Thursday, August 18, 2011

"R" Is For Reminiscing - August 18, 2011 - Alphabe Thursday





I don't know what's the reason,
Perhaps it's change that's in the air,
But I'm feeling somewhat nostaligic,
And a sense of loss is everywhere.

Life as I've always known it,
Soon will meet a rousing end,
And I cling to certain memories,
Remembered joys, a special friend.

I sift through a thousand photos,
Holding close good times I had,
Somehow, it helps diminish thoughts,
Of any memories that were bad.

I am busy packing boxes,
Sorting out my cherished things,
Each coveted treasure that I wrap,
With it, a memory brings.

I hear the laughter of my boys,
Tumbling about in play,
That any glassware survived at all,
Is a mystery to this day!

Soon, I fly away to India,
Six months away from home,
I'm excited about this adventure,
Yet I'll be fearful, as I roam.

As one approaches seventy,
And one's body squeaks and groans,
It's harder to meet the challenges,
And face the new unknowns.

I shall manage as I've always done,
Since travel''s been good to me,
I've found the world a special place,
If you treat all with dignity.

When, once again, I find a home,
I'll have new memories to share,
I hope I can become more my old self,
And not give up in despair!

Carmen Henesy

Copyright (c)August 18, 2011 by Carmen Henesy
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19 comments:

  1. lovely tribute to memory and life.

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  2. Safe travel.~Ames

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  3. Beautiful poem! I have been somewhat nostaligic the past few days myself, which led to my remembering post this week. . . maybe its something in the air? No, I imagine I just have more time to think now that I'm retired.

    I really enjoyed your post. Thanks for sharing!

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  4. Good work! Are you really going to India for six months?

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  5. Happy travel. Do say hello to me when you see Malaysia from the airplane.

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  6. Well, even though you have to change some lifestyle things, those mementos are bringing you some nice thoughts.

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  7. Wonderful poem, Carmen. I think we all have similar thoughts as we age.

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  8. I love your poem Carmen, to me a joyful reflection of what had passed and a strong conviction of facing what is to come with strength.

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  9. Just happened across a comment of yours, and came to see its author! I like what I found, and will be back.♥

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  10. Carmen, I love the title of this poem, since it a reflection of your thoughts and how you feel. I'm growing old so I know what you mean about "body squeaks and groans"..

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  11. Lovely poem but hopefully you'll be with us for a long time yet, Carmen!

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  12. That was a beautiful poem and I admire your pluck.

    I am a nostalgic person too but I think I am rooted in my own country now.
    Maggie X

    Nuts in May

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  13. that was touchy...giving up is the biggest crime...you won't make it...:)

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  14. smooth sailings,

    70 years old, wow.
    admirable age.

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  15. another great poem, Carmen!

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  16. Bon Voyage! Sounds like it could be an amazing adventure.

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  17. Carmen, I have no doubt that this will end up being a new, exciting and lovely chapter of your life.

    I think we all feel nervous when we are making big life changes...but you will continue to shine and thrive throughout this.

    I'm excited for you.

    Thanks for linking.

    A+

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  18. Six months in India...Wow! I hope you have a wonderful experience!

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