Every child of nine knows
the universe is a jagged shape
edged by home and park
and school and market -
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Robert, you step into your childhood shoes you take us back to a slower time when 'stuff' was savored and longed for. You write beautifully and wittily, demanding the reader's attention and producing a tear. A delightful piece. love, Allie PS I love your 'spearing the peas' and 'we kept the same grandparents too'.
Awell written bit of nostalgia and a real pleasure to read. Ron
A very interesting depiction of a time spent, shared and joyously remembered. And adventured with expectation. Nice.
wow wow.........what can i say! ! this is one of the best poems i have read.......hats off! !