such a perfectly chosen verb for this poem – “dusting off” — which can be understood 2 ways: the casual nature of this action saying he doesn’t matter at all now; perhaps he’s returned to dust; what matter? OR dusting off his image to better remember and reminisce a love lost but not forgotten. Two potent possible meanings in 7 words. So well done!
Oh, how this one resonates! I’ve spent a lot of time searching out ‘old boyfriends’ and lots of other people to offer them pictures from whenever our lives crossed. The reactions have been from “yes, please” to one who insisted I was stalking him. Even was able to share memories with the son of one. Love your words!
April 16th, 2024 at 8:52 am
Nice one!
April 16th, 2024 at 10:16 am
Bob,
Thank you!
April 16th, 2024 at 12:01 pm
such a perfectly chosen verb for this poem – “dusting off” — which can be understood 2 ways: the casual nature of this action saying he doesn’t matter at all now; perhaps he’s returned to dust; what matter? OR dusting off his image to better remember and reminisce a love lost but not forgotten. Two potent possible meanings in 7 words. So well done!
April 16th, 2024 at 12:53 pm
Oh, how this one resonates! I’ve spent a lot of time searching out ‘old boyfriends’ and lots of other people to offer them pictures from whenever our lives crossed. The reactions have been from “yes, please” to one who insisted I was stalking him. Even was able to share memories with the son of one. Love your words!
April 17th, 2024 at 9:12 am
Barbara,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
April 17th, 2024 at 9:15 am
Alma,
Thank you! Old photos are special.