Ann Gilmour Poet Rhyme

Sweet Loving Memories

This perfect summer’s day
with the sky an azure blue
Sitting ‘neath an aged Oak
I hear the sweetest birdsong too
Vibrant leaves unblemished 
emerge from winters sleep
Fragrant petals fresh and new
they also take a peep
Whilst sat upon this garden seat
It feels so nice in paradise

For now I'm living way up high 
in my penthouse apartment 
almost touching the sky
Spectacular views in every direction
the sea and the hills  
How lucky am I

But sat now in this garden 
treasured memories come to me
When grandkids they were young 
I almost hear them laugh with glee 
I close my eyes ~ in my mind’s eye  
'tis them that I can see
On summer evenings you and I
with our favourite glass of wine 
To catch the last rays of the sun
alfresco you and I would dine

But now you're gone true love of mine
and I live all alone
Watching the sea and stars and moon
Each day like flowers 
they blossom and bloom

But on this sunny summers day 
as I begin to drift away
our garden back then ~ so special to me
surrounded by auras of fragrance and beauty
and sweet loving memories how life used to be…


Written 27th April 2021
after spending the afternoon sitting in a friend's beautiful garden…

Contest ALL YOURS (APR 28)
Sponsor Brian Strand
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Sara Kendrick May 10, 2021 at 2:11 PM I like the rhythm and flow of this winner. Way to go for the contest. Congrats. Sara Ann Gilmour May 11, 2021 at 5:42 AM Thank you dear Sara, I appreciate your lovely comments ~with kindest thoughts Ann xx

Sam Kauffman April 29, 2021 at 10:08 AM Such a peaceful place of beauty to relive your joy, Ann. The depth of your love, and the reality of your loss, is revealed so eloquently. Think of you often! Congratulations on your win! Blessings to you dear friend! Ann Gilmour May 1, 2021 at 3:28 AM dearest Sam thank you so much for your lovely comments, that are always such a joy to read. With kindest thoughts Ann xx

Shirley Hawkins April 28, 2021 at 8:38 PM What a beautiful picture you painted, Ann. It seemed to be the most perfect place to let your mind drift and bring back happy memories of earlier years... Take care... Shirley Ann Gilmour May 1, 2021 at 3:26 AM Wow, thank you so much Shirley for your lovely words of encouragement my friend. With kindest thoughhts Ann xx

Jan Allison April 28, 2021 at 3:25 PM such precious memories, this is a beauty fo a poem Ann:-) hugs jan xx Ann Gilmour May 1, 2021 at 3:25 AM Thanks dear Jan for your lovely words. I hope all is well on the island... with kindest thoughts Ann xx

Line Gauthier April 28, 2021 at 3:12 PM It's lovely to see your muse is back from vacation, Ann ~ beautiful poem Ann Gilmour May 1, 2021 at 3:24 AM Yes she took rather a long time, but we are slowly getting there, haha...With love and hugs Ann xx

Gordon Mcconnell April 28, 2021 at 1:24 PM Really nice piece Ann, nothing like a lovely summers day to sit in the garden. Hope all is well with you these days. Blessings, Gordon Ann Gilmour May 1, 2021 at 3:32 AM Bless you dear Gordon ~ gardens are looking so fresh and new at the moment ~ it is my favourite time of the year. Wishing you both a lovely weekend. With kindest thoughts Ann xx

Tom Cunningham April 28, 2021 at 11:13 AM Those beautiful memories are so precious Ann, I hope you are well. Tom Ann Gilmour May 1, 2021 at 3:21 AM Many thanks Tom, yes they are so precious and they will never die. Hope all is well with you and your family. With kindest thoughts Ann xx

Victor Buhagiar April 28, 2021 at 9:18 AM A lovely time surrounded by beauty. I read a few poems of yours. Thanks for your visit to my site. Ann Gilmour April 28, 2021 at 9:57 AM Thank you Victor it was exactly that. With kindest thoughts Ann xx