Are These My Golden Years

Arthritis dictates much of what I do, Relenting sometimes, though. Then I will be Elated as I feel my strength renew, Take walks pain-free and do, with energy, Housework without completely wearing out. Each week I see more wrinkles and gray hair. Sometimes my mirror makes me want to shout~~ Enough complaints! At least, my head’s not bare. My bathroom trips are more than in the past. Young people, I know you don’t understand! Glad my home’s small, so I can get there fast. On outings, restrooms are in high demand. Last year the doc increased my BP med. Decaf might help, but caffeine’s such a good Elixer. It clears cobwebs from my head. NO caffeine makes folks eat more than they should! *********************** Year’s end approaches. Thoughts of coming days Excite me. More than ever, love of friends And family sustains me. God, I praise. Redeemed, I’m Heaven-bound when life here ends. So, I conclude there’s GOLD in life’s late phase.