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First Picnic After Pandemic

Each step seems my first
Grass bends as my
Boot invades it's empire
Astringent scents arise from
Bruised blades          Strange
Piercing, those sounds of families
Gathered in cheerful reunion

Slowly, a newfound feeling of
Enchantment goosebumps
My arm         As I turn and

Smile

At my family


05/31/21

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Lisa Ricci

Date: 4/23/2022 4:48:00 AM

Good Morning James - Hi. I turned to this entry because of its title. Yes, we all second your message and words and totally agree. It is two years and counting now and life hasn't returned to normal yet but what a wonderful feeling it was and is when we first gathered with our family in person. Your entry is wonderful. Thank you for sharing. Enjoy the morning and weekend. Peace and Safety to all. Take care

Arjun Jangid

Date: 1/31/2022 5:15:00 PM

Pandemic changed human behaviour, it made men selfish. But family reunion after it a great pleasure. Nice

James Marshall Goff
Date: 1/31/2022 7:33:00 PM

Thank you Arjun!

Susan Szoke

Date: 1/7/2022 6:55:00 PM

A very fine write engagingly presented. I was following your words, feeling right there with your hesitation at hearing how loud other picnickers sounded, and then warming up considerably as you see your own precious family. So well done!

James Marshall Goff
Date: 1/7/2022 9:13:00 PM

Mission accomplished! Thanks Susan!

Valsa George

Date: 11/26/2021 6:39:00 PM

Your crypt style is so impressive. with minimum words, you have expressed the thrill of your first going out to meet your family after the pandemic. You have brought in all the excitement of a toddler taking his first step. Thank you James for visiting my page. Warm Regards

James Marshall Goff
Date: 1/7/2022 9:12:00 PM

Thanks Valsa, I always start a poem with haiku images, only expanding as needed!

Paulette Calasibetta

Date: 10/15/2021 5:38:00 AM

Beautiful imagery that took me along with you and your family.....hope you enjoyed the freedom, the sunshine and your family. Blessings, Paulette

James Marshall Goff
Date: 10/15/2021 1:09:00 PM

Thank you Paulette!

Wilma Neels

Date: 9/28/2021 10:18:00 PM

You made me see it and you also made me hear it with your words. Hope you are doing good. Enjoyed reading this, this morning, my friend

James Marshall Goff
Date: 9/29/2021 7:48:00 AM

Hi Wilma, fall is beautiful here in Minnesota, hope you are good as well, thank you for stopping by, this poem was fun to write

Susan Ashley

Date: 9/7/2021 6:59:00 PM

Oh, James, I just love how your beautiful imagery led to the fantastic finale. Such a splendid and wonderfully touching poem! Warmest wishes, my friend.. ~Susan

James Marshall Goff
Date: 9/8/2021 6:33:00 AM

Sweet remarks Susan! very kind, thank you, james

Sara Kendrick

Date: 9/6/2021 3:47:00 AM

Ahh!! I know that was an awesome time. You have expressed it very well. I enjoyed reading this one today. Sara

James Marshall Goff
Date: 9/6/2021 11:52:00 AM

Thanks so much Sara!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/5/2021 8:34:00 PM

wow, I really like this one, James!

James Marshall Goff
Date: 9/6/2021 2:51:00 AM

Thanks Andrea!

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 8/30/2021 1:39:00 PM

A very nice thought.

James Marshall Goff
Date: 8/30/2021 3:15:00 PM

Thanks my friend!

Jennifer Fenn

Date: 8/28/2021 9:44:00 PM

This poem is delightful, James. I felt I was right there experiencing this with you.

James Marshall Goff
Date: 8/28/2021 10:52:00 PM

Sweet! Thanks Jennifer!

Rama Balasubramanian

Date: 7/8/2021 6:57:00 AM

When we go out after a long break, we are more aware, enjoy more. Must have been a wonderful experience. Lovely poem. Gave much happiness. Thanks

James Marshall Goff
Date: 7/8/2021 5:21:00 PM

More than I expected, Rama! Glorious! Thanks for stopping by!

Beata Agustin

Date: 7/5/2021 5:41:00 PM

Thanks for sharing this. In our place, we are under "General Community Quarantine" status with "heightened restrictions." Meanwhile, enjoy great family bondings. God bless you. (Thanks for your uplifting comments.)

James Marshall Goff
Date: 7/5/2021 6:46:00 PM

Thanks for stopping by, Beata, yes, about a dz family members came, exchanged held B'day gifts, ate good food (no flour/sugar for me!) laughed, smiled, hugged & appreciated our family bond more than ever!

Suzette Richards

Date: 7/3/2021 9:54:00 PM

We are again in a "hard lockdown" due to the Delta variant being rampant among the population. I can only but dream of an idyllic experience as you described. We will be grateful when we could smile at our family - all still present after this trying time. It is the little things that I miss most: the clink of tea cups at an afternoon tea with family; the laughter of children on the school playground; the hawker shouting a list of his wares at the street corner ..."See you soon," is a wish.

James Marshall Goff
Date: 7/4/2021 6:58:00 AM

Yes Suzette, frustration sets in, if gov tries to lock us down again, I don't think we will comply, rather take our chances than live in cages, could get interesting, meanwhile, gardening & picnics for me! thanks for stopping by!

M. L. Kiser

Date: 7/1/2021 6:06:00 PM

Sweet relief from the imprisonment of the virus. I'll bet it was wonderful. Enjoyed.

James Marshall Goff
Date: 7/2/2021 8:21:00 AM

Yes, very much M.L. thank you!

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 6/16/2021 8:52:00 AM

I guess many of us have had a similar experience, Jim. It felt strange to walk into a market without a mask. Probably should still be wearing it as my doc is having me tested for TB. Enjoyed your poem! Hugs, CArolyn

James Marshall Goff
Date: 6/17/2021 1:10:00 PM

Prayers, God Bless You Carolyn

Doris Culverhouse

Date: 6/16/2021 7:05:00 AM

good times

James Marshall Goff
Date: 6/17/2021 1:09:00 PM

Thank you Doris

Jan Allison

Date: 6/13/2021 4:50:00 PM

such awesome imagery James a moment to cherish indeed, we have been pretty fortunate on our little island and have enjoyed a great deal of freedom when others have been in continual lockdown, its amazing how much we took for granted in life before covid:-) hugs Jan xx

James Marshall Goff
Date: 6/13/2021 5:53:00 PM

Thx for visiting, Jan! I'm glad Malta is thriving!

Eve Roper

Date: 6/12/2021 8:18:00 PM

Good to be around family again.. I never lost touch.. I did miss the hugs

James Marshall Goff
Date: 6/13/2021 3:01:00 PM

Thx Eve! yes, I made Xtra effort to stay in touch 2! miss the human touch also!

Joe Maverick

Date: 6/12/2021 11:15:00 AM

Good to read of your picnic, I am wondering Whether its going to be out of the pan-demic And into the bonfire of vanity, for so many of Misinformed humanity though James?

James Marshall Goff
Date: 6/12/2021 7:38:00 PM

Thx for stopping by, Joe! One can (must, for sanity) both seek joy & happiness with those you love & be ever vigilant!

Joe Maverick

Date: 6/12/2021 11:15:00 AM

Good to read of your picnic, I am wondering Whether its going to be out of the pan-demic And into the bonfire of vanity, for so many of Misinformed humanity though James?

Judy Ball

Date: 6/4/2021 8:35:00 AM

So lovely James. Looking forward to those lazy, hazy, crazy days of sun, picnic and family gatherings. Good stuff. God Bless, JB

James Marshall Goff
Date: 6/4/2021 9:49:00 AM

Yes Judy! Life is resuming! Thx for stopping by!