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diminishing in the afterglow

by Cynth'ya Lewis Reed — Read all 584 poems by Cynth'ya Lewis Reed

Even the most precious of gems loses its lustre over time. Dedicated to my grandmother Ruby who still knows my name.

Sunday, August 22, 2004

she knows she is old,

no longer recalls her age,

yesterday returns.

© 2004 cynth'ya lewis reed
All rights reserved

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Reviewed by Dana Reed

Reviewed on May 23, 2007

So few words, so much said. Kudos. Dana

Reviewed by The Smoking Poet

Reviewed on September 28, 2004

Poignant, cynth'ya, and hits the mark.

Reviewed by Amira van Kerk (Reader)

Reviewed on August 23, 2004

To the point.
Well done.

Reviewed by Reginald Birch (Reader)

Reviewed on August 23, 2004

A dozen words, that say it all.

Reg.

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on August 23, 2004

(((cynth'ya)))

powerful, exquisite dedicatory piece to your gramma--so much emotion in so few words--BRAVA! love just shines from this one. :)

(((HUGS))) and love, karla.

Reviewed by La Belle Rouge (Reader)

Reviewed on August 23, 2004

A sweet and heart-touching write.

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on August 23, 2004

Extremely heartfelt, Cynth'ya; and brought back some wonderful memories of my grandmother who was also a precious gem, as yours obviously is.

Reviewed by Thomas Lanechanger (Reader)

Reviewed on August 23, 2004

Cynth’ya, this is an exceptionally emotive write, which many can relate too. Although as one ages, hopefully they’ll always have someone in their corner who will stand by them no matter what. However, I am afraid of the younger generation who don’t realize that they too will age. I am fortunate knowing that my children were brought up to respect their elders even though they constantly threaten me with putting me in the old folks home every time we are together…lol. Kids aren’t they wonderful…lol. I always respected and admired my grandmother right up until the day she passed away. She was 99, and still retained all of her faculties and vigor, and I still show respect and cherish the wonderful memories I have of all of my grandparents. This is an outstanding loving tribute to someone who obviously you hold very dear to your heart. Thank you for sharing this wonderful write my friend. Take care.

Reviewed by Sandie May Joyce (Sandie Angel)

Reviewed on August 23, 2004

A few words says a lot. Very sentimental indeed.

Sandie May Angel

Reviewed by Peter Paton

Reviewed on August 23, 2004

Cynt'hia
The gift of life is a very precious commodity...
Peter

Reviewed by Fletcher Bailey (Reader)

Reviewed on August 23, 2004

Cynth'ya this would make an excellent haiku ((hugs)) to you and your grandma, she sounds like a woman wise well beyond her years...Fletcher B

Reviewed by Kate Burnside

Reviewed on August 23, 2004

How I feel this and your sentiments here, Cynth'ya... My mother is now 87 and fears losing her "mind" and her dignity the most. It is a very difficult time for those of us who want to protect and nurture these weakening ones at a frightening time of their lives. Knowing they are loved, respected and not alone allows them the freedom just "to be as they are". Sadly, for many elderly, they have not the family support to hold them in this way. As your last line says, they should be free to become as the "little children" again in their hours of weakness. Bless you and your on-going work. Thank you for this gem that has a very great lustre! Kate xx

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on August 23, 2004

yester returns and tomorrow beckons ...

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