Why Were the Old Days Better Than These

Do not say, “Why were the old days better than these?” For it is not wise to ask such questions.

Ecclesiastes 7:10

WHY WERE THE OLD DAYS BETTER THAN THESE

Thank you God for the warmth in this cup of coffee.
Like mittens on my hands, a loving touch to my face.
I wrap my fingers around the panoramic scene of snow.
Red, white and green trees firmly planted. Snowflake
designs and its song implied, “Baby it’s cold outside.”

My purple sweatshirt and blue plaid socks harmonise.
The time of year we look for snow to fall on shoulders,
my own, but my hair’s dyed - many a Winter, fools.
I stay in shape the best I can - guarded, punching life.
Thank you God for wisdom, deep and coffee strong.

11/15/2022
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Kendrick Avatar
December 2, 2022 at 3:44 AM
A nice cup of coffee(decaf) helps start the day with warmth, flavor, aroma and feelings of belonging. Sometimes we forget to thank God for the little things in life. I enjoyed reading this one. Thanks for sharing and for dropping by my page with congrats. Sara
Rodrigues Avatar
December 2, 2022 at 4:50 AM
Thank you, Sara!
Hawkins Avatar
November 27, 2022 at 12:19 AM
I enjoyed reading this lovely thankful verse, Kim. It may be cold outside, but Your poem expresses the constant warmth you feel inside and your appreciation for nature Thank you.
Rodrigues Avatar
December 2, 2022 at 4:51 AM
Love the seasons! Thank you, Shirley!
George Avatar
November 19, 2022 at 3:09 AM
Kim, it seems that you enjoy winter and you are thankful for everything ! I appreciate your attitude. Beautiful poem
Rodrigues Avatar
December 2, 2022 at 4:51 AM
Thank you, beautiful lady!
Kaufman Avatar
November 17, 2022 at 7:26 AM
Hi Kim, You paint such lovely imagery with your words in this poem. It also shares your deep spiritual beliefs that keep you grounded. very very nice. Nancy
Rodrigues Avatar
December 2, 2022 at 4:52 AM
Thanks so very much! :)
Gasun Avatar
November 16, 2022 at 6:00 AM
Awesome write my dear friend Kim. Thanking God for all the times in our life. So delighted to read this very uplifting poem of yours and the biblical verse that goes with it. Thanks a lot for sharing. God bless you always and your writings. Hugs
Rodrigues Avatar
December 2, 2022 at 4:52 AM
God bless you too, Len, and thank you!
Lawless Avatar
November 16, 2022 at 5:16 AM
Tis said...."too soon old, too late wise" but memory is the fluffy stuff we wrap the truth in. Nicely written Kim..."wisdom deep, and coffee strong"...
Rodrigues Avatar
December 2, 2022 at 4:53 AM
Wisdom deep and coffee strong…love that! Thanks, John!
Buhagiar Avatar
November 16, 2022 at 1:02 AM
Old days bring wonderful memories. but old age brings wisdom. Hugs.
Rodrigues Avatar
December 2, 2022 at 4:54 AM
Yes, we are blessed to experience both. We also learn to be patient with the young when we remember back. Be blessed, dear one!
Daniel Avatar
November 15, 2022 at 7:14 PM
We sure must be grateful for what we have rather than grumble about what was, well written, Kim:)
Rodrigues Avatar
November 15, 2022 at 8:13 PM
Thank you, Jo!
Wolf Avatar
November 15, 2022 at 7:07 PM
That last line is just perfect, Kim: Visions of the Mind stretching to the skies; humanity firmly anchored at the kitchen table. Great! :) gw
Rodrigues Avatar
November 15, 2022 at 8:12 PM
I appreciate that, Gershon!
Roper Avatar
November 15, 2022 at 11:50 AM
Inspiring verse, good one. Blessing my friend.
Rodrigues Avatar
November 15, 2022 at 1:38 PM
Thank you, Eve! xx
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