Carefree & Happy

His face was weathered

with time

and of course

the maturity of age.

His eyesight was fading

his hearing was not as good

as it used

to be in his younger

years.

His hair was white and

fewer.

Many a wrinkle appears

upon his weather-beaten

face.

And his lack of teeth due

to loving

too many sugary delights

over the decades

and he hated  to wearing his

fake teeth.

So his gums on a show he did

with such pride and style.

But his toothless smile

said it all.

He was happy and carefree

as he was alive and enjoying

his ripe years.

Reviews

[barleygirl]

The title of your poem beckons to me becuz this is the kind of person that beckons to me. I love the way you created this vivid profile that feels animated becuz you describe the ole guy's looks & mannerisms. This poem is the antidote to one I read recently saying old age is a bummer (written by a young person). I love seeing every stage of life as simply a different kind of celebration. You convey that kind of joy here (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Najam Us Saher]

Emotional, this poem touched me deeply. The way you captured every minute detail striked me deeper.

[Onlyme]

Your too Kind Najam. To me. Bless you sweetheart. What a beautiful person you truly are. Hugs. Dawn.

[Najam Us Saher]

You make me feel very happy, you are a very generous person, I feel great to meet you. Keep writing and sharing more!
God bless you too :)