Winter of My Life
You know. . . Time has a way of moving quickly
And catching you unaware of the passing years.
It seems just yesterday that I was young,
Just married and embarking on my new life with my mate.
And yet in a way, it seems like eons ago,
And I wonder where all the years went.
I know that I lived them all...
And I have glimpses of how it was back then and of all my hopes and dreams...
But, here it is... The winter of my life and it catches me by surprise...
How did I get here so fast?
Where did the years go and where did my youth go?
I remember well...
Seeing older people through the years and thinking that those
Older people were years away from me and that winter was so far off
That I could not fathom it or imagine fully what it would be like...
But, here it is...
My friends are retired and getting grey...
They move slower and I see an older person now.
Some are in better and some worse shape than me...
But, I see the great change...
Not like the ones that I remember who were young and vibrant...
But, like me, their age is beginning to show and we are now those
Older folks that we used to see and never thought we'd be.
Each day now, I find that just getting a shower is a real target for the day!
And taking a nap is not a treat anymore... it's mandatory!
'Cause if I don't on my own free will... I just fall asleep where I sit!
And so, now I enter into this new season of my life unprepared
For all the aches and pains and the loss of strength and ability
To go and do things that I wish I had done but never did!!
But, at least I know, that though the winter has come,
And I'm not sure how long it will last...
This I know, that when it's over... Its over...
Yes, I have regrets.
There are things I wish I hadn't done..
Things I should have done, but indeed,
There are many things I'm happy to have done.
It's all in a lifetime...
So, if you're not in your winter yet...
Let me remind you, that it will be here faster than you think.
Whatever you would like to accomplish in your life, please do it quickly!
Don't put things off too long!!
Life goes by quickly. So, do what you can today,
As you can never be sure whether this is your winter or not!
You have no promise that you will see all the seasons of your life...
So, live for today and say all the things you want your loved ones to remember...
And hope they appreciate and love you for all the things
You have done for them in all the years past!!
Life is a gift to you.
The way you live your life is your gift to those who come after.
Make it a fantastic one.
~ And, Remember ~
"It is health that is real wealth
And not pieces of gold or silver."
~Author, Unknown
You know. . . Time has a way of moving quickly
And catching you unaware of the passing years.
It seems just yesterday that I was young,
Just married and embarking on my new life with my mate.
And yet in a way, it seems like eons ago,
And I wonder where all the years went.
I know that I lived them all...
And I have glimpses of how it was back then and of all my hopes and dreams...
But, here it is... The winter of my life and it catches me by surprise...
How did I get here so fast?
Where did the years go and where did my youth go?
I remember well...
Seeing older people through the years and thinking that those
Older people were years away from me and that winter was so far off
That I could not fathom it or imagine fully what it would be like...
But, here it is...
My friends are retired and getting grey...
They move slower and I see an older person now.
Some are in better and some worse shape than me...
But, I see the great change...
Not like the ones that I remember who were young and vibrant...
But, like me, their age is beginning to show and we are now those
Older folks that we used to see and never thought we'd be.
Each day now, I find that just getting a shower is a real target for the day!
And taking a nap is not a treat anymore... it's mandatory!
'Cause if I don't on my own free will... I just fall asleep where I sit!
And so, now I enter into this new season of my life unprepared
For all the aches and pains and the loss of strength and ability
To go and do things that I wish I had done but never did!!
But, at least I know, that though the winter has come,
And I'm not sure how long it will last...
This I know, that when it's over... Its over...
Yes, I have regrets.
There are things I wish I hadn't done..
Things I should have done, but indeed,
There are many things I'm happy to have done.
It's all in a lifetime...
So, if you're not in your winter yet...
Let me remind you, that it will be here faster than you think.
Whatever you would like to accomplish in your life, please do it quickly!
Don't put things off too long!!
Life goes by quickly. So, do what you can today,
As you can never be sure whether this is your winter or not!
You have no promise that you will see all the seasons of your life...
So, live for today and say all the things you want your loved ones to remember...
And hope they appreciate and love you for all the things
You have done for them in all the years past!!
Life is a gift to you.
The way you live your life is your gift to those who come after.
Make it a fantastic one.
~ And, Remember ~
"It is health that is real wealth
And not pieces of gold or silver."
~Author, Unknown
When I was in my 20's, I asked a friend how old she was. When she said "48" I remember thinking: "My god! She's so near death, yet doesn't seem to realize it!"
ReplyDeleteDuring our years on the fire department, my husband and I would look at the older ones in authority and wish they'd "get out of our way" and retire. (they were probably no older than 48).
When WE retired, it hurt so bad to realize WE were the ones considered "in the way" yet WE had the knowledge of the years in our brains and the younger ones merely had the youth and stamina.
Getting old HURTS in body AND mind. To be perfectly honest, I sometimes don't think I can take it.
Oh, so true lotta joy!
DeleteBut then, I'm still on the good side of 70 and not doing too badly for my age. But, oh God, how I wish I had taken that road trip to Alaska back when I was young...
LJ, you always seem to have the words to flesh things out. I always appreciate your honesty and forthright attitude.
DeleteThanks CC that was well worth the read. I go visit my parents once in awhile and everytime I do I say, "My god they are getting old". The clock is ticking faster for sure.
ReplyDeleteAgain thanks.. Great Read!!
Hope all is well or at least as good as it can be.
Brother, I haven't had much time in the last week or so to read any blogs but I hit yours hard this morning. You always have something to lift the spirit or get the blood pressure going. Either way I love it. Thank you.
DeleteWe are doing well right now.Mary is still gaining weight and her color is awesome. We go in for a cat scan Friday. Then we'll know better.
Amen CC.
ReplyDeleteX2 Six.
DeleteNow, you went and did it. Great post. My wife pointed out to me the other day. That I was just like my father....... Ten years ago. I thought, I can't be that old. But, I am.
ReplyDeleteThis post says so much. And it is true. Now, more than ever, I need to get a Harley, again. My first one was a little AMF Sportster.
Thanks for a great post.
I had to sell mine last year. It hurt big time. I'm looking at getting a trike, one of those Can-Ams, or a a side car rig. I sure miss it.
DeleteGreat read, we see our lives passing us by in our children's growth ...........
ReplyDeleteThanks....;-)
You are most welcome.
DeleteJust wonderful and posted. I remember when I was in military school and we were discussing the year 2000. When I realized I would be in my fifties by then, it seemed so distant that I never gave it another thought.
ReplyDeleteMy head says I'm still 17.
DeleteThat is a real nice piece.
ReplyDeleteI've checked some of your other posts from the archive - another source of wisdom. I shall visit often. Thanks for your efforts.
Timbo
PS (got here from Feral, which came from Knuckedragging, which came from AWD ...!)
That's an interesting road you have traveled to get here. ;)
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