I AM…

I am the first cry of birth

I am future’s yesterday

I travel with air

I float by wind

I leave footprints in the sand

I am part of Time’s perpetual gathering

I am the heartbeat’s passion

I am the mind’s synaptic fire of resolve

I am the day’s honesty

I am integrity’s everyday

I am compassion forever available

I am the feared enemy of prejudice

I am respect without exception

I am love always in progress

And yes…

I am gratitude’s message

For the many years of Needs met

And Wants held in patient dreams

Finally…

I am the smile you may use

On that day when your life determines

It’s time to lay down and embrace

A quiet peaceful end

As existence prepares another beginning