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Summary

This is a personal and emotional poem about a cherished clock that symbolizes a family's journey through a country's division and reunification, as well as a tribute to the author's German grandparents.

Abstract

The poem titled "A Cherished Clock Tells More Than Time" is a heartfelt tribute to the author's German grandparents (Oma and Opa). The old clock mentioned in the poem symbolizes the journey of the author's family through a country's division and reunification, as well as the passing of time and the legacy left behind for the next generation. The poem reflects on the fear and struggles faced by the family during the country's division, the joy and unity experienced during the fall of the wall, and the restart of a better time. The author expresses gratitude for the profound lives of their grandparents and the memories they have left behind.

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  • The poem is titled "A Cherished Clock Tells More Than Time" and is a tribute to the author's German grandparents.
  • The old clock symbolizes the journey of the author's family through a country's division and reunification.
  • The poem reflects on the fear and struggles faced by the family during the country's division.
  • The fall of the wall brought joy and unity to the family.
  • The restart of the clock marks the beginning of a better time.
  • The author expresses gratitude for the profound lives of their grandparents and the memories they have left behind.
  • The poem is accompanied by a photo taken by the author.
  • The author invites readers to enjoy more of their writing and provides links to other articles they have written.
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POEM OF RESILIENCE

A Cherished Clock Tells More Than Time

This old clock symbolizes travel through a country’s division, passing to the next generation, celebrating unity with a fall of the wall, and restarting a better time to tell.

Photo by author

In Memoriam of my Oma and Opa (German Grandmother and Grandfather)

Twas long ago since both of you have passed Tears shed, time lost, as our clock ticked its last

It was boxed up tightly and stored away Saved till my heart was ready to play

I discovered it today with joy and delight One battery change is needed to make it alright

I paused to reflect the message in its face Thinking back years in a story to retrace

Almost three decades in a global power struggle Terrified to visit home or get trapped in worse trouble

In the West, you could express your colors In the East, family, freedom, and fear shudders

An epic challenge extended to “Tear Down This Wall” Destruction at the ready to mark its final fall

Rebuilding unity redrew the country whole I remember joys streaming endlessly from your soul

I now hear the restarted ticking of the second hand The movement cycles generations needing to understand

Its rhythmic beat soothes my memories, fresh in my heart and mind For you, Oma and Opa, your profound lives are epiphanies intertwined

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