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Memory's Reawakened Moments

Echoes of remembrance on the way to Mother's Day...

63 total reviews 
Comment from amada
Exceptional
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What a wonderful homage for your beloved mother. I am sure her precious spirit lives in you as well. Your descriptions of her life are vivid and original. I know her wholesome spirt lives in you, I am privileged to read your work.

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2020


reply by the author on 28-Apr-2020
    Hello amada!
    I am honored by your exceptional rating and thoughtful review.
    So very pleased my words resonated with you...
    As for my mother, she is never more than a thought away...

    Thank you again!
    Hoping you are safe and well!
    diane
Comment from Ulla
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Hi Diane. This is just such a wonderful contribution you pay to the memory of your beloved mother. You've written a wonderful poem with beautiful imagery underlining your deep feelings. Warm regards. Ulla xx

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2020


reply by the author on 28-Apr-2020
    Hello Ulla!
    So very pleased you enjoyed!

    Thank you!
    diane
Comment from Sally Law
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This is so beautiful, dear Diane. It will be hard to top this for the contest. I'm sorry for no sixer, but I see this has done so well without me and my late reply. Superb, sweet, and aptly illustrated. You were blessed with a wonderful mother. She still shows in you!
Sally xoxo

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2020


reply by the author on 28-Apr-2020
    Hello Sally!
    So very pleased my words resonated with you!

    thank you!
    diane
Comment from Mastery
Exceptional
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So sweet Diane. This pom is an outstanding reflection of your feelings and loving heart for your Mom.
These words say it all for you my friend. : ) Bob

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2020


reply by the author on 28-Apr-2020
    Hello Bob!
    I am honored by your exceptional rating and complimentary review.
    So very pleased my words resonated with you.
    My mother surely was a positive and dynamic force in my life and the lives of my children and husband...
    Thank you!

    Hoping you are well and safe!
    Rain the next two days. That will make spring "pop" up here...finally!

    Take Care!
    diane








reply by Mastery on 30-Apr-2020
    Thank you Diane. Stay safe and God bless you and yours. : ) Bob
Comment from Iza Deleanu
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Beautiful, the memory of a mother is associated with goodness and laughter, with special cooking and healing powers :"Assuredly among welcoming hallmarks of home
Freshly baked blueberry cobbler oozing rich goodness
Grapevine wreaths decorated with plump bittersweet vines
Imperfect Christmas trees adorned with twinkling white lights
I hear her laughter
"
Thank you for sharing and good luck with the contest.

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2020


reply by the author on 28-Apr-2020
    Thank you, Iza!
    So pleased you enjoyed.

    Diane
Comment from estory
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The images in this contemplative poem is what drove it, in my opinion. You had those great images of the blooming marigolds, lilly of the valley, and delphinium, in these vibrant colors; the glimpses of photographs in the old albums; the sublime Michigan sunsets; the candlelight in the snow, the monarch butterfly. These are all terrific images of life, treasured moments that seem to live on, images of peace, of transformation and transcendence. It is a poem of hope as much as it is a poem of remembrance. A poem of keeping alive your mother, in you day to day life. estory

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2020


reply by the author on 28-Apr-2020
    Hello estory!
    So pleased my words resonated with you!

    Thank you!
    diane
Comment from Boogienights
Exceptional
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This is a lovely tribute to your mom. I believe that our loved ones stay with us after death, and if your mom can read this as I think she can, she will be proud. Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2020


reply by the author on 28-Apr-2020
    Hello Miss Boogie!
    I am honored by your exceptional rating and thoughtful review.
    Smiles all around...

    thank you!
    diane
Comment from DeboraDyess
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OH, my.
I lost my mother early, too. She didn't see me graduate high school, meet my husband, hear about my years of teaching, hold my beautiful babies or watch me grow old. I never got her advice for things I couldn't figure out on my own or let her listen to a poem or song I've written.
But she is part of me every single day. She is in my children's smiles and laughter. I watch one of my girls and think 'that's my mom! Right there in Meagan!'
I felt your poem as much as I read it.
Thank you for sharing this perfect tribute.
Blessings,
Deb

 Comment Written 27-Apr-2020


reply by the author on 28-Apr-2020
    Hello Debora!
    So very pleased my words resonated with you. I am very sorry for your loss at such an early age...

    Thank you!
    diane
Comment from Susan X Smith
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This is a touching tribute to your mother and an excellent contest entry. The imagery is effective. You created an atmosphere by describing baked goods, flowers, candle light, and the traits of her grandchildren.

 Comment Written 27-Apr-2020


reply by the author on 27-Apr-2020
    Hello Susan!
    So pleased you enjoyed!

    thank you!
    diane
Comment from Gert sherwood
Exceptional
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Smiles and more smiles to you Mrs. KT for your beautiful thoughts of the memories of your mother written is free verse..
It was a pleasure to read how much you loved your dear mother.
Gert

 Comment Written 27-Apr-2020


reply by the author on 27-Apr-2020
    So wonderful to hear from you, Gert!
    I am honored by your exceptional rating and complimentary review.
    And I am very pleased that my words resonated with you...

    Hoping you are safe and well!
    Thank you again!
    diane
reply by Gert sherwood on 27-Apr-2020
    You are welcome Diane. Best to you in the contest,
    Gert
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2020
    Oh, Gert,
    I just wanted to write this for my children and their children...My mother was a huge part of their lives as well...
    Thank you again!
    diane
reply by Gert sherwood on 27-Apr-2020
    Happy and loving smiles to you Diane. You are welcome.
    Gert