I Remember

Bella Shepard

I remember, as a little girl

The sun did shine on me

As I played my childish games

Lost in happy reverie

 

And as each day passed by

I never gave a thought

To the grown up world around me

Unaware of hardships fought

 

My world was small and perfect

And my parents there for me

To dry each tear, give comfort

Put the band aid on my knee

 

My daddy read me stories

And at bedtime sang to me

With his gentle voice and cadence

As I sat perched upon his knee

 

My mamma took me on the bus

Which, always was a treat

I’d put the coins in one by one

Then find a special seat

 

In spring I would pick violets

That grew beside our house

A bouquet for my momma

To pin upon her blouse

 

Then I grew up, alas grew old

My world forever changed

It’s now a strange and hostile place

From which I feel estranged

 

Idyllic days of childhood

Have long since passed away

But the memories of that long ago

Will, forever with me stay

 

So when days are dark and news is bad

I find my special place

Of childhood dreams and fairy dust

Within my fond embrace

  • Author: Bella Shepard (Pseudonym) (Offline Offline)
  • Published: July 12th, 2023 10:56
  • Comment from author about the poem: I was fortunate to grow up in a very special house with wonderful parents. I was an only child, but never lonely. On nights when sleep does not come easily, I wander back through that house and its occupants, and blissfully fall asleep.
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  • Users favorite of this poem: Teddy.15, L. B. Mek, Garth Rakumakoe
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  • Teddy.15

    Dear Bella I actually admire your incredible childhood. Such a warm and joyful read. 💖

    • Bella Shepard

      Thank you dear Teddy, it's the youngest years that always seem to hold the most joy perhaps because they are seen in a glow. Take care my friend!

    • Pop64

      the read is effortless and so very smooth with it's rhyme and timing. The imagery is quite clear and wonderfully descriptive. A very good and enjoyable write, a reminder of youth and how our elders protected and shielded us.

      • Bella Shepard

        Thank you dear poet for reading and for your kind words, it is greatly appreciated.

      • Neville


        this is an amazing poem Bella, clearly autobiographical & the love contained within it & which indeed inspired it, lends a very welcome warm glow at the end of a bloomin long day .. Perfectly crafted in every respect ..

        Respect my friend & truly .. Neville

        • Bella Shepard

          Thank you dearest Neville, your kindness overwhelmes me. Hope you're able to sit down with a cold one and let the world go by.

        • orchidee

          I shall remember this is a fine write Bella!

        • Parisab

          Very heartfelt, so it was relatable-

          • Bella Shepard

            Much appreciate your reading and kind comment. There is something magical about childhood, I'm sure it's the innocence.

          • peto

            Terrific writing
            Flow and rhyme are magnificent
            It's the content however that really stands out
            You took me back to a bus ride with my mum and wee sister
            To keep us amused she had us see how many xmas trees we could see in windows on journey
            Also loved the last 6th verse especially

            • Bella Shepard

              Thank you so much my friend, for reading and relating. Your comments are so kind. When you speak about xmas trees I think about the bus trips I took downtown with my mom, to see all the Christmas decorations in the department stores, then we would have lunch in a very special place. Those Christmas's are long gone, but they still come back to me every year. It is such a pleasure to share with you!

            • Doggerel Dave

              The kind of work I can appreciate, Bella. Aroused all my poetic sensibilities (such as they are). Complete enjoyment.

              Kudos to your parents as they managed to maintain the illusion.

              • Bella Shepard

                Than you dearest Dave for reading this old lady's lines, you are the kindest. I have to say that my mom was the master illusionist. Hope all is well with you, take care my friend.

              • orchidee

                Cooeee Bella. See, I did not forget this poem - I remembered it! lol.

                • Bella Shepard

                  Good for you Orchi, there's hope yet!

                • sorenbarrett

                  For those of us fortunate enough to have had such a supportive, loving childhood this rhyme rings true and gives feelings of comfort and nostalgia. A lovely write friend. I so enjoy reading your poems keep writing.

                  • Bella Shepard

                    Thank you my dear friend, your words always touch my heart. I so often think of my early childhood years as priveledged, not in the context of wealth or status, because my family was very middle class, but in the parents I was blessed with and the wonderful role models they were. I have been very fortunate. God bless dear poet!

                  • Nethra

                    wonderful poetry and admirable choice of words✨

                    • Bella Shepard

                      Thank you so much for reading and for your kind words, it is greatly appreciated.

                    • L. B. Mek

                      that accursed 'news', forced down my repulsed throat
                      that two young girls died, outside their school
                      on the last day of the school year
                      recently
                      and i couldn't help sighing
                      we, so often
                      take for granted, how lucky we are
                      to take a breath, free of pain
                      to look back at a childhood we navigated
                      without too much trauma
                      and while reading your poetry today, cherished friend
                      as a I smiled, i felt
                      a little of the weary in my eyes
                      easing, even if just for a while
                      thank you!

                      • Bella Shepard

                        Thank you so much my cherished friend for these lovely words, so glad to offer a little comfort to the weary in your eyes for just a little while. These old eyes of mine so often drift back to that yesteryear where life seemed so much simpler, and time did not move at breakneck speed as it seems to today. Let us feel fortunate in having known a time when we were not assaulted by horrific acts committed on what seems like a daily basis these days, all over this world. God bless dear friend! Thank you for the fav.

                      • Garth Rakumakoe

                        I love every fabric of this write. so much warmth! - Kudos, dear writer, very well penned!

                        • Bella Shepard

                          Thank you dear poet for reading and for your oh so kind words. Your fav is truly appreciated.

                        • Goldfinch60

                          Having a good childhood makes the world a better place for us all Bella.

                          Andy

                          • Bella Shepard

                            Thank you so much dear friend, you are so right. It's in these elder years, when I have the luxury of time to reminisce, that those memories come back even stronger. Always appreciate your comments!



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