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The Antique Mirror

-The old antique mirror
 Hung upon the bedroom wall
 It belong to my Grandma
 A wedding present from an in-law

 A well-loved and treasured gift
 once was shiny and brand new
 Now a reflection of the time past
 A cherished memory of Grandma that I knew

 The first memory of that old mirror
 was at a tender age of two
 with shiny eyes, I kissed the glass
 sweet, innocent pure and true

 Years went by, my Grandma aged
 I had a family of my own
 We stopped by to see her. The story she would tell.
 How Grandpa hung that mirror in the bedroom of this home

 We loved that old mirror. It belong to his grandma
 A wedding gift of priceless love meant more to us than gold.
 A hand me down, a family heir-loom, sweet memories untold
 as she beams with pride as her story would unfold

 The last time I saw that old mirror
 It was the day my Grandma died
 Sweet memories come rushing back, as tears filled my eyes.
 I love you grandma I said my last good-bye

 The old Antique mirror
 hung upon the bedroom wall
 It belong to my grandma
 A wedding present from an in-law

 A well- loved and treasured gift
 Once, it was shiny and brand new
 Now a reflection of the time past
 A cherishing memory of Grandma that I loved and knew

                   3-11-2021

Copyright © Debra L Brown | Year Posted 2021

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Kim Rodrigues Date: 1/12/2022 2:04:00 PM Very enjoyable! Oh how we love our grandmas. One of mine, only once I was able to see her long gray hair that she kept rolled up. She had a cute little laugh. Login to Reply Debra L Brown Date: 1/12/2022 2:48:00 PM Hello! Kim, It's wonderful to see you smile. Our grandmothers are adored by us. That is why we treasure the belongings and memories that belonged to them. My grandmothers both wore their hair up. It had to be the fashion at the time. Thank you, Kim... Blessings ~ Debra

Valsa George Date: 12/18/2021 5:44:00 PM Oh Debra... an old mirror and the sweet memories it emanates. Such heirlooms got from the old generation are priceless treasures for the sentimental value they carry ! I can so well relate to your feelings. Beautifully written! Login to Reply Debra L Brown Date: 12/19/2021 1:42:00 PM Valsa, you are so right, these memories will be passed down for generations to come. Thank you for your comment. Blessings ~ Debra

Jan Allison Date: 11/17/2021 1:54:00 PM what precious memories, thanks for sharing Debra, love the impact of the repeated verses:-) hugs jan xx Login to Reply Debra L Brown Date: 11/17/2021 3:46:00 PM Thank You, Jan for taking the time to comment and your nice words Blessings ~ Debra

Jennifer Proxenos Date: 11/14/2021 5:57:00 AM Hi Debra, I have a vase from my great grandmother and on occasions when we have guests, I bring it out and fill it with colorful flowers so I can understand how you feel about your mirror being a family heirloom and how precious it is to you. superb poetry my friend, Hugs and blessings, Jennifer. Login to Reply Debra L Brown Date: 11/14/2021 9:24:00 PM Hi Jennifer, Thank you sharing the memory of your Grandmother vase, I'm sure your family love seeing that vase. Things like that always keeps their memories alive. Thank you for your comment ~ Many Blessings, Debbie

Deb M Date: 11/13/2021 9:54:00 PM That is absolutely beautiful Debra ….a wonderful trip down memory lane. Debx Login to Reply Debra L Brown Date: 11/13/2021 10:10:00 PM Thank You! Debbie for taking the time to comment. I'm glad you enjoyed the poem. Have a Blessed Thanksgiving... Debra

Bill Baker Date: 11/11/2021 3:58:00 PM A lovely well written piece with a beautiful memory that allowed me to revisit the love my MaMa had for a few precious thing, like her favorite mirror. Write on! Bill Login to Reply Debra L Brown Date: 11/12/2021 6:15:00 PM Hi! Bill, I'm so happy that this poem brought back some fond memories of your grandma. Blessings ~ Debbie

Paulette Calasibetta Date: 11/4/2021 3:18:00 PM Debra, This is a priceless memory, a beautiful legacy that your well penned imagery took me there, to "The Antique Mirror" ~ So Lovely! Blessings, Paulette Login to Reply Debra L Brown Date: 11/4/2021 3:36:00 PM Paulette, You are to kind with your words. Thank you! for a well blessed comment. Many Blessings ~ Debbie

Richard Palmer Date: 11/4/2021 12:56:00 PM The things that connect love ones are often classed as family treasures, grandma mirror fits the list, great write Debra Login to Reply Debra L Brown Date: 11/4/2021 1:23:00 PM Thank you, Richard, I'm glad enjoyed it, to have special memories of our family to pass down to the younger generation is priceless. Warm Wishes ~ Debbie

Judy Ball Date: 11/3/2021 12:22:00 PM We all love the things that meant something to our much loved relatives. Something of them that we can keep to keep their memory near us. This is lovely, warm and filled with love. Good Stuff. God Bless, JB Login to Reply Debra L Brown Date: 11/3/2021 7:36:00 PM There's a lot of truth to your words. Having an item that belonged to that person makes it more special.... Thank you Judy. Lovely words. Blessing ~ Debbie

Rico Leffanta Date: 11/3/2021 12:15:00 PM Enjoyed! Login to Reply Debra L Brown Date: 11/3/2021 7:37:00 PM I'm happy you enjoyed it. Warm Wishes ~Debbie

Darlene De Beaulieu Date: 11/3/2021 11:35:00 AM Hello Debra L. Brown, If I had an antique mirror or anything antique, for me it would be a pleasure to own. I love antiques. They have beauty and charm. Welcome to Poetry Soup. Enjoy your day my friend. Login to Reply Darlene De Beaulieu Date: 11/4/2021 3:09:00 PM Hello Debra, yes antiques do have a history. I am drawn to them. You ar4e welcome. i will be reading more of your poetry. Blessings. Darlene Debra L Brown Date: 11/3/2021 7:40:00 PM Hi! Darlene, I'm with you on the Antiques. Love things that are old and have a history. Thank you, for the warm welcome. Blessings ~ Debbie

Bernard Barclay Date: 11/3/2021 3:08:00 AM GREAT WRITING VIVID MEMORY ALL THE BEST BERNIE Login to Reply Debra L Brown Date: 11/3/2021 7:30:00 AM Thanks, Bernie for the encouragement. Blessings ~ Debbie

Gershon Wolf Date: 11/2/2021 6:40:00 PM Three words: Sweet, Sweeter, Sweetest. Gosh, what a cherished memory. Makes me wish I had some mementoes from my grandparents. Sadly, I don't. Oh, well... Great write, Deb! ~ Timeless Treasures, Gershon Login to Reply Debra L Brown Date: 11/3/2021 7:27:00 AM After we have known someone, then suddenly there gone, all we have is cherished memories of them. Thanks Gershon, your words are very kind. Blessings ~Debbie