Memories In Winter Coats



I walked the garden
with its rows of
undressed rose bushes,
their  thorny limbs
pulling at my clothing.
I sought to find spring
in winter moonlight.
All I found were memories
wearing winter coats.


© Copyright Susie Clevenger 2011



Comments

Ginny Brannan said…
"All I found were memories
wearing winter overcoats"
I love the words, and the metaphoric imagery of clothing used in this piece. Perfect photo chosen too. Beautiful, Susie.
Beautiful poem, Susie. Great line--the one Ginny points out. Great little poem! Love the picture, too! Nice post!

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nitewrit said…
That is positively beautiful. I loved it; I wished I'd wrote it.

By the way, can you really remember all those things you commented about? You reminded me that, yes, I wore one of those P.O.W. bracelets too.

Larry
Ann LeFlore said…
You are so wonderful with your words finding memories wearing winter coats I think this is how we feel with some memories they feel so cold
http://gatelesspassage.com/2011/09/21/remember-the-years/
Anonymous said…
light, sweet, yummy! a good one suzie and tq for coming by!
Anonymous said…
exactly!
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Anonymous said…
Very well done..
Anonymous said…
those last two lines are great! =)
Anonymous said…
Your wardrobe references paint an effective picture. Good job.
Melissa said…
I love the naked roses pulling at your coat. A wonderful image and original use of personification!
Anonymous said…
New memories will be created after the snow melts. Store the old ones away in your heart for they make us what we are but take consolance in the fact that with new memories, we will continue to flower and grow :)
Anonymous said…
Your images are so rich. I could feel every word, Susie! I love your poetry. ♥
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Liz Rice-Sosne said…
You have a lovely blog, a beautiful smile and this poem was sheer beauty loveliness. How wonderful to be so steeped in poetry!
Elaine Danforth said…
Very beautiful poem, Susie. I was anticipating something good, as the title alone is terrific. You've hinted that there is a potential for re-growth and renewal in the depth of winter, but that the winter stillness is so cold and complete, you couldn't find it!