Cruisin’ to reality
We came together there, as we both stopped
in mothership’s tubular entryway.
We were rushed along until we were dropped
Like embryos, at our cabin’s doorway.
Lastly, mothership roared when we emerged
into our new life upon the sea…. Where:
1
You see them snuggling ‘neath the nighttime stars
spending their time kissing and romancing.
Young folks who favor the lounges and bars
listening to their music and dancing.
They\'re always on their cell phones in the clubs.
Counting “likes” is their utmost endeavor
besides luxuriating in hot tubs..
When they eat, it’s like their last meal ever.
2
You’ll see the mature folks on jogging tracks
and pursuing amusement by daylight
or lying on deck chairs toasting their backs
yet, they’re in the theater every night.
They’ll be dining in the refined bistro
with the gentler music and sing along
as she sings and plays on the piano
each and every one of her old love songs.
3
The older folks in their “walkers” and “zimmers”
and those that may, hobble as best they can.
None in the pool, probably not swimmers.
Cigar club loners puffing on Cubans.
Elders in casinos spend too much time.
Bingo’s a popular experience.
Lots of seniors play it damn near full-time.
Sadly, time will end this extravagance.
4
White linen tablecloths and silver spoons
martini bars and shuffleboard courts
fine art, sculptures, and piano tunes
sightings of cathedrals and ancient forts
casinos to roll dice and bet on deals
all these creature comforts we hold dear
like, crews to make the beds and serve the meals
will end when the ship docks next at the pier.
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The cruise is done. Back to reality.
Though it feels like being stabbed with a knife.
Maybe soon, we’ll sail to Felicity
last port of call on the cruise ship of life.