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Silver Frames

Stalling the hand of age in silver frames Yesteryears crawling around the edges As time, falling like November leaves Across younger eyes, enthralling still Photographs tell a lifetime's recalling. 11/02/21 Something Beautiful in 5 Lines contest Sponsor: charles messina

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Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 11/14/2021 4:54:00 AM

No-one could describe this as good as you have Michelle, yes a photograph does stall our age and yes, yesteryears do creep around the edges but they do recall ones life and the lives of loved ones. Superb write my friend and I see that congratulations are due. hugs and blessings, Jennifer.

Bill Baker

Date: 11/13/2021 8:31:00 AM

Lovely poetry Michelle. I like the alternative form of rhyming you used, it made the words flow smoothly throughout. Bill

Sara Kendrick

Date: 11/13/2021 3:50:00 AM

I like this descriptive work about maybe a grandfather. It is very emotive in a subtle way. I enjoyed reading it. Reads like a good contender to me for the contest. Your presence at my page is uplifting. Sara

Krish Radhakrishna

Date: 11/11/2021 7:46:00 PM

beautiful, beautiful, beautiful! wonderful words and the thoughts expressed are so special!! Congrats!! This should go on a card!

Charles Messina

Date: 11/11/2021 2:53:00 PM

Wonderful write, Michelle. So nice to look back at old photos and fond memories. Beautifully done. Congratulations on your placement...Hugs Charlie

John Watt

Date: 11/8/2021 10:48:00 PM

I had lunch recently with my 90 year old mother-in-law and she showed me some photos of herself in her teens and twenties, and I experienced what you write about so brilliantly. My favorite line is xtime, falling like November leaves across younger eyes. Beautiful, nostalgic, and breathtaking, and my newest fave from your poetic heart.

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 11/7/2021 4:08:00 PM

Hello Michelle ... some photographs are so precious, that they worth much more silver or gold that holds them - well written indeed Michelle - Lindsay

Sally Eslinger

Date: 11/6/2021 3:13:00 AM

Brilliant exp fessing! This is a poem that I wish I had written. Michelle, I was amazed that I’d never perceived photos this way…seems so obvious, such Truth you’ve captured…as I’ve never read elsewhere. A huge Wow! A grand Thank You! xoxo sally

Susan Lawrence

Date: 11/4/2021 12:20:00 PM

Michelle, You had me hooked from the first line . A visceral tangible vision of time. Powerful words with such beautiful meaning . Blessings to you, Susan :)

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 11/4/2021 9:09:00 PM

Thank you kindly, Susan, I appreciate it~

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 11/4/2021 5:50:00 AM

Beautiful theme, Michelle. True - Photographs bring precious memories. Warm wishes ~ Mala

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 11/4/2021 9:09:00 PM

They do indeed, thank you for your comment~

Judy Ball

Date: 11/3/2021 12:17:00 PM

I do love looking at old pictures in the family album. Good Stuff. God Bless, JB

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 11/3/2021 5:38:00 PM

My mother made albums for all of her kids (and there are 4 of us!) I enjoy them so much, thanks for your comment~

Rico Leffanta

Date: 11/3/2021 11:47:00 AM

Reminds me of Patsy Cline singing, " I have your photograph, she has you...."

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 11/3/2021 5:33:00 PM

'The only thing different/the only thing new' - I love that song!

Vijay Pandit

Date: 11/3/2021 7:36:00 AM

Those photographs speak volumes to cherished memories. A meaningful theme, Michelle.

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 11/3/2021 5:37:00 PM

Yes, my mother has so many old photographs of her life, that is what gave me the idea, thank you for commenting~

P.S. Awtry

Date: 11/2/2021 9:48:00 PM

Clever double meaning in the title. Especially like the second line. Fine wordsmith-ing :D

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 11/3/2021 5:36:00 PM

Appreciate your visit and comment, P.S. thank you~

Laura Leiser

Date: 11/2/2021 8:16:00 PM

I love this creatively written, insightful poem, Michelle. Time captured in a frame! Enjoyed this one! :)

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 11/3/2021 5:36:00 PM

Thank you kindly, Laura~

Susan Ashley

Date: 11/2/2021 8:01:00 PM

Dear Michelle, your golden pen captures the passing of time and the memories of a bygone age with exquisite imagery and poetic finesse. "Silver Frames" is a brilliant title for such a wistful nostalgic piece. Beautiful yet bittersweet, like November leaves. Your artistry gently takes my breath away, my inspiring friend. Best wishes for a win and warmest wishes for you.. ~Susan

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 11/3/2021 5:35:00 PM

You are always so generous and encouraging, Susan, and I love it! Thank you so much for your warm words~

Gershon Wolf

Date: 11/2/2021 8:00:00 PM

You have penned something truly beyond 'merely beautiful' in these five lines, my friend. To me, this is priceless nostalgia framed in silver -- a timeless treasure trove. Bravo, poet! ~ Cherishing Fondest Memories, gw

Gershon Wolf
Date: 11/7/2021 7:25:00 AM

Michelle, I can't let you steal that line, for you are no thief! I am giving it away. OK? lol. Once again, this is such a wonderful write. Happy Sunday, Gershon

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 11/3/2021 5:34:00 PM

'nostalgia framed in silver' - I may steal that! Thanks for you comment, my friend :)