When we grow old - words from my Grandmama

When we grow old,

it is not how much money we have made,

how big our house and cars are,

how fine our swimming pool is,

or how beautiful our clothes are

that will matter.

The only thing that matters in the end is

whether we are at peace with ourselves,

and the universe,

and whether we love anyone,

and whether anyone loves us.

The capacity to love,

be it love for family or friends,

pets, garden, music or books,

- this is the one thing in life that lasts,

and will make our lives as rich and joyful as our beginnings.

Success in job or possession is trivial and temporary,

compared with the task of a lifetime,

and the only thing that makes life worthwhile

- loving.

Agnes Krippner