As You Grow Older

As you grow older, they fade into oblivion 
The friends you once revered, 
The company you once adored, 
Like flowers, they fade and fall by the wayside
You go through life alone 
And no one cares to know
Your pains they cannot share 
And the trouble they cannot feel
As you grow older, 
Their motives become clearer 
Yesterday's fondness dissipates 
Time has conquered their love 
And you are left alone 
With memories of lies 
The lie of friendship 
Mocked by time
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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