Awww...this was such a sweet reading experience. With your words, I could see the tiny tot so clearly and they have those pretty shoes, that they’re so thrilled with and proudly show off. And with that new-found confidence, they’re raring to go but the little legs are not yet so adept and hence the fall. No matter though, they’ll be veterans in no time. This is how life teaches those yet untouched. Such a brilliant metaphor, my friend.
As always, your lovely, descriptive pen and the superb thought content is unmatched! Kudos on this gem, my friend!
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5 Years Ago
Thank you dear DIVYA for your thoughtful and very generous words. So appreciate you.
.. read moreThank you dear DIVYA for your thoughtful and very generous words. So appreciate you.
AAAH YES, remembering those sweet says of toddler hood;your words are so delicate and descriptive, I can see in my mind's eye exactly what the speaker is saying; it's so vivid. Great write Chris!!
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4 Years Ago
Dear Betty, so pleased you enjoyed this little piece of nostalgia. There is something about tiny sho.. read moreDear Betty, so pleased you enjoyed this little piece of nostalgia. There is something about tiny shoes I find so utterly delightful. All good wishes.
This is the ultimate description of how a pair of old baby shoes can bring it all back . . . and when you bring it back, you do so with a flourish! I totally see the scurry & feel the squeal as this one lurches ahead & then bounces backside . . . perfect details in word splashes of familiarity. I'm not even into kids & this one melted my heart! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie
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4 Years Ago
Thanks Margie. Those little shoes certainly melted my heart when I found them again. Yes brought bac.. read moreThanks Margie. Those little shoes certainly melted my heart when I found them again. Yes brought back all sorts of fond memories. Put a smile on my face. Pleased you enjoyed this one.
We moved about this time last year, and when I was packing, it hit me how many little reminders of those early days I had kept of my children’s. My daughter’s first pair of shoes are something I feel sure I’ll never be able to let go. I asked myself when I was packing what I would, ultimately, do with all the mementoes. I don’t have an answer, but reason doesn’t intercede in conversations of the sentimental. I just can’t let them go.
I love the way your poem takes one treasured item and shows how we respond to those things. How the memory itself feels part of the object and can take us back to a time that seems forever vivid in the mind. It’s a lovely journey. The little girl learning to walk opens up to all the other little milestones, and each of us finds a personal memory among the words.
Great poem, Chris. Always nice to revisit those early days of parenthood.
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4 Years Ago
Yes, that first pair of little shoes hold such loving memories of our children's early days. I have .. read moreYes, that first pair of little shoes hold such loving memories of our children's early days. I have many momentos of loved ones, they are precious and I find it difficult to contemplate giving them up. I quite like the minimalistic, clean look lines that are popular currently but I am not going to obtain that look in my home :)) It is lived in and I often have my treasures displayed. Thank you Eilis and I am pleased that my lines reminded you of your daughter. All good wishes.
A wonderful poem dear Chris. The simple and easy days. I babysit my grandchildren for 11 years. I ensure I saw them fall and I saw them learn to run. Thank you for sharing the outstanding poetry.
Coyote
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4 Years Ago
Thank you Coyote for your lovely review. Our grandchildren are truly a blessing. All good wishes.read moreThank you Coyote for your lovely review. Our grandchildren are truly a blessing. All good wishes.
That brought back memories of childhood for me, my mum said I loved getting a new pair of shoes, I’d basically tap dance in them and want to goto sleep with them on ! Adorable little poem
brought a smile to my face :)
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4 Years Ago
So pleased you enjoyed the read and the memories it gave you Katrina. I thank you for your review.read moreSo pleased you enjoyed the read and the memories it gave you Katrina. I thank you for your review.
Ha ha, the read more Katrina is a computer glitch. It comes up frequently on the forum. I wouldn't d.. read moreHa ha, the read more Katrina is a computer glitch. It comes up frequently on the forum. I wouldn't dare be that cheeky :))
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lol thank you for that insightful declaration, I’m so glad you made me aware as I’ve seen this o.. read morelol thank you for that insightful declaration, I’m so glad you made me aware as I’ve seen this on a couple of pages lol :)
You brought back happy memories of my own daughters' first steps with this beautiful write! Thank you my friend. ~Sharon
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More than happy that my poem brought you memories of your own daughter's first steps. Precious momen.. read moreMore than happy that my poem brought you memories of your own daughter's first steps. Precious moments indeed. Thank you Sharon for considering these words.
My dear wife died eight years ago after we were together for forty-six years. I`m still finding mementos of our three kids tucked away in the back of drawers and in dusty boxes in the loft. They never get discarded - never will. These are the icons of love. Recently I found the tiny plaster caste my eldest son wore to stretch his foot ligaments when he took his first steps at 12 months old. Your poem is gorgeous, Christine Anne and will stay with you always.
with luv Pete x
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5 Years Ago
Dear Pete pleased to meet you on my page. Thank you for your lovely review. I was touched by your st.. read moreDear Pete pleased to meet you on my page. Thank you for your lovely review. I was touched by your story and delighted by your visit. All good wishes.
Chris, this poem touches all, especially parents of adult children. It seems every time I find something from my daughter or son's childhood, I'm lost in a swirl of memories. This poem is warm, yet reminds us of age and the heart tug we feel when we hold such precious things in our hands. A fine poem, as always, Chris.
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Thank you Robert. Amazing how those little finds send us down memory lane. They do indeed become mor.. read moreThank you Robert. Amazing how those little finds send us down memory lane. They do indeed become more precious with the years. Appreciate your thoughts very much on this write.
Albert, my paternal grandfather introduced me to Tennyson when I was nine. I have loved poetry ever since but did not attempt writing a single piece until I was 40. It's never too late to try somethin.. more..