Conversational Twists and Turns

Topics of conversation seem to change as we approach maturity. As kids we talked of love - now it's lumbago and social security! It once was enlightening to simply discuss the weather, But now it's a litany of their ills when oldsters get together! When a teen we bragged about that first voluptuous kiss. Now all we can do is talk about such and lamentably reminisce! Girls whispered amongst themselves and cast a furtive glance, At the high school "hunk" pining for a torrid romance! In our courting days, sweet talk we'd whisper in the other's ear. Now it seems we must yell to be heard unlike in yesteryear! As married folks we debated about money, bills and kids, Exasperating table-pounding sessions where we'd flip our lids! Seems that no matter where senior brethren congregate, With each other their aches and pains they must enunciate, Discussing the woes of arthritis, phlebitis and laryngitis, Bronchitis, bursitis, gingivitis, dermatitis and gastritis! I reckon I could simply say, "Gee, you're looking swell!" Then perhaps upon these gloomy topics they might not dwell. I enjoy repartee with folks about religion, politics and sports, But talk of doom and gloom leaves me sorta outta sorts! Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired © All Rights Reserved