nineteen.

the gift of older ones.
fathers, mothers,
father-in-laws-, mother-in-laws,
the wisdom they share
is worth the weight of gold.
I am thankful for the examples,
the fingers pointing to the Father,
and to seek truth in scripture.
I can learn from mistakes and successes
of them who have gone before.
even more rich a blessing
in the aged belonging to the Father
and walking with Him much longer
than I ever have.