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Bitter-Sweet Memories

Beneath the snow, sharp thorns grow on your tomb;
Reminders of the rose, that there once bloomed. 



Inspired by:  Brian Strand's contest, 'Double Take.'
Placed 3rd

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Nigel Fawcett

January 9, 2009 at 8:26 AM

Congratulations on your well deserved Third Place Win in Brian's contest. Love, Nigel

Joyce Johnson

January 5, 2009 at 7:48 PM

Well done. Congratulations. Joyce

Carrie Richards

January 5, 2009 at 10:55 AM

This one captured me when I first read it...A sure winning poem. Congratulations on your win, Elaine! ~ Love, Carrie

Brian Strand

January 5, 2009 at 7:47 AM

Congrats Elaine & thank you for supporting my contests & for your always welcome comments.Rgds Brian

Sharon Winter

January 5, 2009 at 7:10 AM

Congratulations Lainie on your big win in Brian's contest! Absolutely brilliant and so well deserved. Love, Shar

Kristin Reynolds

January 5, 2009 at 4:27 AM

Congrats on your win, Elaine!!! So indepth and full of your beauty, love, Kristin

Farah Chamma

December 18, 2008 at 9:10 PM

A great write ELaine...Concise yet poignant... Always, Farah

Sue Mason

December 16, 2008 at 4:32 PM

Don't know why Marilyn Monroe came to my mind ... guess cause I have a weird mind ... LOL ... anyway Ms. Elaine I do hope you have a warm, wonderful holiday and that '09 is a great year for you!!

James Foulk

December 16, 2008 at 10:30 AM

this was really beautiful, so warm. thank you for reading my poetry and for your kind comments. Have a happy Holiday.

Michael Jordan

December 16, 2008 at 9:19 AM

Elaine - Wow - You know I love you hon and your book has the most beautiful poetry in it - You are so gifted and I thank the Lord for granting me the pleasure of knowing you - You are a blessing - i want to wish you and all those that you love the most Blessed of Holidays Your Friend, MJ