Reminiscing

Now that my life is filled with years,

Sometimes my eyes are filled with tears;  

Remembering things that used to be,

The things that meant so much to me. 

The friends I loved, that now are gone;

Some lost touch, and some passed on..

My parents, grandparents and others dear,

That passed beyond the earth's sphere. 

The children too, each girl and boy,

That filled my life so full of joy.

Sleepless nights and family vacations,

Victories, reunions and celebrations. 

Colleges and weddings with mixed emotions,

Defeats, triumphs, graduations, promotions,

And so it is with smiles and tears,

That I recall the bygone years.

Mildred Eslick Garner