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GLIDING IN

 

No more easy landings

On the featherbed of life

Gliding in on silver wings

Graceful landing beside the beautiful wife.

House silent with sleeping children

Wind gentle on our souls each night

Encouraging us at dawn.

            Today a mixed sky

            Sun bursts through finally

            Late afternoon, long shadows

            Sons grown, making their way.

            Messaging to the sky

            That we are strong

            Each with a will to persist

            To live with a sense of joy.

Immense gratitude for the half lifetime

Filled with her spirit of love and commitment

Still echoing through the rooms

Still clear in the garden

Still lovely as she sings

The melodies sweet and distinct

            Looking forward

            Someone still useful here

            A satisfaction of fulfillment

            In maintaining stability and optimism

            Surrounded by youth and energy

            Buoyed by their growth

            Confident in their futures

            Humble in my role.

            Thankful for the Lord’s prayer          

                    

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