Someone Said Aging (Poem)

Someone Said Aging: Poem

Someone said aging--

Those grey strands on my head,

Don't they tell the story,

Of the beautiful years gone by,

Someone said, wrinkles--

Those fine lines on my face,

Don’t they represent an era each,

Of my wonderful, well lived life,

Someone said, dark circles--

Those dark circles around my eyes,

Don’t they resemble fine brush strokes,

By the artist, who is above us all,

Someone said, the creases--

Those fine lines around my neck,

Don’t they highlight my experiences,

My submissions and my struggles,

Someone said, retire and sit back--

But I feel more enthusiastic,

I love, laugh, smile, dream,

Like I always used to do,

Rather in a more matured way,

I love those signs(of aging) and symbols,

They give me a feeling of gratitude,

And a deep sense of satisfaction,

They remind me, of my worthwhile life.

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© 2019 Chitrangada Sharan