Hold On To Prized Ways

As people start to age wisdom gains an edge Regrets wish to reassess to honor old pledge Memories once sour, clamor to turn a page Wisdom gains an edge as people start to age Truth that once was remains the guiding light Stars that twinkled then still sparkle bright Departures from veracity mount a bold pause Remains the guiding light, truth that once was Past manifests anew when future looks bleak Reminiscing old revelry when grief tries to peek Cherishing pleasant thoughts wishing to renew When future looks bleak, past manifests anew Hold on to prized ways when life gives a test Conquests aren't easy when aiming for the best Doctrines beholding virtue are worthy of praise When life give a test, hold on to prized ways July 16, 2018 NOTE: This poem is a Swap Quatrain.