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Aging is real and can't be stopped, attitude and living life is another thing entirely.

Thinking Young

Thinking Young
By Franklin Price
7/27/2019
(A request from Marsha)

Years have gone, can't bring them back
Can't stop the chiming clock
Memories and attitudes
Help your views when taking stock

There is no magic wishing booth
There are friends and family
To help you make the very best
Of where you are or want to be

Make the best of what you have
Of each day you're going through
Talk with the youngters when you can
You'll find they'll keep you younger too

Don't dwell on thoughts like “woe is me”
Don't dwell on days of yore
Make the best of where you are
That's what maturity is for

When glancing in the mirror
Look your reflection in the eye
Resolve to make the best of age
Don't let those wrinkles make you sigh

May be looking at a face with age
The skin may be a little slack
With a little bit of effort
There will be young eyes looking back
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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