BENCH IN MEMORIAM

She always loved this spot,
High up on the cliff top.
We would spread a blanket
And sit side by side
Planning our lives ahead.
But God had other plans
And all I have left is
This bench that bears her name.

Musings On A Bench contest
Sponsor - Netta Onclaud
16th March 2026
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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March 16, 2026 at 7:36 AM
Good Luck! I entered this contest too, the prompt was really cool. I like the way you interpreted it.
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