Comment from Opal H.

Excellent

There are a lot of people and poems about the negatives of aging, and this one's positive take on it is quite refreshing. Aging, and for that matter anything in life, has so many perspectives. Well done.

 Comment Written 01-Jan-2013

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2013

thx so much, Opal!! if we allowed ourselves to remain depressed about aging, life would REALLY suck, wouldn't it?

Comment from Fiona Hymn

Excellent

I found this work to be clever, humourous but with a touch of poignancy that underscores the overall tone. The read is soft, gentle and flowing with imagery. A challenging write to be sure, a pleasure to read.

 Comment Written 01-Jan-2013

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2013

thank you so much, Fiona - I'm glad you got the nuances my dear!

Comment from snemes

Excellent

It isn't so bad, not when you write such terrific poems like this. I found this delightful! My son is 6 foot 3, so I related to everything you said here. Taking life in huge, famished gulps and wanting more.

I love the way you ended the poem, and I got a kick out of the picture. Thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 01-Jan-2013

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2013

thank you so much my dear! :)

Comment from hollyinvesuvianite

Excellent

Very unusual and nicely written piece on the subject of aging- great free verse style with some great vocabulary and metaphors. Great work and good luck in the contest! Holly :)

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 Comment Written 31-Dec-2012

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reply by the author on 31-Dec-2012

thx so much holly - Happy New Year to you!