Craig Bowden Poet Free verse

Daydream

Driving north yesterday
   through hot searing haze,
aroma of melting tarmac
     blending fresh cut grass -
  I got to thinking of you.

I saw you playing cricket
  on Queen’s Park Savannah 
in tropic isles far far away.
  Got to thinking of us down
     Long Bay last summer.

And as I changed gear
 slowing down for the lights,
I thought I smelt...
                Sweet Briar.


     Written: circa 1995
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My cricket playing friend 
lived once upon a time on
Sweet Briar Road.

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Keith D Trestrail May 27, 2024 at 5:53 AM This has a nostalgic feel to it. Aromas and smells can trigger very real visions and memories such as your daydream. Dream on!

Paula Goldsmith January 26, 2022 at 9:21 AM Congratulations on your win. A "Wonderful" write. I think the mind works with memories and or smells. Have a blessed day.............

Sara Kendrick January 24, 2022 at 12:01 PM I have read your work that is on the winners' list and find it worthy of the placement. Congrats..Sara

Kim Merryman January 24, 2022 at 6:28 AM Craig, congrats on your win in Brian's contest with this nostalgic write! Blessings, Kim M

Christuraj Alex January 23, 2022 at 7:08 AM Beautiul work. Congratulations!

Gary Radice January 22, 2022 at 11:59 AM An excellent poem. Great writing Craig. Cheers - Gary

L Milton Hankins January 14, 2022 at 8:21 PM Marvelous memory triggered by smells...very nice!