Awesome job! I like the explanations you're including now behind what inspired the verses. The getting old part I understand all too well. Ringing in my ears 24/7, I've learned to almost ignore it now along with the aches and pains. Getting old sucks...

It's so fun to have little kids around, they love spending time with you. Then they become teenagers... I'm sure you know the feeling well already...

I hope the BBQ was good. Great poem you put together!