Time, enemy mine,
Pierces me with
Many a #needle
It tries to enfeeble
But the spirit inside
Maintains a tough &amp;
Stubborn hide
I grow old
Like a tree
Gnarled
Thick-barked &amp;
Rooted firmly in
The ground
Extolled &amp; renowned
Days are perilous
I go on
Warrior Emeritus
#vss365