Love Poem: Caregiver

Caregiver

Caregiver

It’s who I am and what I LOVE to do

I’ll make you smile when you’re feeling blue

And help you get well when you’ve got the flu

I will do the things no one else cares to do

I'll care for you as I would my own child

Make sure you have your usual style

Yes, I know this may take a while

But all the while, I’ll be wearing a warm smile

First, we will get you showered

This will take us about an hour

I will apply your make-up and brush your hair

Then, we’ll decide what you will wear

I'll get you dressed and tie your shoes

Now, that you’re groomed we can leave the room

Next, we eat in our usual place

I promise to always keep you safe

Yes, I have your Kleenex just in case

I grab the paper and read you the News

Make your bed and do laundry too

How I do it; people don’t have a clue

My answer; "If you only knew" 

The joy I have in making their grey skies blue

Caregiver, it’s who I am and what I love to do

As a mother, sister, daughter, or friend

I am a Caregiver to the end

Lay