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From the hospitals I'm back home,

now again I can write a poem.

With what emotion should I write,

should it be heavy or maybe light.

Nurses come to see me every week,

clues to my general health they seek.

Physical therapists regularly I see,

strengthen muscles will help me.

Daily Elder Services brings a meal,

it's well balanced and helps me heal.

Now and then I drive my car,

shop or get take-out, but not far.

I'm on the computer, read a book,

or turn on the TV to take a look.

Neighbor Lois, with chores gives aid,

and some errand trips are made.

To raise a child, a village it takes,

an oldster needs the very same breaks.

                                                          or  "read a book"