Charmed Chaos
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The Parlor
Spectral traces from long ago
whispering in every room
the sounds of children laughing
amidst the tainted ruins
A scratchy phonograph playing
“I’ll be seeing you in all the familiar places”
The tinkling clink of raised glasses
Celebrations with joy and praise
But today the parlor, decayed and silent
save the lonely cry of woodworms gnawing
their way through the weathered floor
There once was a time it was lovely and grand
…Alas, nevermore.
©2018 Linda Lee Lyberg
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This moved me. You captured the feeling of the image and presence of this old place perfectly. Thank you so much.
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You are so welcome. I am happy I did the beautiful photo justice. Thank you for allowing us to use your works for this prompt.
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A room like this can live a long time on it’s memories… but in the end the woodworms win.
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Yes, so true. Thank you Bjorn.
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Yeah. Old buildings like this fascinate me, wondering what went before.
I love the song as well, especially James Darren’s version.
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They fascinate me as well. I’ll have to let stem to that version.
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ps–this is Fireblossom in Word Press clothing.
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Beautiful poem.
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Thank you. Appreciate you stopping by.
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Reblogged this on quirkywritingcorner and commented:
I love this poetry and always enjoy Jimmy Durante. I’ve just started following this blog. ~ Connie
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Thank you!
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Nice description of that old parlor as it likely was long ago.
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Thank you Frank!
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a beautiful pairing (and wonderful song as well) (K)
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Thank you!
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Quite lovely Linda!
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Thank you Penny. I love old spaces.
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Me too!
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😊 have you checked out Valerie Leroy’s blog? If not , you should. She photographs beautiful old spaces.
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Thank you, I’ll take a look!
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