The other patient

The other patient

The other patient (Senyru)

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Parents together

they shared their experiences

of disabled kids

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Of their dependence,

suicidal ideation,

of them dying first

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I saw his mum cry

plucking the grass aimlessly

during gardening

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A mother grieving

despite being a strong leader

when in her office.

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years caring for him,

she was a silent patient,

and a depressed one.

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Through the year of guilt,

‘Have I failed as a mother?’

She pondered at times.

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Yet as a carer,

she had to be strong all times

could not, a patient.

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