Oh, come on, now I am old, not gung-**, My limits at my door; Stop sniveling, dumbo.
Can't look out for you Tho' I'd commit anew Every single day That crosses my way
Can't keep it all turning gray But, for you, yet I pray.
In life's twilight years, the poet looks back with a loving glance at those that have been the closest in his heart and wishes for more ... hence he resolves to pray for them.