The Changes in Me

Accidental Poet



 

As the days go by

I look back on my life

I see the past drift away

Filled with joys and strife

 

Events that made me happy

Some that caused me grief

I’m like an ever-aging tree

Saddened by a fallen leaf

 

But as Winter turns to Spring

My smile finds new reason

New hope for the world

New compassion in the season

 

Life has taught me

A lot about love

Where it comes from

And all it speaks of

 

I used to write more

Reading also caught my eye

As I get older

Not as easy but I try

 

My body slowing down

Thoughts linger long and lean

I wonder of my final breath

When it comes and what it means

 

The life I lived

The man I strived to be

The pride in my name

The changes in me

  • Author: Sharon\'s Poet (Pseudonym) (Offline Offline)
  • Published: January 13th, 2025 11:39
  • Comment from author about the poem: I wrote the poem, and like many times before I found a song with the same title. Maybe some things are meant to be. 🤔
  • Category: Reflection
  • Views: 20
  • Users favorite of this poem: Teddy.15, Cheeky Missy
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  • sorenbarrett

    Reflecting on one's life and what it has been. These are thoughts that become more common as one grows older. Very nicely written

    • Accidental Poet

      Thanks for the read and compliment sore. Always appreciated. 😊👍

    • TobaniNataiella

      A lovely reflection on one`s life and the changes that happened along the way, really enjoyed the read

    • Tony36

      Great write

      • Accidental Poet

        Thanks Tony, appreciate the compliment. 😊👍

        • Tony36

          You're welcome

        • Jerry Reynolds

          A fine write, AP

          • Accidental Poet

            Thanks Jerry for the read and compliment. Much Appreciated. 😊👍

          • Teddy.15

            Be proud always of who you are dear A.P. 🌹

          • Cassie58

            A lyrical write AP and very much enjoyed too. I believe as we age, many look back and reflect on their journey. Taking stock so to speak. Nicely rhymed stanzas. All best wishes.

            • Accidental Poet

              Thanks Cassie. Glad you like it. Best wishes to you as well. 😊👍

            • Goldfinch60

              We all change in life AP but each day we learn something new gives us a better way to go forward.

              Andy

            • orchidee

              Good write AP. My life's got worse since KP, and that's a fact! lol.

              • Accidental Poet

                Well Orch, you could always trade her in for a newer model. 😁

              • Tom Dylan

                I have to say, AP, this is one of your best yet. Absolutely loved it. The way it flowed, the theme, all of it, just brilliant.

                • Accidental Poet

                  Thank you so much Tom. I don't write and read like I used to, but when something really gets my attention and won't let go I always end up here with it. Thanks for the compliment. 😁👍

                • Thomas W Case

                  Superb work.

                • Dan Williams

                  "an ever-aging tree Saddened by a fallen leaf", so profound. Nicely done.

                  • Accidental Poet

                    Thanks Dan. Sometimes the words just fall into place. 😊👍



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