The tizzy glory of spring-youth
Has long since started to quietly wane
A muddied snow-ball, ominous greying edges
Like piranhas, have started their heinous march
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Thank you Lyn and Roseann for your comments. I was only young when I wrote this one (late 20s/early 30s I believe) . The feeling of growing older started early for me! Thank you again.
Totally enjoyed your voyage of maturity, made me smile as I recognized myself in some of the lines. Excellent writing, rhythm and rhyme, really great poem! Give it a 10! Thank you for sharing. RoseAnn
Maturity is great in so many ways, there is so much waiting for us out there. Importantly we know what we do not want! I too was a shadow. Much enjoyed.
Liked the way you put forward about the life when maturity comes. Thanks for sharing.