This life! In fractions of exquisite escapades On reflection, I recount my almost fifty years Sacred encounters with others, no charades Life! Measured, in skipped heartbeats and tears Summed, in, profound loss, countless discoveries Treasuries of laughter and several valued reveries Death! Eulogies and obituaries. Life! In summaries And of you, I shall carry only the fondest memories How do I go on during the next fifty and beyond I will forgive, as often I’ve longed for forgiveness Listening with an open heart and slow to respond I promise to be of service. Actions be my witness Refusing to go through life on autopilot or high speeds I will proceed in fulfilling needs and doing good deeds
