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Writing Challenge "K" Words ~ Sponsor: Constance La France

July 13, 2023

The heart, like the mind, has a memory, and in it are kept the most precious keepsakes. ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Today, I opened my memory box and looked inside The last time I did this was the day a loved one died But now I have a new keepsake to add to my collection a photo of newborn Grace, grandchild of my affection Most of them are gentle reminders, pleasures to hold when I'm feeling emotional and in need to be consoled An opal pendant, a lovely gift given on our wedding day I could never part with it, nor could I ever throw it away I have love letters and poems from family and friends It's comforting to read them... hopefully it never ends There are words of endearments I'd not want to forget Reminders of happy times, those lived without regret Each of my keepsakes touches a place inside of me It's a safe haven within my heart that no eyes can see. Some are tinged with sorrow, filling my eyes with tears remembering the dark days that fueled my worst fears These sentimental items are my links to days long past Mementoes that I hold dear, memories I desire to last The most fragile keepsakes are stored within my heart where nothing is able to taint them or tear them apart

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Paula Goldsmith

Date: 7/16/2023 11:28:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. A lovely write/picture. An extra congratulation if Grace/grandchild is real and not a write. Have a good day writing away..........................

Constance La France

Date: 7/16/2023 3:46:00 AM

Lin, congratulations on your win in my Writing Challenge- K Word with this beautifully penned poem, excellent and I love the image and the quote also !

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 7/15/2023 3:27:00 PM

Hello Lin, the things I have in my memory box, i look at often. They bring me good memories. Hugs. /Darlene\

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 7/15/2023 3:54:00 PM

Hello Lin Lane, I do agree. I wear my mother's ring. it is a good memory for me. Hugs. /Darlene\

Lin Lane
Date: 7/15/2023 3:32:00 PM

Our good memories should be appreciated often, Darlene. They make us smile, and that's always a good thing. Thanks!

Bill Baker

Date: 7/14/2023 10:15:00 AM

Very touching poetry, Lin. Is nice to have objects as reminders of memories and experiences of the past and present. Excellent rhyming and a sense of deep value to your heart. I enjoy reading your poetry, my friend. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Lin Lane
Date: 7/14/2023 10:19:00 AM

Hi Bill, kind poet friend to my West. Your comments are always so heartfelt. I appreciate your insight into my writing. Thank you!

Tania Kitchin

Date: 7/13/2023 11:09:00 AM

Lin, a beautiful poem, keepsakes are treasures of the heart, Hugs.

Lin Lane
Date: 7/14/2023 10:18:00 AM

Thanks so much, Tania. There are some I should part with, but cannot bear to do it.

Jay Narain

Date: 7/13/2023 10:19:00 AM

Gee, a real nice sentimental poem.

Lin Lane
Date: 7/13/2023 10:28:00 AM

Thank you very much for the thoughtful comment, Jay.