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My Lasting Memory of You

Humble this moment under skies of grey Reading poems of furtive words wrote with you, Contemplating where you are now this day With an ascetic mind of times we knew. The love we shared on a day once like this A time so long ago the spring of youth, My heart heaved in heavenly days of bliss Speaking words of unmitigated truth. Yet you went away far over the sea With nonchalant parents on life’s voyage, Waving with a kiss as you left the quay Shallow sunset that swallowed the cordage. I was only eight and you barely nine Wondering if ever your thoughts as mine. © Harry J Horsman 2018

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Robert Lindley

Date: 7/13/2018 5:52:00 AM

MY GOOD FRIEND, TIS A FINE GIFT FOR ME TO FIND AND READ THIS WONDROUS SONNET THE MORN! This is pure poetry, on an amazing level of depth, heart, romance and nostalgia. With the utmost pleasure I read this gem and now add this beauty to my fav list! A true jewel this is..

Susan Gentry

Date: 3/13/2018 1:58:00 AM

Your poem touched my heart. Great imagery and feeling. I enjoyed.

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 3/1/2018 6:10:00 PM

Hello Harry, those are nice memories you have of her. Have a nice evening my friend.

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 2/28/2018 1:23:00 PM

What a spectacular poem you have here dear Harry. It has been so long and you still leave me almost speechless with your writing.Carry on my friend...

Barbara Barry-Nishanian

Date: 2/18/2018 6:05:00 PM

Last line must connect with so many, who hasn't wondered? Great connection.Congrats. bbn

Susan Ashley

Date: 2/12/2018 4:16:00 PM

Oh such a poignant sonnet Harry. I truly enjoyed the emotions expressed. A lovely write with the required words that melted effortlessly into the beauty and message of your poem. Congratulations on your wonderful placement in the contest. Warmest wishes. ~Susan

Eve Roper

Date: 2/12/2018 3:04:00 PM

Congratulations on your win, Harry, great write. Hugs Eve ~`*

Line Gauthier

Date: 2/12/2018 2:37:00 PM

What an adorable spin at the end. Congrats on your win, Harry.

John Hamilton

Date: 2/12/2018 8:31:00 AM

Thanks Harry for a nice entry, congrats on a fine placement!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 2/8/2018 3:18:00 PM

I can't wait for this contest to be judged and hopefully see this one on the winners' list!!

Chris Hagy

Date: 2/8/2018 2:13:00 PM

Such a sweet sonnet Harry :) and might I add...awe...last two lines! Have great day :)

Maria Williams

Date: 2/8/2018 1:34:00 AM

When I read this sweet poem of yours Harry, I also harked back to a lot of friends that I said goodbye to. Do they pick up the signal ? A wonderful poem that should do very well in the contest, however good luck....Maria

Robert Johnson

Date: 2/6/2018 9:21:00 PM

Boy the hearts got quite a memory, huh Harry? :/ :) Lovely poem.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 2/6/2018 1:57:00 PM

- I love how your thoughts flying ... back to a carefree time, Harry - Beautiful written, luck in the contest :) - I hope you had a nice birthday :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 2/5/2018 11:59:00 AM

I can feel the longing in this piece. Good luck in the contest Harry. I also want to wish you a Happy Birthday.;0)

Becca Teagan

Date: 2/4/2018 11:39:00 PM

When we were young, we had no control over where life took us. So many friends have been left behind. "Wondering if ever your thoughts as mine" that is such a sweet line.

Jack Horne

Date: 2/4/2018 11:58:00 AM

this is really beautiful, Harry

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 1/31/2018 3:28:00 PM

Oh Harry, I absolutely love this romantic nostalgic poem! You have managed to stir my emotions deeply. This beauty is going into my Faves! : )

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/31/2018 1:08:00 AM

oh my, this is so poignant, Harry. One of your best I've seen recently. I think you used the words better than most of us who wrote for this contest. REally love this one.