Walking through the forests of Germany on a march with my dad, which we did often, I took a plum from a tree, just as described, and I remember that sweetness so well, 30+ years later. The sweetest part of the memory is being on my dad's shoulders and just being with him.
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I wish you had elaborated on those nostalgic moments with your father, the poem was too short for us to have a good picture of uyour wonderful memories
Posted 7 Months Ago
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7 Months Ago
You know, it was so long ago that I don't remember the details myself (I was around the age of 4). .. read moreYou know, it was so long ago that I don't remember the details myself (I was around the age of 4). The only thing that I remember was riding on his shoulders and eating that plum, still the sweetest, most delicious fruit I can remember, and one of the best memories. I think that memories can be like that; we might not remember the details, but we remember the feelings that came with the experience.
Hi. As others have said, this is lovely, and you are lucky - as you acknowledge. The 'riding high' line is perfect to describe the young you safe and secure in a special place with a special person.
Regards
Nigel
Posted 10 Months Ago
10 Months Ago
Thank-you Nigel, yes, my dad is still around, so I still get to enjoy his company, 30+ years later! .. read moreThank-you Nigel, yes, my dad is still around, so I still get to enjoy his company, 30+ years later! Thank-you so much for your kindness
dear Connolly... a very sweet poem about learning about life on your Dad's shoulders... Yes... we do pick a "plum"
now and then from a tree. truly, Pat
Posted 11 Months Ago
10 Months Ago
Hi Pat, I'm so sorry to have waited so long to respond, I missed this review! Thank-you so much for .. read moreHi Pat, I'm so sorry to have waited so long to respond, I missed this review! Thank-you so much for reading, and I'm glad you enjoyed it!
This reminded me of my childhood too, which had somehow blurred. Thank you for bringing back the happy memories through this write, Dani! I loved reading this 😊
Posted 1 Year Ago
1 Year Ago
thank-you! I'm so glad to start my day off making you smile :)
Oh yes....sitting on Daddy's shoulders was the best feeling. I remember so well. He was my hero and I was on top of the world. What a sweet memory you have written about here. Lovely. Lydi**
I absolutely LOVE the way some distant memory can pop from our deep psyche with so much vivid detail. You've conveyed a little splash of memory here that doesn't tell a story exactly, but there are so many things that can be read into this, to understand the relationship between the two of you. I love the way you use "plum" and "sweetness" to represent the feelings as well as the taste. Excellent job!
Posted 1 Year Ago
1 Year Ago
Isn't it so cool how that happens? I love this memory, and I'm glad that I could share it with you g.. read moreIsn't it so cool how that happens? I love this memory, and I'm glad that I could share it with you guys :)
Moments spent with our loved ones are always etched in the canvas of our memory.
What a wonderful title to honor the ride.
A girls first love and hero will always be her father.
Posted 1 Year Ago
1 Year Ago
Very true! This is one of my earliest memories, riding on dad's shoulders after a long scenic march .. read moreVery true! This is one of my earliest memories, riding on dad's shoulders after a long scenic march through a German forest
There are many kinds of sweetness but remembering your Father in this way is the best of them. you are very lucky.
Posted 1 Year Ago
1 Year Ago
Thank-you Ken, I'm so glad I have such a great memory with him. When he is gone I can hold on to tha.. read moreThank-you Ken, I'm so glad I have such a great memory with him. When he is gone I can hold on to that and so many others. I am lucky
I hope one day my daughter will have memories such as this.
Tugs at the heart strings Miss D.
Posted 1 Year Ago
1 Year Ago
I'm sure she will :) Spending time with children is more important to them than "stuff". I don't re.. read moreI'm sure she will :) Spending time with children is more important to them than "stuff". I don't remember the toys I was given, but I do remember spending time with dad
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