A Simple Chair

A Simple Chair

Me, a thing made of wood
just a simple chair
from the day you bought me
you held me with care

You sat me there 
in that special place
and decorated me 
with cushions and lace

Now, I watch you all day
as you go about
everything I see
there's not a doubt

For when, you're in a fight
I know your words are true
but if only I could speak
I'd be there for you

And if you take a rest 
upon my lap
I feel so happy
I want to clap

But my hands, 
they're made of wood
I cannot move them 
I wish I could

When I'm left
all alone
I'm always waiting 
to see you home

If you're not there 
to sit on me
how useless and sad
I'll feel and be

I'm glad you're there
to fill my empty seat
but to make you comfy
is my only treat

I can do nothing else
for I'm just a chair
one whom you kept
with love and care.

For D. Guzzie's " A chairs tale contest"
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Gass Avatar
February 27, 2009 at 12:16 PM
This is wonderful, Maryam! I love the title. It is perfect for this sweet chair you have brought to life! Good luck! Love, Robin
Higgins Avatar
February 27, 2009 at 4:23 AM
Well done my friend. You captured the chair so well..Best wishes in the contest.
Moreno Avatar
February 27, 2009 at 12:53 AM
"And if you take a rest upon my lap" Nice lines my favorite ones and good luck in the contest...Raul
Devonshire Avatar
February 26, 2009 at 4:10 PM
Maryam, it's amazing how you've succeeded in giving life to a chair! Very nice, Carolyn
Winter Avatar
February 26, 2009 at 4:42 AM
Aww, I truly felt the emotion of this chair! Great job. Good luck in the contest! Love, Shar
Jordan Avatar
February 25, 2009 at 7:14 PM
Maryam wonderful poem you have penned - Good luck in the contest - God Bless, MJ
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