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Keeping Memory's Small Treasures
The poem presents a speaker who refuses to discard small, colorful keepsakes. They insist on preserving every piece—"red," "blue," striped and checkered—promising their heart to keep them for years because these cheap, sudden gifts might be wanted again. The tone is nostalgic and protective, comparing their arrival to a first October flurry of snow. It focuses on attachment, memory, and the belief that everyday trifles can gain future value.
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