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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

Copyright © Gershon Wolf | Year Posted 2020

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M. L. Kiser Date: 8/13/2020 5:02:00 PM I think you have it right. Beautifully worded piece. Login to Reply Gershon Wolf Date: 8/13/2020 5:48:00 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 Date: 8/11/2020 10:19:00 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! Login to Reply Gershon Wolf Date: 8/13/2020 5:47:00 PM Thanks for the enthusiasm over this one, Michelle. Wish I could be as enthusiastic about August itself!! :) gw

Lindsay Laurie Date: 8/10/2020 4:54:00 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 Login to Reply Gershon Wolf Date: 8/10/2020 8:40:00 PM You can mention winter -- no problem. As long as you don't include that four letter word starting with s!!!