Things I Still Need to Know

I’m a curious fellow
Or so I’ve been told,
Just a big, goofy poet
That’s trying to get old.

I’m finding a blessing
Under nearly every stone
And with my loving, dear, dear wife
I’m happy here at home.

My mind takes me on journeys
From here to the absurd
As I ponder wondrous stories
That may never be heard.

There’s a fine line near crazy
Where I prop up my feet
And smile at my world’s follies
As I skip along to life's beat.

There’s more to this living
Than some kind of race
The finish line is final
So slow down your pace.

I love my life as each day rolls on by
The end is something I don’t need
I’ve found some peace in a simple life
But yes… when I’m wounded I still bleed.

I know for certain deep in my soul
The past is gone and lost
So I don’t give a damn for what’s behind
For those pains I’ve already paid the cost.

My morning mirror paints the picture
With graying hair and lines
But with all the future can bring to me
I want to live just enough time. ..to shine.

There’s way too many distractions
But I’m loving these…my days
Writing my life down; like the madman I am
And wondering still…. Should I change my ways?

There are places I need to wander
And still things I’d like to know
But when I’m finally gone, I ponder
Where does all I know …..go? -- BM

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