Which Is The Burden?

I have so many aches and pains already,
But the best are those that come from being wrapped around your sholders.
I am thankful they are broad enough to carry me.

Just a little longer, please
You heard the doctor say that for my disease there is no cure,
No treatment,
And that it progresses quite quickly.

Sit and rest.
May I fix you a cup of tea for a moment?
I've lived this long, albeit interrupted life, for four decades now,
In three states,
Perhaps I might tell you some of what I learned?

What's that?
It's time to go?
Yes, I think I can wrap myself upon your shoulders a little longer.

Do you hear that?
The sound of raindrops in puddles?
The breeze teasing you as it plays with you hair?
The bird cooing its melody over and over , , ,
fervently , , ,
Purposefully , , ,
Wondering, does he have time to listen now that his shoulders are barren?