As I look in the mirror today and stare at my image
I begin to pluck out the gray and poke, tuck, and pull
I cannot help but see a different side to these wrinkles and gray
I see them more like my medals or my crown jewels

They are proof that I have made it through some tough battles
and I have made it to the other side of the unknown
Though I still have a long road ahead of me
I know I'll overcome because of my grit and backbone

Today I feel more wise and more comfortable in my own skin
Not relying on other people for my happiness I find the peace within
I don't worry about the outside as much these days
It's the good stuff on the inside that paves the way

I no longer have to be haunted by memories in my past
The future is not promised to me or any of us for that matter
The present is whats important because life just goes by...
Too **** Fast!!!