Reflection

Life has a way of passing quickly
before we know it time has flown
we have unknowingly grown old
when we still feel young at heart
but our hair has gotten grey
our skin has begun to wrinkle
our thoughts on life  become 
reflective....
on what we should have done
what we should not have done
each day becomes a blessing
time spent with family
memories we try to make
while we are still here on earth
creating a positive outlook
upbeat....
yet sadness creeps into us
for we realize time is short
and we are getting older
life and death and yes taxes
will have to be paid
full filled....

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Date: 5/6/2025 12:51:00 PM
Deep introspective reflections here, dear Phyllis... Time waits for no one and your poem will be one many reflect on...
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Phyllis Babcock
Date: 5/11/2025 9:59:00 AM
Thanks S1 for your comment. Life has a way of slipping away faster than we realize. love phyl
Date: 4/28/2025 3:28:00 PM
Great and relatable poem about ageing and reflection Phyllis! Debx
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Phyllis Babcock
Date: 5/11/2025 9:57:00 AM
Thanks Deb. Happy Mother's day. Yes age is creeping up faster than we like. love phyl
Date: 4/28/2025 12:15:00 PM
What a wonderful write you have here. Time goes by so very fast and faster as we get older. Wonder Why??? "Good Luck" if for a contest. Have a wonderful spring day writing away.........
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Phyllis Babcock
Date: 5/11/2025 9:56:00 AM
Thanks for your comment Paula. Happy Mother's day. love phyl
Date: 4/28/2025 9:35:00 AM
- Thoughts I've often thought about in recent years... the years go by faster and faster... I wish there was a button that could slow down the speed, dear Phyllis :) - A lovely poem which gives a lot to think about :) - hugs
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Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 4/28/2025 10:39:00 AM
U 2
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Phyllis Babcock
Date: 4/28/2025 10:29:00 AM
Had supper with the family last night and just realizing how fast everyone is growing older. Time does not wait. Have a blessed day my friend. hugs. love phyl
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