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The Candy Drawer
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The Candy Drawer |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California 
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THE CANDY DRAWER Well, we were just kids trying to get away With something we knew we shouldn't do. Going over to Grandma's, sneaking off to play- In the back room where we weren't supposed to. Making sure no one saw, behind us closing the door, With my sister Sherry and my brother Andy. Over to the dresser, sliding open the drawer, Our eyes lit up as we saw all that candy. Oh, we all got our share, there was plenty to spare. Still, one by one, we'd all sneak back for more. But we never thought about the candy ever running out- From Grandma's "personal" candy drawer. Somehow Time sped up and the visits slowed down. Somewhere, the sweetness slipped from our thought Soon we were all married, living lives of our own, And the drawer was all but forgot. The day snuck up on us all, you were no longer here. Only the memories of what we shared before. Why did it take your passing to see it so clear? It wasn't for you, but for us, you filled that drawer. Cause we all got our share with plenty to spare. And when we came back, there always was more. But we never thought about the candy ever running out- From your "personal" candy drawer. Oh, I cant help believe you were watching us then- As I'm sure you are now are from heaven above. Now, the drawer is empty, but I'll always remember when You filled it one piece at a time with your love. Cause we were just kids getting away With something we were supposed to. Sneaking off to the backroom to play, Grandma, you always knew. Is it too late, Grandma, to say thank you? ------------------ Michael Anderson It's the little things you take for granted, That'll mean the most to you when they're gone. |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
This is an older piece and a little rough on the edges, but it's never been posted on these forums. Hope you'll still find it enjoyable. I just get sentimental this time of year. Michael [This message has been edited by Michael (edited 12-02-1999).] |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
So touching it brought tears to my eyes. This is beautiful, Michael. ------------------ Denise |
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PhaerieChild Senior Member
since 1999-08-30
Posts 1787Aloha, Oregon |
Michael, you can get just as sentimental as you want. Really liked this alot. My granny had a candy drawer too and my mom has carried on the tradition and as soon as my grandkids are a little older I will take up the torch. What a great memory you invoked here. Thanx ------------------ If you love me like music, I'll be your song. ~Heart~ Dreamboat Annie Shawna R. Holder Boise, Idaho |
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Lost Dreamer Member Elite
since 1999-06-20
Posts 2464Somewhere near the Rainbow |
Michael, I found no rough edges only a smooth compassinate heart portraying happy memories that will always be cherished in your heart and the heart of your grandmother as she watches over you for all your years. This to me was one of your best! |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Michael, A tender piece well written and a good insight into your heart. |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Michael, My parents always have had a candy drawer and when ever my children were younger, that was the first place they always went. It has carried on to the younger grand children and even the great grand children now. Thanks for the smile and the warm reminder.  Ruth |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
This is a special poem Michael, about a special love that so many of us feel in some form or another--and expressed so well, straight from the heart. |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
What a special memory, tucked away within your mind. Grandma's must be the sweetest candy keepers in the world .. I had the very same kind. Michael, thank you for making my heart take a trip back to a time I never wanted to forget. I never eat a Candy Kiss without thinking of my Grandma. Then I hear Grandpa singing ~Candy kisses, wrapped in paper, mean more to you ... than mine do dear.~ And Grandma would just give him that 'LOOK' and smile. ------------------ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Michael and I first met on the main site of Passions when he posted this poem... We're both fortunate to have been blessed with "Grammie Anderson's" - We've been friends ever since..... I love this poem, Michael..... |
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RainbowGirl Member Elite
since 1999-07-31
Posts 3023United Kingdom |
What a great memory Michael...I had grand parents but never a candy drawer so thanks for lending me yours.. HUSG ------------------ Yesterday is but today's memory and tomorrow is today's dream... |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
A very warming poem from a sentimental poet. It warmed my heart Liz |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
It has sincerity, Michael, always the best ingredient. |
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poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
Ah wow, this was a really nice poem Michael....I'm glad you're "digging up" happy thoughts here around the holidays....Very glad you dusted this one off to share with those of us who didn't know this side of you. It is a precious piece - I too, have very fond memories of my great-grandma's house, I used to stay there quite a bit when I was very young. We had 10 wonderful years together before she passed away. All memories of her, I hold dear to my heart. Thank you for reminding me of her tonight.....and all the little things. ------------------ ~~ Lift your head high - spread your "words" and fly - - poetFemmeFatale |
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Christopher
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
It's never too late my friend, to thank the ones we love. |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
And why not get sentimental?! This is great - not everything we write has to be 'perfect'. (Not that I actually see anything wrong with this by any means) My Nan and Pop had lots of little jars of candy all over their place that I used to sneak into - I wonder if they noticed the decrease! |
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FreeByrd Member
since 1999-11-03
Posts 267 |
Michael, Your an amazing poet. I always stop in to see what's cookin with you. It's nice to see your lighter side too. -RS ------------------ There must be some kinda way out of here... say the joker to the thief There's to much confusion, I can't get no relief - Hendrix |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
I have to agree with everyone on this. It was very touching! Never to late to say thank you. A wonderful memory and I'm glad you shared it with us. My grandpa used to have a money jar. He used to get such a kick out of watching us. He'd tell us to reach in there and grab as much change as we could. Whatever we got out we could keep. So of course you'd grab a handful, but the neck was sort of slim, so you ended up with only a few coins. I had forgot all about that until now. Thank you for that memory! ------------------ <*\\\>< Jesus is the reason for the season |
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Michael
Moderator
Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Thank you all so much...I am glad I could help so many of you stir up some precious memories. Chris, you're absolutely right...and i do thank her all the time. Michael |
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