As I get older you would think compassion for my own father would increase, but sadly it lessens.
devoted parent
a myth or possible dream
books on the subject
written in regret or pride
no one can be an expert
***
Haibun Monday 3-2-26: A “Life on Mars” Tribute
The Bag Lady 
Powerful poem, Cheryl! I am sure many can relate.
Yvette M Calleiro 🙂
http://yvettemcalleiro.blogspot.com
LikeLiked by 1 person
All provide perfect photos in my mind, beautifully done
LikeLiked by 1 person
loved this Cheryl, a very well written poem ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you
LikeLike
Not all relationships are sunshine in life that’s for sure. I can relate.
LikeLiked by 1 person
It was hard being my dad’s guardian for the last few years of his life but the one good thing about it, all the past crap went away because he had no memory of any of it anyhow.
LikeLiked by 1 person
That would be really difficult. My parents were older when I was born so I was out of the house and away by that time.
LikeLiked by 1 person
It was hard but it left me with better memories.
LikeLiked by 1 person