6.08.2008
I am a battle weary chameleon with an uncertain future
As I face an unwanted medical diagnosis
That will dramatically change my life and has
Once again sent me back into combat.
I've been blessed with 21,695 sunsets
When my good genes had promised me 36,500
Leaving me with a deficit of 14,805 sunrises
That I must fight for with all of my power
Not willing to give up even an hour.
I've shared that blessing for 14,867 days with
My strong, loyal, and cherished daughter;
Been given a 2nd blessing for the last 13,300 days
In walking through this life with a son
Who is creative, thoughtful, and destined to be a great success.
If that wasn't enough of more than I deserve
My daughter gave me 3,810 special sunrises
When she brought our songbird into this world.
And now, my ecstasy is complete by the birth
Of the Amerasian jewel who has only graced
This earth for 98 sunrises.
In the grand scheme of life - jobs, credentials,
Accomplishments, good deeds, successes and failures;
Well, none of that matters in this passage
When you've been blessed with sunsets and sunrises
And still want more . . . .
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