Reflections

Were they
obstacles
or merely
life’s rolling hills?

Were we
challenged
or simply
tested?

Or is that
the same thing?

How is our success
measured
after all
these years?

Is it our home?
Our children?
Is it longevity?
Good health?

Is it in terms
of happiness
or quiet
contentment?

Does the surface
reflect a truth
like the patina
of a well-lived life?