Getting Old

Getting old

When I was young I never thought about getting old
The years have past and I still hate the cold

When I was young I didn’t ever think
My life could pass by in just a blink

Now I’m one of the old men
It’s a big change from way back when
 
Some days it can be hard to get dressed
It’s a little easier to get undressed

It can be hard to put on shoes
I also need to turn up the sound to hear the news

Driving can be hard for some of us
We give up the car and take the bus

What may be hardest is to go to bed with a friend
Hoping to make it to the end
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Kannan Avatar
December 16, 2010 at 4:37 PM
dear michael, the mind rules the body never let that decay keep it alive each one of us have been given life and we are connected due to that and nothing else so celebrate life in a different manner you are blessed with life so do as much as your body can do and relax and think over all those beautiful moments...sunkan
Sweetheart Avatar
October 10, 2010 at 8:08 AM
Such exquisite lines here my W.K. .. a great perspective on aging.. something none of us can avoid..luv.. but just make the most of it.. I am always calling Ron my old man yet some days he can run circles around me..not too often though..haha.. a great introspective piece..luv.. your J.G. forever ..'hi' to fair lady of yours..Roseanna..
Kendrick Avatar
October 9, 2010 at 4:00 PM
Heart attack, huh? Sara
Brown Avatar
October 8, 2010 at 11:16 AM
I have enjoyed reading your poetry today Michael. Have a wonderful weekend. Love, Carol
Shetley Avatar
October 7, 2010 at 7:52 PM
I'm getting there hon! Very thought-provoking piece you've written, well done my friend!
Mehta Avatar
October 7, 2010 at 5:37 PM
Getting old is a state of mind. I think one can be young by heart Michael
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