James Edward Lee Sr. Poet Rhyme

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WHAT MATTERS!

What matters I’m 5
Kindergarten freedom vives
No longer hangin wit mom
With my own peers now

What matters when 15
I’ll be video gaming
Skateboarding, bike riding
Doin some 10th grade studying

What matters when I’m 30
Getting out of debt
Saving for retirement WORRY
Dropping toxic dynamics

What matters when 50
Keeping maintaining good health
Stilled financial security
Medical preventive screenings wealth

Matters what at 70
Independence and mobility
Ableness to walk, talk, see
Pain free living active be


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9/16/26
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