Another birthday.
In this terrifying moment of self reflection
let me lose myself in gratitude
for the love of those present and past
who radiate kindness towards me.
As the ribbon of tarmac stretches out
into the distance
of my rear view mirror,
let me not brood
but embrace hope
for the hairpin corners yet to come
as I climb the mountain
of my own experiences
to a collective unknown peak.
As I age let me discover
that playful creativity of mind,
find wonder in this world
and the great gift of maturing love.