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Trillium 
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA 
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When I Grow Old I used to think, when I grew old, I'd find each day was tinged with gold. My family raised, work years done, I'd concentrate on having fun! Here recently, I realized Old age had entrred, well disguised. If years are any indication, I am the senior generation! My jobs aren't finished and I fear They won't be soon, so year by year, I'll try to find the time to do Some things that I've looked forward to, But in the meantime, I give thanks, I'm still among the active ranks! Betty Lou Hebert |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
Lucky you. We're never old until the time that nobody needs us. Joyce |
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Rex Allen McCoy Member Elite
since 2000-01-30
Posts 2863Sippin a Timmy's in London |
we do tend to notice a few inconveniences as the years press on, but health is most important as you say  |
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Isobel Senior Member
since 2004-01-17
Posts 529Qld, Australia |
Very nice poem Trillium. That is what makes life worthwhile. Being active. Life has purpose and when that is taken away from you then your will to live diminishes. I pray you have many more active years ahead of you. Isobel. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I sure know what you are saying in this wise poem Betty Lou, but I guess we can't complain if we are still capable to be busy right?  Nicely done. |
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junemac Senior Member
since 2003-04-24
Posts 1005uk |
so true !!! i find i want to pack more experiences into every day more than ever !!!! great poem !!! 'LIVE EVERY HEARTBEAT ' hugs june x |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Joyce: Thanks. I'm sure you are needed by many people, including your poet friends, who anticipate your next poem! Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Rex: I never thought much about it until my last birthday! It's a blessing to still be active and looking forward to the future. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Isobel. Nice to hear from you today. I count my blessings and hope for a long, long life! Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Mysteria: I think having children in your life, helps to keep you acive and young for your years! Don't you?? Nice hearing from you. Thanks. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
junemac: I think being "old" is often a state of mind. If you are in ill health, I'm sure it is really difficult to have a "young" outlook, but I have known people who started acting aged at 50! Thanks for your comments. Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Beasley Senior Member
since 2003-11-28
Posts 682Cheboygan,MI USA |
Yep! You sure are in the active ranks. I haven't come across many like you. I see young ones walking around not having anything to do. I can't keep up with you. You are such a wonderful inspiration. By the way-great poem. Love, Barb |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear Barb: Now that's a real ego builder! Thanks. So nice to see you here! Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
Betty; I have my big 60 this saturday and I am as busy as ever...where is the tropical island I was going to lull away these years on ?? Hugs, Ellie A friend hears the song in my heart, and sings it to me when my memory fails. |
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BloomingRose Member Elite
since 2000-08-09
Posts 3092Florida |
I think you have it right..."when" you grow old. I like to think of it as a choice to stay young in my mind. See things as fresh and new each day! Doesn't alway work, but keeps me going. Enjoyed your poem. Deb |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
ellie: Well Happy Early Birthday to you! Hope it's a fun day and a great new year starting. Thanks for reading. I had planned on traveling to all the places I had dreamed of! Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Deb: That's the right attitude and it works more time than not! Nice hearing from you. Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (smiles) Awwwwwwwww, I understand the anxiety as though I'm still in an adolescent stage I do always want to hold the spirit of the boy in me and avoid being swallowed by the cynicism and logic of the world and live my dreams on, as I believe that's what keeps us young! (big angel hugs) Always embrace the world with a smile, God Bless You, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Betty, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "You'll find something that's enough to keep you |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Noah: I decided some time ago, numbers have nothing to do with "age". I don't intend to ever grow "old"! Thanks for your nice comments. Betty Lou Hebert |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
a theme I"ve been pondering lately |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
passing shadows: Doesn't do much good to think about it, does it? It's going to happen! Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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