Old country store
with stories to tell;
Closed and locked
just waiting to be torn down.
Lead paint peeling
roof shingles falling off.
What a sad day…
when it disappears from site/sight;
Making way for “progress”…
Like many of us;
Waiting for our time.
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Photo: Dwight L. Roth
Today at d’Verse, we are to write a Quadrille of exactly 44 words using the prompt peel. I decided to go with paint peeling on an old building.
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lovely use of metaphors Dwight, and waiting for time while making way for progress, somehow not all that promising in some cases
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It can be sad sometimes to feel a little obsolete as we age. Change is difficult. Thanks for your comments!
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you are welcome Dwight.
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The stories that building could tell….
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That is for sure! Lots of secretes as well!
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Thank you!
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It’s too bad someone can’t renovate it. It looks like it would make a cute little gift shop or a lovely studio space.
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I think so too, but the developers have bought the land and it will go in the near future! Very sad! Thank you for your great comment!
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It is sad about those old buildings.
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I think so too! Thanks Frank.
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Great interpretation!
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A sad quadrille, Dwight. It’s such a shame that people aren’t giving those old buildings another chance to thrive.
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It really is, but time moves on and a new generation has not history with these old stores. Thanks Kim.
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Dwight, your poem is so emotive and beautiful. I want to restore and make that country store come alive again. Knowing you need specialists for removing lead paint.
It speaks to us and I would love to hear its story.
Miriam
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Yes that would be wonderful! Thanks for your thoughts, Miriam,
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We are told to want different things every few years. Throw out the (not) old and bring in the shiny new, whether or not we need it. That’s how the wheels of commerce keep on turning.
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Seems that way! New and “Improved”??
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Usually new and cheap tacky so you can new and improve them again soon.
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Yes, made to fail!
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That’s how it works. If things didn’t break down or wear out, what incentive (except fashion) would we have for changing them?
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excellent poem and love those old places and always wonder about their stories
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So interesting! Thanks Beth.
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Sometimes progress is bland and unpainted………
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Sadly that is true!
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It’s always fascinating to see old buildings like this, to must on what stories they hold or what they might remember.
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Yes, very interesting!
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Very well written Dwight, it’s always sad to see buildings that may have once been lived in and much loved not be cared for in the same way over time. We love living in old properties and the stories that they hold. Our current home is nearly 200 years old and in a conservation area, so thankfully protected.
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That is wonderful! Now all your stories get added to the ancient mix! Thank you Xenia.
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I’m not waiting for “my time,” because each day is a new opportunity to make each minute count. No sir, ain’t nobody gonna tear me down. But when “my time” is through here, I know where I’m headed next! Nevertheless, your pictures of that old store and the analogy are lovely… and it is sad to think that one day it will disappear. I hope its wood can be repurposed!
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I love your spirit Jan! Keep on moving and enjoy every day. That is a great goal in life. When our time comes it comes and then the next adventure begins!
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Ah, so true! Have a lovely day. Breathe in its freshness! ❤
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Lovely! The topic and message were great!
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Thank you so much. I am glad you enjoyed it!
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It is standing there waiting… for progress to pass.
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I am afraid it will get swept away with a new development going in.
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A lot to think about in such a small amount of words – great poem.
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Thank you so much!
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I find those old buildings so evocative, and I do hate to see them torn down, obliterating the history they contain. Your Quadrille captures this feeling very effectively.
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Thank you. I am glad it connected with you.
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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Great use of this prompt, Dwight. Love the photos as well.
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Thank you Sara! I appreciate your kind comments.
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It would be sad to see it go, with all the stories it must hold. I suppose it will live on in memories…..for those who appreciate it, like you. 🙂
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Hopefully that will be the case. Thank you!
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Great poem. I love coming across these old buildings. So many stories to tell. I think you have just inspired me to write a poem. Thank you! 🙂
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