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Only Time Will Tell

As I walk alone Through the thickened forest path, thinking to myself. Have I done enough... in my life to please the Lord? What else can I do? I tried to do good. I tried my best to be kind, thoughtful and caring. My children, bless them. They made me a happy man. How long will I live? How long will they live? Long past when I'm gone...I hope, and pray to the Lord. And my grandchildren I am blessed to have them all. Hmm...will I have more? My dear wife, my love I want to die before her. I can't bear the thought... of losing my love. I wonder, if the Lord knows... I want to die first. I guess...only time will tell.

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Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 8/21/2023 2:13:00 PM

Introspection unveils emotions we question in a life lived to its fullest. A beautiful write Charlie. Congratulations! :)

Sam Kauffman

Date: 8/20/2023 8:49:00 PM

Oh Charlie, this poem comes straight from a loving, caring heart. This poetic form is so perfect for your musings and deep thoughts. Congratulations on your win! Blessings and all good to you!

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 8/20/2023 6:27:00 PM

Charles, your rumination is common as we age. I know well! Did we do enough? Who will die first? Heavy questions! Congratulations on your placement in my contest!

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 8/15/2023 7:19:00 AM

i say the same to MY HUSBAND OR WE MIGHT RIDE OVER A CLIFF AT A CERTAIN AGE, IF AND EVER WE GET THERE - SORRY ABOUT CAPS MY FRIEND BUT IT HAS ALWAYS BEEN MY DEFAULT. YOUR POEM IS SO TOUCHING AND SO HEARTFELT. A fave FOR ME. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 8/9/2023 3:33:00 AM

- Wishes that I share with you ... but, only time can tell :) - Good luck in the contest with this lovely poem, Charlie :) - hugs

The Situation

Date: 8/8/2023 7:11:00 PM

It's a prayer that should be spoken. Dying first is a natural request.

Mike Gentile

Date: 8/8/2023 7:51:00 AM

We can never know which is why the "now" is so important to appreciate ! A lovely poem this is to read to day Charlie and I'm sure you will be heard! Happy Tuesday!

Tom Woody

Date: 8/8/2023 7:38:00 AM

We weren't meant to lose one another. I've always thought that one of the biggest blows against evolution is this: if death is a natural thing, part of the cycle of life ingrained in us for countless eons, why does it still hurt us? The answer? Death is an enemy, and is slated for oblivion - Revelation 21:4. Nice poem Charlie