about memories

A memory is more precious,
Than a moment of happiness,
Than a bird on the window,
Than a love song,
We repeat in the shining sun.

Marylin lived, princess,
On the banks of the Garonne,
The angels welcomed her.

The dawns of Sevastopol,
Shine in the memory,
Like ivory cats,
A memory is more precious
Than a moment of happiness. *

* inspired by a tombstone.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Etgen-Baker Avatar
July 31, 2026 at 3:23 PM
lovely words, especially liked the last two lines. wishing you well
Maverick Avatar
July 28, 2026 at 3:26 PM
Each of us has their valued thoughts Yann, a well expressed piece indeed.'
Dietrich Avatar
July 27, 2026 at 1:19 AM
Like ivory cats. Love that image. Sweet poem
Rodrigues Avatar
July 26, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Lovely thought…perhaps, your right, for we retain a good memory for a reason.
Goldsmith Avatar
July 26, 2026 at 9:20 AM
"about memories" is a beautiful write/read. Great memories are the best kind to have. Have a lovely day writing away............
Hind Avatar
July 25, 2026 at 10:32 PM
very beautiful
Poet Avatar
July 25, 2026 at 8:45 AM
Yann, your writing is just stunning. Your artistic talent is very inspiring.
Smith  Avatar
July 24, 2026 at 11:49 PM
Beautifully written.
Onclaud Avatar
July 24, 2026 at 11:09 PM
may we continue to collect memories whuch would add lifebto a lifetime...remarkable work ,yann
Kendrick Avatar
July 24, 2026 at 4:35 PM
We all have memories from all eras of our lives some good and some bad. Thank you for reminding us to have some to cherish. Sara K.
Buehler Avatar
July 24, 2026 at 4:22 PM
Memory is to be cherished for sure. A beautiful poem, Yann.
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