Memories are beginning to cloud, as the years go by - so I will make new ones every day!
Although my spirit wishes to jump hurdles, swim the English Channel and travel the world; my body disagrees, as the years go by - so I will learn to enjoy new activities and give my body the respect it deserves.
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The news; it came as such a shock.
Innocent child, will he live on?
We stare as the seconds tick away on the clock,
and we pray for the demon to be gone.
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Human nature is a funny thing... selfish, at times.
Some, willing to take as much, as another is willing to give.
Fighting the urge to take, will allow your relationship to live!
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I watch my closest friends find love
as I sit on my perch watching from above
and I wonder... is there someone for ME?
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Every time you hear the sound of a singing bird, know I'm there with an encouraging word;
To lift your thoughts and lighten your load, to help you find your way, along life's curvy road.
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They call them the GOLDEN YEARS?
And in what way?
Am I wealthy? Did my hair turn blonde?
No, it's definitely GRAY!
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My heart aches with disappointment for the human race.
Why are we such a terrible disgrace?
Given the world on a silver platter...
What do we DO? What does it matter?
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Gratitude, is felt deeply in the heart,
and must come from a place of true
understanding.
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I knew what I felt wasn't right
The pain was deep and I struggled at
night.
Give this blood, take that test,
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Born in Massachusettes under the name Jeanne Pauline Dextraze, moved to San Diego, CA at 8 years of age. At 12, moved to Willimantic, CT. Married and raised 2 children. My Corporate Education & Training Consulting position with General Dynamics Corporation led to my eventual return to San Diego, CA where I was employed by Space Systems. Due to the later sale of my division to Lockheed Martin, I relocated to Littleton, CO and eventually transfered to Santa Clara, CA. I am now a retired grandmother of 6, who enjoys writing, music, ocean kayaking, swimming and travelling the world.)
As The Years Go By
Memories are beginning to cloud, as the years go by - so I will make new ones every day!
Although my spirit wishes to jump hurdles, swim the English Channel and travel the world; my body disagrees, as the years go by - so I will learn to enjoy new activities and give my body the respect it deserves.
I have hair in all the wrong places and more blemishes than a teenager (they call them 'age spots') , as the years go by - that's why they make tweezers, razors and anti-aging creams.
I mourn the loss of close friends, as the years go by - which has given me a greater appreciation for love and life.
As the years go by, I am grateful for what I have rather than what I've lost.
Instant gratification is not always a wise alternative to delayed gratification. Sometimes working harder or desiring something longer, makes the enjoyment of it, so much sweeter!