Gratitude with Life

The older you become,
the more you discern
the intrinsic value of life,
you eschew the
entanglements of drama,
conflict, and stress,
yearning instead
for the intimacy of
true friendships,
the haven of a cozy abode,
the satisfaction of a
well-prepared meal,
and the company of those
who enrich your existence…

You derive delight
from unadorned pleasures,
tranquil stillness of dawn,
melodic cadence of laughter,
enveloping warmth
of an embrace,
you hold dear
the serene interludes,
the sublime beauty
of the natural world,
and the reassuring regularity
of well-worn routines…

With age comes
a profound appreciation
for the transience of time,
prompting you to
allocate it judiciously,
among those who hold
significance in your life,
you prioritize the serene
pursuit of contentment,
the nuanced embrace of love,
profound pursuit of
genuine happiness,
over the chaos and discord…

Ultimately,
the essence of a fulfilled life
transcends material acquisitions,
public acclaim,
monumental achievements,
resides in the
indelible memories you forge,
the love you both
give and receive,
and entirety of a life
lived with depth,
intentionality and
fullness in every breath,
every encounter,
and every touch…

In this vast skyline of subsistence,
you find gratitude in the minutiae,
morning sun’s first caress,
symphony of rustling leaves,
quiet moments of reflection,
each day, a gift,
each moment, a blessing,
woven together in the
beautiful mosaic of life…