Jacket Weather

People pass in t-shirts
Or with jackets draped or tied,
Enjoying springtime weather
After being cooped inside.

Daffodils have poked their heads
And crocuses as well.
Still, the message isn’t reaching
Where my brain cells dwell.

For I am zipped up to my neck
With jeans and socks below,
Not ready to relinquish
Jacket weather, even though…

I’m sure that I will soon enough – 
Perhaps next week I may, 
But all I know is that for me,
It will not be today.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Leffanta Avatar
March 26, 2021 at 12:08 PM
I do remember Manhattan in June, and would encourage you to make the most of jacket weather! Aloha! Rico
Devonshire Avatar
March 26, 2021 at 10:04 AM
It does seem odd to watch flowers emerge from frozen ground while you are still bundled up. I hope warmer weather reaches you soon, Ilene. I'm sure many readers can relate to your message. Enjoyed! Best wishes, Carolyn
Pettit Avatar
March 26, 2021 at 1:18 AM
I don't care about the weather as long as I don't have to wear a heavy winter coat. Good write as usual, Ilene.
Wolf Avatar
March 25, 2021 at 8:20 PM
C'mon, ilene! You can do it... I imagine it's a cool wind that keeps you jacketed... In any event, Happy Passover to you! Best wishes, Gershon
Merryman Avatar
March 25, 2021 at 7:42 PM
I enjoyed your poem, Ilene! I'm not ready to give up my jacket yet either. Blessings, Kim M
Gauthier Avatar
March 25, 2021 at 6:16 PM
Indeed best be cautious ~ delightful poem, Ilene
Allison Avatar
March 25, 2021 at 1:44 PM
same here Ilene i wear a knitted hat and a super scarf I was given for my birthday:-) hugs Jan xx
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