pussy willows fallen from
the pussy will tree
dandelions plucked
with small hands freed
no longer unwanted
the gifts they brought me
faces stained with hints
of blackberry juice
smiles shining, wide eyes
from a berry picking sleuth
containers nearly emptied
the gifts they brought me
stories written about family
clay ash trays, a mobile too
a card on mother’s day
the sound of music playing
to fill my heart & soul
the gifts they brought me
even the laughter & tears
the many unsaid hopes & fears
days filled with moments
none of them ever dull
& the best thing brought me
the gift of themselves
© January 2014
Renee Espriu
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My children and grandchildren are a huge part of my life and without them there would be a huge gap, a hole to large to ever fill. There have been joys and sorrows and challenges throughout the years but I would never trade any of it for the experiences I have shared with them have shaped my life and the person I am.
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Pussy Willows also bring many memories when I was young and collect it with my Dad, Also my children would bring some and we would put in vases with daffodils … Our Grandchildren are a constant joy and yes at times a worry…. Thank you for your beautiful words Renee… Blessings Sue xxx
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Thank you so much Sue. I would put them in a glass along with the dandelions and after awhile replace them with more. I loved it all no matter what. xoxo Renee
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faces stained with hints
of blackberry juice….and dandelions… nice…two of my fav things…but yes…the best gift are indeed the people that make our life so much richer and colorful…
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Ones life can never be full enough and rich enough for those that cross our paths or those that remain in our lives. Thank you, Claudia.
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I know our days are intertwined about now — thinking of loved ones … just know I remembered and am thinking of you! xo
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Thank you Becca! I have thought of you now as I am sure you think of your dad. Mom is gone six years now on January 17th but seems like yesterday. I so appreciate your kindness.
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6 yrs for me as well — on the 21st!! 6 mins, 6 days, 6 weeks, 6 months … no matter — I miss him greatly.
You take care and stay warm!!
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Thank You! You as well.
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