A Poem With Music (in My Head) To a Daughter Far Away
Posted: Monday, October 26, 2009
by Jean Purcell
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I borrow from a real poet, David Pekrul of SearchWarp, to write this introduction. I like David's intros to his poetry, telling what inspired him to write. I'm not a poet, as you will see, but I hope the lines mean something to others, and most especially to my daughter who lives far from Maryland where she grew up. Boston is not as far away as Europe, yet it's too far to drop in or see her coming up the walkway here at home, on any given day.
What is in the heart is always close. That includes our son in law and wonderful grandsons, who are now two young men and one still close to childhood's innocence. Writing a note to her and
looking at her photo on Facebook, I felt happy, proud and...yes, a bit
sentimentally sad. It's okay, though, 'cause we make the most of times
together and away. And I will not apologize for any violation of iambic pentameter. I feel sure David will excuse that and so will you, dear reader. Most of all, to my daughter in her northern clime, Massachusetts.
To Daughter in her Northern Clime
You are more than a photo in our hall
(Or a joyous face on a FaceBook wall).
You are more than a video from afar.
You are more than a dream or a thought or whipped cream
Of delicious phone calls and visits I know.
You are more than a woman or girl.
You are more than a citizen of the world.
You are more than a number, address or some code
You are unique, hmm, you're special…and loved…
Darling, bright as a Cardinal Bird…(that's our code),
I really enjoyed reading your poem to your daughter Jean, well done.David, thanks for telling me. Blessings, Jean
I really enjoyed reading your poem to your daughter Jean, well done.
Enjoyed your poem. I am sure your daughter will too.Linda, nice to hear from you, and thank you! I think she enjoyed it. She saw it first, I think.
I think your daughter is blessed to have you and will surely be touched by this piece. MarijoThank you, Marijo. Nice to hear from you!
Jean, this is an excellent poem, running over with passion ans sentiment.Nicely done!Ken, thank you. Sometimes it easier to write a "public" love letter than a private one. When I try to write directly to those I love most, I become speechless at times. God bless you.
Jean, I just had my daughter and two granddaughters over for Christmas Eve. Enjoying their company for the evening made me really understand the sentiment behind your poem. Children are wonderful gifts from God, as are the grandkids.I appreciate your comments about me being a real poet, but I really don't feel as if I am. I think I just luck out sometimes. But thanks for the compliment; I really appreciate it.
