When Windows Turn into Mirrors
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INTRODUCTION
Aging is a natural part of life.
You’re born, you live several years,
and you die.
Since most of us in this part of the world
spend many years traveling through life,
we often forget about the finish line,
for it is seems too distant.
Still, at some point it becomes more clear.
It hits you one day that there is far less in front of you
than there is in the rear.
Everyone is different, of course.
For some it is 40 years old,
some 50, others 60, some beyond,
but one day most everyone sits back and realizes
just how far they’ve come
and to where they’re heading.
This book is an effort
on just one person’s part
to reflect on the past,
but then to realize
that it’s not yet over.
That there is much to be done
and plenty of time to do it.
So when your windows turn into mirrors,
make a decision to appreciate it all, but to also move on.
Move on, look forward, to what is the second part of your life,
not the end.
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WHEN WINDOWS TURN INTO MIRRORS
The future was bright
through that clear glass pane
I could see forever,
nothing to block my view
The whole world was out there,
but only for the door
Someone must have glazed over the glass though
and turned them into mirrors
For now the reflections
are greater than the view
For I see much more behind me
than I do in the fore
I used to have windows,
now I have mirrors.
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About the Book
When Windows Turn into Mirrors is an effort by the author to put his life into perspective for himself. But after many encouraging comments, he decided to reach out to other "middle-agers" who might be struggling with the idea of aging. It's a troubling time for many. I have spoken with many people who truly feel old when they hit the ripe, old age of 25 and also those who refuse to be old at 85. Regardless of where you fall along that continuum, life is to be lived. In middle age, as well as "old" age, I presume, your future is equally as important as your past. "When Windows Turn into Mirrors" is both a reflection on your life, as well as a window to the future. Reflect on each wisely and with kindness, for you will be rewarded by both.
About the Author
Bob Horn is an active 50-something father of three sons, Chris, Matt & Jason. As a Navy veteran, special education teacher, wrestling coach, baseball coach, tennis coach, Scout leader, attorney, carpenter, woodworker, family mediator, paralegal & writer (some formerly and some currently), he is living proof that times and people change and that there is always a past, as well as a future. Both need to be explored. The author was born and raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and currently resides in Bradenton, Florida, with his wife Brenda, a Physical Therapist and published photographer. Together, they attempt to focus on not only what they have, but also what was, what wasn’t, and that which might or will be tomorrow. After all, if you take away the possibility of an Olympic Gold Medal, most things are still possible in only middle age. Life may or may not begin at 40, but Bob Horn is as happy now as he’s been in his entire life, save for the loss of hair and the gain of gut.