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It was jazzy June and green butterflies, filled the air with magic. Then butterscotch days were long, until the purple sunset panic. Sunny June, when music festivals, were staged in shady parks; While in treetops purple martins, warbled their musical remarks. Late springtime everywhere, and sandy beaches were crowded; And it seemed such a long spell, since skies had been clouded! In the dreamy season of youth, blossoms preened everywhere, Until stars came out sparkling, accompanied by moonlight rare. Most striking about that June, was a prevalent scent of jasmine, Like ageless nature, a beauty queen, who'll never be a has-been. It was a sultry June, and the children played with jumping jacks, As the sun and moon play tag, each giving what the other lacks! It was a time for family get togethers, and barbecue on the grill; And of clouds drifting on skies forever, on their missions to fulfill. It was a mellow June, and honeyed sunlight was pouring down, To the whole of nature awaiting it, somewhere upon the ground. It was a time of pink dragonflies, when the moon sat on the hill, Glimmering all the nighttime, while earth seemed to stand still! Summertime was approaching, upon its silent golden footsteps, Like the soft approach of knowledge, conveying novel concepts. Laughter drifted upon breezes, and myriad flowers were stained, Like the stain of the velvet dawn, with its future yet unclaimed. It was radiant jeweled June, and black crows cawed on the wing, Their onyx feathers glistening, in vast realms of a sapphire king! It was a time for budding romance, the roses were in full bloom; For when cupid releases his arrow, it indicates the heart's doom. And then I chanced to meet him, in attraction's rapturous hour, For in the absence of memory, one sweet moment gains power! We danced a beautiful night away, like dancing far flung planets, Under colored lights seeming to be, pure summer extravagance. We fell in love on a velvet night, on the first night that we met, As shooting stars fall from the sky, without the merest regret. Gaiety in the open ballroom, led to star gazing upon the terrace, Where the full moon shone softly, with its solemn habitual hush. It was joyous full-blown June, of the breezy spirited black nights, Of crimson sunsets gently fading, and unaccustomed love delights. June, a jumping June, of leaping frogs and jittery grasshoppers, Of doubtless hearts, abruptly captive, the season showstoppers! Like swans gracefully swimming, in mellowness of tranquil days, Soon captured in some fine artwork, in their lovely sunlit phase. That vivid June had a certain je ne sais quoi, full of joie de vivre; As the juicy blueberries just ripened, in hot days of spring fever. At the edge of a lustrous summer, floral fragrance was in the air, Like birdsong from cool verdant bowers, infiltrating everywhere!

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Date: 10/17/2021 8:50:00 AM
i adore this poem - riveting couplets describing the doorstep to Summer and not forgetting and intoxicating your reader with beautiful French words, that are the pinnacle of love. A gem dear Judy. Hugs and blessings,, Jennifer
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Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 10/17/2021 9:00:00 AM
I am so happy to learn of your pleasure in this poem, dear Jennifer. I thank you from my heart for your lovely comment. Kindest regards, Evelyn
Date: 10/16/2021 4:40:00 PM
your imagery is so wonderful Evelyn, thanks for sharing:-) hugs Jan xx
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Date: 10/16/2021 9:46:00 PM
You're very welcome, Jan. I'm glad you like my imagery. Thank you for the lovely compliment.
Date: 10/16/2021 3:41:00 PM
You are the queen of couplets.. this one as always, flows and rhymes so well.... love the imagery in this also..
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Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 10/16/2021 4:03:00 PM
Thank you very much for the wonderful compliments. I greatly appreciate your conveying these happy thoughts. :)
Date: 10/15/2021 10:36:00 PM
Your Saturday contribution is of the highest degree. Splendid descriptions and a bit of romance to crown it all. Grateful for your imagery.
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Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 10/16/2021 10:47:00 AM
Your constant appreciation of my poetic tales is a source of inspiration and delight. Thank you very much, my friend. :)
Date: 10/15/2021 7:48:00 PM
I much enjoyed many of your couplets and I applaud your inventive use of a variety of your rhymes. I would, gently, recommend that you check and adjust some of your punctuation.
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Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 10/15/2021 9:08:00 PM
I thank you very much for your lovely remarks and warm recommendation. Have a wonderful weekend. :)
Date: 10/15/2021 6:37:00 PM
So many lovely lines but the sun and moon playing tag is my favorite. A Jasmine June reads like a bejeweled romance what a treat! Thanks for sharing Evelyn.
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Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 10/15/2021 9:14:00 PM
You are quite welcome, Karen. Thank you so much for letting me know of your pleasure in my latest tale. Your words are truly gratifying. Enjoy your weekend, Evelyn :)
Date: 10/15/2021 6:36:00 PM
Where the full moon shone softly, with its solemn habitual hush. As always, a well-written poem, full of metaphors and symbolism fashioned in immaculate wording from the first to the last couplets.
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Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 10/15/2021 9:19:00 PM
Your enjoyment of these couplets is very rewarding, Lasaad. Thank you for your words of appreciaton. Have a nice evening. :)

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