What does Ecclesiastes 12:5 mean?

People become afraid of heights and dangers along the road. The almond tree blossoms, the grasshopper drags itself along, and desire fades away. In the end, we go to our lasting home, and those who mourn are already gathering in the street. Ecclesiastes 12:5 - Modern Text Bible

(This verse describes the fears and frailty of old age, the white hair (almond blossoms), the slow movement (grasshopper), and the loss of passion. It ends with the reality of death and mourning.)