Heather Ober Poet Free verse

Or So I'Ve Been Told

You're a mystery to me, a modicum of memory.
I have your straight nose; your big, clumsy feet;
Your dry sense of humour and stubborn streak -  
Or so I've been told.
I know you loved history - dusty books left behind.
I've heard stories about you, but they can't define
Who you really were. 
I remember snippets of your eulogy, given by my dad, 
The son-in-law you didn't like but grew to love.
I wish you'd known me long enough
To love me too.
But maybe it's better this way, trying to figure you out
Like a game of Clue, which I've been told 
I once played with you.
So I'll keep piecing you together 
Like the puzzles you loved,   
Because you truly are the most fascinating person
I've never known.

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Andrea Dietrich March 7, 2013 at 2:46 PM Heather, I am finally seeing this winners list. There were a LOT of amazing winners in this one. Congrats to you. You deserved it.

Jack Jordan March 4, 2013 at 9:15 PM My, but you are a fine writer. J

Poet Destroyer A March 1, 2013 at 9:35 PM Heather, a wonderful winning poem. Congratulations in Craig's lovely and fascinating contest. A good subject on "The Most Fascinating Person I Never Knew." goodnight* LINDA

Seren Roberts March 1, 2013 at 7:01 PM Congrats Heather ...Seren

Painted Hunter March 1, 2013 at 5:12 PM Your writing hits me every time...you are soooooo good. Seriously...freakin' good!

Nate Spears March 1, 2013 at 1:49 PM There's always something inside of us we want to say to someone we never really had the chance to say it too!!! This was it, it's paints the perfect picture of it's intent, a lovely and passionate poem. Congrats on your win!!! -Nate

Carrie Richards March 1, 2013 at 1:34 PM It seems we both wrote of grandfathers that we didn't have the opportunity to know, ......I loved your poem! So nice to read and watch you put to puzzle pieces together.

Connie Gildersleeve March 1, 2013 at 1:12 PM Heather congrats on your wonderful win. Well deserved. Warm Smiles, Connie

Debbie Duncan February 26, 2013 at 4:20 PM Love it,, I should write more like this. Thanks for reading my Wasn't ME. Was watching a show about how rich couples and others hide money, then go on like they'r up right citizens ;}

Andrea Dietrich February 22, 2013 at 12:25 AM thanks for letting me know, sweetie.

Kanour Med February 20, 2013 at 4:32 AM Hooking title and charming lines... Good work keep it on Regards

Richard Lamoureux February 17, 2013 at 5:24 PM A winner for sure, loved it. I didn't know you are a fellow Canadian. It's nice to see we are represented by such a talented your writer.

Harry Horsman February 17, 2013 at 4:31 PM what an amazing poem, Heather, a dedication, like i never read before,, wonderful poetry,,,

Eileen Manassian February 17, 2013 at 1:10 PM Simply superb! Wow! I was carried along to the very last line and left with awe!

Andrea Dietrich February 15, 2013 at 11:14 PM oh my gosh, this is just amazing!!! Who in your family is it? I was thinking your mom but am not positive. That is so sad you never knew this person. But how you tell the story of your trying to figure them out is just so precious. Luv, Andrea. (wish there were more new ones of yours to see and glad you liked my newest posts)

David Williams February 15, 2013 at 12:08 PM Heather one of the best I have read for the contest, good luck...David

Isaiah Zerbst February 14, 2013 at 11:52 AM Chasing for clues is usually exciting, unless trying to find a misplaced thing that is necessary to have before moving on. I think you have the perfect entry for the contest.

Jack Horne February 13, 2013 at 7:39 AM lovely write, Heather. Thanks - enjoyed the art contest : )

Debbie Guzzi February 12, 2013 at 7:07 PM Thanks for reading my writes, I have enjoyed yours this evening. Light & love