Andrea, I was listening to a piece on NPR about air conditioning. We (collectively) used to sit on porches waiting for our homes to cool in the evening. After air conditioning became ubiquitous, people retreated inside and didn't talk to each other or interact as much. Kinda sad really. Now we have internet and phone friends and our neighbors seem more unknown to us. I spend more time outside than most. Those of us who do understand and see what has happened.

I love this. We'll deserved win! Xo

what an excellent interpretation of the picture Andrea, many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx

Back with congratulations on your wonderful win Dear Andrea. Cheers.

Beautiful. Congratulations on your win!

Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading "On Grandpa’s Porch." Have a great day writing away..................

A cherished memory, Congrats on your win Andrea

Heartwarming! Still in use, still in view though unoccupied, still twilight fills the rocker. Love it, Andrea!

Reads like a good contender to me for the contest. Way to go. It is amazing how many different ideas can come from one picture. Thanks for sharing and dropping by my page. Sara

I thought the same thing about that chair. How it reeks of good memories and wishes now sitting empty. I love the imagery. Best wishes for the contest. Cheers, dear Andrea.

"Grandpa’s time is already done":) -- Good luck in contest. Love it.

The tone of memory- loved it

A nostalgic poem with vivid imagery. I will love to sit on this chair anytime.

Your beautiful poem evokes vivid images, laced with nostalgia, Andrea. Well composed. Good luck in the contest. :)

soulful write which i can relate to, andie... i did one similar to this! we are on the same league!

OMG... I wrote about my nanna and used the same image... great minds think alike.. Best of luck in the contest..

Oh wow sweet andrea when i saw this picture that’s exactly what i first thought of my grandpas chair, and how it still sits there, so many memories, where my grandma lives alone now.. this is a fave for me! I just love the fact that it resonates with me. Best wishes