Gratitude

In the quiet of her empty home, she sits,
Gazing out the window, lost in thoughts that flit
Between the memories of days long past,
And dreams she thought would forever last.

Her family gone, each on their own way,
And her beloved husband, now just a memory's sway.
Yet she finds solace in the life she's led,
A tapestry of moments, both tears and joy wed.

As she traces the lines etched upon her face,
She marvels at the journey, the twists and the grace.
For she had imagined a different tale to unfold,
But the story she lived was rich, vibrant, and bold.

She raised her children with love and care,
Nurtured them through trials, taught them to dare.
And though they've flown far from the nest,
Their love remains, a comforting vest.

She forged her path with quiet resolve,
Meeting each challenge, each obstacle to solve.
And though her heart may bear its scars,
It's also filled with triumph's stars.

Now as she looks back on the years gone by,
She's filled not with sorrow, but with a sigh
Of gratitude for the life she's known,
For the seeds of love and kindness she's sown.

Though time has taken loved ones away,
Their presence lingers, in her heart they stay.
And as she watches the sun sink low,
She knows her journey was worth the ebb and flow.

For she's lived a life of wonder and grace,
A testament to her strength, her quiet embrace
Of all that life had to offer, both bitter and sweet,
A journey that's made her heart complete.