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Not Just A House, But A Home

It seems like only yesterday
My home was filled with activity,
Laughter, quarreling and lots of love.
Just as life should be.

I look around and see yesteryears
Of scuffed floors and marked up walls,
Telling a story of lives being lived.
My children's ebbs and flows of life-

Dirty faces, begging to be chased,
Sticky fingers, grass stained knees,
Floor picnics on rainy days,
Wiping tears and snotty noses,
Breaking up many small feuds,
And with my arms stretched out wide,
I'd show them how I love them more.

Dare I say, kids grow up way too fast.
Before you know it they've left the nest.
But inside their hearts where love should grow,
They will make not just a house, but a home.



For Leonora Galinta's contest, 'A Home'

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  1. Date: 5/22/2013 5:20:00 PM

    Great work..Yes, the children take what they learn at home forward into their homes..Enjoyed reading your creative truth filled work..Thanks for the stop by my work..Sara
  1. Date: 5/22/2013 10:12:00 AM

    - Connie, this is beautifully written. - Yes, time goes by too quickly .... Now it is the grandchildren playing and laughing in my home. - Good luck in the contest. - Have a nice day. - oxox / / Anne-Lise :)
  1. Date: 5/21/2013 8:07:00 PM

    It happens in a heartbeat! I know of what you speak........and it's all those things that make a house a home! :)
  1. Date: 5/21/2013 8:06:00 PM

    very nice write Connie....you captured the essence of a home...best wishes
  1. Date: 5/21/2013 6:52:00 PM

    This is a perfect image of what a true Home is my friend! Full of life and activity, the youth of yesteryear all parading about the house, that is part of a lovely past! That is what makes it a home, just remember, this is still their Home, no matter where they go, this will always be their Home to remember! Whenever they come back to visit, this is their Home, where they still feel loved and full of warm memories! This is a wonderful poem Connie, and remember that its still Home! Great Work!!
  1. Date: 5/21/2013 6:39:00 PM

    Connie, you poem is so true. The children grow up so fast yet the house holds signs of the past. Lovely write for the contest luv. Best wishes. Hugs and luv,Gail

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