Gershon Wolf Poet Free verse

August Is a Misfortune Teller

Afternoon shadows lengthen too early
  Days shrink away into night's sultry grip
Which restrains cheerful morning from welcoming
  Us back to life, and the pursuit of fleeting pleasures

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M. L. Kiser August 13, 2020 at 5:02 PM I think you have it right. Beautifully worded piece. Gershon Wolf August 13, 2020 at 5:48 PM Thanks for the 'Kiser Seal of Approval' on this one. Now, let's move on to mid-September!! ~ Not a Humidity Fan

Michelle Faulkner August 11, 2020 at 10:19 AM This summer feels endless to me, and not in a good way, but I just adore your title! Also like 'days shrink away' - very descriptive! Gershon Wolf August 13, 2020 at 5:47 PM Thanks for the enthusiasm over this one, Michelle. Wish I could be as enthusiastic about August itself!! :) gw

Lindsay Laurie August 10, 2020 at 4:54 PM Hello Gershon ... as you write about your coming winter, trees are budding up to bring colour and scents to us at the same time - thanks Gershon - Lindsay Gershon Wolf August 10, 2020 at 8:40 PM You can mention winter -- no problem. As long as you don't include that four letter word starting with s!!!