Our Aging Years
We too quickly pass through many rich planes of life
Experiencing the sweet juices of aspiring ambition
That keeps feeding a burgeoning internal hunger of need
With stimulating challenges of goal-centered missions.
Then when the height of accomplishment is reached
A terrible emptiness festers and starts to grow deep inside
Inspiring a craving hunger for new undertakings
To fill up the abysmal hole too purposeless to abide.
What does one do when eventual old age
Weakens its resolve toward mindful savored goals
When the silver strands of the aging body start tearing away
Life’s glorious seasons in all its many roles?
What will these wrinkled hands find to keep busy with then
When time seals the options of all we like to do?
When nothing but the wise old mind keeps us young
Still looking and yearning for goals anew.
Age hinders the wondrous acquisition of activity
Limits considerably what we can and cannot choose
Yet, must we subscribe to sitting all day reading the paper
And dwelling simply on the daily news?
Dear Lord, don’t think that I’m not abundantly grateful
For this aging temple graciously supplied by God above
And for the many healthy years He’s given me
Scattered with problems, but rich with joy, happiness, and love.
I’m thankful, but I will not go easy into that good night
Nor will I give up my quest for life’s wondrous mission
I’ll fight and conquer the impediments in my path
And never stop striving for a busy life rich with ambition.
© 2008 Jeanette Cooper
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Anna
My friend, you are a beacon of light to guide us all,
Grant us the privilege of enjoying more of your pieces
So we, too, don't fall.
With respect and admiration,
Richard
It is Special!
Sheila
Regis
we still have each other. Wonderful friends and a beautiful family that now includes three great-grandchildren and one on the way. Each a sight for sore eyes! There is sadness, there is pain, there are worries and regrets. Would I go back and make changes? Sure. But not a lot. Mistakes are a part of life! L i f e is what we treasure, right? Continuing to grow and l o v e. Give praise where praise is due!! Thank you for sharing this. Thank you even more for being y o u ! Hugs and Happy Surprises, Phyllis
Nor will I give up my quest for life’s wondrous mission"
You have the secret Jeanette. A study was done a few years back about a Catholic convent for retired nuns where the average age was 90+. The study revealed that the reason for their collective longevity was that they all remained active and involved in physical and mental pursuits. Most importantly they kept on learning something new including the complex world of computers.
It sorta puts a new twist on "keep on truckin".
Peace,
Marcia
Ted