(A serious another way of looking at birthdays)
They wish me 'HAPPY BIRTHDAY'
or even 'many happy returns of the day'.
My folks send me gifts and greeting
congratulating me
on a life that's fleeting?
I can act pessimistic on this
To see the hour-glass of life half empty
rather than half full.
For I can vision each birthday
as a step closer to old age
A step closer to dreaded death
It's hard to look forward to going gaga or decrepit
when smooth skin would become crumpled, wrinkled
The age of doddering limbs half in the grave
Thus in one aspect each birthday to me
is a step closer to the end of a lifetime
A step closer to the unwanted guest - senility
That reverting to child-like debility
The dwindling of all agility
So I've mixed feelings about celebrating
the nearing of the time when
we'd play back 'em' flash-backs
and in the mind re-live our life tracks
when everything would trickle down to mere memories
with ample time to linger upon life's souvenirs
When we would merely walk down memory lane
So to see it this way
A birthday is a step forward
but towards thy graveyard
The road might be longer
or unfortunately
end abruptly
in a short cut
to heaven or to hell
bard or no bard!
Yet despite knowing all this, I'm always happy come my birthdays
Vivacious and spirited flying around chattering like pretty jays
-
Author:
S.zaynab.M.V.Kamoonpury (Pseudonym) (
Offline) - Published: November 13th, 2016 03:19
- Category: Reflection
- Views: 60
Offline)
Comments9
loved the write,loved the format
welcome to the site
Thanks soo much for comment and welcome.
36 SWEETHEART ~ Like me (33) you are only ONE THIRD through your life ! Lots more rivers to cross ~ lots more mountains to climb ~ lots more experiences of Life & love to enjoy ! Love your peom ~ the highs and the lows ~ Love and Hugs ~ BRIAN
Aww thanx for such a sweet comment. Oh u r 33 wow . Yeah I do have a lot of tings to do before I cross over to the other side. I love this gift of a life. Cheeeeeers.
It's beautiful!!
Thanx a lot.
Don't mention it
Nice poem and be thankful for every bday... wishing you a happy birthday and many more.
Aw warmest thanx for the bday wishes. Means a lot.
I can really relate to this. It was really hard for me when I turned 30 and Alzheimer's runs in my family so I am extremely fearful of that as I grow older. I definitely get what you're saying but birthdays, when they come also bring with them a feeling of joy because people put a spotlight on you for the day and sometimes it's really nice to feel that. Great poem.
Ah warmest thanx bird for a lovely comment. I pray u won't get anything like that as Alzheimer's. prayers can do wonders. Take care.
This is just fantastic! I feel like this all thetime. Im 15 and I cant wait to be 16. but its always one step closer to being a mother or getting a job. This poem really touches that spot! also how did you change your picture for your profile? I cant figure it out.
Hi thanx for comment. I didn't change my pic, this is the only one I chose for my profile pic. U just have to choose on yor laptop or iPad.
Thanks for the advice! And your welcome!
wow! interesting write, loved it. no doubt, time flies.
Thanx much. It sure does. Cheers.
I have real fear of death,
On some occasions
I lose all control,
I cry like a baby...
It's usually at night..
Old age does not
Worry me, I love being
A grandad..it's the end
Game that I'm most frightened
Of.... Great write..
Well done !!!!
Oops so u r a poet not a lady, I guess we both mistook each others genders eh. Yeah death is the scariest thing ah. Thanx soo much for comment.
Ha ha... Thanks
I still claim trees
As if I'm seventeen
Skateboard with dogs
Like I'm riding the sea
Age is in the mind
Definitely true
The only problem is
Healing of a bruise
Hope you had a good day and find happiness in age 😉
Wow thanx for such a poetic comment, lovely poem in itself ! Yeah I do find happiness in age but this was just one way of looking at years flying by. I'm a very happy person usually. Cheers.
To be able to comment and rate this poem, you must be registered. Register here or if you are already registered, login here.