Thursday, June 17, 2010

V is for Violets


Down behind the old stone wall
The fragrant violets grow
I pick them in a perfect bunch
Because I love them so.
My Grandmothers gnarled and busy hands
Take the bouquet with gentle care
She puts them in the chipped pink glass
To perfume her bedroom air.

Down behind the old stone wall
My tears fell on the flowers
I wept for loss and sought hearts ease
For many sorrowful hours.
My Grandmothers quiet, gnarled hands
Were crossed with perfect care
I kissed her still and silent face
And left a violet in her silver hair.

By: Jenny Matlock
This little poem is dedicated to my Grandmother, Frances and my sister, Elizabeth

This post linked to Alphabe-Thursday's Letter "V". To visit the other "V" posts just click here.

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55 comments:

  1. KelJune 17, 2010 at 10:03 AM

    So beautiful and heart felt. It gave me chills.

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  2. BookieJune 17, 2010 at 10:11 AM

    Beautiful, thoughtful...makes us appreciate your feelings.

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  3. My name is RietJune 17, 2010 at 10:13 AM

    What a beautiful V post. Love the violet.

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  4. TheresaJune 17, 2010 at 10:17 AM

    Love it, sweet Jenny! Precious words! Have a blessed day! HUGS!

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  5. lissaJune 17, 2010 at 10:25 AM

    sweet and nostalgic

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  6. UnknownJune 17, 2010 at 10:25 AM

    A sweet and touching post! Wonderful! A+ for teacher!

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  7. MarleneJune 17, 2010 at 10:26 AM

    Such a pretty poem. :)

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  8. CarolJune 17, 2010 at 10:43 AM

    beautiful...very touching...tender & sweet!

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  9. AnonymousJune 17, 2010 at 10:51 AM

    This post is so pretty. It reminds me of the special things about her grandmother.

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  10. DianaJune 17, 2010 at 10:57 AM

    Beautiful poem Jenny. The photo too!
    Love Di ♥

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  11. AmyJune 17, 2010 at 10:59 AM

    Oh so pretty! And my son really appreciates the music you have playing on your blog. ;)

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  12. Ms. AJune 17, 2010 at 11:01 AM

    You did this one, didn't you? You always give credit and I didn't notice any. Regardless, I LOVE IT!!!

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  13. Coralie Cederna JohnsonJune 17, 2010 at 11:13 AM

    So lovely, Jenny! Straight from the heart and beautifully told. I love this so!
    Hugs!
    Coralie

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  14. Susan AndersonJune 17, 2010 at 11:14 AM

    My mother-in-law loved violets to much. She always had a few around the house.

    =)

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  15. One PhotoJune 17, 2010 at 11:16 AM

    Beautiful photo and beautiful poem Jenny, I love it.

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  16. AmyJune 17, 2010 at 11:22 AM

    Did you write this? Beautiful! Love ya!

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  17. LuLu KelloggJune 17, 2010 at 11:32 AM

    How lovely Jenny....it brought a tear to my eye♥

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  18. GardenOfDaisiesJune 17, 2010 at 11:35 AM

    We have little wild violets just like that growing all over our yard. And it's one of my Mom's favorite flowers too. Beautiful poem.

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  19. Becca's DirtJune 17, 2010 at 11:43 AM

    Beautiful poem.

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  20. Busy Bee SuzJune 17, 2010 at 11:52 AM

    What a beautiful poem Jenny!!!

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  21. LourieJune 17, 2010 at 11:54 AM

    What a beautiful and endearing poem.

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  22. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiJune 17, 2010 at 12:02 PM

    Such a beautiful, sad, sweet poem, Jenny! Lovely "V" post!

    ♥ Pat

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  23. jeff campbellJune 17, 2010 at 12:04 PM

    Wow! I do not know what to say...I am in awe...I guess i can say I love Violets too. Not only the color, but the way in which the stem curls downward into the flower...Peace and blessings

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  24. HJune 17, 2010 at 12:28 PM

    That was surprisingly painful! Thank you Jenny.

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  25. PeggyRJune 17, 2010 at 1:22 PM

    That's a lovely poem. My mother loved violets.

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  26. Bits-n-PiecesJune 17, 2010 at 1:26 PM

    Oh Jenny...what a heartfelt sentiment. (((hugs)))

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  27. Amanda LeeJune 17, 2010 at 1:33 PM

    This was so beautiful, so sweet.

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  28. jenJune 17, 2010 at 1:55 PM

    That was beautiful. Very different from your regular posts. So sweet. Thanks.

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  29. Linda Bob Grifins Korbetis HallJune 17, 2010 at 4:02 PM

    that is very beautiful and enlightening v post.
    I am thrilled to read you and discover your gifts in poetry...
    Cheers!
    U Rock!
    ;)

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  30. Linda @ A La CarteJune 17, 2010 at 4:25 PM

    Sweet Jenny, what a lovely, sad and beautiful poem! Thank you for sharing your talents!

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  31. SarahJune 17, 2010 at 4:33 PM

    Jenny, what a beautiful poem and tribute to your grandmother and sister. Sweet violet! I planted some this spring. Not sure if they will survive. ~ Sarah

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  32. Natasha in OzJune 17, 2010 at 4:37 PM

    What a lovely poem and I love the pretty image of the Violet.

    Thanks for letting us know about what is happening for when we reach the letter Z-I was starting to get a bit sad about finishing!

    Best wishes and thanks so much for having me and Visiting me each week. You are a Very loVely host!
    Natasha.

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  33. Julie Kwiatkowski SchulerJune 17, 2010 at 4:38 PM

    It is very beautiful and moving. It deserves to be painted by a PreRaphaelite!

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  34. The Words CrafterJune 17, 2010 at 4:40 PM

    What a lovely poetic tribute! I worked with a spunky older lady who insisted that purple was created for old ladies! It does go well with silvery hair...I used to pick them behind my grandparents' barn...and I love them still....

    (my computer hung up and I clicked publish again...I hope it doesn't post twice! if so, I'm sorry!)

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  35. BrittanyJune 17, 2010 at 4:42 PM

    How beautiful! You're quite the poet missy!

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  36. ImagiMeriJune 17, 2010 at 5:14 PM

    Dearest Jenny,

    You are most certainly "one of a kind" and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your caring and concern. This poem only illustrates a glimpse of your compassion, empathy and love for your family, and your ability to extend your heart to others.

    God Bless
    Meri

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  37. CherylJune 17, 2010 at 5:52 PM

    Lovely and heartfelt. Thanks for sharing a bit of you today.

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  38. mrs. cJune 17, 2010 at 7:07 PM

    what a lovely and moving poem. It was so sweet! thank you for sharing it with us.

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  39. JoJune 17, 2010 at 7:22 PM

    awwwe ... that was wonderful ... and touching ... and sweet ... and well, just touching ...

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  40. VikiJune 17, 2010 at 7:54 PM

    Beautiful poem, just lovely. We had a violet pop up in our front flower bed this year. Either a squirrel planted it or it came from a bird, who knows, ha. Great V post, Jenny.

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  41. TinaJune 17, 2010 at 8:04 PM

    Read it three times. Lovely, and so heartfelt, sad, yet loving. Nicely done.

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  42. TinaJune 17, 2010 at 8:04 PM

    Read it three times. Lovely, and so heartfelt, sad, yet loving. Nicely done.

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  43. Angelia Sims June 17, 2010 at 10:28 PM

    Oh my goodness, so sweet and so sad. Beautifully written. I can't imagine how hard it was to write. Great job.

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  44. AnonymousJune 18, 2010 at 1:44 AM

    Beautiful words to match a beautiful photo. Such a vivid colour! I think I can smell that gorgeous scent as well!

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  45. LolaJune 18, 2010 at 1:51 AM

    Great V poem & post!

    Off now on business trip-glad you enjoyed my little advice column!

    XXX LOLA:)

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  46. KatJune 18, 2010 at 3:31 AM

    What a beautiful poem and post Jenny. I love violets too, so old fashioned and unassuming, but so lovely. Kathy

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  47. People Who Know Me Would Say:June 18, 2010 at 4:37 AM

    Such a beautiful, poignant tribute to your Grandmother, Matlock!

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  48. ~✽Mumsy✽~June 18, 2010 at 7:43 AM

    Beautiful and heart-felt poem, Jenny!

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  49. Holly LefevreJune 18, 2010 at 9:41 AM

    Oh my Jenny...this is really amazing. I have goosebumps. It leaves a definite impression.

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  50. Red Couch RecipesJune 18, 2010 at 11:23 AM

    What a beautiful poem you composed. I have always loved violets. I used to pick them as a young girl from under our bushes and put them in a vinegar bottle. Lovely poem! Joni

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  51. cj SchlottmanJune 18, 2010 at 12:30 PM

    Jenny, Your poem is exquisitely moving, so much so that it brought tears to my eyes. You are truly talented, and I'm so glad I found you. Thanks.

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  52. UnknownJune 18, 2010 at 1:56 PM

    Beautiful ... violets and poetry!
    Blessings,
    Catherine

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  53. Personalized Sketches and SentimentsJune 18, 2010 at 10:42 PM

    Jenny...you truly have a gift with words and weaving them together so sweetly and with so much imagery.

    Blessings & Aloha!
    I am sooo happy to have found you, dear blogger friend!

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  54. Vicki/JakeJune 19, 2010 at 6:12 AM

    Thanks again for sharing your gift of words with us Jenny.
    The hands made me think of the Aunt I just lost...

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  55. MaddyJune 20, 2010 at 1:13 AM

    What a lovely poem! You are very talented. Mum tells me that you will be starting up Alphabe-Thursday again soon, and I hope to join in.

    Thank you for following my blog and leaving such a lovely comment! I really appreciate it!

    I hope your day is sweet,
    Maddy

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Hi! Thanks for leaving a comment! My handy dandy e-mail assistant always notifies me when you do and I read every single one.

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