Hill Creek Memory Poem by Barry Middleton

beyond the bridge a secret spot
provides a place for boys to fish
and silent paths that time forgot
where lovers go to stroll and kiss

and farther up a swimming hole
where summer laughter can be heard
never fails to soothe the soul
as bygone memories are stirred

I often go there even now
when mockingbirds awaken spring
for long ago I made a vow
to cherish all that seasons bring

although the years obscure the past
and strength and passion fade away
some things it seems will always last
like hopeful dreams of yesterday

I still can see that treasured creek
with crystal waters flowing free
where youth and love forever speak
like blessings from infinity