Ann Gilmour Poet Free verse

My Time To Die

Some days I find it difficult to find a simple word
I know it’s somewhere deep inside
I search in vain and wonder 
what is going on inside my brain

The aging process has begun
so please believe me when I say, it really is no fun
For every day new challenges, to encounter, come to light
Living gets more difficult - problems multiply over night

Aches and pains are so restricting
all I want to do is walk
with each step I feel so slow
just want to run and have some fun
before Grim Reaper calls…

So please I beg for just one day
and when the sun shines I’ll make hay
to do the things that make me smile
and smell those roses for a while

To contemplate my life thus far
a rich and varied tapestry
a life so full with joy and laughter
memories made - cherished hereafter

When finally my time is nigh, my spirit and soul will soar up high
and waving Mother Earth goodbye, I’m ready to leave ~ my time to die

Written 21st June 2019  ~  the longest day ~ don’t go away…

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Panagiota Romios June 24, 2019 at 6:55 PM Anne, most assuredly, I can relate to you.i always remember those downing A poisonous chemo pills trying to live just another year? And then I honestly get grateful for my pain and memory lapses. I was watching a dog show, how I love the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Maybe in the Next life, I cam have one? -)) Bless you sweet Anne! Panagiota Ann Gilmour June 26, 2019 at 1:18 AM You really are a breath of fresh air Panagiota, I love your total honestly and always enjoy your comments - thank you dear friend. With kindest thoughts Ann xx

Gordon Mcconnell June 22, 2019 at 3:12 PM A good write Ann, on a subject many shy away from. I like your rhyme and flow along with positives to overcome the sadness that can affect this subject. Have a great weekend, Gordon Ann Gilmour June 22, 2019 at 5:01 PM Many thanks Gordon for your lovely comments and welcome visit. You too have a lovely weekend. With kindest thoughts Ann xx

Arturo Michael June 21, 2019 at 5:53 PM Are you ready....it's coming for sure...the reaper might be knocking on your front door...You expressed your feeling well...enjoyed it... Ann Gilmour June 21, 2019 at 5:59 PM No not really I will request an extension, haha. Thank you Arturo for your lovely visit and comments, I really appreciate them. With kindest thoughts Ann xx