifting further and further away from you not even knowing who you are, he only sees a stranger who is always there to give him the attention he demands.
Comment Written 21-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 21-Aug-2020
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Thank you, Sandra, for the review
Comment from thaities, Rebecca V.
It is very difficult to love anyone who is no longer loving us back. The one-sided love becomes very draining and heartbreaking. We want to keep our commitment, so we carry on.
reply by the author on 20-Aug-2020
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It is very difficult to love anyone who is no longer loving us back. The one-sided love becomes very draining and heartbreaking. We want to keep our commitment, so we carry on.
Comment Written 20-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 20-Aug-2020
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Exactly. Thanks for the review, Rebecca.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Our sad truth
A chapter in the book A Silent Cry
One is Two
by Marjon van Bruggen
Hello, Marjon,
Good descriptive words and imagery. Living with someone you love with Alzheimer must be very hard. Your husband was lucky to have you.
Well done,
Gypsy
reply by the author on 20-Aug-2020
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Our sad truth
A chapter in the book A Silent Cry
One is Two
by Marjon van Bruggen
Hello, Marjon,
Good descriptive words and imagery. Living with someone you love with Alzheimer must be very hard. Your husband was lucky to have you.
Well done,
Gypsy
Comment Written 20-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 20-Aug-2020
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Gypsy, thanks for the review.
