On my Rock: 9 years without you

The place I sat on my return
Waves rolling as I wept
I had just laid you to rest
But memories are kept

Magic powers of the sea
Listen to its roar
Scream, yell, cry and sob
The sea can always take more

Water is the breath of life
And also takes away.
I sit atop the viewing point
And quietly I pray.

That you are looking down on me
Proud of all I have achieved
Your arms wrap round, give me a hug
It’s ok to grieve.

📝 POEM By Melanie Magowan

The right and wrong way to pay a compliment to a disabled person.

I was in a local op shop today. This shop is in a wealthy district of town, usually has some good bargains. I found some shoes (I was not looking for shoes!) that were my size so I found a seat to sit on to try the right shoe on. Here’s what happened next.

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