Built with tender hands
and love for his daughter,
she happily rocked through
childhood. Then with tiny fingers
wrapped around books, they
rocked like her – smiles spreading
across their soft cheeks.
Adorable animals enhanced
the white finish – charm never
to be erased. As memories
of her father flooded her mind
like a scrapbook of Polaroids,
Grandma watched her grandchildren
with a full heart, for that special rocker
embraced new generations
with the gentlest rhythm of love.
Lauren Scott (c) 2021 ❤️
Baydreamer ~ Lauren Scott 
Oh, wow, Lauren, this is a beautiful tribute to enduring family love and heirlooms. This brought tears how I am now the Grandma with a full heart. All I wish for is the gentlest rhythm of love to be carried forward. Our turbulent planet requires hope and love. You share this beautifully in your poem. I love the photos! Thank you for warming my heart and your gift for words and for sharing emotions ❤️
Aww, thanks so much for your awesome words, Erica! And I have a hunch your heart is always full! I agree and like what you said about our turbulent planet requiring hope and love. These are the elements of Life that we need to hold onto tightly. I’m sure the gentlest rhythm of love will be carried forward in your family too. Thanks again for your wonderful comment and I’m so glad you enjoyed the poem, the heirloom, and the photos. I love those photos too, but I may be just a little biased. 😉 Hugs 💕
Your poem entered my pores this morning and stayed with me, Lauren. Beautiful!❤️
Ah, Lauren.. the gentlest and most beautiful rhythm of love. How wonderfully written and how sweet that this rocking chair accompanies your family for generations. Precious smiles! xoxoxoxo
Thanks so much, Marina! There are special heirlooms in our lives where the love flows fluidly, and it’s these items that we need to preserve so the memories stay vivid in our minds and hearts. I love returning to old photos, letting those precious moments come into the light again. Thanks again, dear friend. ❤️❤️❤️
Very special indeed, my dear Lauren!
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That’s really nice to have something like that to pass down through the generations.
Thanks, Binky. It’s been wonderful to see my parent’s grandchildren each have their turn to rock. (my kids and their cousins) 🙂
Beautiful… ❤
Thanks very much, Bette! 💞
Awww, Lauren. What beautiful words and pictures of the joy from a family heirloom created with love. ❤ Xxx ❤
Thanks for your lovely words, Jane. Finding joy in these precious heirlooms is just one way of enduring the darkness in our world. We need to hold on tight to the good, to the love, and to the precious memories. Hugs 💗
You are so loving, Lauren. It is a beautiful way of holding loving light in the darkness. Tim has his Dad’s radio’s valves and equipment nestled amongst a lifetime’s book collection in our bookcases and it’s wonderful. I love that our tools nestle side by side with some of my Grandad’s in his old naval toolbox. Handmade pieces are treasures. Much love flowing to you and yours, always. ❤ Xxxx ❤
Aww, thank you, Jane, and so are you, dear friend. I appreciate reading about your handmade treasures too. Wonderful memories to keep close to our hearts. Love and hugs to you! 💕
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Precious memories and treasures to keep! Love comes in many forms! Thanks for sharing Lauren.
Thanks so much, Balroop, and yes, love comes in many forms! 💜
What a great memory to pass down.
Thanks so much, Andrew! It’s been special to keep in the family, knowing where the rocker originated from…
A beautiful poem, Lauren. The photos are so darned cute too.
Aww, thanks so much, John. I have to admit I love those photos too! 😉 Thanks for your kind words about the poem also. ❤️
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Thanks so much, Yolanda! 💗
Wonderful tribute.
Thanks so much, Ian! I’m glad you enjoyed this!
What beautiful memories! Wonderful family!
Thank you!
Joanna
Thank you very much, Joanna! My son is now 26, so it’s definitely fun perusing the old photos and memories. 🧡
Such a lovely recollection and charming chair. Thanks for sharing Lauren 💛
Thanks very much, Val. Now that we’re empty nesters, we find ourselves perusing those old photo albums more often, and then finding memories such as this one about the little rocking chair that continues to rock through generations. 🙂 💜
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Thanks, Barbara! 💗
Lauren,
This story warms my heart. Thank you for bringing a smile to my face and sharing your family tradition here.
Many blessings to you and your family for generations to come,
Lisa xoxo
Thanks so much, Lisa. I’m happy to bring a smile and warm your heart. These special memories and heirlooms help carry us through life’s challenges. Wishing you the same. 💗💗💗
Thanks! xoxo
Oh my!! This definitely reminded me of my own grandmother! Such beautiful words you gave written for her father who built that gorgeous rocking chair! Thank you for sharing this 🌻❤️🌹🥰
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Thanks so much, Diana, for your lovely words. I’m glad my poem could evoke wonderful memories of your grandmother, too. Have a wonderful weekend! xoxoxo
I love this post for so many reasons — and what precious pictures of your son! 😊
Aww, thanks, Betty! I admit that photo of Michael melts my heart. He was home for the weekend and he’s much taller now. 🙂 Thanks for catching up and I’m so glad you’re feeling a little better. I’ll respond to your email later today. Love and hugs! xo