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Roman Summer

I’m weakened by the hazy heat, But locals bustle in the street, And all around me lively talk. The tarmac melting as I walk, I see the artefacts of Rome - And guess it’s pouring down at home. For Deb’s Summer in the City contest

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Date: 6/22/2012 3:55:00 PM
Jack,...glad to read that you are recovering...One good thing is that u can continue to write and enjoy poetry...Great entry for Deb's contest...She does like all the senses involved..u got that down pat! Take care,,,stay cool! gwendolen
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Date: 6/20/2012 6:59:00 PM
Over 106 up here in Can. so I'm feeling your words Jack. Ilove watching heat waves rise off tarMAC TOO, IT IS ALL JUST AS YOU DESCRIBE. aLL THE BEST IN THE CONTEST! :)
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Date: 6/17/2012 9:25:00 AM
I so enjoyed reading this truly unique poem. "the tarmac melting": I can see that steamy summer air rising from the street. love, Kathy
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Date: 6/13/2012 7:59:00 PM
Jack, another wonderful calling,, but, if you can?????? please shooooooot me....lol... I've melted and can't get up... he he! This Texas heat is killing me... Where is the ice age when we need it... Good luck in Debbie's contest..xox~pd
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Date: 6/12/2012 2:10:00 PM
Enjoyed reading this one..Reads like a winner for Deb's contest..Good luck in the contest...You interest in my work is uplifting..Sara
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Date: 6/12/2012 2:06:00 PM
Rome sounds like a good idea... great poem... Terry
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Date: 6/12/2012 12:48:00 PM
Beautiful, simply beautiful Jack! I really enjoyed this insightfulness of your write! Great Work!!
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