It is said as you spend your days
so you’ve spent a life.
So what shall it be?
Pennies tossed at trifles
or sums invested in what matters?
The book you planned to write
pile of paintings
trip to France
sonatas of Beethoven
garden overflowing
wrongs put right
catalog of birds
anatomy of stars
children nourished
loves cherished
problems solved.
“Tell me, what is it you plan to do
with your one wild and precious life?”
Oh my gosh!! Sorry to gush…but I love your writing and all things Mary Oliver! And I’ve always thought that question is so fantastic!! Welcome back KayFoley!
THANKS, Shari!! Gushing is always welcome!