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Senior Correspondent

Living in a Different World

A break of a new day is quiet and peaceful
Opportunities for new experiences are plentiful
For as the lazy night stirs with the peeping sun
Nature awakens with countless things to be done
As no two days are ever the same
It means all old ways may not remain
A new world to live in, will soon be here
It is time to get excited for it to appear

Grandpa’s Coat

I picked up Grandpa's coat, when he passed away
Now I realize it was my propitious day
No need to wait until I'm going somewhere
Can put it on, then sit in my favorite chair
For when I feel lonely, I slip it on
It does not take long, that feeling is gone
It keeps me warm outside and inside
I can remember him with admiring pride
I recall things he said, when I was not good
It took a few years before I understood
Now when I wear his coat, it is crystal clear
It is like his voice is whispering in my ear
It is like he is walking with me
When I wear it for a little walk
What a satisfying feeling to have
Listening to someone that does not talk
When the need for grandpa's coat is complete
I will give it to someone else to keep
Then grandpa's silent voice they can hear
Knowing when they need him, he is near

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