Geard processional
bride to be walks with grandpa
her life starts today
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Author's note: The cover image inspired my haiku. My youngest daughter, Blessed, was married a couple of years ago, and the photo I captured of my father walking her down the garden ("geard" Old English) wedding aisle will forever hold a special place in my heart.
About the Creator
Marilyn Glover
Poet and editor, writing to uplift humanity; working on her debut poetry collection to be released in 2026.
British American dual citizen living in the States. Mother of four, grandmother of two.
Owner of The Quiet Collective
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Comments (8)
Love it!❤️❤️❤️✨️🙏
It's very delightful to us too.
That's such a beautiful photo and moment 😍😍😍
Ooh this how you get me: Old English. Beautiful work!
Yes, just beautiful and perfect for Springtime.
Beautiful Haiku!
Thanks for sharing this warm memory with us, Marilyn!
Beautiful haiku AND photo! 💕💕