Monday, March 21, 2016

Just An Old Family Table? Comments

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The table is heavy, solid wood; six chairs, two with arms;
Built back in the day when things were meant to last.
It saw nine tough siblings grow up at, under, and on it,
From the fifties through the seventies;
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Mike Smith 03 April 2016

The longer something stays the deeper the impression. A fascinating and beautiful piece of writing. Things don't really matter to us except for the memories that we have with them. This table has a whole world of memories stored in it for you. You have parted with the table, but not the memories. That is the important lesson. And better yet that the table has found itself a worthy home. Your wife manages to spread her love and goodwill even now. Excellent write

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Bill Galvin 04 April 2016

Thanks, Mike... everything is more than first meets the eye.

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