String Of Pearls

The most precious jewels 
ever given to me, 
a small string of pearls 
a mere forty-three. 

They run through my fingers 
I touch them each one, 
feeling the memories 
on which they are strung. 

Ten radiant diamonds 
on a pendant are placed 
each sentimental 
and thoughtfully spaced. 

Clustered among them, 
cherished and dear, 
four shimmering sapphires 
so crisp and clear. 

Each of them special 
their histories concealed, 
one more outstanding, 
its beauty revealed. 

So close to my heart, 
they mean ev’rything. 
None can compare 
to this priceless string. 

As time passes by 
more pearls will be strung 
and emeralds and rubies 
on the pendant be hung. 

With our endless love 
we’ll complete this necklace, 
preserving the memories, 
each in it’s own place. 




                 november 2001 

Awarded by The Creative Writer's Lounge