A Year Older Poem by Ibrar Siddiqi

Today was my birthday.
Felt as old as I wanted to be..
Didn't matter as I am still as grounded as can be.
Could reflect upon what I have acheived.
The people I lost, love or whom I have grieved.
I could on about my old car.
Or the government flat that's hard to heat.
I dont' want to be pessimistic.
But my life is getting better, slowly.

When you are younger, you have dreams of fame and fortune.
As you get older, you start singing the song of reality.
I bought some clothes, a film and music..
But I was lonely tongiht.
My wife loving me by phone with words of kindness..
I feel like I should shed a tear.
But all that is my heart is solace enough.
Happy Bithrday to all born on this day.
Be happy and enjoy the rest of the day.
That's why I am glad to be older by a year.
More happier and less fear.
The older I get, the better I will be.
Happy Birthday to me.

I Siddqii 28.02.2009