Tag Archives: Music

Another time and in another place

Posted on May 9, 2017 by odeboyz

Growing up muscles became stronger Imagination, lent alternative scenarios To turn into, adventures of learning The mind did not develop as fast as strength. Encouraged to try Drawing, painting, model building, Even sculpture with clay Led to sometimes clumsy attempts … Continue reading →

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The Bottom Shelf

Posted on October 24, 2016 by odeboyz

For more than half a lifetime Mostly ignored over the years Dads old sheet music Had been lost to my ears. There it languished, paper slowly rotting Forgotten, those lovely words and melodies Piano music, difficult for me I would … Continue reading →

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Such Happy Times.

Posted on November 26, 2013 by odeboyz

When young,my happy secure home…Rang with laughter. The radio light programme, trilled from the corner sideboardAlmost all day,I rememberMum singing along.“ I can’t tell a waltz from a tangoI never know what my feet are goner dono I can’t tell … Continue reading →

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Music

Posted on November 9, 2012 by odeboyz

Amelia listened, Briefly stiffened, When the piano Softly called. Although very small (She’s not very tall) She peeped at the shiny keys. Not sure of how much Her small fingers touched The lovely differing notes… Black and white strings sang … Continue reading →

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