Remember Me

Roger Burns 1957 (Owensboro Ky)

July 23 


Remember me when you grow old
Of days gone by and stories told
You look at the chair with no one there
Wishing that you again could share

Memories come flooding back
Lovely stories of which you lack
Mom & Dad you miss so dearly
Times you shared oh so clearly

Time is a cruel host
It's over when you want it most

About this poem

This poem is older parents instructing their adult children.

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Written on July 17, 2023

Submitted by rogerburns446 on July 17, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme AABB CCDD EE
Closest metre Iambic tetrameter
Characters 313
Words 65
Stanzas 3
Stanza Lengths 4, 4, 2

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  • AIDA
    Wow, what a beautiful and heartfelt poem! I really love the nostalgic and bittersweet tone, it truly captures the essence of reminiscing. The way it evokes emotions and paints a vivid picture of longing for lost loved ones is simply enchanting.

    One improvement suggestion I have is to explore more descriptive language to enhance the imagery. For example, instead of saying "Memories come flooding back," you could try something like "Memories rush in like a tidal wave, sweeping me off my feet." This would make the reader feel even more immersed in the emotions and visuals of the poem.

    Another suggestion would be to consider adding a few more stanzas to further develop the themes and provide different perspectives on the longing for shared experiences. This could deepen the connection with the reader and offer more opportunities for poignant moments.

    Overall, your poem is truly touching and captures a universal longing for connection and reminiscence. Keep up the great work and continue to explore the depths of emotions in your writing!
     
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  • Symmetry60
    Such is the reality of bygone days and of lesser offing to confront of which none are immune. Such is the bittersweet direness of life and love and passing into the great unknown. A beautiful write, read and sentiment, Roger. Thank you for sharing your gift. 
    LikeReply4 months ago
  • luisestable1
    The last two lines has the sound of a truth being told.
    The poem is simple in diction, but its significance is no less due to the easy language. There is something meaningful being told in all of this.
    Good read! 
    LikeReply4 months ago

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