Old Man in Sun and Shadow
Of all my worldly goods and society,
Nothing is left but a table and chair,
A lamp casting dim light on a dark book,
And a grinning skull that will outstare
My blinking gaze unto eternity.
I gave my house to the homeless,
My money and shoes to the poor.
If that brings no balm or happiness,
They are no worse off than before.
I gave my friends to each other,
My enemies to themselves. I pray
No favors of God or man except
Sunlight and silence where I might find
Some way to slow the minutes of a day,
Save motes of hours from Time's wind.
What have I given that I should have kept?
What have I kept I should have given away?
Have a restful weekend.. Be safe!
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