Hello Mrs. W, – she addresses 
my mother. 
Can she understand me? she asks me.
Does she know your name? she asks.
What is her name? she points to another. 
How much does she drink 
In a day? she asks me.
How many ounces of food 
does she eat at a time? 
Does she ever seem aggitated?
How often does she urinate?
Have a bowel movement?
How much does she sleep 
in a 24 hour period?
What is your role here? she questions. 
Caregiver. 
How can I help you? she asks.
What do you need? she offers.
There are no words. 

by Kelly Waterbury