ME (or YOU)
by Ben Parker
A laryngectomee I may be
But I can hear and I can see.
I can drive my car and I walk,
And with my electric larynx I can talk.
I can't smell or taste very much,
But my loved ones I can always touch.
My appetite is really better than good,
Still I eat slowly as everyone should.
I kiss my spouse and put out the light,
Then I sleep peacefully throughout the night.
I think that I am a very lucky guy,
And here are a few of the reasons why.
I awaken each morning with a yawn,
I arise to greet each breaking dawn.
I enjoy my breakfast just like you,
I do all the things that I want to do.
I enjoy meeting and talking to everyone,
And going places and having fun.
A keen sense of humor and a cheerful smile,
Will take you down the road of life
for many a mile.
If you let a smile guide you as you go along,
Your heart will be singing a cheerful song.
I'm as happy as I can be,
Cause I'm so glad that I am me.