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I don't really have a clue what is going on here!!

In This Field

We’ve gathered in the country far away
from city traffic, and there is no rule
that says where we must park our cars. This day
will soon turn into dusk. We’ve left the school
and gathered in this field where grass is tall.
The big event that we’ve been waiting for
will soon ensue, and we’ll be in the thrall
of one whom we admire – whom we adore!
We’ve only heard him on the radio,
but now we’ll see him with our very eyes.
The crowd is hushing; soon begins the show.
Those sitting in the grass begin to rise.
He croons. Men are in awe; the ladies sigh.
This night we’ll all remember till we die.


March 11, 2020 for Line Gauthier's  Back When Contest
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Zola-Zaba Avatar
March 13, 2020 at 5:29 AM
A nostalgic write, evokes memories of good old times. Nice one
Bayles Avatar
March 12, 2020 at 3:52 PM
Very nice, Andrea. I always remember going to concerts.
Watt Avatar
March 12, 2020 at 1:27 PM
It's always a good day when I wake up to find you've written a new sonnet... excellent as always, sonneteer, and a great take on the mysterious photo. "He croons. Men are in awe; the ladies sigh." Love it! ~ John
Lamoureux Avatar
March 12, 2020 at 10:51 AM
Who?? Enquiring minds want to know! Good luck in the contest. Hugs Rick.
Dietrich Avatar
March 12, 2020 at 11:27 AM
I would like to imagine it was Elvis.but she said the time was around 1951 and I am not sure he was singing that early on.
Pandit Avatar
March 12, 2020 at 7:11 AM
That photo was hard to decipher in terms of what they were doing--I like your interpretation--well written, as always, Andrea.
Dietrich Avatar
March 12, 2020 at 11:28 AM
yes, very hard. I still don't have a clue why they were sitting there in grass, not even on blankets, and with notebooks and stuff near some of them!
Krutsinger Avatar
March 12, 2020 at 5:43 AM
The good ole Days. I am picturing Elvis or Johnny Cash and I smile.
Dietrich Avatar
March 12, 2020 at 7:30 PM
Could BE!
Marcum Wong Avatar
March 12, 2020 at 4:18 AM
You have painted a picture of when life was more peaceful and there was never a worry over some crazy shooting into the crowd. This is a wonderful entry Andrea. xxoo
Somadas Avatar
March 12, 2020 at 1:19 AM
Excellent sonnet for the Back when contest.. Long past days are coming back.. Good luck Andrea..
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