My eyes no longer widen in wonder
when something splendid happens my way, nor do they narrow in pain when sorrow
blocks my path. I no longer lean forward into the task, and take no pleasure
from a challenge mastered.
I rest easily even though great
mysteries remain to be solved, and I fatigue too quickly when pompous words
ring in my ears. My resolved has been hobbled by the three stages of
indecision, Could Have, Would Have, and Should Have, and satisfaction is no
longer a condition for contentment.
Excitement and rest have now become
equal in importance and closely watched rituals now earn a nonchalant hand.
Earnest gossip and sage advise are both received with equal enthusiasm, and a mind-numbing
throb results when intrigue comes calling.
The only thing that has never
diminished, even though the sprit weakens, is my love for family and dear
friends. So the day will come when my life’s torch will flicker and die, and on
that day, I will say, Its been quite a ride, and oh yes, a splendacious dance
of edges and curves. And my profound thanks to the gracious being that made such
a life possible.
Rest in peace, Ronald Russell.
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