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Golden Years

The come:
friends, neighbors, associates,
even members of family.
They depart.

We outlive some.
Lose track of most.
Feel numb
about the rest.
Each losing value
once they pass along.

Today,
no one is allowed
to stay overnight,
too many memories
overwhelm.