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Dedicated to my amazing son

FLYING HIGH My home ... an empty nest Permanent reminders of you scattered around like fallen twigs Old school photographs bring a lump to my throat You have spread your wings, flown the nest, broadened your horizons Like a Swallow I hope you will return again one day soon My best free verse from May 2018 sponsored by Laura Loo 5/10/18

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Christuraj Alex

Date: 7/2/2021 8:04:00 AM

Very hopeful poem. Congratulations!

Jan Allison
Date: 7/2/2021 9:34:00 AM

Thanks Christuraj:-) hugs jan xx

Carole Duet

Date: 3/1/2020 8:40:00 PM

I just read this wonderful little poem of yours, Jan, and I loved it....especially the line about the "swallows" returning home...just like we hope our children will do. One of mine finally returned recently and so this poem really resonated with me. Loved it.

Jan Allison
Date: 7/2/2021 5:43:00 AM

so sorry Carole I've just found your comment when looking for a contest entry:-( hugs jan xx

Susan Gentry

Date: 7/4/2018 11:54:00 AM

Congratulations on your win with this awesome poem and tribute to your son. Beautifully written!

Jan Allison
Date: 7/4/2018 11:56:00 AM

Thanks Susan:-) hugs jan xx

Lu Loo

Date: 7/3/2018 6:35:00 AM

so much said in such few words dear lady. Sadly beautiful too and simply put. thank you for your entry and congratulations on your placement :)-luloo

Jan Allison
Date: 7/4/2018 11:55:00 AM

Thanks so much LuLoo:-) hugs jan xx

Arthur Vaso

Date: 5/12/2018 11:47:00 PM

This is very beautiful poetry!

Jan Allison
Date: 5/13/2018 3:52:00 AM

Thanks Art - I submitted to a recent contest got the usual n/a but you tell me is it poetry,:-( hugs Jan xx

Susan Ashley

Date: 5/12/2018 7:50:00 PM

WOW! Jan, this poem is deeply touching my heart with your heartache. Such a perfect and poignant poem of heartfelt and bittersweet expression. The melancholy beauty of the emotional depth of your poem is stunning, especially your last two lines.. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Jan Allison
Date: 5/13/2018 3:50:00 AM

Thanks Susan:-) hugs Jan xx

Stephen Pennell

Date: 5/12/2018 9:18:00 AM

swallows always come back jan great tribute to son

Jan Allison
Date: 5/12/2018 10:57:00 AM

Thanks Stephen:-) I hope he comes back when he has time for a long weekend:-) hugs jan xx

Lisa Ricci

Date: 5/11/2018 1:42:00 PM

Dear Jan. Hi. We have seen your flair and wit. Now we see your elegance and grace. Take a bow. This is beautiful poetry in true fashion. Be proud. Have a wonderful night.

Jan Allison
Date: 5/11/2018 1:44:00 PM

aww thanks so much Lisa. I do surprise with the odd serious poem and this one is a current favourite of mine and very special to me:-) hugs jan xx

James Horn

Date: 5/11/2018 8:57:00 AM

While my horse was gallantly gallivanting, Soon out of breath, he had been panting, And did die; Don't know why; Damp daisies on grave will be planting. Will have to figure out how to add pictures to my poems. Looks great

Jan Allison
Date: 5/11/2018 10:57:00 AM

Thanks James:-) hugs Jan xx

David Smith

Date: 5/11/2018 1:51:00 AM

If your poetry reflects your parenting skills the time of the return is only thing in dispute. Hope your health is stable at present. Best regards David in NZ

Jan Allison
Date: 5/11/2018 2:12:00 AM

Aww Thanks David:-) Apart from a broken finger I am doing fine, hope all is good with you too:-) hugs Jan xx

Bette Bavington

Date: 5/11/2018 1:42:00 AM

This is a very good poem. Empty nest I haven't got there yet. I had eleven children. My oldest is 42 and my youngest is 20. I can feel your love for your son in this poem. He knows you love him. He'll come home. Thanks for sharing.

Jan Allison
Date: 5/11/2018 2:12:00 AM

Eleven children! Oh Gosh Bette I only have the one child - i can imagine your nest really will feel so empty when they last one finally leaves home:-) hugs jan xx

Alexis Y.

Date: 5/10/2018 5:49:00 PM

Hi Jan, You have penned such moving dedication to your dear son. Although he has flown to different horizons he knows where his home is and will he return. I enjoyed the read:) Alexis

Jan Allison
Date: 5/10/2018 5:57:00 PM

Thanks Alexis:-) hugs jan xx

Line Gauthier

Date: 5/10/2018 4:54:00 PM

A heartfelt read. Beautiful, Jan.

Jan Allison
Date: 5/10/2018 4:57:00 PM

Thanks Line:-) I think many parents especially mother's will relate to this:-) hugs Jan xx

Harry Horsman

Date: 5/10/2018 4:38:00 PM

A poem for every mother, yet with your own unique style Jan..truly beautiful!

Jan Allison
Date: 5/10/2018 4:41:00 PM

Thanks Harry I wrote it last week but have only just got round to posting it:-) hugs jan xx

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 5/10/2018 12:25:00 PM

- I know what an empty nest means, Jan - Giving me a lump in my throat too - He will visit you soon :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Jan Allison
Date: 5/10/2018 4:17:00 PM

aww Anne Lise, thinking of you my friend. BIG HUGS Jan xx

Eve Roper

Date: 5/10/2018 12:23:00 PM

Awe, your son is thinking of you.... Happy Mother's Day Hugs dear friend

Jan Allison
Date: 5/10/2018 4:16:00 PM

Thanks Eve, we celebrated Mothering Sunday back in March - i still have the lovely card my son sent:-) hugs Jan xx

Lin Lane

Date: 5/10/2018 9:22:00 AM

With wings spread, they fly away and the ache in a mother's heart is one we all dread. But you've raised your son with love that is always returned. No matter the distance between, you know he loves you, too.

Jan Allison
Date: 5/10/2018 9:57:00 AM

Thanks Lin, he may be grown and has flown but he will always be 'my baby':-) hugs Jan xx

Daniel Turner

Date: 5/10/2018 9:07:00 AM

Jan, after my kids grew and left home, I downsized to a smaller nest. lol Now they live in my heart:) I feel your pain. Happy Mother's Day!

Jan Allison
Date: 5/10/2018 9:56:00 AM

Oh DT That is so lovely,and my son is always in my heart:-) hugs Jan xx

Maureen Mcgreavy

Date: 5/10/2018 8:42:00 AM

Lovely. I think my heart just grew an inch ;) xomo!

Jan Allison
Date: 5/10/2018 9:56:00 AM

aww thanks Mo, I think many parents can relate:-) hugs jan xx

Mike Gentile

Date: 5/10/2018 8:32:00 AM

I love the image of the fallen twigs from the nest, so very sweet. He will certainly be back . Lovely poem xxoo

Jan Allison
Date: 5/10/2018 9:55:00 AM

Thanks Mike I like that image too:-) hugs Jan xx

John Lawless

Date: 5/10/2018 8:12:00 AM

Like Tom, my kids have moved out but are still close...and the grandkids closer.hehehe Nice write Jan.

Jan Allison
Date: 5/10/2018 9:55:00 AM

That is wonderful for you John!:-) hugs jan xx

Heidi Sands

Date: 5/10/2018 6:20:00 AM

This is so special Jan! Very nice :)

Jan Allison
Date: 5/10/2018 9:54:00 AM

Thanks Heidi:-) hugs jan xx

Arturo Michael

Date: 5/10/2018 5:27:00 AM

I like this...A lovely reflection of how you feel... All the best Jan...they'll fly back

Jan Allison
Date: 5/10/2018 5:32:00 AM

I'm sure he'll fly over one day Arturo ... it's much easier than coming by boat lol:-) hugs jan xx

Tom Cunningham

Date: 5/10/2018 5:14:00 AM

My three daughters have all left home now but we see more of them now than we did when they were at home. Lovely dedication Jan. Tom

Jan Allison
Date: 5/10/2018 5:23:00 AM

Lol Tom that comment made me smile , you are lucky to see more of them now. I've not seen my son since the beginning of January but he is flying high in his life and I have spoken with him recently about visiting for a weekend:-) hugs jan xx