18 I felt certain that I would livea long and happy life,then die in my own bed.
19 In those days I was stronglike a tree with deep rootsand with plenty of water,
20 or like an archer's new bow.
21 Everyone listened in silenceto my welcome advice,
22 and when I finished speaking,nothing needed to be said.
23 My words were eagerly acceptedlike the showers of spring,
24 and the smile on my facerenewed everyone's hopes.