Somewhere Along Life’s Way (by Harry William Dayhoff)

Somewhere Along Life’s Way

When I’m relaxed my thoughts retreat
Back to a long forgotten day
I think about the friends I’ve met
Somewhere along life’s way.

I feel the handclasps that were pressed
I hear warm greetings they conveyed
I see the smiles from friends I’ve met
Somewhere along life’s way.

I see grins as broad as oceans
I sense the message they portrayed
I dream of times with friends I’ve met
Somewhere along life’s way.

I replay music that reminds me
Of favorite songs from yesterday
In harmony with friends I’ve met
Somewhere along life’s way.

I long again to trace my footsteps
To capture dreams that slipped away
I’ll forever hold dear friends I’ve met
Somewhere along life’s way.

I love to turn my memories on
And listen intently while they play
Orchestrations by friends I’ve met
Somewhere along life’s way.

I look backward not to whine or pout
But to count my blessings as I pray
Because of friends like you I’ve met
Somewhere along life’s way.

--Harry William Dayhoff (06-14-02)