For a moment I was shocked
At the glimpse I caught
It was a reflection I sought
She was strong
She was toned
She surprised herself
She knew the moment was fleeting
She looked beyond the tired eyes
Cellulite developing on thighs
Extra padding on sides
This is 55
She sees the unconventional beauty
She's never been the ideal
But that's what makes her real
She blends into the crowd
And can still be proud
Heart on sleeve
Her biggest liability
Dark hair and eyes
The body of a 25 year-old long demised
“I'm stronger than I thought I'd be 55”
Her body won't tell lies
Sore shoulder and knees
Loss of identity
She can still be fit
She vows to never let go of it
She is a mom
A wife
A friend
A sister
A daughter so long ago
She is loved
She is their world
Even if her brow is furled
good for you Jane... I work with a guy who's 81, and he tells me I'm a pup at age 65. You definitely understand the value of self preservation, keep it up as long as you can. Live the dream.