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The Essence of Summer

Summer haze paint opaque skies
On long, hot days when the honeysuckle sighs
Dispersing perfume, inviting broad smiles
Warming hearts of children and busy dragon flies

Cool lemonade poured over crushed ice, waits
Inviting long thirsts and simple tastes
Spread out under the shade of mango trees
Laden with fruit soon ripe for a feast

Light winds sail by giving leaves a twirl
As colored kites climb high, their ribbon tails in a whirl
Eyes filled with excitement affixed on the sky
Until the jingle of the ice cream truck is heard near by

These are the days that build memories to keep
Laughter, joy pervading; there’s no time to weep
The essence of summer; its tastes and sounds
For lifetime they linger; together we are bound 
~*~

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  1. Date: 12/24/2012 4:46:00 PM

    this is a wonderful one to read on this cold snowy Utah day. Merry christmas to you, sweetie and this is one awesome poem you wrote.

  1. Date: 10/26/2012 7:36:00 PM

    Lovely poem. I noticed that you had commented on another poem that I liked and when I moved over to your poems I found this lovely poem. So glad I did.

  1. Date: 6/26/2012 6:43:00 PM

    Seems we both are enjoying these summery days. Glad you are back...plz cq SM...one love. Joy Wells

  1. Date: 6/24/2012 9:33:00 AM

    Pretty images here! Nice tribute to summer. Peace & Love Matthew Anish

  1. Date: 6/23/2012 12:29:00 PM

    Long ago I read something from you Annalise.....then comes this beautiful summer poem...so warm and sweet. - Hope there will be more very soon. - Have a nice weekend. - oxox hugs Anne-Lise

    Brigham Avatar Annalise Brigham Date: 6/23/2012 12:50:00 PM Block poet from commenting on your poetry

    Hey Anne Lise! Yes, I've been away for a while! Thanks for reading and when you have time read, "Essential Things" too. Hope all is well! Much love, Annalise