Memories of Graceland Mansion

[veronik]

Memories of Graceland Mansion

I've stood aloft on this stately hill
for lo, these many years.
I've known the great joys of life
and wept its saddest tears.


I've seen the leaves turn umber
then bow to winter's snow.
I've basked in the lights of Christmas
and my pride would always show.

I've shared the kiss of a mother's love
and the paternal pride of a dad.
I've known the joy of bride and child;
thank God for the memories I've had.

My owner redefined musical history
with his unique style and voice.
I saw accolades heaped upon him;
he was clearly our nation's choice.

I've seen his fans come up the hill
and stand at windswept graves.
I, too would cry along with them;
I'd tire of being brave.

Today my columns seem more erect;
my pride shows within these walls.
My life has taken on new meaning;
his friends have come to call.

I knew that one day you would come;
I've waited and counted the minutes.
Even though my owner is away just now,
his heart is still here within it!

?1982, Janelle McComb

[Captain Elwood David]

Janelle McComb penned a number of pieces for EP:

- The famous "Priceless" gift that EP gave to Lisa Marie. (The original signed & tear smeared version hanging in The Tupelo Museum is quite the item for hardcore fans to seek out & view).

- The previously unknown (by 99.9% of the fandom) "To Dad" Poem that EP gifted to Vernon in 1976.

.... and .... the 1982 poem about Graceland when it opened for the public.

Had EP lived, he no doubt would have loved the above poem as much as Janelle's other works.

Good post, veronik. My thanks.


- Capt. "EL."

[veronik]

Janelle McComb penned a number of pieces for EP:

- The famous "Priceless" gift that EP gave to Lisa Marie. (The original signed & tear smeared version hanging in The Tupelo Museum is quite the item for hardcore fans to seek out & view).

- The previously unknown (by 99.9% of the fandom) "To Dad" Poem that EP gifted to Vernon in 1976.

.... and .... the 1982 poem about Graceland when it opened for the public.

Had EP lived, he no doubt would have loved the above poem as much as Janelle's other works.

Good post, veronik. My thanks.


- Capt. "EL."

Hello Capt "EL"

Thank you for posting that piece of info on this poem.I am trying my best here,but I forget things,.....little pieces of informaytion now and then.

Merry Christmas

TCB,
Veronik

[julieann]

what an amazing poem.

wow

[Elvisgirl]

beautiful poem!!!

[Elvos]

A tear drops my eye...Beautifull...

[P.S. Annie]

Great poem, nice picture by the way........................