we had it made didn't we Tate! our generation (i fear) was the last to find the innocence shared in our growing up ... when stealing apples from a neighbors tree was a worse of crimes ... sneaking a smoke behind the barn or a beer out in the thicket ... golden times when guys settled things after school with fists and that was that..when it ended (usually less than 5 min.) it was over and we all walked away friends ... how i also wish those kinds of memories for my grandchildren now ..thank the good Lord my children made it to adulthood and are contributing to life ... but they have their own memories i am not privy to ;) wonderful poem as always...full of wisdom, rhyme and rhythm!
E.
Posted 5 Years Ago
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5 Years Ago
Thank you Gene. Yes how true every word every word. Life had both value and meaning. We are a produc.. read moreThank you Gene. Yes how true every word every word. Life had both value and meaning. We are a product of where we came from. I wad proud to be American then not so much now
5 Years Ago
sadly ...i know :( our days now are tumultuous to say the least ..but i think we will work it out .... read moresadly ...i know :( our days now are tumultuous to say the least ..but i think we will work it out ... its just difficult to accept the changing scenes ... and kind of scary too ... love ya bro! ;)
Always a pleasure to read you Tate. You had me on a nostalgia trip remembering both my own childhood, that of my daughter, her three children and now a great grandchild. Times may have changed, certainly, what hasn't changed is the love. Yes the love that links the generations, a strong bond my family has. I cherish that. Your lines so well penned, great poetic expression and had me thinking on many levels. All good wishes.
A marvellous piece indeed. The beauty of looking at our own children growing infront of us is the greatest blessings of the Almighty. Great regards for your writing piece always.
Posted 3 Years Ago
3 Years Ago
Msharma Thank you for that kindness. I have to agree with you watching them grow up is the greatest .. read moreMsharma Thank you for that kindness. I have to agree with you watching them grow up is the greatest gift
Ah, reminiscences abound in your words Tate, as they bring my own memories and recollections of youth, parents, hopes and ambitions.
It is quite a place to find yourself in, having your own childhood memories and slowly moving thriugh the generations and seeing the completed picture of child and father, to father and child. Seeing and feeling what your own father saw and the joy and calm it surely brought to him.
And as father becomes grandfather, a whole new intricate path of connections expand and grow, to fit the ever expanding map of our life.
Now, im off to ponder more sunny childhood days, thanks for the reminder 😀
Posted 4 Years Ago
4 Years Ago
Thank You Lorry. Yes as a son I loved baseball. As a father I loved watching my own son play. Now as.. read moreThank You Lorry. Yes as a son I loved baseball. As a father I loved watching my own son play. Now as a grandfather the game has lost no appeal. It is the ultimate game. Only talent matters in that game. And Luck.
we had it made didn't we Tate! our generation (i fear) was the last to find the innocence shared in our growing up ... when stealing apples from a neighbors tree was a worse of crimes ... sneaking a smoke behind the barn or a beer out in the thicket ... golden times when guys settled things after school with fists and that was that..when it ended (usually less than 5 min.) it was over and we all walked away friends ... how i also wish those kinds of memories for my grandchildren now ..thank the good Lord my children made it to adulthood and are contributing to life ... but they have their own memories i am not privy to ;) wonderful poem as always...full of wisdom, rhyme and rhythm!
E.
Posted 5 Years Ago
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5 Years Ago
Thank you Gene. Yes how true every word every word. Life had both value and meaning. We are a produc.. read moreThank you Gene. Yes how true every word every word. Life had both value and meaning. We are a product of where we came from. I wad proud to be American then not so much now
5 Years Ago
sadly ...i know :( our days now are tumultuous to say the least ..but i think we will work it out .... read moresadly ...i know :( our days now are tumultuous to say the least ..but i think we will work it out ... its just difficult to accept the changing scenes ... and kind of scary too ... love ya bro! ;)
I can't say that I can relate to the Midwest passions and pleasures, to which you refer, as I have only known a lifetime of happiness on the East and West Coasts of this glorious country. However, I revel in the happiness that my five children, and theirs, enjoy, and their lust for life. I so appreciate your writings, as you always leave us with a feeling of well-being and faithful suggestion.......Barbz
Posted 9 Years Ago
9 Years Ago
Thank you Barbz Itry to bring hope to this world and make happiness bloom
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