Today was a day I will never forget,

At Stoke Bishop School some new friends I have met.

The smiling faces, the laughter and song

All sprinkled with questions not one of them wrong.

We talked of Dementia and all that it means,

We chatted for ages or so it did seem.

You asked me about all my days and routines,

My Favourite foods and my best travelling dreams.

You showed me your Lego and we built ‘Super Snail’,

A Neon, Mr Bob and a blue flower as well.

With your passion and grace, your integrity and courage

You understood all our learning and important message.

I played a short tune that I learnt since the day

That the angel said dementia was coming my way.

Now I’m never afraid or never so scared

Because you are the friends that listened and shared.

You were polite and so kind and all were remarkable

You showed me that believing in me is still possible

Although in my head there are parts that aren’t whole

The kindness you showed healed my heart and my soul.

So, thanks to all the children for your kindness to me.

You gave me the most fabulous new memory.

And not just today but for all days that follow,

You helped me discover a brand new tomorrow.