I Know....I Am Indeed....A Fortunate Man Poem by James B. Earley

....Temporary...the present scene
Tomorrow's but a future dream....
The precious past is all I have to hold and claim
....Clinging fast....reminiscent
Awesome memories omnipresent...
My reliving every moment...thus explained

....Varied writings that I write
Emotionally providing some insight....
Fundamentally I'm indeed a fortunate man
Throughout the many ups and downs
Spiritually in life....I've found
Along the way there's always been the helping hand

....In mind's eye...thinking back
Very first memory 'twas in fact.....
My possessions included not a single crumb
.....Forgive me if you will
In the past I'm dwelling still....
That precursor of poignant memories yet to come

...Throughout life's many ups and downs
In darkest moments....I have found.....
Along the way there's always been the helping hand
......Gratitude....'tis owed
Multiple kindnesses bestowed....
And so I know I am indeed......a fortunate man