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The Pros of Ageing

Ageing has its cons that l know Yet it also comes with many pros Its a time of great joy and appreciation Life’s beauty and gifts hold boundless admiration Simple pleasures once just accepted Hold value and gratitude, not merely expected No longer do l care what is thought of me I know who l am and that makes me happy I don’t worry about the small stuff any more I know the importance in life that is for sure I know my flaws as l know my qualities For being me l make no apologies For me its simplicity now all the way Be kind, laugh lots, be myself…..because It’s all ok! So when the cons of ageing get you down Try your best to look around And see the pros there to be found!

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Gary Radice

Date: 7/21/2023 11:30:00 PM

Nice write Deb. I agree with the idea that age brings a greater understanding of and confidence with who you are. I keep telling myself 61 is the new 60. :) Cheers - Gary

Gershon Wolf

Date: 7/8/2023 8:42:00 PM

This is a FAVE for me, Deb. I just love the positive attitude, the mellowing, the attention to the important and the shrugging off of all that is vanity and unimportant. Bravo! Here's to aging gracefully, but more important, gratefully! Happiness and Joy, Gershon

Deb M
Date: 7/11/2023 5:26:00 PM

Aww thankyou BB….so very glad you liked it….its true though isnti it….ageing can be hard but we have to see the positives and beauty in it! Gracefully and gratefully all the way!! Cheers….Debx

Terrell Martin

Date: 7/8/2023 12:54:00 PM

WOW, so much brilliance in a few short verses. Living in my "Golden Years" I can appreciate every thought you've so eloquently expressed. Favorite line: "I know my flaws as l know my qualities, For being me l make no apologies." Write on, Terrell

Terrell Martin
Date: 7/8/2023 5:14:00 PM

Well deserved. I really like this poem...going straight to Favs):

Deb M
Date: 7/8/2023 5:12:00 PM

Why thankyou Terrell for such a glowing comment! Debx

Bill Baker

Date: 7/7/2023 3:46:00 PM

I agree with you, Deb. It's always better to look on the bright side of things ... the pros. Nice rhythm to your poem and wisdom in your words, my dear friend. Hugs, Bill

Deb M
Date: 7/8/2023 5:11:00 PM

Thankyou my texan buddy!! Always Debx

Nancy Kaufman

Date: 7/7/2023 12:40:00 PM

Hey Deb, Very sweet. They say "attitude is every thing" and you seem to have a great one. Have a blessed weekend.

Deb M
Date: 7/8/2023 5:11:00 PM

Cheers Nancy….Debx

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/6/2023 9:09:00 PM

Very good way of looking at things. I enjoyed this one a lot

Deb M
Date: 7/8/2023 5:10:00 PM

Hi Andrea…..thankyou so much….Debx

Robert Gorelick

Date: 7/6/2023 6:14:00 PM

What youth go through, unrealistic societal expectations, peer pressure, love's illusions crushed. etc. The fountain of youth's all dull as paint, Methuselah is my patron saint! Maurice Chevalier-from GiGi

Deb M
Date: 7/8/2023 5:10:00 PM

So very true Robert!! Debx

Paige Hind

Date: 7/6/2023 2:04:00 PM

I liked this. Made me smile. Great job!

Deb M
Date: 7/8/2023 5:08:00 PM

Good and thankyou Paige! Debx

Sotto Poet

Date: 7/6/2023 12:11:00 PM

The significance of appreciating the little joys in life, which were once taken for granted, is profound. Instead of assuming their presence, valuing and expressing gratitude for these simple pleasures is essential. Showing kindness, embracing laughter, and embracing one's true self are all important aspects of life. Ultimately, Deb, Your words beautifully convey the message that everything is alright.

Deb M
Date: 7/8/2023 5:09:00 PM

Simple joys are the purest of them all l do believe Lasaad! Always treasure your gracious comments! Debx

Jim Slaughter

Date: 7/6/2023 11:19:00 AM

Amen to that, Deb. Just like fine wine... aging always makes it better.

Deb M
Date: 7/8/2023 5:07:00 PM

Amen and Hallelujah!! Thanks Jim…Debx

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 7/6/2023 8:25:00 AM

Yes - Simple pleasures once just accepted Hold value and gratitude, not merely expected!!

Deb M
Date: 7/8/2023 5:06:00 PM

Thankyou lovely Kim! Debx

Vijay Pandit

Date: 7/6/2023 6:48:00 AM

Be kind, laugh lots, be myself…..because It’s all ok!--well said, Deb. A powerful message.

Deb M
Date: 7/8/2023 5:06:00 PM

Thanks Vijay always appreciate your comments! Debx

Charles Messina

Date: 7/6/2023 4:36:00 AM

We are who we are, Deb. Aging is a part of life and it sure as hell beats the alternative (lol). Besides, who the heck what others think...we know what we are...and you dear friend are a wonderful soul. Keep up the great poetry! Charlie x

Deb M
Date: 7/6/2023 5:56:00 AM

And you my friend are a real sweetie!!! Thankyou Charlie….Debx

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 7/5/2023 10:44:00 PM

I see too many cons these days. These medications will be the death of me. Should I care if I die? I'm at peace with my Lord. So occasionally I see some funny shorts like The Nanny. But I admire your resilience. Cuddles.

Deb M
Date: 7/8/2023 5:05:00 PM

Yes you should care Victor!!! Cuddles always….Debx