"Frightened Little Boy As I tell my tale of Alzheimer`s, Through smiles and heartfelt joy, When really, somewhere deep inside I`m just a frightened little boy, I’ve faced many things in my life, Some things too hard to tell, But Alzheimer`s and all it brings, Makes my life, a living hell, Every day a piece of me, Is lost, forever gone, It won’t give up I know, Until memories I have none, So when you see and hear me, Chatting about my day, My head rocking back with laughter, And smiling all the way, Please spare a thought of who`s inside, Behind the warmth and joy, Sitting there with head in hands, Is just a frightened little boy" Read more by Norm McNamara on An Open Letter to Dr Richard Taylor
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