A Fond Remembrance

We became lovers in a youthful world
Where love's elation flowed forever free
And allowed untamed fervor to unfurl
In a sphere of change to young to see
Could all our shades and shadows have been known
When we held tight in our love's embrace
To know we could only reap what was sown
From windswept furrows, we could not replace
Now in these years of twilight thoughts are pure
I welcome the world we both looked upon
When we touched the face of love so unsure
Until the moment came when it was gone
You are a memory a lasting gift
A fond remembrance, that I will die with

3/26/21
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Y. Avatar
April 25, 2021 at 12:46 PM
Hi Frederic, What a well written poignant, and touching write. Congratulations on your 1st place win. It was well deserved. Have a great day:-) Alexis
Kulkarni Avatar
April 25, 2021 at 9:49 AM
Very touching love story beautifully penned!!
Blodgett Avatar
April 23, 2021 at 8:27 PM
Dear Mr. Parker, Such a subtle and beautiful statement of words depicting the unsureness of hearts in the excercise of loving. So humanly vulnerable and you bring it home with this full bodied pen. Love it so much Fred. Hope you are well and happy. Always your fan. Lonna
Parker Avatar
April 24, 2021 at 5:49 AM
yes Lonna, a moment we have all shared with someone, unsureness is truly the correct word, dear poet
Stathakis Avatar
April 23, 2021 at 8:22 PM
A very moving poem Frederic. Congratulations!
Parker Avatar
April 24, 2021 at 5:46 AM
thank you George for your kindness
Marcum Wong Avatar
April 23, 2021 at 12:32 PM
OMG this is so moving and beautiful Freddie! I am in tears, weeping for the lost loves of youth that had such profound changes upon my life. They will never be forgotten. I only wish I could Fave this ten times! POTD material for sure. The romantic music enhanced your wonderful words. Congratulations on your well deserved win. Thank you for making me cry. Love, Connie xxoo
Parker Avatar
April 24, 2021 at 5:45 AM
Connie, the warmth and kindness of your reply welcomes my day, thank you, dear poet
Alex Avatar
April 23, 2021 at 11:21 AM
Congratulations!
Parker Avatar
April 24, 2021 at 5:43 AM
thank you Christuraj
Hamilton Avatar
April 23, 2021 at 10:04 AM
Your talent soars high with this wonderful write, congrats Frederic on another top win!
Merryman Avatar
March 28, 2021 at 3:28 PM
A delightful, romantic write, Frederick! congrats on your win! Blessings, Kim M
Parker Avatar
March 28, 2021 at 3:34 PM
thank you Kim for your kind remark
Sands Avatar
March 27, 2021 at 8:05 AM
So beautiful Frédéric. I like the line , ...when we touched the face of love so unsure... This poem certainly takes the reader back with you to a wonderful time, held onto forever. :)
Parker Avatar
March 27, 2021 at 11:05 AM
Thank you Heidi, I believe we all have someone we remember fondly
Manassian Avatar
March 27, 2021 at 6:55 AM
How delightful, Frédéric. Your romantic sonnets speak of one who had treated true love
Parker Avatar
March 27, 2021 at 11:04 AM
Thank you my friend, so glad to see you back
Ashley Avatar
March 26, 2021 at 6:09 PM
Dear poet, dear friend, oh how I so enjoy your creative heart and soul so full of twilight romantic musing.. you bring me to the center of your poetic being with the wistful beauty of time-gentled passion. A great musical choice as well, I have always loved "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face". A breathtaking poetic presentation, Frederic. Your poetry soars! Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Parker Avatar
March 26, 2021 at 6:24 PM
I am blessed by your truly kind response to my poem, Susan...may peace be with you dear poet,dear friend
Rodrigues Avatar
March 26, 2021 at 3:43 PM
Love these lines: Could all our shades and shadows have been known/ When we held tight in our love's embrace
Parker Avatar
March 26, 2021 at 5:16 PM
Thank you Kim for your kind remarks
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