Down the Rabbit Hole!

I commissioned this painting from Lisa Loria to go 

with the poem that I wrote. 

The painting is just wonderful, whimsical and,

 painted by my favorite artist!

Down the Rabbit’s Hole

Shake rattle and roll

I fell down the rabbit’s hole

the rabbit was late

to open the gate

but alas he still may alter my state.

He said “follow me to the magical tea,

I have it here under this tree”.

I sat down in haste, 

oh how would it taste

this magical tea

made just for me

Would it cure my ill

without a pill

could this really be my day

to keep the shakes at bay

I took a sip then felt very odd

like walking into a cloud or even a bog

Then the shakes stood still 

like an oak on a hill

How long, I asked can I remain this way

the rabbit spoke with no delay

You have to stay here for the duration of life

this is your home now free of strife 

“But I have to return to show what you’ve done”

the rabbit smiled or was it the cat, 

looking for a bit if fun.

“You choose your fate” said the cat with a wink,

“I’ll give it in writing using invisable ink.”

Knowing my happiness was really not there

but not really here

should I return and do my little best

I’m too tired to think I need a rest.

I woke to trembles up and down 

like the shaking of the leaves as they fell on the ground

I was sorry to find the rabbit and cat

had long since gone

will they come back, I hope it’s not long...............

It's been over 7 years since I was diagnosed with Parkinson's. I find it helpful to write when I feel frustrated and have symptoms that I can't control. I hope you like them both!!