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Ephemera

She found some mementoes stored in a box before the new owners came to change the locks. An assortment of items almost forgotten now partly hidden under protective cotton. The items were in her late husband's dresser; reminders of the days when he tried to impress her. Some old coins, a yellowed program, a dog-eared ticket; her memories stirred and for just a minute husband and wife were united, if only in spirit. Two soulmates: one on earth, one up above, linked by ephemera, but forever in love.

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Date: 4/17/2024 4:06:00 PM
A beautiful poem, Jim The memories these little mementoes can bring. SuZ
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Jim Healey
Date: 4/17/2024 6:22:00 PM
Thank you very much, Suzanne. I appreciate it. There is definitely a nostalgic feeling that comes with writing this type of poem. Take care. Jim
Date: 4/17/2024 4:32:00 AM
HI Jim--What a touching, ephemeral poem and perfectly fitting for the contest. I particularly liked "her memories stirred and for just a minute husband and wife were united, if only in spirit," Your poem resonated with me. A fave. Enjoy your day, Sara
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Jim Healey
Date: 4/17/2024 5:58:00 AM
Thank you for the kind words, Sara. I appreciate it. Take care. J.

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