Use it or lose it.

sonnet

Use it or lose it

 

I do not write to gain some trophy

But to prevent the atrophy

of brain cells which are underused

Which with disuse become confused

I keep them working constantly

despite a failing memory.

If you neglect to use your brain

You have no reason to complain

when it refuses to obey.

This is the price that you must pay.

If you decide to watch T.V

 instead of trying actively

To use and stimulate your brain.

You lose that which you can’t regain.

 

Wednesday, 17 February 2010

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Reviews

[x]

Oh, what a neat little write. Brilliant subject matter and a well executed poem to give it justice. Yes, to realise the mind it the greatest assest we own out of everything material and ethereal and to treasure it as the best friend we are ever likely to have......is to realise and appreciate the ultimate gift of them all.
This poem reminds me of the line.....'In the playground of my mind'....I so love that sentiment.
Well done to you for this poem. Thank you!!

[Samuel Dickens]

I couldn't agree more. When you spend your days watching tv, you may as well have a tap open on your brain stem that drains all your inteligence out. Also, I understand well the positive effects of writing to keep the synapses from rusting up.

[Poeticpiers]

Some are brain dead at forty

[Ruth]

Too true friend! Losing it is something to think about! Great piece :) Poppy xx

[Jerry Bolton]

Hah! You echo my sentiments exactly. You are little over a year older than I so I can most definitely relate to this poem. Between my novels and my poetry I'm trying to massage the old gray cells . . . I don't like this rating stuff by the way . . .

[THERISA]

Sadly, these wise words are going unheard by too many people, today. Wish it wasn't the case. Thank you for sharing this personal side of yourself in this sonnet. Good luck on your preventive actions to ensure lasting memories.