The swing was uncanny familiar
a memory from the past
a time when things were simple
made to last
The sun was out
a warm summer day
friends were everywhere
wanting to play
Who could swing the highest
and then jump
winner was the most distance
without landing on their rump
Blushing and
afraid to try
a friend pushed me
as I tried not to cry
Swinging higher
suddenly all fear was gone
the clouds were so close
friends egging me on
Time to jump
gathering all the courage I had
landing on my feet
distance not bad
Laughter and hugs
all around
it felt so good
to be on the ground
Memory fading
a smile on my face
climbing on the old swing
enjoying the pace
copyright 2021 Debbie Pierce
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What a great memory this post brought back for me. I was too scared to swing high. I wish now that I had learned to be more adventuresome.
There many types of adventures in this life and all take courage. We are never too old to try something new. I admire your adventure in ministry. Thanks for reading. Have a wonderful day!
Your poem brings back lots of good memories. We’d spend hours on our swings in the back yard, or in the park seeing how high we could go. 🙂
Thank you. I can also remember swinging so high that the poles went up and down. Such fun. We were blessed to have that in our childhoods. Thanks for reading. Have a wonderful day!
You’re welcome! Fun times back then! Wishing you a lovely Sunday! ❤
Wonderful words to fir the image Debbie Thanks for joining in 🙂 🙂
Thank you. I enjoyed it. Have a wonderful day!
Wow – this poem and photo took me right back to those feelings from childhood. Nice job Debbie!
Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
You’re welcome! I hope you have a wonderful day too!
Beautiful words, Debbie! ❤ ❤ wonderful memories!
Thank you.