Intending to reduce my speed in most
endeavors, I assume that age will serve
to aid me toward that goal. I used to boast
(at least within) at work and walk, aswerve
and weaving through obstructions, like a host
of foes would block me but I plied my nerve
and bested. I’m at peace now with a pace
to benefit my limbs,
my brain,
my face.