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Grandma Wiped Away My Tears

"I carry your heart with me (I carry it in my heart). 
I am never without it."
                                                 E. E. Cummings


Grandma was my hero in childhood days
comforting me with hugs, kisses and praise
I loved her house because it was so old
Sweet peas in her garden, purple and gold

She'd brush my hair when it was in tangles
let me wear her gems, earrings and bangles
And then I mothered her as time unfurled
Brushing her long white hair in waves that curled

Her tender smile soothed my heartaches and tears
Held me in loving arms to stop my fears
I will never forget her gentle touch
Dear Grandma, I miss you so very much

I wept like a child on interment day
Wished she was there to wipe my tears away



September 16, 2022
Writing Challenge-In My Heart S Forms Contest
Sponsored by Constance La France
Lost to Heaven - Grandmother Marceline
checked with howmanysyllables

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Sara Kendrick

Date: 10/7/2022 12:58:00 PM

Ahh!! Sad. I can feel the emotion of loss but also of a great relationship. Congratulations on this winner. Way to go. Sara

Constance La France

Date: 10/7/2022 5:53:00 AM

Jenna, a beautiful Sonnet and congratulations on your win in my Writing Challenge - In My Heart - "S" Forms, I was very close to my grandma too, Constance

Suzette Richards

Date: 10/5/2022 10:03:00 PM

Congratulations, Jenna. Even at my age, I can still recall my Grandmother's warm embrace: a true sanctuary. :)) Suzette

Jenna Logan
Date: 10/6/2022 6:05:00 AM

Thank you very much, Suz.

Valsa George

Date: 10/2/2022 3:18:00 AM

"Wished she was there to wipe away my tears"...... When a loved one who stood as a source of comfort is gone, it is natural to feel crest fallen. A lovely tribute to your grandmother, Jenna. Congratulations on your top win.

Jenna Logan
Date: 10/2/2022 5:38:00 AM

Thank you very much, Valsa.

L Milton Hankins

Date: 10/1/2022 8:43:00 AM

Back to say how delighted I am that this fine poem placed high in Constance's contest. Congratulations, Jenna.

Jenna Logan
Date: 10/2/2022 5:37:00 AM

Thanks, Milt. I'm honored by your comments.

Michael Tor

Date: 9/18/2022 6:16:00 AM

Touching and loving words to show how much your Grandma was loved by you. She sounds like such a Dear and loving person. You were fortunate to have her in your life Jenna, so glad you did and shared a little remembrance of her. Glad to have known her in your precious words. God bless you... and thanks for posting Dear friend...

Jenna Logan
Date: 9/18/2022 10:46:00 PM

She was a wonderfully warm and loving lady. Thanks so much for your sentiments, Michael.

L Milton Hankins

Date: 9/16/2022 9:27:00 PM

A beautiful, loving tribute to your grandmother, Jenna. On my cellphone in Mississippi. So hard to navigate on here, but wanted you to know I read your warm poem.

Jenna Logan
Date: 9/17/2022 4:51:00 AM

Thanks a lot, Milt. I hope you're enjoying your visit.