Getting Older

Every bone and muscle
In my body seems to hurt.
Is this my future – staying home,
Lethargic and inert?

I do my stretches but I’ve never
Been the limber sort,
Yet I still walk 3 miles each day,
I’m happy to report.

Is age the culprit or perhaps
A reason so much worse?
If it’s the former, we can’t make
The years go in reverse.

Yet other possibilities
Loom darkly in my mind,
Contributing some wrinkles
To a face already lined.

I must admit that getting old’s
Annoying as can be
And what is most surprising is
It’s happening to me!