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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 FIRST PLACE

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Date: 5/10/2021 2:11:00 PM
I like the rhythm and flow of this winner. Way to go for the contest. Congrats. Sara
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Ann Gilmour
Date: 5/11/2021 5:42:00 AM
Thank you dear Sara, I appreciate your lovely comments ~with kindest thoughts Ann xx
Date: 4/29/2021 10:08:00 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!
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Ann Gilmour
Date: 5/1/2021 3:28:00 AM
dearest Sam thank you so much for your lovely comments, that are always such a joy to read. With kindest thoughts Ann xx
Date: 4/29/2021 9:50:00 AM
This is a gorgeous poem, Ann. Congratulations.
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Ann Gilmour
Date: 5/1/2021 3:27:00 AM
So pleased you enjoyed my poem Carol and I thank you for your congratulations. With kindest thoughts Ann xx
Date: 4/28/2021 8:38:00 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
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Ann Gilmour
Date: 5/1/2021 3:26:00 AM
Wow, thank you so much Shirley for your lovely words of encouragement my friend. With kindest thoughhts Ann xx
Date: 4/28/2021 3:25:00 PM
such precious memories, this is a beauty fo a poem Ann:-) hugs jan xx
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Ann Gilmour
Date: 5/1/2021 3:25:00 AM
Thanks dear Jan for your lovely words. I hope all is well on the island... with kindest thoughts Ann xx
Date: 4/28/2021 3:12:00 PM
It's lovely to see your muse is back from vacation, Ann ~ beautiful poem
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Ann Gilmour
Date: 5/1/2021 3:24:00 AM
Yes she took rather a long time, but we are slowly getting there, haha...With love and hugs Ann xx
Date: 4/28/2021 1:24:00 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
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Ann Gilmour
Date: 5/1/2021 3:32:00 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
Date: 4/28/2021 11:13:00 AM
Those beautiful memories are so precious Ann, I hope you are well. Tom
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Ann Gilmour
Date: 5/1/2021 3:21:00 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
Date: 4/28/2021 9:18:00 AM
A lovely time surrounded by beauty. I read a few poems of yours. Thanks for your visit to my site.
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Ann Gilmour
Date: 4/28/2021 9:57:00 AM
Thank you Victor it was exactly that. With kindest thoughts Ann xx

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