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The Old Victorian

My great, great Aunt had a lovely old home,
with many a wonderful story,
hidden within its walls.

A Victorian, architectural designers dream;
vaulted ceilings, full of ghosts;
where spirit voices sang of its splendor.

What I remember most, were the sparkly door knobs;
prisms reflecting the sunlight; 
beautiful rainbow colors, 
adorning her sitting room walls.

The animated colors of her crystalline chandelier
wove dancing shadows into the fabric.
As a small child, I reveled in that light-play;
how I loved her magical home.

Copyright © M. L. Kiser | Year Posted 2014

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W.A. Cholt Date: 12/6/2018 8:10:00 AM Yes it's true, houses have a life and soul of their own, sometimes filled with treasured memories, sometimes otherwise. Nicely captured and expressed in this poem. Login to Reply M. L. Kiser Date: 12/6/2018 8:41:00 AM That coupled with my Great Aunt's personality, made magic for me when I was a kid. Thanks

Debra Squyres Date: 11/9/2014 12:35:00 PM Nostalgia at it's best on display... what a marvelous poem so full of wonderful memories. So enjoyed !! Login to Reply M. L. Kiser Date: 11/10/2014 3:26:00 PM Thanks so much.

James Horn Date: 11/5/2014 8:15:00 AM Wish there was a picture of where you have been, So we could be able to see it again and again, That place where all of those memories were made Which into past, you would never want to fade. Trinkets and things that would always dazzle you, Almost as if each one could make your dream come true, Reminding me of the time we first had met, And the story is sure to get much better yet. Poetry Soup be sure to put dreams on, Before they disappear and have all gone. Jim Horn Login to Reply M. L. Kiser Date: 11/8/2014 1:40:00 PM I don't believe that I ever took a picture. Nevertheless, I'm glad that you enjoyed the poem.

Andrea Dietrich Date: 11/2/2014 12:15:00 AM those kinds of memories are forever!! So nice this is. Login to Reply M. L. Kiser Date: 11/4/2014 9:18:00 PM They are, indeed. Thanks Andrea

Debbie Guzzi Date: 11/1/2014 4:02:00 PM Some Aunts are so special I had one when I was a baby to age oh around 5 in Maine who had the prettiest white farmhouse. A wonderful sun porch full of white wicker & I so remember making pies with her at the kitchen table ALL in a wonderful golden light! THANK you for helping me remember her. Light & Love Login to Reply M. L. Kiser Date: 11/4/2014 9:18:00 PM My Great Aunt was a wonderful baker, as well; I recall that the scents were a big part of visits to her home. I was in seventh heaven whenever we visited. I'll bet that you aunt's farmhouse was scented delight, as well. Thanks

Verlena S. Walker Date: 10/31/2014 11:52:00 PM Great write M.L. Congratulations on being featured as the poem of the day... Verlena Login to Reply

Suzanne C. Goudreau Date: 10/31/2014 7:29:00 PM A beautifully penned poem I could feel your heartfelt feeling reading through the verses and the picture you've painted is awesome. Lovely descriptions through and through! A real "gem" Login to Reply

James Horn Date: 10/31/2014 6:12:00 PM Reminds me of Pollyanna. Did you ever see it? If not, you should after writing this poem. Login to Reply M. L. Kiser Date: 11/4/2014 9:16:00 PM I did see Pollyanna, years ago, but I swear, my Great Aunt had 10 times more trinkets and what-nots than were in the movie. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

Sports Man Date: 10/31/2014 3:48:00 PM Very good write, they don't make them like that anymore Login to Reply

Debra Squyres Date: 10/31/2014 12:46:00 PM I adore this poem filled with nostalgia !! Beautifully written !! Login to Reply

M. L. Kiser Date: 10/31/2014 12:00:00 PM Just want to thank everyone for their generous and kind comments. Login to Reply

Gary Bateman Date: 10/31/2014 10:11:00 AM ML, Congratulations on "Poem of the Day!!" The words and images in your poem are quite perfect. This write is a definite delight!! Best Wishes Always, Gary Login to Reply

Richard Lamoureux Date: 10/31/2014 9:51:00 AM I loved my Grandma's crystal door knobs. Congratulations on being featured as poem of the day. I enjoyed your poem. Login to Reply

Maurice Yvonne Date: 10/31/2014 9:42:00 AM Back to congratulate you on having your poem chosen as poem of the day. Login to Reply

Carol Eastman Date: 10/31/2014 9:42:00 AM Congratulations on poem of the day. Wonderful visuals... My Grandmother had a house just like this with a 2 1/2 tier attic... So cool... and spooky!... LOL Login to Reply M. L. Kiser Date: 10/31/2014 11:59:00 AM Oh, write about it...I'd love to read what you write. Thanks for coming by and leaving comments. A poet is only as good as the effect she has on her readers.

Eve Roper Date: 10/31/2014 9:36:00 AM I love those old victorian homes, nice write :) eve Login to Reply

Jan Allison Date: 10/31/2014 9:28:00 AM excellent write many congrats on poem of the day:-) Hugs Jan xxx Login to Reply

Brenda Meier-Hans Date: 10/31/2014 8:45:00 AM Congratulations on Poem of the day. I really enjoyed reading this magical poem. Login to Reply

Tim Smith Date: 10/31/2014 5:14:00 AM It does sound magical.... Congrats on being featured today...hugs Tim Login to Reply

Liam Mcdaid Date: 10/31/2014 4:29:00 AM really beautifully painted congratulations excellent pen well done Login to Reply

Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 10/31/2014 3:58:00 AM - Congrats with today's poem - Well deserved M.L. !!!! - // Anne-Lise :) Login to Reply

Sandip Goswami Date: 10/30/2014 5:28:00 AM Wonderful creation....I love the style...Yes, we loved her magical home...Your real post-modern thoughts touched my consciousness...I am sure that you are an in-born poet...Keep it up...One day you will create new history for us...Best to you dear.... Login to Reply M. L. Kiser Date: 10/31/2014 11:56:00 AM Like everyone else, I like to dream that I'll create history...I'm still an ordinary human, but thanks so much for your kindnesses.

Leon Enriquez Date: 10/30/2014 12:12:00 AM Dear ML: Lovely poem. All the best my friend, Leon Login to Reply M. L. Kiser Date: 10/30/2014 2:04:00 AM Thank you

Isaiah Zerbst Date: 10/29/2014 8:08:00 PM Can't help but say that the poem is a masterpiece. Makes me want to see it! Login to Reply M. L. Kiser Date: 10/30/2014 2:06:00 AM It was a beautiful old house. She passed when I was in my 20's and it's been changed a lot, by other owners, since. But it was a magical place. The smell of her constant baking filled it and it may have added to the magic, for me. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

Maurice Yvonne Date: 10/29/2014 6:40:00 PM I just love how you wrote about this home. This is just excellent. I so enjoyed reading it...several times. Login to Reply M. L. Kiser Date: 10/30/2014 2:08:00 AM I am glad you enjoyed it. She was my favorite, great aunt.

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