Two Boys Fishing

(Best friends) Two boys fishing Short trousers, grubby knees Sitting on river bank Sharing sweets, fizzy drinks Wondering what life will bring. Two teenage boys fishing Long trousers, learning to shave Sitting on river bank Talking of kissing girls Excited about going on dates with girls. Two young men in church Wedding suits, groom and best man Standing at the altar For bride radiant in white Arriving with her father. Two middle-aged men Warm clothing against the cold Sitting on a river bank Talking of mortgages, school fees Son and daughter soon to wed. Two elderly men, frail white haired Overcoats, scarf and gloves Standing beside a river bank Grandfathers, looking back at life Thankful for friendship shared.