I Remember When…

I remember those days so long ago

when life was new and awesome to behold.

I remember endless, yes endless summer days

That played out in youth’s perpetual haze.

I remember walking the woods of my youth.

Seeking answers to life’s questions, demanding proof.

I remember old barns and the sweet smell of hay.

I recall reading dime store novels while escaping the rain.

I remember the sounds as the rain pelted the barns old tin roof.

I remember awakening from soft dreams thinking I knew truth.

…OH THESE ENDLESS DAYS OF A YOUNG MAN”S YOUTH…

Yes I do remember when…

I remember five cent Pepsi’s and tons of penny candy.

I remember picking peaches and a girl so sweet named Sandy.

Yes I remember when…but that was then.

Now that I have grown old and I have seen and lived many a thing.

I still in my mind’s eye smell the hay and listen to the soft patter of rain.

Oh yes, I remember when.

J. Allen Wilson © 6/16/2011