Now That I'm Old

I understand that in your mindset You think you’re entitled to judge me Though you know nothing of my life My youth is gone and spent I couldn't solve the problems of the world I don't think I even made a dent I loved those who surrounded me In whatever way I could I'm a woman so it was in my nature I catered to a million bosses I'm exhausted yes it's true but now It’s finally time I listen to the boss within How much time I have I guess I’ll never know but I’m aiming to savor every single minute I'm a creator first and foremost And while I see the end approaching I still have so much more to say So forgive me if I cut you off Or if I don't sound interested It’s just that precious time is fleeting I won’t engage when talking politics I've heard enough about injustices To last me a couple lifetimes I’ve earned the right to sit back Let others step up and try their utmost To solve the travesties of the world I'm getting old and time for me is ticking I may be selfish but what time I may have left Is mine to focus on creating AP: Honorable Mention 2021 Submitted on June 1, 2021 for contest ALL YOURS (JUN 3) sponsored by BRIAN STRAND - RANKED 1ST Originally posted on May 18, 2021