Fewer Days

My days are numbered
I sense scant few
no count on precisely
but know that its true.

I might make some changes
if only I knew
though change is unlikely
not having a clue.

Looking out over yonder
past some fog in my brain
no foretelling the future
as the days they do wane.

Passing thoughts
.......introspection
not a fatalist view
just a self realization
the days remaining are few!

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Date: 8/25/2025 10:54:00 AM
Mark, you put this very well. Our time to live is quite short indeed. Some of us are lucky to be able to live well. I suspect you are one of the lucky ones!! Smiles!!
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Date: 8/26/2025 8:36:00 AM
My luck is a simple daily acknowledgement of every day being on top of the green, is a good day! Thanks Duke!
Date: 8/19/2025 5:12:00 PM
introspection and self realization are important anytime, for none of us know the days remaining. Kind of sombering, isn't it? have a pleasant evening, Sara
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Date: 8/20/2025 7:19:00 AM
That is for sure, Thank you Sara!
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