There are memories that linger and never leave regardless of time, space and circumstances.
"THIRTEEN" (By: Sheri C. Uy)
Please take me back Somewhere in my past Where in a single instance Our glances locked When I could see no one But a reflection of a girl Wanting to be a woman Within that single glance
Please take me out From this crushing gloom Where I hide my passion And gnash my teeth In the middle of the storm Bid my love to come And save me from the claws Of my own lonely mind
Please look back at me Once, twice…before you go away Teach me to keep and remember That special look and smile Carefully hidden somewhere Locked away, silent and still Deep within the memory Of a thirteen year old girl
...young moments...once again become young in our memories...if we let them in.
beautiful Sheri...
John
Reviewed by M. Rafferty (Reader)
Reviewed on January 5, 2008
Poignant. Made me feel a bit nostalgic. Pretty smile too.
Matt
Reviewed by E. Richardson (Reader)
Reviewed on January 1, 2008
So poignantly written that it is hard for the reader not to be drawn into the verses without feeling nostalgic. The deep longings of the child who was on the brink of womanhood and the yearnings of a woman to be that child again. Deep and meaningful.
A most beautiful and touching write my friend...you've penned a wonderful reflection with powerful imagery that takes the reader back through time to experience a bit of your memories that make you the wonderful writer that you are...excellent..anxious to read more! Thank you for stopping by my den, you're welcome anytime!
Blessings from the mountains of Kentucky,
Joyce B.
I can relate to the yearning for that moment in the past when things were clearer, calmer, with only simple concerns. I loved the line where you see a girl and want to become a woman in one glance. Beautiful. Liz
Wonderful how you bring out the longing. Make us see and hear and feel the child and the woman, insofar as they can be separated.
Thank you, Sheri! <3 'Pea' <3
Reviewed by Rafika Anderson (Reader)
Reviewed on December 24, 2007
Heavily cloaked in nostalgia, this poem is a jewel of memory and feeling. I'm sure we all have felt this way at one time or another, which makes your theme universal. I like the way you draw in the reader, then regale us with your colorful and passionate recollections. Well done, Sheri.
Reviewed by T. Schwimmer (Reader)
Reviewed on December 23, 2007
A beautiful remembering filled with deep longings captured in verses. A feeling of being 'almost but not quite'. A sweet smile of anticipation and freedom. Very nice.
Best wishes,
Tanya
Reviewed by Lillian Hampson (Reader)
Reviewed on December 21, 2007
Good memories are best kept in the heart. They stay deep in the mind and stir the heart with fondness and bring forth a smile when you remember. Written with love and inspiration. Beautiful, Sheri.
I can feel a nostalgic longing for the days of youth and a craving to meet once again an old flame... a youth's secret love. Splendid!
Sincerely,
Regino
Reviewed by Marigold Johnson (Reader)
Reviewed on December 17, 2007
Ah, that wonderful first stirring of young love... who can forget it? Sweet memories are made to linger in the mind and heart of one who understands the true meaning of a special smile, even in her tender age. Poignant, Sheri.
The smile never changes. It always remained beautiful. Adjusting to life is only a breath away from fulfillment. Peace, Love and Blessings Always, Paul.
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beautiful Sheri...
John
Matt
Best wishes,
Elizabeth
Blessings from the mountains of Kentucky,
Joyce B.
Thank you, Sheri! <3 'Pea' <3
Best wishes,
Tanya
Much love,
Lillian F. Hampson
Lovely... ~ a reminiscence of dreams and desires' revival depicted through the beautiful lines of "Thirteen".
In admiration,
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
Yours,
AJGrover
Newfie Hugs, Rose
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
I think we all try to be forever young!!
Love Tinka
Regis
Sincerely,
Regino
In Christ,
MNJ
The smile never changes. It always remained beautiful. Adjusting to life is only a breath away from fulfillment. Peace, Love and Blessings Always, Paul.
Be safe,
Karen