Compassion Poem

Poem Describing What Autism Feels Like

My son is on the autism spectrum. He was very speech-delayed as a toddler. He struggled with comprehension of questions being asked to him and he still struggles with slow processing and putting into correct wording what he wants to say. I wrote this poem with him in mind, along with so many others around the world--whether they feel trapped inside due to ASD, a comma, or some other circumstances that prevent them from being able to communicate their thoughts and feelings.

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Trapped Inside

Published by Family Friend Poems January 1, 2024 with permission of the Author.

I wish you could see the world through my eyes.
You'd understand me better and release fewer sighs.

There's so much that goes on inside my head.
So many thoughts and feelings that go unsaid.

There's so much that I want to share with you.
There are so many things I wish you knew.

I understand more than you will ever know.
More than this trapped soul is able to show.

Please don't lose patience or give up on me.
I fight every day to be the best I can be.

ABOUT THE POET:

Jennifer Lakhlani is a wife and mother of three residing in West Central Illinois. Mrs. Lakhlani has worn many hats over the years but found the most joy in elderly care. However, she has recently transitioned to a new path where she will be helping people of all ages connect to their roots through family history research.

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