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Memory's Gaze

On Valentine’s Day Back when I was a kid, This, I recall, is What my father did. He brought me a heart Filled with chocolates inside And chocolate cigars He’d my brothers provide. I guess for my mom There was candy as well, But that wasn’t something On which I would dwell. A gift from my dad Was a rare kind of treat Which, to memory’s gaze, Still remains very sweet.

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Date: 2/17/2025 4:54:00 AM
A silly holiday in my book, Ilene. Some years ago I did some research on "Saint Valentine." As I learned the "saint" has never been officially identified! / Maurice
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Date: 2/15/2025 2:10:00 AM
Beautiful and beautiful memories.
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Date: 2/14/2025 4:31:00 PM
what lovely memories Ilene, my parents never celebrated and neither do we! hugs Jan xx
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Date: 2/14/2025 3:05:00 PM
A nice recount of a fond memory, Ilene. Enjoyed your reverie in rhyme - perfect as always.
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Date: 2/14/2025 2:37:00 PM
Very nice memory of your father on a special day. Well written
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