The Caregiver

I'm here not because I want to, but because I need to be. 

I will hang my head sullenly, but only for  a moment.

But that won't last.

I'll pick up my head, and although I may not smile at the time.

Know that I will in time.

Perhaps I'll look at your name on the door and wonder where you've gone.

And if you are, I may frown a bit more.

I'll put a smile on my face as the game time is at hand.

You'll feel my hands, my caring hands tenderly care for you.

You may share your stories, and I will take time to listen to them.

I may sit at your bedside too.

I will forget all negativity that I was forced to endure before I came here.

And spent a few extra moments with you.

While I may not be able to make you whole again.

I will care for you until you're gone.

With a smile on my face.