I Remember

memories of a happy childhood

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I remember
         how Granny's arms
         were always open for a hug.

I remember
         how I would bring home
         every animal and bug.

I remember
         the gritty feel
         of Grandad's five o'clock shadow.

I remember
         how Daddy and Grandad worked
         on big tractors like the backhoe.

I remember
         the smell of Big Chief tobacco
         mixed with the scents of diesel and dirt.

I remember
         all the happy memories
         from when I was a little squirt.

I remember
          Papa making his tattoo dance,
         that hula girl on his arm.

I remember
         the love of my family
         that kept me safe and warm.

I remember
         going to garage sales with Grandma
         always after the next good deal.

I remember
         the love and laughter
         and how it made me feel.

I Remember.

About this Poem: ▶︎

Written for: Week 32 of "Promptly Poetry Challenge (2025-2026)" 
Prompt: Write a poem inspired by a moment from childhood, either real or fictional.
In your poem to make use of anaphora
Line Count: 31 lines
Free Verse

Best In Genre: Experience