James Marshall Goff Poet Narrative

Dandelion Wine

A symphony of joy raced through the
Hospital hallway 

Mom in a wheelchair holding her first daughter Born after 2 boys!
Dad alongside grinning like he struck gold!

Driving home!

Just minutes from the hospital Dad 
Braked to a stop!
He spotted a wild dandelion patch shining bright!
Mom was in hysterics!

Joyful as a wee lad, he gathered armfuls 
Of bright yellow dandelion tops!

He was gonna make dandelion wine in
Honor of the occasion!

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Diane Christian January 13, 2025 at 3:36 AM a lovley wrire. i used to like making daisy chains. a old wives tale was if we pick dandelions they make you wet the bed. can never remember where it stemed from

James Peranteau August 25, 2024 at 5:07 PM deliciously familiar dear poet.. ty, it did brighten the lack uv sun today ;) much love

Ink Empress August 22, 2024 at 1:53 AM A poem that flows with memories and nostalgia, its amazing how youv painted imagery and told us this story in such a seamless manner. Heartfelt write that many can feel as they read! Ive never heard of dandelion wine before this. Sounds nice. Pleasure reading your work always. Sending you light always

Joe Maverick August 3, 2024 at 11:08 PM Love it Jimbo..Ab-soul-ute gold-en memories.! Be well be blessed..)

Sherry Beck July 30, 2024 at 2:52 PM Memories are bittersweet, especially when they replay in the weeds that come up as Dandelions. Our tears nourish the garden and heal the wounds of yesterday. James Marshall Goff July 31, 2024 at 9:46 AM Sweetness Sherry! Thanks!

Mystic Rose Rose July 28, 2024 at 1:31 PM this is so dear and special Jim, still thinking about you and what you've been through, I hope you can join us this coming Wed on cafe night love vie James Marshall Goff July 28, 2024 at 9:27 PM Love to! I won't forget this time, promise!

Eileen Manassian July 28, 2024 at 12:30 AM What a heartwarming write. Nostalgia had its charm. Thank you so much for your visit and kind words. It's much appreciated. James Marshall Goff July 28, 2024 at 9:28 PM Of course Eileen!

Jan Allison July 26, 2024 at 5:51 PM what a lovely uplifting poem - never tried dandelion wine - they dont live long enough here in my garden - i whip the flowers off lol:-) hugs Jan xx James Marshall Goff July 27, 2024 at 11:11 PM Thanks Jan!

Nette Onclaud July 26, 2024 at 3:30 PM this calls for a celebration ...an amazing, cheerful write, James! James Marshall Goff July 27, 2024 at 11:27 PM Thanks Nette!

Darlene De Beaulieu July 26, 2024 at 11:51 AM Hello James Marshall Goft, Lot of people pick the dandelion to make wine. Enjoyh your day my friend. /Darlene/ Darlene De Beaulieu July 28, 2024 at 11:22 AM Hello James Goff, Hi! so nice to see you. You are welcome. my fdriend. /darlene/ James Marshall Goff July 27, 2024 at 11:38 PM Thanks Darlene!

Regina Mcintosh July 26, 2024 at 12:11 AM Love it! God bless you. love, Gina James Marshall Goff July 26, 2024 at 4:16 AM Thanks Gina! Thanks for stopping by!