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AGE
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For those who want to stay young

Now people say that thinking young
Will help you in your mind
But no matter just how young you think
The body will leave you behind

The ache's and pains inside your bones
Are simply through wear and tear
And thinking like a twenty year old
Won't help you climb a stair

And the wrinkles on your weathered brow
Caused from years of sun and rain
Won't suddenly fade and disappear
Let you start all over again

It's all part of nature's plan for us
So just fight it all you can
But none of us can take on time
Cause' we're simply mortal man

The cosmetic surgery that cost so much
May make you look so young again
But who wants to look like a movie star
And shuffle around in a walking frame

So thinking young may help the mind
But the bodies like an aging plant
And for those who want to be young forever
Well, I'm sorry friend, you can't
 

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 Reviews of "AGE"
Reviewed by Liana Margiva
Reviewed on November 20, 2009
I LIKE THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva

Reviewed on November 24, 2007
As much as we want to return to youth, we can't stop the natural progression of things: be grateful for every day! I am, because I was not expected to live as a babe. (Premature.) Every day I'm given is a blessing from God (and it sure beats the alternative!!). Excellent, Gerald.

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan
Reviewed on November 24, 2007
very true words here-a clever write

Reviewed by Chantilly Lace (Reader)
Reviewed on November 24, 2007
Enjoyed as always,age is only a number means nothing to me..have a wonderful day dear man...HUgsssssssssss

Reviewed by R Beeman
Reviewed on November 24, 2007
i do believe that age is just a mind thing also. my body is trying to play catch up with that thought and so far I am in better shape than i was 20 years ago. I believe perception has much to do with our later years in life. Stay active and more active if that is possible. there is always a little something we can beat our bodies into doing. interesting topic.

randy

Reviewed on November 24, 2007
I can relate to this one, Gerald. Yes. My mind may be young (48), but my body's convinced it's 78 some days! LOL Don't get around nearly as well as I used to. Great write; very well penned!

(((HUGS))) and love, your Tx. friend, Karen Lynn. :D


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