Candy Coated Memories

Candy Coated Memories

Remembering the days of old
and standing there in line.
Watching all the people pass
holding your hand in mine.

Bell bottom jeans and flared out sleeves
when what far out meant was groovy.
M&Ms and popcorn
while we're watching some old movie.

Stealing kisses in the dark
being watched by unseen faces.
Praying that my upper lip
don't get stuck inside your braces.

Fountain pops and lemon drops
you just let me go so far.
Intermission was a good invention
 it's time for a Hersey bar.

I'm just a guy they just roll by
I'm not picking up your hints.
Trying to win you over 
With life savers and thin mints.

Movies almost over 
I can't bring myself to beg.
Wanting more I'll settle for 
just one hand on your leg.

Off to get some ice cream
and a piece of homemade pie.
Spending every dime I got
for the apple of my eye.

Edwin C Hofert
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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East Avatar
January 29, 2015 at 12:31 PM
Another cracker. I was that soldier - I've been there too....could I remember the film's name? Of course not. Great poem Edwin.
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January 29, 2015 at 12:45 PM
I had fun writing this one.. Girls with braces terrified me because a friend told me that actually happened. I've since learned he's an unreliable source of information lol. Thanks Dennis. Ed
Andresen Avatar
January 29, 2015 at 5:05 AM
- Pleasant and sweet memories, a poem that I enjoy reading - Well written, Edwin ! - I wish you a lovely day - // Anne-Lise :)
Hofert Avatar
January 29, 2015 at 5:39 AM
Thank you :) A lovely day to you as well. Ed.
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