[intro] [Verse 1] From chickenpox to cataracts from Pampers to Depends, So goes the cycle we call life, as it begins, it ends. [Verse 2] No need to moan when arches fall, or wrinkles cross your face. Why fret if you have lost a step? There is no need to race. [Verse 3] Accept your skin that has more spots, and hair that’s snowy white. Accept the fact that now you must wake up to pee at night. [bridge] [hushed voice] Please never, ever, mention sex or products like Viagra The young folks think your honeymoon Ended in Niagara. [Verse 4] Who cares if your T.V. remote Is something you detest? Just hand it to your better half; To keep peace in your “nest.” [whistling]] [Verse 5] And when it comes to politics, There is a golden rule. It’s better not to take a side Than speak and sound the fool. [Verse 6] At church, the music may not sound Like hymns you’ve loved for years. The deacons say that we must change So, bless their hearts, the dears. [Verse 7] Rejoice when you forget the things you used to know by heart. Rejoice that heaven’s closer, where you’ll get a brand-new start. [outro] Thank heaven, heaven’s closer where you will’ get a brand-new start. [whistling]
