I'm seventy-five years old.
This is the middle
of the eighth decade
I've been blessed to live
on this beautiful earth.
The morning hours
of writing poetry
have been fulfilling and fruitful.
These past twelve years
passing too swiftly.
I am enriched every day
by observations of nature.
Grateful to God the Creator
for sensory awareness,
and for the freedom to explore.
I am
accepting the past,
living in the present,
and anticipating the future
when I'll be running and writing.
My middle name is Gratitude.
© 2023 Richard Havenga
Photo Locations:
1. Canyonlands National Park - Utah
2. Home Deck - Cannonsburg, Michigan
3. Butonbush - Kent County - Michigan
4. Rocky Mountain National Park - Colorado
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