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The Heirloom

I lay within a drawer so long Loneliness was my heart's song My diamonds never saw the light of day Since granma's death,I'd been that way Her grandson went a'courting strong Maybe my exile now,will not last long He brought home his bride-to-be Glowing with pride,for his parents ,to see He slipped me on her left hand, They planned a wedding,oh so grand That special day soon came around A gold band nearby, I suddenly found For many years we would not part Such friendship heals the lonely heart A day then arrived,of which I live in dread Returned to a drawer,by a bed.

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Frances Schiavina

Date: 2/19/2023 7:19:00 AM

All your poems Brian are so masterfully written they live one speechless and with the feeling that any comment wouldn't do them justice. Thank you for all your work and all your contests especially the one you gave me a gold trophy. I prayed for you asking Jesus to return the happiness you gave me and more.

Elaine George

Date: 9/10/2020 6:49:00 AM

A gorgeous personification , Brian. Thank you for sharing. ~ Elaine

Brian Strand
Date: 9/10/2020 7:13:00 AM

Good to hear from you Elaine,nice to see you around these parts again.Stay creative(& well of course)

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/8/2020 7:44:00 AM

I like this one better than the other ones of yours that I have read this morning. It’s good to see one with comments. I hope you did well in the contest.

Line Gauthier

Date: 2/10/2020 4:15:00 PM

A FAVE for me, Brian. Thanks for this lovely poem as well as for sponsoring so many contests. I called your contribution the pulse of the site and I mean it. Line xx

Brian Strand
Date: 2/11/2020 4:56:00 AM

contd:Line,I have read many many ' published poets' in my studies in recent years and there more than a score of PS poets here over the years who imho who rate equally thereto hence my contests.When I list a poet therein with a Ist therein it means that work equals that judgement.

Brian Strand
Date: 2/10/2020 4:42:00 PM

Cheers Line,unless folk here enter the pulse slows & there is no showcase of their giftings.Your support to my contests is much valued.It provides me with a convenient opportunity to read the poetics here,so its win-win.PS has been the 'best' of its kind on net since at least 2007 in my experience.I have been priviledged to ' meet' many peer poets

Carole Duet

Date: 11/19/2018 3:27:00 PM

Wow! What an excellent poem! I love it. FAVED

Brian Strand
Date: 11/19/2018 4:11:00 PM

Thanks Carole,so glad you enjoyed it

Line Gauthier

Date: 9/5/2017 7:24:00 PM

Very touching. Well written. Thank you.

Brian Strand
Date: 9/6/2017 12:50:00 AM

You are too kind Line

Line Gauthier

Date: 8/20/2017 9:14:00 AM

Your poem HEIRLOOM is very warm and touching. Thanks for sharing.

Brian Strand
Date: 8/20/2017 11:42:00 AM

Thanks Line

Anna Hester

Date: 5/31/2016 9:00:00 PM

This is my favorite poem of the ones I read today, because it shows life revolving.

Brian Strand
Date: 6/1/2016 6:51:00 AM

You are too kind Anna.I think this did ok in a conrest from way back when rgds Brian

Ralph Sergi

Date: 5/31/2016 6:20:00 PM

Hi Brian: A tribute to an old ring. I really liked this poem. You are a breath of fresh air to Poetry Soup.

Brian Strand
Date: 6/1/2016 6:53:00 AM

Thank you for the compliment Ralph, best wishes with your creative endeavours.rgds Brian

Ralph Sergi

Date: 5/31/2016 6:20:00 PM

Hi Brian: A tribute to an old ring. I really liked this poem. You are a breath of fresh air to Poetry Soup.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 5/31/2016 5:12:00 PM

I can feel the emotion from sadness to joy to a comfortable caring then the sadness once again..I am glad that I chose this one to read today..Sara

Brian Strand
Date: 6/1/2016 6:54:00 AM

Thanks Sara trust all is well? rgds Brian

Ina Nakagawa

Date: 5/31/2016 2:46:00 PM

Beautiful poem! Love it!

Brian Strand
Date: 6/1/2016 6:55:00 AM

Glad you liked it Ina.rgds Brian

Jean Murray

Date: 5/31/2016 1:13:00 PM

Brian, this is beautiful. And long before the ring called Precious.

Brian Strand
Date: 6/1/2016 6:56:00 AM

Thanks for your kind comments Jean rgds Brian

John Heck

Date: 12/4/2008 7:05:00 AM

Dear Brian - Congratulations on your poem making Round One of the PSoup poetry contest! Wishing you all the best in the finals and have a Happy Holiday season. Peace always, John

Michael Jordan

Date: 11/29/2008 8:29:00 PM

Brian I believe this is by far the longest poem I have seen of yours - Congrats on your poetry making it through to the next round – Great Job & God Bless

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 11/19/2008 4:10:00 AM

Brian, congratulations on your poetry making it through the first round. Good luck in the finals. Love, Carol

Sharon Winter

Date: 10/27/2008 6:08:00 AM

Warmest congrats dear Brian on making it through the first round! Good luck! Love, Shar

Ernesto P. Santiago

Date: 10/27/2008 3:56:00 AM

Hello Sir, my congratulations to you on your flawless piece "The Heirloom" through to the final round, goodluck! Rgds, Ernesto

Ed Coet

Date: 8/21/2008 11:07:00 AM

Way to go Brian. A great and well deservednwin for you. -ED-

Sharon Winter

Date: 8/15/2008 7:09:00 AM

Congratulations Brian on your Second Place win in Elaine's Personification contest! Outstanding and so well deserved! Love, Shar