Misspent Youth

The face I see in the mirror Is lined with fun-filled years With hope and disillusion Some laughter and some tears I spent my youth not knowing What life would give to me Those years of pleasure seeking In an effort to be free I've loved and well quite often At times I've been alone I planted many memories Have reaped the seeds I've sown Life has been good to me it's true And also it's been sad But friends and family abound They are the best I've had However,I'm filled with regret For dreams that came undone With youthful pride I played my hand And lost them every one When I look back on things I've done Quite amazing I'm alive! Perhaps the road was meant to wind To this place I arrive So now I wish for luck and love In this world I have made Youth not forgotten yet I know Such is the price I've paid