Grandma's Arms

I remember long ago when I was just a child
Climbing into Grandma’s arms and the way she smiled
She’d hold me close and rock me, kiss me on my head
When I’d fall asleep she’d gently put me in my bed

There was a coal stove in the kitchen used for cooking and for heat
When Grandpa picked blueberries, she’d bake us a special treat
For the little things in life, we would thank the Lord above
We had more than what we needed, we were enriched by love

While Grandma was doing wash, I would be playing on the floor
Sometimes we’d take a walk down to the grocery store
After supper she’d be tired and sit down in the rocking chair
I’d climb into Grandma’s arms. I was always happy there.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Bickerstaffe Avatar
July 2, 2012 at 12:13 AM
I love your longer lines... more room for good phrasing and flow! A very special piece.
Onclaud Avatar
August 2, 2011 at 1:24 AM
vince, heaps of congrats on your amazing award!! :) huggs!
Mehta Avatar
August 1, 2011 at 9:04 PM
My congratulations on the second place win in the contest of carol, Vince
Ramsdale Avatar
August 1, 2011 at 6:31 PM
A winning congratulations! Caryl
Villanueva Avatar
August 1, 2011 at 5:07 PM
proud to share the placement with you~~~~CONGRATULATIONS~~~~smile for the great win~~~*-*junjun
Sweetheart Avatar
August 1, 2011 at 3:07 PM
Congrats Vince on a great second place win with this brilliant beauty poetry .. recalling memories ..is a true treasure luv..
Brown Avatar
August 1, 2011 at 3:07 PM
Congratulations on your placement in my latest contest Vince. It was very hard choosing the placements as I loved them all. Have a wonderful week. Love, Carol
Munyoki Avatar
July 8, 2011 at 6:17 AM
A finest piece to celebrate your grandma, and her arms.
Winter Avatar
October 4, 2009 at 4:53 PM
Wow. Such a beautiful poem. Those childhood memories become more precious as every day goes by. It sure is the little things that are so, so big when we are children. The mind of a child is a beautiful place to be when we are loved. Thanks for your lovely comment on my poem. So sincerely appreciated. love, shar xoxoxo
Richards Avatar
August 20, 2009 at 8:30 AM
Your Grandma and mine would have been great friends! This made me smile with memory! ~
Beaudre Avatar
August 18, 2009 at 8:43 AM
I love this poem, especially because I was raised by my grandparents!
Amato Avatar
August 17, 2009 at 6:38 PM
This poem is precious and such a good write. Thank you for sharing it. I've read it over a dozen times because it makes me remember my grandmother and loved and safe I felt with her. Thanks for the congratulations.
King Avatar
August 12, 2009 at 3:10 PM
My only memory of my Grandma is of climbing into her lap as she sat in her rocking chair. Thank you for reminding me with this beautiful poem, Vince.
Devonshire Avatar
August 11, 2009 at 4:50 AM
Such lovely memories of your Grandma, Vince! She sounds like a special lady who has made a lasting imprint on your heart. Beautifuly write -- delightful read! Love, Carolyn
Strand Avatar
August 11, 2009 at 4:00 AM
Thanks for your welcome blog comments today Vince.Rgds Brian
Chircop Avatar
August 10, 2009 at 2:19 PM
outstanding write--charma
Kendrick Avatar
August 10, 2009 at 9:24 AM
I truly enjoyed this piece. I hope that my grandchilren will say the same about me. Keep writing. Sara:)
Jordan Avatar
August 8, 2009 at 4:32 AM
Vince you have really touched my heart with this poem - My Grandmother raised me and you know she was always the one person who forever saw the good in me - well her and my wife - It certainly is my pleasure to be reading your poetry this morning - A favorite poem this one shall be - God Bless you Vince, MJ
Brown Avatar
August 7, 2009 at 2:49 PM
Another day we are blessed to be here reading and writing poetry. Thank you for sharing your wonderful poetry today Vince. Love, Carol
Sheart Avatar
August 7, 2009 at 1:03 PM
Hi Vince Ah, what a very special tribute to your grandma. Such loving memories. I was captivated line for line! A beautiful written piece of poetry. Take care Love Light Truth Patricia
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