Notes About The Poem

written July 9, 2023

A Florida July Day

White
sand beach,
alive with 
laughter, children's
squeals, grown-up shouts, the
swoosh, swoosh of waves against
the shore, a distant rumble
of thunder - symphonic sounds of
summer on a sweltering July
day in the Sunshine State of Florida.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Kendrick Avatar
July 29, 2023 at 12:16 PM
Back with congratulations on this winning work. Way to go. Sara
Merryman Avatar
August 1, 2023 at 7:56 PM
Thank you, Sara!
Sands Avatar
July 29, 2023 at 10:45 AM
Congratulations for your great win :)
Merryman Avatar
August 1, 2023 at 7:56 PM
Thank you, Heidi!
Canerdy Avatar
July 29, 2023 at 7:10 AM
Kim, a huge CONGRATS on your win with this lively, descriptive piece! Janice
Merryman Avatar
August 1, 2023 at 7:56 PM
Thank you, Janice!
Miller Avatar
July 29, 2023 at 3:03 AM
A lovely poem about the sun and beaches, congratulations
Merryman Avatar
August 1, 2023 at 7:56 PM
Thank you, Terry!
Alex Avatar
July 29, 2023 at 12:17 AM
Indeed, you are an expert in all the forms. This is a very grand poem. Congratulations!
Merryman Avatar
August 1, 2023 at 7:55 PM
You are so kind, Christuraj! I like to try different forms but I am not an expert in all of them. Thank you for reading and commenting!
Callus Avatar
July 29, 2023 at 12:03 AM
How very descriptive this poem is, Kim! It appeals to all our senses, while those living in colder states must be envious of your beautiful weather. ~ Congratulations on your podium finish! ~ Regards // paul
Merryman Avatar
August 1, 2023 at 7:54 PM
Thank you, so much, Paul!
Dietrich Avatar
July 28, 2023 at 10:32 AM
Makes me want to be there Those who know me are wise to write about a beach. Congrats on your win
Merryman Avatar
August 1, 2023 at 7:54 PM
Thank you for my placement, Andrea! I am honored!
Rodrigues Avatar
July 27, 2023 at 7:11 PM
A lovely day in Florida! Congratulations, Kim!
Merryman Avatar
August 1, 2023 at 7:53 PM
Thank you, Kim!
Ashley Avatar
July 27, 2023 at 5:32 PM
Dear Kim, you’ve captured the fun, splash and swelter of July with lively imagery and poetic finesse. Congratulations on your wonderful win in Andrea’s contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Merryman Avatar
August 1, 2023 at 7:53 PM
Thank you, so much, Susan!
Flood Avatar
July 12, 2023 at 9:04 AM
My brother lives in Florida, but he’s no poet, so he would probably say, “It’s a bit hot.” I much prefer your depiction of a glorious Floridian day, Kim.
Merryman Avatar
July 14, 2023 at 11:14 AM
Thank you, Terry! "It's a bit hot" just doesn't do it justice.
Kendrick Avatar
July 11, 2023 at 2:33 PM
I can imagine this one. Reads like a good time in the sunshine state. Thanks for sharing this one with us and for dropping by my page. Sara
Merryman Avatar
July 11, 2023 at 8:32 PM
Thank you, Sara and you are welcome!
Kaufman Avatar
July 11, 2023 at 12:23 PM
It sounds quite lovely Kim and so full of imagery. Hopefully not too hot though? Enjoyed it. I miss the ocean so as I am now five hours away.
Merryman Avatar
July 11, 2023 at 8:32 PM
Thank you for stopping by Nancy! It is very hot and humid at the moment.
Poet Avatar
July 9, 2023 at 7:35 PM
This depiction of Florida is truly splendid and it is my sincere desire for it to flourish in the contest, Kim.
Merryman Avatar
July 11, 2023 at 8:31 PM
Thank you so much, Sotto!
Bauer Avatar
July 9, 2023 at 1:23 PM
you've really brought this to life, kim!
Merryman Avatar
July 11, 2023 at 8:31 PM
Thank you, Ilene!
Fisher Avatar
July 9, 2023 at 11:53 AM
This is a wonderful description of Florida, indeed...and hope it does well in the contest. Oddly, it is the same here in CT in July, except of course the white sand.
Merryman Avatar
July 11, 2023 at 8:30 PM
Thank you for stopping by, David!
Goldsmith Avatar
July 9, 2023 at 11:34 AM
A wonderful/fun write. Wish I was there. Have a blessed day....................
Merryman Avatar
July 11, 2023 at 8:30 PM
Thank you, Paula!
Martin Avatar
July 9, 2023 at 10:50 AM
Hi Kim, what a wonderful poem reminding me of my childhood home in Tampa Bay. I live in Louisiana now but trying to sell my house and get back to where I belong. I can't help but wonder where you might be to have composed this little jewel in honor of my home state. Cheers, Terrell
Merryman Avatar
July 11, 2023 at 8:29 PM
Thank you for your comment, Terrell! I'm in the panhandle of Florida, Niceville to be exact.
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