Lovely Poetry #17 - "Roots" (An Original Poem)

in #poetry6 years ago (edited)

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Roots

Imprinted in my memory
is the thumbprint
of my mother
as her frail hands
cradled me to sleep

Marked in my skin
is the smile
of my father
the overflowing bliss
after hearing
my first words

My roots
My strength

Every piece of me
is a piece of them

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See my other works for the Lovely Poetry Series below!

Jeepney Stories
Hue and I
Pastime
Late Night Conversations
By the Window
Island Girl
A Quest for Hope
Omnipotent
Flight
The Lost Man
Sun
This City
Ode to that Summer of My Unrequited Love
Solfège
Blue Ocean
Let it Flow

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Sure, thank you. :)

I love this poem about your parents very beautifully and eloquently written. Thanks for sharing a piece of your world with us @reewritesthings

Thank you so much @rensoul17! You know when times get hard, it is always good to know parents have our back.

Thank you for your sharing, I love it @reewritesthings (♥)

Thank you so much @kissyou :)

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agree with every beautiful word you've put, but do be sure to give yourself some credit, too, Ree <3

Thanks Alain. You always bring a smile on my face. <3

Beautiful thoughts, my dear poetess.
Love this portion

Imprinted in my memory
is the thumbprint
of my mother

Thank you so much for reading @wandrnrose7. Glad you liked my poem. :)

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