Ann Peck Poet Rhyme

I Want Those Days

This day would come,
of course, I knew
that seasons passed,
not how they flew.

My sons grew tall
how can that be!
I want them back
upon my knee!

I want to hold them
once again,
and sing them love songs
without end.

I want their whispers
in my ear
of magic words
that children hear.

I want to catch them
before they fall. 
I want them back again,
but small.

I want to read them
Story Time.
I want their small hands
holding mine.

The years flew by
then gone too fast.
I want their childhood
now, not past.

I didn't think that time
would leap.
I want those days
I couldn't keep.

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Harry Horsman April 23, 2021 at 11:02 PM So much love, Ann, in these wonderful words of joy. As for past, yes i too long for those days, so glad i have many memories, and beautiful poetry like this to linger on. Ann Peck April 30, 2021 at 5:25 PM Harry, you are so kind and thoughtful. Thank you so much for your comments!

Anne E Sangster - K April 6, 2021 at 7:42 PM Another beautiful poem. Yes they grow up so fast. We can't turn back the clock but we have those memories to treasure. :-) Ann Peck April 30, 2021 at 5:21 PM Thanks, Anne. Yes, we have memories, but I'm selfish: I want to relive them, this time not working but staying home and watching them grow. It just went too fast :(

J. Summers March 20, 2021 at 9:32 PM What a wonderful sentiment. Enjoyed this poem very much. John Ann Peck March 22, 2021 at 3:58 PM Thank you for your comments, John. I do wish I had those days back; life goes too fast.

Howard Kerr March 10, 2021 at 2:40 PM Ann, This poem oozes genuine sentiment. The emotion captured is second to none. Thanks for your kind review of “Mother Earth.” Howard Ann Peck March 11, 2021 at 7:48 AM Thank you, Howard. I appreciate your review. Yes, I wish, I wish...

Beryl Edmonds March 10, 2021 at 1:08 PM That’s beautiful Ann, maybe your sons no longer sit on your knee, but the bond you share will never flee, that’s there for all to see. Belle Ann Peck March 20, 2021 at 1:11 PM Belle, thank you so much for your comments on I Want Those Days. I wrote the poem for my sons.

Kim Rodrigues March 10, 2021 at 8:18 AM I think I enjoyed each moment so much that I let go and enjoy their adult selves. But many will agree with you. Ann Peck March 11, 2021 at 7:53 AM Oh, Kim - You're lucky to have enjoyed those moments. It seems all I did was rush. I want those moments back to take out and look at more closely. But, alas...

Ken Rone March 10, 2021 at 8:16 AM Is a lump in my throat normal as I read this? I will visit my grand daughter Saturday, her second birthday. Her first birthday celebration was cancelled. Ann Peck March 20, 2021 at 9:17 AM Ken, thanks for your comments. Yes, a lump in the throat is welcomed. I had one as I wrote it. I hope you enjoyed your granddaughter's birthday, as time goes on...

John Gondolf March 9, 2021 at 12:44 PM I remember those days from long ago. For me those times were tough because I was a single parent at the time, I'm not sure I would want to relive them. But we all survived each other and are better people for it. Hugs, John Ann Peck March 9, 2021 at 2:40 PM Anyhow, thanks, John. I would like to relive those times. I actually long for those simple times before we all went crazy. You had it hard, John, being a single father. I bet you were a great dad, tho. Hugs, Ann

Gordon Mcconnell March 9, 2021 at 12:25 PM Lovely piece penned so well Ann , such nice rhyme and flow with insightful thoughts too. Liked your bringing back your happy memories. Take care, Gordon Ann Peck March 9, 2021 at 2:28 PM Thank you, Gordon. That was my husband's name. I really appreciate your comments. Yes, if we could only go back...Stay safe! Ann