Recovery is challenging

So many changes as one struggles

medications, exercises, examinations

too many people, all concerned

then not enough

Each aspect a challenge

hardest, though, is being alone

limited activity to give the body time

but little to occupy the self

Not even company

it is understandable

people have their own lives

often stressed, unable to take on more

yet the loneliness takes its toll

people tring to recover feel forgotten

Feeling alone and forgotten

as recovery drags on

may lead to depression

in turn dragging down recovery

But it need not

people can remember us

and find ways to surprise

raising spirits -

a text or call, a visit or an invitation

a homemade dinner or a card unexpected

anything to break the pattern

to give a purpose

even if only for a few minutes

the goal is to share some time

so loneliness does not impede recovery