Pen and Paper
by Edeltraut Scheffler-Plath
Pen and paper is by my side
Which I do not hide.
For me this is a necessity;
Since I lost the ability
Any sound at all to hear.
Anybody who wants to converse with me
On paper have the words to be.
Not easy is this way of communication.
Many people avoid participation.
I do not let rudeness bother me.
From self-pity I have to be free.
A lot of energy I need
Positive my mind to feed.
My vision is also going down;
Nevertheless, I bear it smilingly without a frown.
Grateful I am -- no doubt
That I can still walk about..
Pen and paper by my side,
I will not hide!
Fortunately there are people around
Who understand my dilemma -- I have found.
I am glad I am still able to write.
Happy I want to be -- not fight.
Sunshine still warms my heart.
I do my best -- not to fall apart.
My spirit I keep high,
Without a sigh