I began giving gifts, on the proper occasion, in the last few years or perhaps even, further than that, of things I have owned and have held fondly. They were meaningful to me, enjoying the memories of where and why I had them.
Their presence… through the years, eventually faded into the bookcase or on an empty shelf, or, on top of the piano; until once a year I dusted them.
Now, memories have assimilated into experience and knowledge. So please accept these pieces of my life that has been shared many times, as I pass on this gift of acceptance to share with you.
fresh pines tied in red
marks the door that welcomes gifts
in a special light
Merry Christmas to all my writer and creative friends.
Sherry Marr
January 8, 2017 at 10:50 am
I have been doing the same…….making sure each treasure finds its way into the right hands…….
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Sean Michael
January 6, 2017 at 1:31 pm
And these gifts are more precious than most. Good poem.
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Myrna Rosa
December 19, 2016 at 9:23 am
I like how you give what is meaningful to you. A true gift of self. Thank you. I love the painting. Happy Holidays!
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Jae Rose
December 19, 2016 at 7:11 am
A true gift – a peaceful Christmas to you ZQ – and thank you for your wonderful comment
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Rosemary Nissen-Wade
December 19, 2016 at 1:56 am
A beautiful gift! Thank you.
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carob hush
December 18, 2016 at 8:12 pm
I can’t think of a better gift than the gift of acceptance.
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1sojournal
December 18, 2016 at 7:14 pm
Thank you for the gifts and wishes. Same to you,
Elizabeth
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magicofwordsblog
December 18, 2016 at 5:41 pm
What a thoughtful and generous idea, love it! ❤
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Colleen@ LOOSELEAFNOTES
December 18, 2016 at 3:34 pm
Beautifully placed words to adorn a doorway page.
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Julian
December 18, 2016 at 3:19 pm
A gift of acceptance, what a wonderful thing to give, beautiful to receive.
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Rommy
December 18, 2016 at 12:04 pm
This is charming! Yes pieces of ourselves are always thoughtful gifts – which never need dusting!
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Mary
December 18, 2016 at 10:33 am
And Merry Christmas to you too, ZQ. Yes, indeed, the gift of acceptance is one of the best gifts of all!! So needed in today’s world.
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scotthastiepoet
December 18, 2016 at 10:27 am
In a special light for sure, my friend… Merrt Christmas to you too…
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mhmp77
December 17, 2016 at 6:51 pm
marks the door that welcomes gifts
in a special light
The value cannot be gauged in money terms but blessings for having been chosen!
Hank
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ZQ
December 17, 2016 at 2:28 pm
Those that received them seem to look forward for the next occasion with the gift wrapped in a paper bag with electricians tape, duck tape, or
a ribbon stuck on with Elmers glue. 🙂
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Bryan Ens
December 17, 2016 at 8:55 am
The passing on of those precious memories is perhaps one of the best gifts you could give.
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dsnake1
December 17, 2016 at 3:36 am
your poetry is always special.
thank you, my friend! 🙂
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Bodhirose
December 16, 2016 at 11:06 pm
I like your idea of passing on your treasures to others…very meaningful indeed.
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Sasha A. Palmer
December 16, 2016 at 9:19 pm
Your beautiful post made me think of these words: “Give, and it shall be given unto you: good measure, pressed down, and running over.” Luke 6:38 We’re so much richer when we give.
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Mish
December 16, 2016 at 5:15 pm
I think we gain more by giving, seeing the joy we have bestowed on others. If we part with something more dear to us, it is truly a gift.
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Kay
December 16, 2016 at 7:08 am
This is the very best gift one could give! Far greater than the thing itself – a living memory in which to add, and keep on adding, and passing. What a lovely thought!
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MarinaSofia
December 16, 2016 at 6:42 am
I hope your physical gifts are as appreciated as your poetic ones are…
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todadwithlovepoetryandprose
December 16, 2016 at 3:38 am
Your poetry, above all, is among the most precious gifts to your readers — so, thank you.
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Sanaa Rizvi
December 16, 2016 at 1:32 am
This is soo utterly beautifully penned!!❤️
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Magaly Guerrero
December 15, 2016 at 10:40 pm
A special light, indeed… in the shape of a well-loved treasure.
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ZQ
December 15, 2016 at 8:12 pm
Yes.
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Victoria C. Slotto
December 15, 2016 at 8:00 pm
Wonderful. My mother just died, leaving behind so much (a child of the depression). When I returned home, I began unloading and will continue to do so. Great freedom in that.
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thotpurge
December 15, 2016 at 7:37 pm
How lucky are people to receive valued pieces of another’s life… such a blessing.
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scotthastiepoet
December 15, 2016 at 4:55 pm
Beautiful thoughts here my friend, penned with succinct poetic brevity… I do admire your work and the soul behind it… Have a great Christmas…
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Björn Rudberg (brudberg)
December 15, 2016 at 3:46 pm
I love the sense of passing on something we have held dear… it’s like giving something of yourself… I do remember getting old books once, and there was something so special about that.
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