Reflections

Just recently, upon a winter, so long, so cold, so mean I stopped to reflect upon summers past; so warm, so bright, so green I stumbled about a darkened house; made dim by a raging storm outside. I thought about the warmth of spring; the joy and comfort of my bride. I paused before a mirror; gaze upon the reflection of my aging face. I think of times now long gone by; ponder why time does so quickly race. I wondered at the twists of fate; the path that brought me here. I remember my many friends and family; folks I continue to hold so very dear. I think about the distant past; the generations that have gone before I realize that the likes of me and mine; are what they were living for. I ponder on one question; the real meaning of my life I give thanks for all the good things; especially for my loving wife. I am thankful for my children; now with children of their own. As we grow older, to face the future; but hopefully not alone Oh so hopefully not alone.