Where Have the Bluebirds Gone?

WHERE HAVE THE BLUEBIRDS GONE?

The Bluebirds never came home to my pine grove that first spring.
Can't say as I blame them.... my family's heirloom recipe wouldn't fill
the regal gravy boat anymore, and fresh lemonade wouldn't delight 
the elegant pitcher again; their services for important holidays and 
special birthdays were no longer needed, so they departed.

      I tried to erect new Bluebird Houses and put out their favorite seed,
but they never came back, even if I pretended nothing had changed. 

      I remember the day we chose our wedding china, the pattern,
cheerful Bluebirds at play in the warm spring sunshine, was the 
happiest pattern we had ever seen. We selected all the important 
pieces we would need for every occasion.

      Today, spring flowers are in bloom again, and not a single
Bluebird in sight. I wonder if the regal gravy boat is still
the proud captain of the table?......I miss it

     My pine grove is barren now, and the few dishes I still have
never leave the storage drawer to play in the sun anymore,
can't say as I blame them....

               ....can't say

                                   as I blame them
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Pickett Avatar
January 27, 2010 at 6:31 AM
Hey JMG, how are ya???... I see that your voice hasn't lost its strength... Wonderful poetry today my friend... This is my fav feature so far...... Keep em' comin'.....:JP]
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January 27, 2010 at 3:55 AM
Congratulations James M Goff, on having your poem featured this week. It was an enjoyable to read. And I was amazed that as I read it, I remembered it from when it was posted in April. And that speaks well for this poem... Thanks for sharing. Lovingly, Dane
Austin Avatar
January 25, 2010 at 2:26 PM
Yes! Some very cherished things or people or animals seem to be just too good to be true. All they'll leave is a memory and a yearning. Congrats on this very fine piece being featured. Love, daver
Fisher Avatar
January 25, 2010 at 10:56 AM
James - congratulations on another wonderful featured piece. Many regards Janette
Freeman Avatar
January 25, 2010 at 10:09 AM
Great Job James, worthy of exhibition. Congratulations, Sincerely Moses
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January 25, 2010 at 8:49 AM
A great example of the talent that won you a publishing contract, Jimbo! And congratulations on having your work featured this week! Love, Carolyn
Richards Avatar
January 25, 2010 at 8:30 AM
Oh yes....I remember this gem from the past! So happy to see it featured again. A very worthy poem to re-read and enjoy! Congratulations, James! ~ Carrie
Strand Avatar
January 25, 2010 at 8:15 AM
Congrats on your feature poem this week Jim Rgds Brian
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January 24, 2010 at 9:32 PM
Congrats Jimbo on your featured poem on the Soup this week... excellent choice and write... luv.. Linda-Marie..
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January 24, 2010 at 4:56 PM
congrats on the featured poem, good one!!
Gorelick Avatar
January 24, 2010 at 2:22 PM
this is one fine piece. I remember reading it before and loving it. Congrats on being featured. I think its going to do well in the second round as well. Bg
Fraser Avatar
January 24, 2010 at 2:11 PM
Many congratulations in you deserved featured poem this week, James >> James
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January 24, 2010 at 1:46 PM
Congratulations are your well deserved featured poem this week James. Love, Carol
Borisov Avatar
January 11, 2010 at 4:15 AM
Sorrowful and insightful! James, I wish you to see your bluebird! Joy go with you! Oleg
Freeman Avatar
December 21, 2009 at 1:07 PM
Congratulations on your three poems going to the second round James. Sincerely, Love, Moses
Sheart Avatar
December 21, 2009 at 9:01 AM
Hi James, Congrats on your three poems winning the first round of PS contest!! Very well deserved, enjoyed reading your wonderful poetry. Here’s wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!! May 2010 be your best year ever! Love Light Patty
Strand Avatar
December 21, 2009 at 12:36 AM
Congrats on your first round contest success Jim.Rgds Brian
K. Avatar
December 20, 2009 at 3:04 PM
Aww, that's really sad---hopefully the blue birds come back....congrats once more on all 3 entries getting through wish yu all the best Jimbo :)
Gorelick Avatar
December 20, 2009 at 11:23 AM
Congrats on this piece making the second round. It made me sad..I guess thats the point. BG
Fraser Avatar
December 20, 2009 at 10:11 AM
Many congratulations on reaching the second round with your fine poem James >> James
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April 29, 2009 at 11:37 AM
James, thanks for taking the time to read my poetry..it is really appreciated...
Nutter Avatar
April 29, 2009 at 2:48 AM
Very well written and a great poem. I enjoyed reading thanks
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April 28, 2009 at 2:04 PM
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April 27, 2009 at 6:16 AM
Gee whiz this made me sad Jim. Every line touched an emotion. My grandmother had a beautiful glass pitcher with lemonade every Sunday. I love the memories we can share.
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April 25, 2009 at 7:41 AM
Hi James, this is awesome. Beautiful imagery. Ernilando
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