Wow, A - this is so poignant and so resonant with truth! The metaphors of fruit and growth, ripening into softness, bitterness and sweet lend themselves to the tenderness of this experience. I love so many of the lines here...and so appreciate the nuance of "those who allow themselves to keep growing," because that's such an important nu…
Wow, A - this is so poignant and so resonant with truth! The metaphors of fruit and growth, ripening into softness, bitterness and sweet lend themselves to the tenderness of this experience. I love so many of the lines here...and so appreciate the nuance of "those who allow themselves to keep growing," because that's such an important nuance. Aging is not a free pass to wisdom or softening. Growth is required. Your last stanzas were such a beautiful and moving wish for your children. <3
Wow, A - this is so poignant and so resonant with truth! The metaphors of fruit and growth, ripening into softness, bitterness and sweet lend themselves to the tenderness of this experience. I love so many of the lines here...and so appreciate the nuance of "those who allow themselves to keep growing," because that's such an important nuance. Aging is not a free pass to wisdom or softening. Growth is required. Your last stanzas were such a beautiful and moving wish for your children. <3