Sweeter Than All the Roses

 
           SweeterThan All the Roses




Wishing  that I could roll back the years, 
And stop my hot, burning tears!

Though no prayers, can turn back the clock,
As you slept in my arms, with only one sock.

No more seeing you in Wal-Mart, silly -dance!
Only in  cracked, memory’s mirror, I have a chance.

For you, belong to tomorrow ‘s rainbows and sunshine,.
Grandson, for you, in gratitude, I do in tears pine!
Those baby soft days, talcum- powdered, ever divine!


-8/16/2025-
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Hind Avatar
September 21, 2025 at 2:05 PM
So sweet, beautiful- I am sure he's in heaven, remembering you too
Read Avatar
August 29, 2025 at 5:51 AM
Those treasured memories are a precious gift dear Pangie, hope your keeping well sweetheart.
Romios Avatar
August 29, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Back! Yes, John, he is 19 today and in Universith in in the Soyern soates, California was omce genteel? Mist of itis no longer like that, he prefers the South. He will fly home at Christmas! That will be fun, he is growing a short beard. Stay well. Pangie xxx
Baker Avatar
August 26, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Sweet tribute poem to your grandson, Granny P. I hope he's still playing ball at college. I know he loves baseball. Good to see you here again. A poet friend from years past, Bill
Romios Avatar
August 27, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Bill. Eddie chose a difficult major. There was no time to be bothecholar and player. He wants to learn well, is is an excellent pkace. Stunning, tomorrow he will be 19. He is sure misseded here, a winner inmany championshps, and of my heart! Pangie xx
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August 21, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Such sweet memories dear Pangie. They keep our hearts warm. I know you are so proud of Eddie! :)
Romios Avatar
August 23, 2025 at 11:38 PM
Got my nutty letter from the other day. That was pretty been deemed campus on a FaceTime call oh no wonder he wanted to leave.. I think our referred with university as gorgeous “you. “ I’m gonna play the same game here. Everyone else plays I don’t read you unless you read me.. tee hee I am 87. Ido not h tphave te sane energy i once had, so am not avoiding people on purpose. I was never a good poet, anyway. Thanks read you tomorriw,,grannyP. }}}
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August 20, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Your "Sweeter Than All the Roses" is a lovely/wonderful write. I hope you gave a copy of this to your Grandson. Hope you are OK... Have a lovely/blessed day writing away...........
Romios Avatar
August 23, 2025 at 11:15 PM
You know me all too well))))))))) Was sent to his university, he voed it, we had a FaceTime session today that was fun. Oh God, it’s so beautiful in the south.. California is like a desert. 105.ouch.,He grew a an Oven got to hang out wiyh new frinds, BbQ food.Mmm, lovely campus! All is perfefct, my friemd, will read you tomorrow no problem. May ssed you. Pangie Facetime call was at noom. I lved that
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August 18, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Pangie: Eddie will treasure this sweet verse. Make sure he gets a copy of it - well done! Bob
Romios Avatar
August 18, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Hi Robert, yesterday was freshman orientation day at his new university.. unbelievable hours ! I don’t think you’re ready so sit down. 11 hours! I asked Maria why it was so long she said because they have 2000 students!I mean, I know that’s not gigantic, but it really is! One of his roommates and also a baseball fanatic.. I am so glad to hear that. I don’t know if I sent you any pictures yesterday. Let me know.? Not feeling well today. Icky! Yes sebt him the poem and an emai. Pangie and greetings to your cat,…..from Irene ^O^ (some cat artwork——))))
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August 18, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Hello Panagiota, A lovely tribute to your grandson. Hugs. /Darlene/xxx
De Beaulieu Avatar
August 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM
hello Panagiota, yes i did see it. It is only begging to grow. Thank you for sending it to me. Hugs. /Darlene/ xxx
Romios Avatar
August 18, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Yes we try to remember everything,i sent you a picture of His beard,)) PR
De Beaulieu Avatar
August 18, 2025 at 12:20 PM
hello Panagiota, yes grandma's remember babies days. Hugs. /Darlene/Hugs. xxx
Romios Avatar
August 18, 2025 at 11:49 AM
Yes, those of us who are Moms and Grandmoms. Hugs.Most of us remember baby days, thanks, Darlene. Pangie
Wolf Avatar
August 17, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Ha, ha, ha. 'Talcum-powdered.' Love it!! Keep smiling, Pangie. ~ Gershon
Romios Avatar
August 18, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Ha, ha Ha! You are a dude!! Chicks love talcum piwder and snuggling babies, though, some moms into health , think talcum powder is poison to the environment may..(joking …Greta Thornberg) And I thought Jane Fonda was evil? LOLThank you. P~
Eagle Avatar
August 16, 2025 at 5:01 PM
A sweet poem about your Grandson. Memories are bittersweet for sure. This is a piece of creativity and love.
Romios Avatar
August 23, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Hi mm)) yourboy is a dish plod. I shall call him … Facetime Flavor of the Monthuyou know what a joful heart he has! My cat misses him, too.mewo! LoveMomxxxxx
Romios Avatar
August 16, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Thank you so much! Pangie
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