Grab it Before it Passes

Tonight this full moon shines down, 
flooding my mind with old memories, 
of the way I used to be when 
I was younger, wilder, 
and free.

I know I can’t go back
and try to find those youthful days
that now haunt my mind
but I have no regrets of anything
that I might have left behind. 

Age demanded a high cost
and some of those things
I hoped to keep, got lost
in the mix when my years began
to fade away.

So don’t let your hopes go up in smoke
never treat life like it’s a joke
slow down and take the time to live
in the here and now.
Forget and
Forgive.

You will never have another chance
to pass this way again

Copyright © | Year Posted 2025



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Date: 3/31/2025 3:40:00 AM
Awww such a great poem and great words to live by brother Jerry oh wise one ha!! Just lovely….Debx
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Date: 3/26/2025 10:46:00 AM
"in the here and now. Forget and Forgive." There is a ray of hope in your voice, Jerry. Ty for sharing this lovely reminder.
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Date: 3/25/2025 5:34:00 AM
Truer words have never been spoken, Jerry. You are right, my friend. "Don't let hopes to go up in smoke, never treat life like it's a joke" Life is too short...we must cherish every moment. Thanks for stopping by with your awesome comments about my poetry...you made my day!
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Date: 3/24/2025 7:33:00 AM
Hello Jerry, I love the way you reflect on the full moon and the memories of youth is nostalgic and real. Your message about cherishing the present and not letting life slip by is so important, especially as we navigate the passage of time. Keep capturing the essence of life. Spring Blessings, My Friend, Daniel
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Date: 3/24/2025 6:37:00 AM
- Wise words of truth, Jerry :) - Grab it :) - hugs
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Date: 3/23/2025 2:13:00 PM
a wise and wonderful poem, jerry! you are so right about this!
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