From the Past

Disuniting each golden silken strand
from an antique tapestry,
then gently setting them aside
An ole' brush is lifted from a bureau,
consumed by silver strands of pilus.

Thread & hair 
intricately 
interwoven into a 
magnificent object-d-art,
now adorns a chair of 
satin splendor,
like a laciniate leaf from
slivers of antiquities.

Priceless treasures
brought to light as tender
tiny stitches 
collectively fashion
gold and silver of
foregone times.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Brown Avatar
December 23, 2009 at 3:25 AM
Congratulations on being a first round survivor Virginia and the best to you in the finals. I wish you the best in your writing endeavors in 2010 whatever they may be. Love, Carol
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December 20, 2009 at 1:52 PM
Congratulations on moving to the next round with this great poem, Virginia! Wishing you joy and happiness in the New Year, love, Carolyn
Fraser Avatar
December 20, 2009 at 11:44 AM
Many congratulations on reaching the second round with your fine poem >> James
Winter Avatar
May 24, 2009 at 12:37 PM
Gentle beauty, intricate, lovely to read. Somewhat haunting imagery. Nice work. Love, Shar
Moreno Avatar
May 24, 2009 at 8:00 AM
Beautiful work, the last stanza spoke to me...Raul
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May 24, 2009 at 12:53 AM
A work of art Ginny..Rgds Brian & thanks for your very welcome comments.
Megens Avatar
May 23, 2009 at 11:17 AM
yes but some things are forever not forgotten like thos beautiful poem
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