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Mirror On the Wall

What was is now in the past How those years do not last A look at your younger self No longer appears in the mirror Ticking of the clock, then time seemed so slow Now it flies like the blink of the eye Another week passes by The hair once flowed vibrant in color Now thinning with strands of white The skin had a nice healthy glow Now wrinkles and lines flow Youth has come and gone Mirror on the wall when did my youth take that fall. 10/25/13

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Julia Ward

Date: 8/16/2015 2:08:00 PM

People say I'm lucky as time doesn't fly for me... I am happy about that!

Debbie Duncan

Date: 11/5/2013 4:11:00 PM

Love it ,,,,, this is so true. I just turned 58 Oct 7th,,, my mom always did say " your're not going to be young forever. So enjoy it while you can. Very nice write Phyl, and thank you for coming to read my SKY DANCER,, have an awesome day ;}

Jerry Bolton

Date: 11/5/2013 9:22:00 AM

Yep. I resemble this poem of yours, Phyllis, unfortunately. Still, I have led a very colorful life and survived to be who I am today. I have forgiven all that merited forgiveness and then forgave myself who needed it most of all. 'm on the short end of the stick as for as living goes, and I am at peace with the world, and most importantly, with me. Thanks for the read.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 10/30/2013 7:02:00 AM

... then there is something wrong with your mirror Phyllis ... Buy a mirror that is younger .... - Young at heart ... young in mind .... -Well written! - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Karen Anglesey

Date: 10/30/2013 12:26:00 AM

Clever and contemplative humor. Enjoyed the creativity :)

John Loving Iii

Date: 10/28/2013 12:59:00 PM

poetry not only rhyming but also being more meaningful. with substance that concerns all of us. good one.

Robert Pettit

Date: 10/26/2013 11:15:00 PM

The last time I was asked for my ID at a local bar (about 12 years ago), I took it as the best compliment I had received in a while. If I look like I'm under 21 at the age of 44, then I must be doing something right. This is a very descriptive write.

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 10/26/2013 6:16:00 AM

Inspiring expressions on the life we live, quite emotional and thoughtful, Phyllis

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 10/26/2013 2:02:00 AM

I can tell you exactly when. It is around age 50 to 60. hahaha. sorry, just had to get that in. WE still have some good years left in us, dearie. Luv ya and your poem!!