Ruby

When I was young, my class was filled
With Lindas, Donnas, Sues.
Our parents mostly stuck to names
Quite common when they’d choose.

But each few years the choices change
And certain names just stick,
Becoming those that moms and dads
Will very likely pick.

The latest female moniker
I’ve heard, to my surprise,
Is Ruby and I’ve heard it thrice
And so I theorize…

That other gems might make the scene
Like Topaz, Jade or Pearl,
A glittering selection for
A brand-new baby girl.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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June 2, 2017 at 2:40 PM
This is a gem of a poem ilene. I love the transitional rhyme in the third stanza.
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May 31, 2017 at 6:53 PM
I loved this Ilene, I am smiling so big right now after reading. This is so creative and so well written. You are so talented my friend.
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