The Red Water Pump

The old red water pump,
draws water no more,
it's only there for
a memory.

wrote 4-5-11

at home we had this water pump and there was a well under neath it. but it gave out many 
years ago. My brother painted it red a long time ago, i saw a picture of it and this idea came 
to me.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011


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Date: 4/10/2011 3:18:00 PM
Yes, I have memories like these too. so simple but so nostalgic.
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Date: 4/10/2011 5:43:00 AM
The red water pump, the cellar door, what else does James have in store? I'm off to find out...and thanks for the post I can see the snow falling on your old homestead right now. Judy
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Date: 4/9/2011 9:42:00 AM
Ah, nostalgia. We stayed at a mountain cabin for a few days when I was a kid. I recall pumping the handle up and down, letting the cold, cold water run into my bucket. Boy was that water good tasting. Your poem brought back this delicious memory. thanks. Love, Dave
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Date: 4/8/2011 9:48:00 AM
I bet there are still many pumps lying alone, dying to tell their stories. Nice one James....:)
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Date: 4/8/2011 4:22:00 AM
We still have one of those old hand primed pumps, James....in the field when needed fo the animals. Used one also after we lost power because of hurricanes for 11 days. Glad to have it! No electric bill either. Nicely written memory.
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Date: 4/7/2011 3:37:00 AM
So even something like an old red water pump could brighten the day! Nicely written, James!
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Date: 4/6/2011 8:17:00 PM
James a truly poignant picture in words luv.. old memories are with us forever .. grand reminders of yesteryear.. thankxx for your stirring comment on my Smokescreens.. my belief is this open venue of poetry is to spread the Word of God and send the Enemy running scared...appreciate your thoughts and convictions my friend.. luv..
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Date: 4/6/2011 3:49:00 PM
you kn know i can just see that pump James.
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Date: 4/6/2011 3:05:00 PM
Very descriptive work indeed..Enjoyed reading this afternoon..There are many of those pumps still around..Sara
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Date: 4/6/2011 9:20:00 AM
Memories mean so much to us, James. I'm sure you'll remember this water pump for a long time. There are things I still remember about my childhood home. Love, Carolyn
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Date: 4/6/2011 4:49:00 AM
It has been a pleasure to read your poetry today James. I hope to get back soon to read more of your poetry. May you always find inspiration to carry on with your writing endeavors. Love, Carol
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Date: 4/5/2011 2:01:00 PM
oh, the sweet memories that go with it, james.. now, it's a classic memento...superb! :) huggs, nette
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