SACROSANCT MEMORIES

We all have Memories---some ill---like 9 1 1, but others that are good worth revisiting. I think Memories are more than 'ghosts' of days gone by; I sense that they want to be of value to us daily.

Memories are sacred and holy

We must treasure them well;

They are our eternal holy ground

Wholesome memories are our Holy Grail.

Memories are private and precious

Placed there scrumptiously by God;

They connect our past to our present

-----As we trod life's earthly sod.

Good memories are sacrosanct sacraments

Like rarest white roses that shall never fade;

Reminders of faithful friends and loved ones

-----Memories, whose dues have been paid.

Although physical forms positively change

Our spirit is awesomely eternal---

Memories connect us with people and places

---Making them part of the sublimely supernal.

Memory is a storehouse of golden treasures

We unlock this sacred door by prayer;

Memories are channels of pure inspiration

----In sacrosanct stillness we meditate there.

2013 by DRR

Member Academy of American Poets

Author's Note

As I reviewed the 9 11 photos this week, I have memories that challenge me as well as memories of hope and compassion as I see our victoriously our American citizens responded. "Let's Roll" became our Beamer chant as we rolled forward in unity.

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

"Memory is a storehouse of golden treasures
We unlock this sacred door by prayer;
Memories are channels of pure inspiration"
I agree with the above lines. What we store in memory will be needed in old age. We learn and the memories teach us to be less foolish if we are lucky. Thank you for the excellent poetry and quote.
Coyote

[poetdoug]

Thank you for your review and remarks.

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I liked that very much. Memories are everything.

[poetdoug]

Thanks for reading Jon. Where would we be without them I guess.

[0000000000000000000000000000]

Your very welcome,Its a scary thought I may say to never have a memory.

[Luke L]

Great stuff man, I can see you're really passionate about this and it shows. The image sets the tone nicely as well

[poetdoug]

Thank you Luke for your review.

[Baby Ricochet]

9/11 changed my life forever. That's for Damn sure. I have some beautiful memories and some I could do without.

[poetdoug]

Yes, you are so right. Thanks my friend

[ANTO]

'I sense that they want to be of value to us daily.' - You have made me wonder Doug. This is a fascinating theory or concept - almost magical. I love that you wrote this.
100/100

[poetdoug]

Thank you Anto.. Yes, I subscribe to its validity.

[Sami Khalil]

A poem of great value and relevance. You have said it marvelously. Thank you for sharing your wisdom...:)

[poetdoug]

Thanks for your review Sami. It is greatly appreciated

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome...:)

[Lydia Shutter]

It's very true. Memories are part of who we are. They help us understand the events of the past and the ones in the present. If we learn from those memories, we are better equipped to move forward. Your spirituality shines in this write. Beautifully expressed. lydi**

[poetdoug]

Thanks so much for these kind words. You are so right.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

i agree with this poem...often people want to just forget all the bad stuff....maybe that is easier, but in the end we must remember, everything that happens to us in life past and present, is what makes us who we are, molds us...the lessons learned and the life we live with that knowledge. that makes us stronger.

[poetdoug]

Thanks much Jacob. Hopefully we can learn from our experiences as a springboard for future successful ventures. I appreciate your review my friend.