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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