Just got back online though I’m still waiting for my head to catch up. Sure missed you all and many thanks to those who kept checking in and offering encouragement through the turmoil. It will take a few days however, to get the old pen warmed up and ready to roll, bear with me.
Moving on
When we leave ~ this place
we once called home,
It will be with a bitter taste.
Even though, a long time ago,
some times were good.
Good memories though, we will retain,
Those of the birds, the wildlife,
The folks, no longer with us.
Pleasant thoughts and dreams. ~
Yet, ~ even those will fade in time.
Eric Valentine Mar 25/08
About Me
- Eric Valentine
- I have been a bit of a World traveler. I was born in England and at age 32 moved to Canada. More recently this last few years I have come down with a debilitating illness that although it has no cure it can be managed sensibly. My interests now are my lovely wife Elizabeth, nature and music. I love writing at which I am always working on improving.
I am a Proud Member of The Shameless Lions Writing Circle
Sangilak
He burst forth from the past to now
Fiercely proud, strong, erect.
His torso adorned and glowing still,
Remnants of the days of battle royal,
The figures, depicting scars from days of old.
I first saw him standing there -
Covered it seemed in a hue of snow?
On his chest emblazoned in red,
“Is that a red maple leaf I see,
Or some such facsimile ?”
I said astounded! ~ hesitantly, ~
“You are Canadian ~ aren’t you”
SangilakHe burst forth from the past to now
Fiercely proud, strong, erect.
His torso adorned and glowing still,
Remnants of the days of battle royal,
The figures, depicting scars from days of old.
I first saw him standing there -
Covered it seemed in a hue of snow?
On his chest emblazoned in red,
“Is that a red maple leaf I see,
Or some such facsimile ?”
I said astounded! ~ hesitantly, ~
“You are Canadian ~ aren’t you”
Shameless Lions Award
18 comments:
Huzzah!!! You're back! :~D Just keep the good memories and look forward to all the good things that lie ahead my friend!
Good to be back and nice to see your familier face Leon. It's going to take a little time to get sorted out, but time is what we have my friend. :)
Hi Eric,
Glad to see you back dear :)
Its a beautiful poetry n so true..
Loads of prayers n love:)
Take acre
Dear Eric...
Its a Beautiful poem, dear..!
Lots of love to you !
:)
Hi Samrina, nice hearing from you once more, thank you for the kind thoughts. :)
Hello Shades, thanks, it's always nice to see you visit. Take care. :)
Dear Eric,
Welcome back..hope that you and Elizabeth are well.
A lovely poem Eric..and remember, always hold on to your good memories, no one can take those away. Take Care :-D
How good to see you Eric!
You'll be making new memories to share with us so you can say a pleasant goodbye to the old ones :)
Thank you Stacey, we are well and quite busy. Excited over a new start here. :)
Hi Janice, good to be back, it's been too long. Time to wake the pen up once more. :)
I'm happy hto see you back Eric. The poetry is beautiful as usual.
It's nice to be back Zirelda, glad you enjoyed the poem.
Now I have to get my pen in gear again, which isn't easy after a layoff. :)
Hi Eric, good to see you back. I hope the move went well and that you take it easy getting everything sorted and settled.
Hi Swen, good to see you. Things are moving along quite well but it's a slow process getting sorted out, we will get there though. :)
Glad to hear that you are in your new place. Your poem says it very well.
Hi Eric ... :)
Thank you Forsythia, nice of you to visit. :)
Hey Tim buddy! :)
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