discarded crowns--By Peggy Dugan French--United States

discarded crowns

for you the days of gold lame and lace

are over

yet for me

each crown and flowing gown

is a special reminder

of days when we would walk

side by side together

you decked out in your finery

creating stares

me in my jeans

soaking up your spirit

lost in the special moment.

today you are still elegant

and original

but sometimes I miss

the glorious days of

gold lame and lace

and regal toddler beauty.

Peggy Dugan French is a California girl with Minnesota roots. She has been the editor of Shemom since 1997. She welcomes this opportunity to share her work with the Whispers readers and thanks Karen for starting such a wonderful shared space.