SILENT CURATOR

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SILENT CURATOR*
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Aging is not a thief,
but a silent curator,
selecting the finest moments,
the quiet triumphs,
the lessons learned in silence,
the wisdom that blossoms
like wildflowers in the cracks
of a once-bustling sidewalk.

So I embrace the years,
the softening edges of my spirit,
the grace of acceptance,
the gratitude for the journey,
for every heartbeat, every breath,
a reminder that life, in all its fleeting beauty,
is a gift wrapped in the delicate layers
of time.

*Note:This poem was originally published on Writer’ Monk’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com › thewritermonk).  This is my original poem.

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Valsa George

Date: 8/14/2025 10:05:00 PM

Truly beautiful is this poem on graceful aging. This acceptance makes old age one of bliss. Love the ending. I like all the images you have used, especially the one--"the wisdom that blossoms like wildflowers in the cracks of a once-bustling sidewalk." Have a beautiful weekend with Bill.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 8/15/2025 5:51:00 PM

thank you for visiting, Valsa. I appreciate you and your kind and complimentary words about my poem. They mean a lot to me. Hope you, too, have a wonderful weekend, hugs, Sara

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 8/14/2025 12:24:00 PM

I enjoyed reading your wonderful "Silent Curator" write/story. Love how you started this one. Age is just a number. I am still 25. Hahaha!!! Have a fun/blessed day writing away..............

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 8/14/2025 5:44:00 PM

thanks, Paula. I look forward to your visits and comments. In my mind's eye, I'm about 40, not 72. :-) Have a blessed evening, Sara

Joe Dimino

Date: 8/14/2025 5:40:00 AM

"a reminder that life, in all its fleeting beauty, is a gift wrapped in the delicate layers of time." -- Beautiful! love it! Dynamic ending.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 8/14/2025 5:43:00 PM

wow, Joe, thanks for your encouraging and enthusiastic comments. Color me grateful. Appreciate your visits and support...Have a great evening, Sara