For some of us, this decision, not our's to take
It's the medical profession, one they will make
The oath that is sworn, life at whatever, the cost
The end of the day, it's our dignity, they have lost
There are times, it's taken out of their hands
Some say our road is fate, others celestial plans
I know from experience, and all that Iv'e seen
So many who are effected, their life to demean
When you tread life's path, with a love one distressed
What you get told, with your heads they have messed
Questions galore erupt, from the depth of your mind
What you want, is answers, it's not answers, you find
Like climbing a vertical wall, nails stretching for a hold
Taking life, day by day, thoughts in your mind that are bold
Never let negative even exist, it's not a word you can use
In these hard, difficult times, it's always life that you choose
Seems whatever they throw, how difficult, it is to catch
Inner strength, that powerful throw, just find a way to match
Something beyond, the source of life, not to loose your grip
Anything they, or you can do, for life in your favour, to tip
For most who go through this, a time to reflect
Love one, your partner, please try not to reject
The pain that they suffer, both yours and their own
A future without you, yes empty, a future unknown
In fact the base of this subject, as difficult, as it may be
When you leave your body, it's you, that is set free
For those that are left behind, a time to catch a breath
Pain & tears, the grieving, for a love one & their death
I guess what I am saying, our final choice should hold respect
A choice made from knowledge, within the law and checked
A final decision that covers all, allowing informed choice
My hope is, those that can, will listen, to the peoples voice
By
Ken Stokes
