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Those memories of her, now bittersweet Recalling tender moments that we shared Young lovers' dreams which time can not defeat Is proof down deep inside how much I cared My pining heart still yearns for yesterday To taste those honey kisses once again Her dark brown eyes that always seemed to say The love she had for me would never end But that is where my recollection fades As fate stepped in and steered her love away The passing years created such a haze What caused our love to die has now decayed I wonder if she ever thinks of me With fondness, like my treasured memories an original poem by Daniel Turner

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Sharon Gulley

Date: 9/7/2016 9:22:00 AM

Beautiful and soulful memories shared, Daniel. This one I like a lot. It shows that everyone has beauty and love deep within their heart that is sometimes not noticed or seen when things change. Thanks for reminding me of what the other partner could feel as well. It heals. I love the title too. Sharon : )

Daniel Turner
Date: 9/7/2016 9:32:00 AM

Sharon,by looking at your icon, you look as if you have broken a few hearts:) I think we all have those memories of a long ago love and from time to time something will spark their memory. We wonder, do they think about me. Yes, they do. Thank you so much for taking the time to read and share your thoughts. It means a lot to me.

Teresa Skyles

Date: 8/15/2016 5:47:00 PM

These words were just beautiful and brought so many of my own memories back so Thank-you Daniel.Like your comment on my poem BROKEN.Teresa

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/16/2016 4:17:00 PM

Thank you Teresa for stopping by. I am glad you could stroll down memory lane with me. Always nice to see a smiling face. Drop by anytime.

Chris Hagy

Date: 8/9/2016 5:56:00 PM

Beautiful write...always good to keep those warm memories when you need a smile:)

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/10/2016 7:57:00 AM

Thank you Chris. Yes, it is nice to look back with a smile. I appreciate your time and your kindness.

Jean Murray

Date: 8/8/2016 5:10:00 AM

So sweet.

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/8/2016 9:42:00 AM

Thank you Jean. Not nearly as sweet as you.

Harry Horsman

Date: 8/7/2016 6:08:00 AM

Wonderful Sonnet Daniel, you paint the scene so well.

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/7/2016 6:30:00 AM

Thank you so much Harry. You are so kind and thoughtful. I really appreciate your support.

Mike Hauser

Date: 8/6/2016 10:21:00 AM

I think of my old high school sweet heart every now and then...like now, thanks for the reminder dude! Lol!

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/6/2016 11:01:00 AM

You reckon she still thinks about you, Mike? In fondness? I'm sure she does. I think we all do, not with vanity but with love. The heart never forgets a gentle touch. Thanks for dropping by Mike. It means a lot to me.

Janice Canerdy

Date: 8/5/2016 3:51:00 PM

A 7 for this lovely sonnet, Daniel! Janice

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/5/2016 4:19:00 PM

Thank you Janice. You are too kind. I appreciate your support and value your friendship.

Charlie Smith

Date: 8/5/2016 1:58:00 PM

Fond memories make for wonderful sonnets and this one fills the bill. Thanks for sharing it with us Daniel...

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/5/2016 2:10:00 PM

Thank you Charlie. Your visits always make for happy hearts. I always enjoy your company.

Winged Warrior

Date: 8/5/2016 9:27:00 AM

A beautiful sonnet my friend Daniel...will go down in the history of sonnets...god bless...^WW^

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/5/2016 10:11:00 AM

If I was in school it might draw a C+ or a B-. I would say average. I'm no Shakespeare. LOL Thank you though, Wing Man, I really appreciate the high praise and I always look forward to our next visit:)

Vladislav Raven

Date: 8/5/2016 9:14:00 AM

Hi Daniel, it is a shame you didn't put this sonnet in for the contest. I think it would have done well my friend. Anyway, i liked this one a lot so i thought i would drop bty and have another read Daniel. I have to give another seven my friend....Mike.

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/5/2016 10:08:00 AM

Mike, I no longer write for any contest. I do thank you again for dropping by and when you talk to Lin tell her I said hello:) I'll be around later to do some reading.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/4/2016 6:08:00 PM

I too stop and wonder sometimes if my old loves think of me. I sure do hope so. They are some of my best memories. Lovely poem, Daniel.

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/4/2016 6:26:00 PM

Thank you Andrea. You are partly responsible for teaching me about meter, so now I am thanking you. I am certain from time to time, we all relive a yesterday and wonder "what if?" The best part is, we can answer it any way we like.

Jan Allison

Date: 8/4/2016 5:26:00 PM

I read your comment to Becca - I miss Lin so much Daniel she is such a talented writer - she would be so so proud of you with this wonderful write. I still struggle with sonnets, but like you have wonderful people here to help me on the right path:-) hugs Jan xx 7

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/4/2016 5:38:00 PM

I miss her, too, Jan. I still talk to her on occasion. I never forget a friend! Thank you for the wonderful comments and for mentioning our friend:):)

Craig Cornish

Date: 8/4/2016 1:20:00 PM

Mr Turner, This is an excellent bookmark for those who say they struggle with meter. There was a time when we all did (most find it impossible), but few have mastered it as you have here, and better yet to be written with a truly romantic yet self-effacing tinge that grips the heart. A perfect volta in line 9. I love everything about this sonnet!

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/4/2016 2:20:00 PM

Thank you. I wrote my very first sonnet in Feb of this year. With the help of many people here in the soup and some no longer here, I learned how to write sonnets. I kept doing it over and over. You can see just by looking at my list of poems. Mastered (hardly) but I do understand. Thank you for your wonderful comments.

Joanna Daniel

Date: 8/4/2016 11:23:00 AM

Great sonnet:)

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/4/2016 12:37:00 PM

Thank you Jo for your time and support:)

Sandra Haight

Date: 8/4/2016 11:13:00 AM

Such a lovely Sonnet, Daniel. I agree with Becca that it fits all the requirements for excellent meter, rhyme, and good enjambment. 7 Sandra

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/4/2016 12:37:00 PM

Thank you Dear lady. I appreciate the high praise.

Sandra Haight

Date: 8/4/2016 11:13:00 AM

Forget to enter the 7, so here it is :)

Wendy Rycroft

Date: 8/4/2016 9:19:00 AM

Great poem well written x

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/4/2016 12:35:00 PM

Thank you Mrs. Wendy. I really appreciate you stopping in to read and comment.

Robert Pettit

Date: 8/4/2016 12:57:00 AM

A prime example of a well written sonnet poem. Kudos to you for this entry.

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/4/2016 6:39:00 AM

Thank you Robert. I appreciate your time and comment.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 8/3/2016 7:21:00 PM

I see Becca appreciated this one. She has excellent taste, well done Daniel.

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/3/2016 7:27:00 PM

Thank you Richard. You flatter me but I am a jingle writer compared to you.

Caycay Jennings

Date: 8/3/2016 5:15:00 PM

Beautiful emotion, a touching and longing filled sonnet ... CayCay

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/3/2016 5:52:00 PM

Thank you CayCay. I truly value your continued support. Your comments always bring a smile.

Vladislav Raven

Date: 8/3/2016 4:17:00 PM

Hi Daniel, an excellent sonnet, a heartfelt write. A well written sonnet with wonderful content. It touches the reader deeply. Bittersweet memories which flow so well. This ais a definite seven and a fave Daniel. My your pen ever run gold my friend....Mike.

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/3/2016 4:24:00 PM

Thank you Mike. Coming from someone of your caliber when it comes to love poems, I value that compliment.

Tim Smith

Date: 8/3/2016 4:10:00 PM

A tremendous echo and that last line brings it home DT...wonderful

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/3/2016 4:21:00 PM

Thanks Tim. Just trying to keep up with you!

Ilene Bauer

Date: 8/3/2016 3:56:00 PM

very touching and beautifully written, daniel.....

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/3/2016 4:01:00 PM

Thank you, Ilene. I really appreciate your kind words of support.

Nette Onclaud

Date: 8/3/2016 2:09:00 PM

daniel, ohh dear, goosebumps here as you entrance!.. this is so sentimental, lovely.. huggs

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/3/2016 2:37:00 PM

Thank you, nette. Coming from you and the way you write sonnets, that is a treasured compliment.

Becca Teagan

Date: 8/3/2016 1:24:00 PM

Daniel this is so beautiful !! Excellent meter, use of enjambment, lovely rhymes that are not forced... it all flows together so well, and the words are sentimental and romantic. Very very nice. Saving this to favorites. Thank you for writing this. Hugs

Jan Allison
Date: 8/4/2016 7:04:00 PM

I miss Lin too Daniel she was always so generous with her advice:-( hugs Jan xx

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/3/2016 1:36:00 PM

Thank you and you are welcome. I owe it all to Lin Lane, who taught me how to write a sonnet but I had many people here in the soup who contributed, too many to name them all but they know who they are.