If I were a pretty girl

It does not matter at what stage of life we are, or how we look, life still gives its rewards.

If I were a pretty girl,
With sparkling eyes and shining curl,
With luscious lash and pouting lips,
And shapely bust and curvy hips.

I then would feel no better than,
I do just now, my face so wan
And body thin and ag-ed torn,
With pain and bones so weak forlorn.

My children born and grown so fair,
That follow all my thoughts and care ,
And grandchild sitting on my knee,
Enjoys old grandma's tales with glee.

(Those tales that grandma spoke to me,
When I myself, sat on her knee).

So readers please take thought and heed,
The gifts of life we really need
The gifts of life we ne'er forget,
Or else, all us, will dear regret:

It matters not what time of life,
Not trouble, stress, nor times of strife,
Each, every part of life does give,
A gift of joy that all can live!

Author's Note

I sat thinking badly today, and suddenly realised that I have so much to be grateful for.....it brought me home. So I thought I would share my thoughts with you all. Daffy

Reviews

[Lydia Shutter]

What an uplifting, optimistic write this is. I especially liked the fact you are telling your grandchildren the stories your grandmother told you. From generation to generation (L'dor V'dor in Hebrew) means so much. Family stories are meant to go on and on. You are absolutely right, Daffy....whether we are old and gray or young with blonde curls bouncing, we have much to be grateful for in this wonderful life. Your wise life message comes across loud and clear. Truly a joy to read. lydi**

[Daffy]

Oh, Lydi. Everyday I learn so much and now I have learnt L'dor V'dor. I knew no Hebrew at all. What a great phrase to learn. Thanks very much for the lovely review. It is such an important, but all too often forgotten task. The old stories had so many good ethics and morals to pass on.

[SyberRose]

A lovely poem and yes we have a lot to be grateful for...nature alone is so rewarding...and children bring a lot of joy with their innocence...Loved the theme Daffy...Rose:)

[Daffy]

Thanks Rose, nature is simply wonderful, and when my six year old grand-daughter is in the garden, it seems the world is complete. Daffy

[zainul]

I love such poems that take me back to my fabulous past or a fascinating world that exist now and will exist in the future.Your poem gives me a feeling of extreme happiness.
Thanks for sharing.

[Daffy]

Hi Zainul, thanks for this review. When I cycle past fast food eating houses, and see what goes on, I feel that their perspective is all out of place. Fancy sitting in a queue in a car, waiting to be sold junk food that is going to make them as big as a house!, when they could be riding a bike and eating well. So sad.......or is it me.....I hope not.

[zainul]

You are most welcome,dear friend.
Your poem has so profound meaning that may be considered a classical.
I could not do justice tp it due to some limitations.
Its last stanza gives the essence of living a joyful life.
"It matters not what time of life,
Not trouble, stress, nor times of strife,
Each, every part of life does give,
A gift of joy that all can live!"

[Daffy]

Thanks, Zainul. it is so good to know.... that you are there, being part of the world that we all share.

[zainul]

We are bound together by the bondage of writing.
This is our pride and privilege.

[Daffy]

Yes, Zainul. Writing allows us to express our feelings in a more complete way. We are privileged.

[Sami Khalil]

An awesome message from a gifted poet. I enjoyed this poem tremendously as I was inspired...:)

[Daffy]

Sami, I am so grateful for your review. I was hoping that you would find the time to read it. Your words mean much to me, so very very many thanks.

[Sami Khalil]

My pleasure...You are welcome...:)