Saturday, February 26, 2011
Saved
After boxes of her memories & life were packed
and leaving for destinations unknown
boxes of clippings of younger, days
with ironed hair & red lipstick
love letters from a love long lost
buttons, charms, & sweaters
I looked into my pocket and realized
I saved the bell
that she used to ring
that once made me cringe
but now made me feel
lost
Picture: internet courtesy
Carry On Tuesday phrase prompt: Saved the bell
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lost?
ReplyDeletepowerful yet haunting words...
hope to see you back.
cheers.
well done entry.
A different take on the prompt and an excellent response.
ReplyDeleteSweet and melancholy at once.
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