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"It rained, and it rained, and it rained. It rained so hard that Christopher Robin stayed indoors most of the time, and thought about things. Every morning he went out with his umbrella and put a stick in the place where the water came up to" - A. A. Milne

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A Sam Scott poem:
2nd November 2023
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We splashed and dashed We cared no jot No inhibitions Or adult rot The rain was cool The muddy puddles No obstacles No silent troubles Just joyful freedom With innocence No hidden agenda Or false pretence I'm not sure when We made the change When childhood joy Crept out of range Although we've grown Matured I'd say In one sense drifted Too far away.. The curious The beautiful These open hearts Protect from dull So when it rains I want to be The one who dances Gleefully In deepest puddles Barefoot, or welly We should all be More like Gene Kelly

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Ink Empress

Date: 11/4/2023 6:28:00 AM

Dear Sam , im pleased to see this poem got lots of comments, as your poems are always so unique and personal and very moving woven in a poetic manner, definitely deserves to be read and appreciated more! “So when it rains i want to be the one that dances” that line speaks volumes! In a deep metaphorical way, too shows that in hard times you want to be the light for all! And those first stanzas are so profound too! Beautiful poem! Definitely a fave for me this isn

Sam Scott
Date: 11/4/2023 7:36:00 AM

No one wants to see my dancing to be honest, Ink :) I think we'll keep it in the realm of poetic metaphor. Your comments do encourage me hugely. Thank you :))

Eve Roper

Date: 11/3/2023 11:25:00 PM

Yes, when we were young we didn't think of what would happen, we just did it. When did it all disappear too. Enjoyed reading, Sam. Stay safe have a nice weekend.

Sam Scott
Date: 11/4/2023 12:27:00 AM

Eve, thank you x yes when did the world steal my boundless faith that life is just for living? I have spent many moments and much thought energy on trying to win it back. Bless you in all the puddle splashing that still lies ahead, Eve :))

Christina Bowring

Date: 11/3/2023 3:18:00 PM

Arrr - such a gentle, delightful poem Sam. Love the picture too. ‘Just joyful freedom’ ‘ No hidden agenda’ - oh to be young and carefree! I’m very young hearted most of the time so I too, will gleefully enjoy jumping in the puddles! A real pleasure reading, ‘Puddles’ tonight. Have a great weekend.:):)

Sam Scott
Date: 11/3/2023 3:37:00 PM

Lovely to hear that the God-given childlike spirit still resides in your heart. Treasure it, Christina..and thank you x :)

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 11/2/2023 3:42:00 PM

a truly magical and delightful poem, Sam! I sometimes want to be a child again, jumping in puddles and singing in the rain (a favorite of mine from my childhood days) Have a splendid evening, Sara

Sam Scott
Date: 11/2/2023 9:06:00 PM

It is a classic for sure! Thank you for your generous words, Sara :))

I Am Anaya

Date: 11/2/2023 11:43:00 AM

I'm charmed and this is true, when do we leave our innocence behind. Childhood is sacred, so natural with no agenda. I truly enjoyed. The quote and image made perfect appendages for perfect poetry. And the clever reference to Gene Kelly ah "Singing in the Rain." xhugs ~Anaya

Sam Scott
Date: 11/2/2023 3:16:00 PM

You got the reference Anaya! Thank you for such lovely comments :))

Mark Hughes

Date: 11/2/2023 8:25:00 AM

And then life splashes reality in our face! Innocent fun, well done Sam!!

Sam Scott
Date: 11/2/2023 3:14:00 PM

Thanks Mark :) Reality shmality ;) .. I'm putting my wellies on! The world is way too crazy right now..

John Lawless

Date: 11/2/2023 6:14:00 AM

We were reprimanded for splashing through the puddles....well....truth be told....we were in full dress uniform on the parade ground.....

Sam Scott
Date: 11/2/2023 9:08:00 PM

You have a fascinating past, John. I hope you can enjoy the puddles now! Thanks for stopping by ;)