A Relic

It sits, unwavering, on my desk
  a relic from a by-gone era
Lowest of low tech
  its on/off chain unobtrusive

Classic lines, bronze weight
  solid as King Arthur's fortress
My initials traced in its dust
  Lights up my nights
    ~ Lets me write

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M. L. Kiser

Date: 3/30/2020 7:01:00 PM

I like that relic, it conjures creativity!

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/30/2020 10:28:00 PM

Like that word 'conjure.' Haven't seen it for a while. Inveterate Shakespearean that I am, I always remember Cassius telling Brutus: 'Brutus can conjure a spirit as well as Caesar...' ~ Hapless English Teacher

J.R. Wren-Ingalls

Date: 3/24/2020 6:29:00 PM

I love that you are writing about something old and reliable! I also think that it's wonderful that it is something that is a source of light!

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/24/2020 7:57:00 PM

There you go! Hadn't thought of the connection that you did. Thanks! ~ gw

Arturo Michael

Date: 3/24/2020 6:19:00 PM

An old bronze lamp...what is it...

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/24/2020 7:56:00 PM

Well, it's not a bronze-plated flashlight! Smiles, Gershon

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 3/24/2020 4:37:00 PM

Items created long ago were made to last, even cars. Newer often isn't better. I enjoyed your tribute to your lamp that keeps you company when you write Gershon. I feel that way about my car. xxoo

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/24/2020 7:55:00 PM

You mean that your car keeps you company when you write, Connie?! Remarkable car you have! LOL. Thanks, Gershon

John Watt

Date: 3/24/2020 4:26:00 PM

So many things today are designed to last only a year or two (can anybody say 'cellphones'?) Nice to have a sturdy, old friend that always works and gives us comfort. Nice write Gershon ~ your relic friend John

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/24/2020 7:54:00 PM

Sure is nice to find something dependable. Now I'm looking for a goldfish that lasts more than a week. LOL. Thanks, John. ~ Gershon

Ilene Bauer

Date: 3/24/2020 3:44:00 PM

sometimes those relics from the past (which always work better than what's out there today) are worth holding onto. i'm glad yours helps you when you write, gershon! i enjoyed your poem...

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/24/2020 7:53:00 PM

Yes, an old relic helps this old relic! :) Gershon

Sam Kauffman

Date: 3/24/2020 2:04:00 PM

As you say, I'm paraphrasing, as writers it is important to surround ourselves with things that comfort and inspire us - like creating a nest or safe womb. Nice write my friend. Blessings on you and your "friend."

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/24/2020 7:52:00 PM

Thanks for the creative comment, Sam! :) Gershon