The Pond

Peace such peace

by that old pond

of mine,

many years ago

would dream my

cares away,

for hours on end

had my first kiss

while sitting by

that old pond

we made plans

of what would

never be.  The

old pond is

dried up, as

my memories

are beginning to

dry up, but

the memory from

that old pond

will linger on

for all ages.

wrote 3-29-11
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Winter Avatar
April 26, 2011 at 4:21 PM
yes, beautiful memories that will remain in your heart, still no matter how time passes. a lovely write. thank you so kindly James for all your thoughtful comments. hugs, shar xo
Austin Avatar
April 11, 2011 at 7:17 AM
Nostalgia. In my old age I find myself weeping more than usual - surprising myself. all the old times and places become, somehow, magic. I heard Fritz Kreisler - an old 78, Victor Red Seal - play Poor Butterfly on the violin, and, honestly, I was a basket case for hours. I loved taking a dip in "The Old Pond." Love, dave
Dietrich Avatar
April 9, 2011 at 12:18 PM
It sounds delightful, James. That old pond and first kiss there!
George   Avatar
April 9, 2011 at 8:43 AM
Ah!!!! those memories. I hope you have entered this in Frank's contest 'First Kiss'. Wonderful heart-warming writing, James. Elaine
Kopp Avatar
April 7, 2011 at 9:41 AM
I love those nostalgic memories...Excellent write! Going to Favs
Fillmore Avatar
April 4, 2011 at 12:48 PM
the memories that a particular place holds for us are so powerful. You've done a wonderful job capturing yours and telling us about them! Thanks for your comments on "Anatomy of a Cold". What is left of the cold is that lingering cough! I sound like I have a smoker's cough though not a cigarette has ever touched these lips;)) Hoping the cough syrup I got today will remedy that but quick:)
Fraser Avatar
April 3, 2011 at 7:11 AM
Lovely little piece James, memories are so cherished for many of us. Have a wonderful Sunday....:)
Jordan Avatar
April 3, 2011 at 5:14 AM
This poem is a favorite James. The innocence I spoke of pours off the paper in this poem. Love you my friend, mj
Neels Avatar
March 31, 2011 at 10:57 AM
So true James memories sometimes keep us going.. Enjoyed this tonight..
Meikle Avatar
March 30, 2011 at 9:46 AM
Memory Lane is oft times a good trip even if you miss a g along the way Nicely written
Durbin Avatar
March 29, 2011 at 5:30 PM
How sad your plans didn't work out, James! What a tender poem.
Kendrick Avatar
March 29, 2011 at 3:21 PM
Very poignant work..I could feel the pain..Thanks for stopping by..Sara
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March 29, 2011 at 2:58 PM
James, there was a wild wheat field we used to play in when I was a child. Now they've "paved over Paradise" and erected a McDonald's there. Still, you and I can cling to these memories. Sad poem, but it touched me deeply. Love, Carolyn
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