Mary 1
Mary is in the centre Suzy is on the wing
Suzy knocks it over and Mary heads it in
They sang from the terraces every Saturday afternoon
Celebrating every goal with the catchy tune
They were the heroes of the local soccer team
But under the surface things were not as they seem
They won a bright silver trophy every year
Rode upon an open bus to hear the cheer
Suzy can remember every goal in every game
Mary remembers too but at times forgets her name
Both of them were skilled to become international stars
Celebrated their success drove around in expensive cars
When they displayed their skills they caused a stir
Though Mary sometimes wondered where they were
They retired after winning a hundred international caps
Now Mary’s memory appears to have some gaps
She remembered heading a winner to win a shield
But the name of the other team seems to be concealed
Suzy takes good care of her at their cottage home
Sadly Mary can no longer be left alone
It is kind of hard when Suzy is not recognized
Sometimes feeling a lifetime friendship is jeopardized
Now Suzy has a niece who is soccer crazy
She’s been kicking a ball around since she was a baby
But when Suzy looks at Mary her eyes fill with tears
Thinking of a niece with dementia in future years
Copyright: David Hopcroft August 2023