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:: Box of Treasures ::

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I pull down from the shelf
The beautiful box of treasures
Ornately carved
Warm, yet well worn 
To the gentle touch of my fingers

There is no rush
As I sit in this cosy spot
The sunlight of memory
Like a shaft of enlightenment
Beams onto my cheeks

There is a brass clasp
That silently releases the lid
Inset with filigree, blue and gold
My favourite colours
In my favourite pattern

The hinges release the air inside
Like a happy sigh
A hug of acceptance
As a valued friend visits
After life has carved out years of absence

My eyes closed, I reach inside..
I find the sound of laughter
Forest light streaming through the trees
Jewels of picnics and Spring days
Friends I have loved and lost

I find endless Christmases
Warm Summer gifts of love
Painted pictures from children
Smiles from unexpected messages
Or kind words that linger

I find weddings and food and dancing
Music and poetry and photographs, old and new
I remember the holding of many hands
Small, soft, pretty, all different
Some tired and wrinkly (my favourites)

I find emotions that I thought I had lost
All gathered in this precious box.
Placed carefully, 
Never broken
Always perfect and personal

I am slightly overwhelmed
(it happens sometimes)
For now, the tears can stay outside
As I close the lid, replace the clasp
Until the next time

Copyright © Sam Scott | Year Posted 2024

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Christina Bowring Date: 4/5/2024 2:11:00 PM This is a beautiful, very touching write dear Sam. It feels so personal and lifelike. You have such a skilled, natural way of drawing the reader in. Your poetry is just so natural and I think, the more I read from you, that’s one of your gifts. You write from the heart truly and that can’t be taught. It has to be felt and that’s exactly what the reader experiences too- a part of you - a true poet. Your perfect narration makes it even more personal. A treasure trove of sentimental gems that Login to Reply Sam Scott Date: 4/6/2024 9:13:00 PM Thank you dear Christina.. I don't quite know what to say to such overwhelming affirmation. You help make this poem evermore special to me than it already was. Thank you. Sam x Christina Bowring Date: 4/5/2024 2:12:00 PM no money could ever buy. I love dear Wen’s response to it. It’s a wonderful heartfelt write from you and a privilege to read my friend. Blessings and smiles x:):)

Speaks Volumes Date: 2/9/2024 9:29:00 PM My eyes are wet with tears Sam. This is am absolutely Perfect poem. I hadn't read it before now, but in all honesty of all the poems I have ever read on Poetry Soup, that is the most magnificent. I feel honored that you chose to share it with us all. Nothing more I can say. I know I will enjoy reading it again and again, Thank you Sam. Login to Reply Sam Scott Date: 2/9/2024 11:04:00 PM Oh my dear heart x this message just made it into the box of treasures :'-) xx

Kim Rodrigues Date: 2/3/2024 8:53:00 AM A wonderful write, Sam! My cousin sent me a treasure box filled with letters to my grandma, mostly love letters from my grandpa, who died when I was 2. Congratulations on your win! Login to Reply Sam Scott Date: 2/3/2024 9:10:00 AM Thank you kindly, Kim. These memories are SO very precious - especially in our digital, erase in a click, transient age. The art of letter writing too is so valuable. Let's agree to do it more and reclaim the value & the memories for future generations. Bless you :)

Regina Mcintosh Date: 2/1/2024 6:47:00 AM With much love and congrats, this is wonderfully done. God bless you always, love, Gina Login to Reply Sam Scott Date: 2/1/2024 9:31:00 AM Thank you so much, Gina x

Ink Empress Date: 1/28/2024 8:10:00 AM Oh i didnt know this was for this contest, but it works well too, clever dear sam! One of my faves this if from you! Loved it! Pleasure to see you in winners list, congratulations! Well deserved Login to Reply Sam Scott Date: 1/28/2024 11:10:00 AM Thanks Ink. A surprise, but a nice one. I thank you for the endorsement it means a lot from you :))

Sara Kendrick Date: 1/27/2024 4:24:00 AM Sometimes looking at those old pictures can bring back happy memories, or they can bring back sad memories or even regrets. Thanks for sharing this one with us and for dropping by my page. Sara K Login to Reply Sam Scott Date: 1/27/2024 6:12:00 AM Guess we get to choose which memories we treasure, Sara. Life is a rich tapestry with memories yet to be made. Thank you for your attentive, thoughtfulness :)) Sx

Jerry Brotherton Date: 1/23/2024 5:09:00 PM A lovely poem, my friend. Memories are more valuable than any treasure. Login to Reply Sam Scott Date: 1/23/2024 6:18:00 PM Jerry, so true. Bless you, richly friend :)

Ink Empress Date: 1/23/2024 11:01:00 AM This is the best ive read on this topic. So heartfelt and so many emotions, the good the bad and the way you described them all is just soul warming and i wish i could have that box too, of my own. I know theres so much i will find too, things that ive lost, but one specific thing comes to my mind. My bestfriend, her last letter handwritten for me, which i always carries with me. But lost it when i moved from malaysia to maldives, something i wish i can find. Anyhow. BOL! I loved this Login to Reply Sam Scott Date: 1/25/2024 10:29:00 PM Also, this box can be yours too.. close your eyes and reach high to the shelf of memories and collate all of the most precious jewels together.. find a beautiful place to put them. Sit and open it often x Sam Scott Date: 1/23/2024 6:22:00 PM Ink, thank you for sharing something so precious. I pray that letter returns but the memory of it, and her, will always be secure inside your heart. Big blessings, thank you :))

Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 1/23/2024 8:31:00 AM - I have a similar book myself ... I know what it means ... memories to touch ... and smell ... a lovely pem, Sam :) - hugs Login to Reply Sam Scott Date: 1/23/2024 6:17:00 PM May it always be precious and safe Anne-Lise. Heartfelt thanks :)