Tom Heston

Growing Up

Getting old and
turning grey,
I’m going downhill, but
what the hey.

Now I need glasses
and often reply
“what did you say?”
or “one more time.”

People tell me
“It beats the alternative” or
“You’re just getting wiser.”
But I feel old and
have now got arthritis.

So it’s time to give up.
Time for the young.
They can take over,
my daughter and sons.

But I am getting wiser!
and I like this alternative.
There’s still so much to explore
and so much I can give:

1. My dog needs a walk and
2. The sink needs fixed.
3. Chores need to be done…
… and so I’ve begun.

My bag of tricks
still overflows.
My cup runneth over
as everyone knows.

The party is still going,
it’s going ’til late.
But it’s time for my nap.
So can you guys wait?

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dedicated to those turning 50 on November 24th, 2009….

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inspiration, poetry | Tom | November 10, 2009

By Julie, November 23, 2009 @ 19:36

Thanks, Dr. Heston! I feel so much younger now. Now, if I could just find my keys . . .