An Afternoon With Friends

The weather gods were smiling
As we five old friends did meet,
Providing us with catch-up hours
To stroll, to schmooze, to eat.

We sat outside for lunch
And had a lovely river view,
Exchanging news and photos
Of the grandkids, one brand-new.

A leisurely meander
Followed all along the shore,
With flowers blooming better
Than they ever have before.

The beauty of the city
And some time with friends combined
To create an afternoon that seemed
Quite magically designed.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2019



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Date: 9/13/2019 9:49:00 AM
- A lovely afternoon, Ilene - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 9/13/2019 9:09:00 AM
A glimpse into a life well lived. Such a pleasant afternoon. So nice to take that stroll with you and your friends.
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Date: 9/11/2019 3:32:00 PM
It's always great to spend time with old friends and it sounds like you chose the perfect location on a river. Indeed, such days do seem "magical." An uplifting poem! Hugs, carolyn
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Date: 9/11/2019 3:24:00 PM
Magical, Ilene....easy flow and comfortable, pleasant gathering that satisfies the spirit and calms the mind...
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Date: 9/11/2019 7:10:00 AM
I need to remember to check before I leave in the evening just so I don;t miss your wonderful afternoon poetry. Loved this Ilene
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Date: 9/11/2019 4:18:00 AM
Sounds like you had a perfect day Ilene, always nice to have a catch up with friends' Tom
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Date: 9/10/2019 6:12:00 PM
Sounds picture-perfect, Ilene... And I don't need to see the photos. Your poem is worth a thousand of them. So lovely! And I'm happy for you that you have friends like these. ~ Gershon
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Date: 9/10/2019 5:32:00 PM
Lucky you! Good friends and a lovely day to enjoy their company! Another good write! Aloha! Rico
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