A Day of Introspection

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Written: September 23, 2023 ___________________________________________________________ In the denizens of the grey-haired. Suppleness lingers, yet love is not shared Around a suitable quantum of melodrama A tangle of tales, deriving roads to nirvana Their quest looks to boost their path of life. As the action is close up, the picture is strife. Gambling on the outcome of one's own sake. If nothing less than how we die well is at stake. With delicacy, sophistication, and merriment. Days delve into the inner lives of residents. In the midst of dementia, remain confident, Despite setbacks, spirits remain resplendent. In this mansion, where time looms still, They decry solace and a sense of goodwill. Their tales unfold, akin to pages of a book, Each chapter reveals a disparate look. The day of insight into what is dear to them. Adds a raw vibe of vitality and spirit to the stem. They reclaim their identity and their voice. A record of all daily lessons was a neat choice. They share their stories, laughter, and tears, And in doing so, they conquer their fears. The day that delves into the inner lives, Links them all, akin to a tapestry of ties. Each character, a thread in the grand design, Weaving together a tapestry is so fine. Their lives intertwined, their stories entwined, Making something truly special and kind. And when the sun goes down on another day. They were changed irrevocably, in spirit sway. Since this is the place where love may be found. The day that they dive into their private ground. The query of their ultimate fate is at stake here. In a team, they don't groan as they tackle their fear. They handle the unknown with finesse and care. They've grown in size and inane in their square.

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Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 9/24/2023 5:01:00 AM

Hi Lesaad, a very true to life poem in your splendid talented creative way. Grey Haired and retired people still have a life to live and within a community in one of the wonderful estates they build here in South Africa ,they find and make friends and find a lot in common at the end of the day. Excellent poetry as always. Blessings and hugs dear friend Jennifer. Apologies I Have not been commenting for a month or so but to catch up with work in our business Proto Personnel, I was way behind.

Ink Empress

Date: 9/24/2023 1:38:00 AM

“In this mansion where time looms still” ah the way you weave words in an introspective manner that delivers so many profound truths of life and beyond is so very captivating and so heartfelt. Your thoughts here expressed in lines such as “ each character a thread in the grand design” so deep and true! When all is shared in laughter and stories, letting fears fade, everything else would seem so not necessary. As love always wins and kindness conquers all! What a beautiful and soulful write.

Valsa George

Date: 9/23/2023 9:43:00 PM

In the institutions and homes where grey haired denizens stay together, there is a kind of harmony and unity and as result with all set backs, their 'spirits remain resplendent'."They share their stories, laughter, and tears, And in doing so, they conquer their fears." Instead of being thrown into desolate corners of loneliness, they thrive in a community! Beautifully written and the facts of life are wonderfully stated.

Karen Jones

Date: 9/23/2023 2:21:00 PM

They share their stories, laughter, and tears, And in doing so, they conquer their fears This is my favorite line. So many lessons and inspiring words in one poem! LOVE IT