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To Touch a Memory

If only I could reach back and touch a memory Does such magic exist? To be in the room To see the smile of a young and vibrant mother My face warmed by the glow of her love My first new car and the aroma of adulthood To fill my senses as I ride into my destiny Would that not be a dream? The last time I held my grandmother’s hand I would never let go If only I could reach back and touch a memory Any chosen day or night A lifetime of love The laughter of friends now departed Does such magic exist? Perhaps it does

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Fj Thomas

Date: 1/8/2023 12:42:00 PM

Mike you are testing my tear duct capacity here. Most of my memories I pray would leave me be, but, I also have someone I would never let go of had I the chance. This is beautiful.

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/10/2023 4:29:00 AM

Memories are indeed precious, FJ thank you !!

Vijay Pandit

Date: 1/7/2023 4:02:00 PM

You are touching your memories, Mike, in this wonderful poem of love and affection for the dear ones.

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/8/2023 4:56:00 AM

Thank you Vijay!!

Shirley Hawkins

Date: 1/7/2023 12:32:00 PM

I enjoyed reading your lovely verse, Mike Magic does exist. The magic of your verse brought back memories that warmed and lightened my heart. Captivating. Take care, Shirley

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/8/2023 4:55:00 AM

Thank you so much Shirley xxoo

Tom Cunningham

Date: 1/7/2023 11:41:00 AM

It would be fantastic to relive those happy memories from our past Mike, shame time moves so quickly. Tom

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/8/2023 4:56:00 AM

It surely does Thank Tom!

Deb M

Date: 1/7/2023 7:49:00 AM

Mike your beautiful poem has really touched my heart. To touch a memory oh my how wonderful would that be! I love the line never letting go of your grandmothers hand….such love! Debx

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/8/2023 4:56:00 AM

Thank you so much Deb, happy Sunday xxoo