Replay

stylus settles on

the turntable of my life

black shiny vinyl

giddy with memories

starts automatic

in the groove is dad

dancing laughing

twisting turning

teaching me

to jive

trad jazz

belts out loud

never mind the neighbours

we're having fun

brass band bonanza

he shows me how it's done

as he spins mum

like a top across

varnished

parquet flooring

her full cotton skirt

flounces

vibrant citrus roses

energised

her eyes alive

with emerald smiles

perspiration

builds on his upper lip

till the music

slips away

to allow me

to change the record

here comes a new day

Reviews

[.]

What a nice poem you shared here...the music, the dance and these things surrounding life!You portrayed a vibrant day filled with laughter and joy...very much enjoyed this.

I don't know how many days I will be here...perhaps the purpose of my returning has meted out....

[Chris Shaw]

I hope you stay Sima, but you must do what you have to do. Thank you for your continued and valued support of my efforts 🌹♥️

[Miss Sharon]

I agree with Fabian...this is fabulous! (vibrant citrus roses energized her eyes alive with emerald smiles) Now THAT'S beautiful poetry my dear. ~Sharon

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Sharon for your lovely review. A special memory for me.

Chris

[Fabian G. Franklin]

This is fabulous. But I think you may have thrown the younger generation a learning curveball. I wonder how many will have to look up the word "stylus". We may have to format the replay in MP3, well, CD at least. (laughing) I really enjoyed the read. My sweetest memories are of dancing with my children.

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks Fabian. You are so right, 'what' s a stylus, they will be saying". A very happy memory for me. All the best.

Chris

[Julie McCarthy (juliesp..]

Wow Chris this is the best memory I’ve seen in a poem how precious

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Julie. Hope all is good with you in your world. All good wishes.

Chris

[Vertigo Cat1111]

This was so beautiful and felt full of love and nostalgic memories. It’s so graceful, and I might say one of your best written ones. The poem almost has a beat to it, that lures you in and leaves you smiling. I loved the part about dancing and the way you ended it with plans for more the next day. A beautiful daily routine we could all do more. Grabbing your partner/s and just having a jive! Thank you so much for sharing.

[Chris Shaw]

What a lovely review you have left me Vertigo Cat. This is a very precious memory of being at home with my mum and dad. All good wishes.

Chris

[cheyenne s garcia]

beautiful read. full of color and love. great!

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Cheyenne for your visit. Sending all good wishes across the pond.

Chris

[Dave]

How wonderful the memories! Could it only be that each of ours are as grand?
Thank you Chris for resetting the stylus.
Take care - Dave

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Dave. This is a precious memory from my childhood. Safe in the arms of mum and dad. All good wishes to you abd yours.

Chris

[Kim S.]

This is really good, I enjoyed this write,
I could see my mom twirl herself across the floor with a baby in her arms singing along.
nicely written with wonderful imagery

[Chris Shaw]

Pleased you could relate to this write Beckie. Thanks for stopping by.

Chris

[William Michael Reeves]

I had this visual of mom and dad dancing on the record following the grooves spinning out of the way as the needle comes around again and again. Day after day their daughter's needs dictating the song of the day. Record of the year!

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks Bill for your thoughts on a special memory for me. Much appreciated. All the best.
read moreThanks Bill for your thoughts on a special memory for me. Much appreciated. All the best.

Chris

[Lisasview]

Hi Chris,
So loved this.. I own many vintage Vinyls from my younger days..
No replay in our lives.. Wish sometimes I could redo some things..or meet my husband sooner.
Little things like that..
Plus, reading your poem makes me want to hear how my new Sonos record player sounds..
Bought it and had it set up many months ago but still have never played any of my records on it..
Just been so busy starting our new lives here in Spain..
Lisa

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks Lisa. Now you must make time for listening to your new Sonis record player. Make a point of taking some time away from your busy schedule.

Chris

[Lisasview]

You are so right Chris..
I will do that today!!
Thank you for the gentle push..

[jacob erin-cilberto]

maybe this kind of scenario could be coming back, Vinyl is.
spinning like a record on the turntable.
only life allows us just one play....
no replays...
so we better dance while we can.
j.

[Chris Shaw]

Vinyl is certainly making a come back over here J and I'm all for dancing. Love the sound of the record dropping, reminds me of the juke boxes of yore :)

Chris