Memories of Life

It doesn’t take much to make me smile,
Little things to me have never quite gone out of style.
Simple things, like a child at play,
Are one of many, many things that can brighten my day.

Watching a dad teach his child to ride a bike,
Are indelible moments that I cherish and like,
What about a dog in a game of fetch?
Such delightful scenes as the puppy is anxious in this game of catch.

Seeing two young boys who have realized they have become the best of friends.
Brings back golden memories to a time I wish would never end.
Memories of life are like candles we relight every now and then,
They can brighten up our days and take us back to better times and places we’ve already 
been.

When I feel low I just close my eyes and let God choose the page,
And start traveling back to happier times as the world becomes my stage.
Then I can face the world with renewed strength and added peace,
As each new day I try to add more memories so my happiness will never cease.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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October 23, 2009 at 11:51 AM
You've got me smiling with the first stanza! Wonderful message in the last line. Keep the positive attitude. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us and for your kind words on my poem. Have a wonderful weekend! Karen
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October 18, 2009 at 9:41 PM
Im like you Ron I smile most of the time. God is good
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October 17, 2009 at 12:38 PM
Excellent write Ron..I love those precious memories. Great write as always
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October 9, 2009 at 5:38 PM
Hey Ron, This is one of my favorite poems! I just returned to PS and I have no regrets! Good rhyme, great imagery. These days I make those frequent trips myself and they are so precious!! Have a great weekend! Peace, Audrey (Ladybug12)
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October 6, 2009 at 3:35 AM
Our memories can be so very beautiful and make us smile and sometimes even laugh. I enjoyed reading you poem this morning Ron. Thank you. Love, Carol
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