The Old Man and...
/The Old Man and the Moon in the Mirror
I don’t gaze in the mirror like I used to
But when I do I see Papa staring back
He seems so tired
The energy used 52 years ago has diminished
From buoyant 1970 love and anticipation
To a drawn and befuddled image
Encircled by disheveled gray corona
We have taken steps of conscience
And they are taken together
I remember messy puddles
Occasional unexpected holes
But we find resolution not in glory
But satisfied we are the imperfect answer
Of our togetherness
Today as the old man stares back from the mirror
I am comforted because the shadow of the hawk
Still flashes before our eyes
And love without aging thrives
Barbara you are eternity and govern the heavens
Where you master your beloved moon and me
We continue to marvel the celestial wonder of us
And gaze at your magnificent construction
As creator of an old man and the moon
Where we continue to live as us
Through the surplus of days
By Giulio Magrini
From: United States
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