Aging Graciously~

“Act on your own inner truth, every moment of your life is important” ~ CrisSp

On my 18^th birthday, I was given a party

To celebrate a new beginning

It signals adulthood and that child’s play is over

A reminder was given to be wise and smart

For any decision I make will affect my future.

Now, it’s a whole new world to explore and conquer

The waves of enthusiasm continuously flow

But, adulthood came without any instructions

I have to deal with it graciously, learn as I go

So, the world could be proud and I can shout.

I’ve made it to the top with love intact my heart

I’ve fallen and failed, laughed and cried

Yet, I graciously pick up myself over again

Cheerfully welcomed the challenges of life

Reciprocating bitterness with a sweet smile of revenge.

I’ve grown beyond my own meager years

I cannot maintain this human form

Aging is like an illusion, how fleeting is a lifetime!

Look one more time on my radiant face

Before the dusk sets in and I fade away.

My aging body may become weak and frail

But my wandering soul will be at peace not weep

For I’ve humbly and respectfully aged graciously

So, when the wind chime and the earth comes calling

I’ll look up to the sky, quietly close my eyes and gracefully exit.

Copyright@CrisSp~TM/11-2012. "The heart of my soul speaks to the soul of my heart by writing." ~

Nothing last forever but the earth and sky...everything is dust in the wind.