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Clasping Memories
I clasped
Onto my memories
As if they where the only thing of value
A favourite broken toy
I couldn’t discard
Played with them like a child
Rebuilding a world
Where I could smile again
A sweet innocence I thought had died
Now rekindled a reborn flame
Often wondered where he went
As the years rolled on
His playfulness faded
But he held on to my shadow
Hoping I would remember him
I clasp these memories tight
For in them is me
The true me
The little boy who never gave up
Unlike his adult version
I hark back to those times
Where each breath sparked imagination
Fear had no grip on me yet
I had the courage
To climb and explore
Age has battered me
Tried to take he best out of my soul
Somehow I survived
Maybe through the courage I had as a boy
That never really left me
Onto my memories
As if they where the only thing of value
A favourite broken toy
I couldn’t discard
Played with them like a child
Rebuilding a world
Where I could smile again
A sweet innocence I thought had died
Now rekindled a reborn flame
Often wondered where he went
As the years rolled on
His playfulness faded
But he held on to my shadow
Hoping I would remember him
I clasp these memories tight
For in them is me
The true me
The little boy who never gave up
Unlike his adult version
I hark back to those times
Where each breath sparked imagination
Fear had no grip on me yet
I had the courage
To climb and explore
Age has battered me
Tried to take he best out of my soul
Somehow I survived
Maybe through the courage I had as a boy
That never really left me
Published 4th Jun 2019
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4th Jun 2019 6:24pm
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4th Jun 2019 6:55pm
We all need to strive to get back what we had as children
I don't believe we ever lose them but we often bury them or lock away in a closet.
Incredible spill, Brother
I don't believe we ever lose them but we often bury them or lock away in a closet.
Incredible spill, Brother
4th Jun 2019 7:31pm
4th Jun 2019 7:13pm
4th Jun 2019 7:31pm
4th Jun 2019 7:34pm
Yes, that sweet innocence and fearlessness, what an excellent memory to hold on to!
Beautifully written!
Delanee.
Beautifully written!
Delanee.
4th Jun 2019 7:44pm
4th Jun 2019 11:48pm
5th Jun 2019 00:33am
Holy cow, Colin!!
The gorgeous... and I mean GORGEOUS truth in your imagery and powerful story telling, is fucking epic. I am so moved and touched by where you were able to take me while reading.... floating upon the wistful loveliness of your poem, soaking it in ..... I am utterly swept away.... and willingly lost within....
The amplitude of poignant introspection, the clever and heartfelt usage of phrasing and word choices.... it's SO personal and authentic.... I can't recall the last time I've felt truly understood reflection and it's melancholic beauty, like you've written..... Just incredible!! The depth of emotion, organic and real.... I can go on and on!!!
haha... but basically—
Stunning work, my dear friend 🙏🏻
Absolutely hit a nerve and I'm obviously, extremely affected.
Thank you soooo much for sharing this true gem, again,... WOW WOW WOW!!
I wish I could ALWAYS keep this pinned 📌 at the top of the my reading list!!!
For easy access!
Much love and enormous respect,
🌹 - 💙 - 🌹
xo
B
**Nominated for October Poem of the Month**
The gorgeous... and I mean GORGEOUS truth in your imagery and powerful story telling, is fucking epic. I am so moved and touched by where you were able to take me while reading.... floating upon the wistful loveliness of your poem, soaking it in ..... I am utterly swept away.... and willingly lost within....
The amplitude of poignant introspection, the clever and heartfelt usage of phrasing and word choices.... it's SO personal and authentic.... I can't recall the last time I've felt truly understood reflection and it's melancholic beauty, like you've written..... Just incredible!! The depth of emotion, organic and real.... I can go on and on!!!
haha... but basically—
Stunning work, my dear friend 🙏🏻
Absolutely hit a nerve and I'm obviously, extremely affected.
Thank you soooo much for sharing this true gem, again,... WOW WOW WOW!!
I wish I could ALWAYS keep this pinned 📌 at the top of the my reading list!!!
For easy access!
Much love and enormous respect,
🌹 - 💙 - 🌹
xo
B
**Nominated for October Poem of the Month**
12th Oct 2021 00:46am
