AS A CHILD
…Lifeguard in the pool
…Playmate
…Off to work
…Flower Picker
…Wiper of tears
…Bed tucker
…An apron to cling to
…Mentor to me
…Found in lights and crowds
…Kisser of boo-boos
…Good Hugger
…Santa Claus, Easter Bunny and Tooth Fairy
AS A TEENAGER
…Encouraging and supporting
…Tolerant and patient
…Chaperoning here and there
…Ski Team Parent
…My cheerleader at the finish line
…Lover of crowds and maker of noise
Clarinet, not saxophone
…Respectful
…Optimist
…Mentor to my friends
…Decision maker
AS AN ADULT
PRIOR TO HER BRAIN INJURY
…Rescuer
…Financial Wizard
…Craftswoman
…Leader
…Realtor
…Gymnastic Judge
…Mover and a Shaker
…Companion
…Encourager and motivator
…Listener and Laugher
…Best friend
…Fast and Joyful
…Perennial Shopper
…Giggler and Jokester
…Juggler of all things
…Has answers, never any questions
AS AN ADULT
DURING RECOVERY
…Dependent and needy
…Helpless and alone
…Lost in a fog
…Forgotten times
…Missing parts
…Where is she?
…Who are you?
…Unknown future
…Has questions, no answers
…Why? And What for?
…Tears
…No decisions!
…Flee from crowds and lights
…Runs in circles
NOW
…Regaining momentum
…Soother of tears
…Takes time to relax
…Fun to be with
…Found in crowds and lights
…Inspirational speaker
…Creative author
…Off to work again
…Mentor to all
…Counselor and educator
…Energizing
…Someone I love
…My best friend
Carrie Bryant 12/97