Woman versus Oak via Alzheimer's.

I’ve climbed to the top of that

said, my 70-year-old neighbour,

pointing at a large deciduous tree.

I looked in the direction she was pointing

and inquired

The Oak?

it being forty meters tall at least

and probably twice her age,

yes, she replied excitedly!

 

When you were young?

no last week, she replied!

there must be a lovely view

from up there I said

yes, there is

she said smiling

through the memory haze

of Alzheimer’s. 

Reviews

[Tamika]

Wow. This is so touching, and really emotional. A beautiful story.

[Huw]

She has now been put into full time care. I shall miss our chats.