A letter to my friends, growing old with me,
Dear friends,
Seize the day! Seize the day,!! Seize the day!!!. There was a time when "carpe diem" to all I'd say. But none can seize the day, now I well know. All we can wonder is, where did it go?
Time slips away un-seized, only memories we amass; as we learn the truth of, "This too shall pass!" And pass it does, seemingly all too soon; before we know, we see our thousandth moon.
Open your heart, learn to forgive, forget quarrels past. Remember, as time passes, nothing will last, just the impressions that you leave behind. Let these be of someone compassionate, loving, kind.
We can’t hold on to time, but we needn't watch it idly go. There's still so much to find, so much new to know. You're here to learn from life, not just to survive. This is true whether you're five or ninety five.
As you grow old, remember not to lose your drive. Play games, try new dishes, keep vibrantly alive. Go meet with friends and enjoy your favourite quaff. See the funny side of life and have a hearty laugh.
And what of the family, who loves you so? Let them bask in your glow. Earn their trust, be their friend true, so when they want warmth, they come to you.
Life has many surprises in its store. You may’ve found some but there are many more. If you feel the urge, look inwards too. You may surprise yourself by learning something new.
As you watch time, smoothly slide past, never let your mental flag fly half-mast. Never bemoan, "Alas, I've grown so old!" Though you were steel once, now you are gold.
May good health be yours, may you always have the will to live. As you age, always think what you can give, to others for whom fate’s not been kind. You'll add good karma, & leave good memories behind.
So now I say, "don't try to seize the day, just make it work for you. Think of sunrise, not sunset, in everything you do. Leave whatever you touch, better than it was before, and, as it passes, time will smile at you for sure.”
Affectionately yours,
Kishore
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KA
22.07.25