Gregory Richard Barden Poet Rhyme

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The Dearest Distance

~ For my Great-Grandson Jared and my Grandchildren, Nick, Justin, Jorden, Lily, and Travis ~


There's a sweet wee lad who's growing
          Much too fast for me to know
               With shining eyes, awake and glowing
     And his future, bright, in tow

Much too far from here for hugging
          Only photos, can I clutch
               But my heartstrings he keeps tugging
     For I love him very much

Distance keeps him and my grandkids
          From the warm of my embrace
               Thus I arrange their pics around me
     And I memorize each face

Still, that photo can't respond or place
          A kiss to bless my cheek
               So this furrowed face is graced instead
     By a tear that's apt to streak

Each small child does not understand
          Just why you can't be there
               All they know is that they do NOT know
     The love you long to share

So you pray that heaven keeps them safe
          From all life's hurts and harms
               'Til your face knows only happy streaks
     And you hold them in your arms.






~ Honorable Mention ~  in the "Strand Completely New 21, Any Form, Any Theme" Poetry Contest, Brian Strand, Judge & Sponsor.

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John Hamilton August 16, 2020 at 8:06 AM A very touching poem G, enjoyed, it's a joy I've never had, no kids,so,no grand kids, your love shines bright!

Joanna Daniel August 11, 2020 at 2:12 AM Wow! Really heart tugging poem, Greg, your love for your grandkids shines:)

Jenish Somadas August 10, 2020 at 10:12 PM Lovely rhyme and sentiments Gregory.. By a tear that's apt to streak.. Beautiful lines in soothing rhythm, as usual your poem is a joy to read..May the children hear this song and embrace your longing heart..

John Watt August 10, 2020 at 9:57 PM This tugs on my heartstrings big time, Bard. Just a reminder to me that you can write well on any subject in any form. This brought a smile and a sigh. Hope you are well, my friend ~ John