Moonlit Sky

As I sat under moonlit sky, 
playing GUITAR Grandpa gave me
taught me to play, I was knee-high
I feel him close strumming these strings.

Remembering his voice clearly
as I sat under moonlight sky.
His love filled me, I sang with glee,
he adored LILACS and peach pie.

ETCHING 'song' to my heart, I SIGH,
tears flow as I think of that time.
As I sat under moonlight sky,
CAJOLE memories in my prime.

I get MISTY-eyed about him,
He was WEARY, the end was nigh.
SLUMBER came quickly to rare gem,
as I sat under moonlit sky.

08/15/2024
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Godwin Avatar
March 15, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Oh, my gosh, have you left Soup? Where are you? How are you? Internet relationships are so difficult. I am left with no knowledge of you and no clue how to obtain such.
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March 15, 2025 at 3:28 PM
I have MISSED you so much and have tried since mid-January to come to you. I never end up doing what I sought out to do on Soup - not once. Sweetie, reading this I see your talent has blossomed since I left in 2022. It is truly noticeable. Sorry I wasn't around to witness the day you crossed a new talent threshold. Love you, not sure why you pull my heartstrings, but know you do. Did you miss my face? (Kidding) Poetry Hugs ... CayCay please read 'I love small boxed faces' on my 1st page.
Kendrick Avatar
September 2, 2024 at 3:37 AM
Congratulations on your winning work in Joseph's contest. Way to go. Thanks for sharing your creative talent with us. Sara K
Allison Avatar
August 28, 2024 at 6:09 AM
Such a touching poem Alexis, sorry i missed commenting on this before and many congrats:-) hugs Jan xx
mysore Avatar
August 28, 2024 at 5:03 AM
congratulations dear poet. cheers.
Agustin Avatar
August 28, 2024 at 1:48 AM
Wow! Congrats... Thanks for sharing this... delightful and delighting from the start 'til the end... God bless you.
May Avatar
August 27, 2024 at 8:07 AM
A wonderful and melancholy memory of your Grandfather, Very nicely penned Alexis, Congrats on your win
Y. Avatar
August 28, 2024 at 1:16 AM
Hi Joseph, You held a good contest. I appreciate my placement in your contest. Have a great day-Alexis
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August 16, 2024 at 5:48 PM
That’s so lovely Alexis, a touching tribute to your grandad… Beryl
Evans Avatar
August 16, 2024 at 8:59 AM
Hello, Alexis! I hope you are doing well. Such a lovely memory of your grandpa in your beautifully penned poem. Hugs, Marilene.
Cunningham Avatar
August 16, 2024 at 12:45 AM
Happy memories Alexis, I hope that you are keeping well. Have a lovely weekend. Tom
Mcintosh Avatar
August 15, 2024 at 9:37 PM
Lovely writing... A gem for sure. God bless you always. love, Gina
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