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Twilight of Life
By Gary Ramsey

 

As the sun majestically descends,

it casts a warm and loving embrace,

A lifetime of  gathered wisdom

etched on each weathered face.

 

The shadows always lengthen,

but the spirit stays warm and bright,

Old age is always a testament

to life's wonderous enduring light.

 

Each wrinkle tells a treasured story

of laughter, hope, and tears,

Of triumphs, dreams, and defeats,

and overcoming lifelong fears.

 

The passage of our precious time

always has only served to reveal,

The resilience of the human spirit

with its unending, unyielding zeal.

 

The cool and uplifting evening breeze

whispers tales of the long lost past,

Of love eternally found and lost,

and friendships that forever last.

 

Old age is an intricate tapestry

woven within the threads of time,

A masterpiece of  storied experiences,

both bitter, sweet, and sublime.

 

The sun-kissed beautiful horizon

paints a portrait of life so grand,

Just like the beloved legacy

we leave heartfelt upon this land.

 

Though the body may infinitely tire

and the steps may constantly slow,

The spirit grows continually stronger,

In our life’s unwavering glow.

 

In the quiet shadows of twilight,

we find peaceful solace and rest,

Reflecting on the long journey,

feeling our hearts truly blessed.

 

Old age is a wonderful treasure

of life’s hard earned grace,

A time to savor each moment,

in this serene and hallowed space.

 

So let the gracious sunset of life

be a thing of peace and beauty,

A symphony of picturesque colors,

a testament to never-ending duty.

 

For in the gracious twilight years,

we find our silent true measure,

A lifetime of collected wisdom,

a boundless and lasting treasure.

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Gary William Ramsey was born in Monroe, North Carolina. He graduated from Western Carolina University with Business Administration and Social Sciences degrees. He enjoyed a highly successful career in retail, achieving the titles of President and CEO of two major U.S. corporations. Gary has lived in 17 locations in the USA and has traveled to numerous countries worldwide. He uses these experiences in his writings. Gary presently resides in Cape Coral, Florida. He is the author of 16 novels and a book of poetry.

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