Charles Henry Platten | Teen Ink

Charles Henry Platten

January 16, 2024
By 5platten SILVER, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
5platten SILVER, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
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Favorite Quote:
"It's not the clothes on the man it the man in the clothes" - Roscoe


I think my mind is fading. I can't remember what I'm saying.
People visit me often and mourn at the sight of my struggle. I am related to people I have never met. Sometimes I see things that are not real. I think I am insane - I have seen people show up in my photo album that are supposedly me. I thought I lived alone. I am 94 years of age. It is hard to find misplaced items. My head is throbbing in pain and hurts often. I don't know what's wrong with me but it seems others do.
I think my mind is fading, I can't remember what I am saying


The author's comments:

I was inspired to make this piece as a result of seeing a photo online of a glass doll's head breaking into shards. My grandpa has had some experiences like this however much less dramatic and I think that's why I felt so strongly connected to this piece. I want this piece to inspire others to spend time with family while they still have the time because soon we may not be able to remember them.


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