What Needs To Be Said and Done

What needs to be said and done Instead of getting wiser We get forgetful We think we can still do Everything with ease Can’t do the things The way we used to Forgetting we get older As if time could stand still While our weary bones Tell a different story And mirrors reflect The passing of years We used to be fearless But can't afford the luxury One careless miscalculation And we’d be sorry Things are different Not only in our heads Less busy doing More preoccupied with being Thinking about what Needs to be said and done Before it’s final curtains And time to say goodbye AP: Honorable Mention 2020 Submitted on September 24, 2017 for contest LATE SEPTEMBER PREMIERE sponsored by BRIAN STRAND