I remember when my head was an empty box
Light as a feather, useless
Now it is a book
Full of memories, full of knowledge
I remember when my mouth was a constant frown
Not even strings could hold it up
Now it is a smile of sunshine
Spreading happiness to others
I remember when my body felt lifeless
Melted and would slouch
Now it is strong
Upright and healthy
My past was broken
I wasn’t even there
Now I am back
One with the world
I remember
©2003 Paul Celano
Posted 2010