To be Honest

With you all
This is something
I would rather not do
But sometimes you
Just have to suck it up
Hang your head high
And try not to cry
But smile instead
The news I have to share
Came as a shock for me
And for all those I care
I would rather keep quiet
About this devastating disease
That is taking me away
Bit by bit
As it’s grip on me gets tighter
Until I breathe my last breath
I will until that day
Keep fighting Motor Neuron Disease
In my own way
So if you see me
Don’t shed tears
Or feel sorry for thee
I am not looking for sympathy
But to let you all know
What is wrong with me