Gathered Pearls

Pearls
gathered
from the
ocean.

Restored
so
beautifully.

Strung
on a
necklace.

Hang
so
patiently.

Soon
became
saddened.

Missing
their
home
away.

Tears
silently
flowing.

Nerves
began
to fray.

Pearls
gathered
from the
ocean.

Memories
of
yesterday.

poem by Heather Burns
Submitted by Poetry Lover
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