I Recall

I can smell the aroma of food cooking on the grill
Briefly awakening my memory of the childhood fun
Alive with flavor as I touch the grass, barefoot
The leaves travel in tepid summer breezes 
Busy bumblebees droning by 
And now as I engulf in the razes of heaven
Sweet sunlight engage my skin 
The lingering bouquet of suntan lotion under my nose
Garden flowers yodeling the praises of a sunbath
Swinging on a hammock
A new chapter, a new love story
A cool drink of lemonade and yes-
I will fumble with my little umbrella
And I’m on my way to a tropical bliss
Now somewhere in the distant echoes
I hear children playing, ringing laughter, and noisily alive
The sounds are reminiscent of summers past 
To the joys of sheer human contentment
All on an abundantly fervent July day




Written for John Heck's contest!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Docherty Avatar
May 27, 2009 at 7:20 AM
CONGRATULATIONS on being a winner in Johns contest, a lovely written piece...kindest thoughts, Anna-Marie.
Winter Avatar
May 24, 2009 at 7:15 AM
I knew this was a winner! Warmest congrats Laura on your awesome win in John's contest! Love, Shar
Strand Avatar
May 24, 2009 at 12:40 AM
Congrats on your success in John's contest Laura. Rgds Brian
Richards Avatar
May 23, 2009 at 6:15 PM
Sounds like a perfect day in July !! Congratulations, Laura !!
Joseph Avatar
April 8, 2009 at 12:16 PM
a quiet peaceful entry into a summer memory, very nice!
Duhart Avatar
March 31, 2009 at 8:23 PM
Another great write. Continue to share and keep up the good work. Your poems truely convey a message.
Winter Avatar
March 31, 2009 at 5:22 AM
Wow! If this isn't a winning poem I don't know what is! Rich in imagery. I can smell and feel everything recalling my own past summers. Awesome writing Laura. Good luck! Love, Shar
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