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When I Am Old

When I am old I want to dance aglow
With the music coming from the radio
The steps we take may be only a few
But, the"Tennessee Waltz" I'll dance with you--
Hold me close so I can feel your presence
Swaying together e'en when out of breath

When I am old I would like to discuss
All things, anything that brings joy to us
Perhaps we'll see a crowd of daffodils
In our mind's eye or on the hill for real
There may be a shepherd and flock of sheep
Crossing a flowing stream from hill so steep

When I am old I want to hear laughter,
You will enjoy my words as I do yours
Building new memories that will endure
Whether writing words or painting pictures --
To have these simple things I'd be so blessed
Because within my shell lies happiness
     -E. Pearl Anderson

Copyright © E. Pearl Anderson | Year Posted 2008

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E. Pearl Anderson Date: 11/21/2008 7:36:00 AM Thank you for your kind words. I am pleased that you can "feel the nostalgia and love jump(ing) off the page" and Carrie, I hope all of this comes to your life. E. Pearl Login to Reply

Carrie Richards Date: 11/20/2008 6:53:00 AM This poem says everything I too, would love to have in my life...you painted the perfect and peaceful place to spend our late years! Nicely done!~ Carrie Login to Reply

Tom Beaudet Date: 11/20/2008 6:49:00 AM Evelyn, this is a very beautiful poem. I can feel the nostalgia and love jump right off the page. I think it has potential to be better. I've read it several times over, and I hope I'm not overstepping my bounds, here is an example.** To dance aglow, when I am old with music coming from the radio It may only be in steps of few the "Tennessee Waltz" I'll step with you ** Just trying to help as I would want others to help me. Thanks for sharing, and I hope I haven't offended you. Tom Login to Reply