Twilight Years

Twilight years slow the blood but not the mind And still I have memories, good and bad Some grieving the heart for loved ones lost Decisions made that led down wrong paths Where lost I wandered through shadowy forests. Time then paused, journey of misery and tears With things happening that shamed the soul. Good paths taken with lovers, passions thrilling With one special lover who reigns supreme Enthroned and royal, secret within my heart. Now, pain from anthric bones plague the day And eyesight grow dimmer with twilight years. I hear Death's footsteps coming ever closer Resolute in my faith to the promise of Jesus Christ.