In the Golden Glow

by HarryT

When I was a child, the world varied and vast

Being a cowboy and baseball dreams were my ambitions

Then came high school, a steady girl and future plans

College, switching majors to education, my chosen profession

Spent years as an educator progressing from teacher,

Principal, superintendent, on retirement college professor

Married, the joy of children, divorced and married again

Mistakes and regrets and some successful happiness

My largest mistake was thinking only of myself

I look in the mirror, see lines etched with lament

I know in my heart some decisions were selfish

The wounding of others has left soulful scars

But life has not been all sad. I love and have children

My life lessons be worthy of trust, love and loyalty

Living these virtues makes one a creditable person

I’m aware that in time, my life journey will end

For I now stand enduring my golden age glow

But be advised that I have not given up

I am still a person who is alive and I intend

To live my life to the fullest that I am able

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Coming of Age writing prompt entry

Writing Prompt
As we age, priorities change. What was once important to us now seems petty or insignificant. Write a poem, any format, about how your perspectives have changed over time. What matters most to you now, and how do you accomplish what you desire?

This is a free verse poem without meter or rhyme.
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In the Golden Glow

by HarryT

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