Lou...My Psychologist Friend



When reading "Golden Age", boyhood friend Lou
Challenged me to write from a more positive point of view
It seems he prefer I write with a half full glass
Instead of writing what seems so "alas"

He's obviously concerned I'm in possession
Of what is known as old age depression
Lou's a psychologist who loves me enough
To try calming me down with his psychology stuff

If I tell him "Golden Age"-written with tongue in cheek
Probably he'd claim that was my Freudian leak
But with his psycho degree, my chances are slim
My tongue-in-cheek stance would fully convince him

What I claimed wasn't a lie
But just for you, Lou, I'll give it a try
It shouldn't be hard to find positive things
Instead of dwelling on things old-age brings

Wisdom gained through many years
Rarely found when wet behind the ears
Things we've learned and are most proud of
Can be shared with grandkids we so love

No longer programmed to hard work
Is a seniors well earned perk
Time to think and time to ponder
All of life with all it's wonder

We found the course and we stayed it
And we're grateful to have made it
Golden Age is great, we must agree
So, psycho Lou, don't challenge me

by Happy Golden-ager...Stan Cooper...1/7/09 graphic by DonHunt





Poetry by Stan Cooper The PoetBay support member heart!
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Written on 2010-01-26 at 13:24

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ken d williams The PoetBay support member heart!
Age they say , Stan ,is but a state of mind , a state being , yes a glass , a half fall bottle , no such glass or bottle as being empty , it has potential , all's that needed is a little thought , a little imagination , left to mix and rip , presto both are full again!
Cheers , Stan , old mate.
Ken
2010-01-27


Esti D-G The PoetBay support member heart!
Lovely rethink, Stan!

xxx
2010-01-26


Rob Graber
Enjoyed this one, Stan!
2010-01-26


NicholasG
This brings to mind a song that came out in the 60s that I enjoyed and still enjoy every time I hear. It may not be exactly your cup of tea but...:
http://www.youtube.com/watch? v=LI7ASaAA55g
2010-01-26


Purple Phoenix
That's telling him! ;-)
2010-01-26