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Hot Blooded

Smack down heat gives pavement a warm buzz of groggy
For a puppy who joyfully licks a lemon popsicle
       held like a wand
By a caring boy with a warm buzz of rebel.










Composed July 27, 2020

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Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart Date: 7/30/2020 4:32:00 AM I love the image this conjures, a warm buzz indeed. Reminding me delightfully of my own rebel nights, returning home from the bar sharing a poutine with my canine companion ;), xomo Login to Reply Brian Sambourne Date: 8/6/2020 1:26:00 PM Thanks very much. Street scenes are often a source of inspiration. Love your short sharp pieces enormously. Best wishes Brian

Constance La France Date: 7/29/2020 5:29:00 PM Brian, congratulations on your win in my 4 line contest _Constance Login to Reply Brian Sambourne Date: 7/29/2020 8:53:00 PM Thank you Constance. I liked the rules you set for a 4 line structure. You gave us free range to choose a subject as well. Much appreciation. Sincere good wishes, Brian

Andrea Dietrich Date: 7/29/2020 1:46:00 PM how cute this is!! Login to Reply Brian Sambourne Date: 7/29/2020 3:04:00 PM Thank you Andrea. The little boy knows the pup shouldn't have sugar, but on a hot day the rebel wins. As does the puppy. Best wishes Brian

Line Gauthier Date: 7/28/2020 6:15:00 PM Lovely imagery, Brian. Login to Reply Brian Sambourne Date: 7/29/2020 3:06:00 PM Hello Line Yes the scene was an actual sidewalk bit of charity (I viewed) to an overheated pup. I had to write a small tribute to boy and dog. Thank you for your comment. Brian

Aditi Mishra Date: 7/28/2020 1:38:00 PM Such a tender and beautiful muse Brian. Congratulations on your win! Login to Reply Brian Sambourne Date: 7/29/2020 3:08:00 PM Thank you Aditi. It is startling what a small poignant scene can inspire. I may write a longer piece to the image. Best wishes Brian

Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 7/28/2020 2:46:00 AM - Four great lines ... congratulations on your win, Brian :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Login to Reply Brian Sambourne Date: 7/29/2020 3:10:00 PM I appreciate your thoughtful words Anne-Lise. Our hot hot summer invites immediate relief even for our valued canine friends. Be well. Stay cool. Brian