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Sidewalk Sun

With sidewalk chalk, I drew a sun Which Henry had requested To match the clouds and moon and stars I'd already invested. But, "Make a sad sun" was his wish To balance out one smiling And so I drew a bright blue frown, The height of Nana-styling. He gazed at it before he said, "This sun does not look right. He isn't sad - he's grumpy!" To my absolute delight. My artistic skills aside, you would Need eyes just like a hawk To distinguish sad from grumpy On the driveway, drawn in chalk.

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Date: 9/3/2016 5:45:00 PM
What a charming poem ...you could always tell him Nana drew and upside down smile Ilene:-):-) have posted another poem about 'Eric' I hope you appreciate the picture Judy sent to inspire me lol:-) hugs Jan xx
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Date: 9/1/2016 8:51:00 PM
Kids! They are very observant are they not? A poem that leaves the reader smiling, Mrs Ilene. Really nice!
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Ilene Bauer
Date: 9/2/2016 2:27:00 PM
thanks for the sweet comment, daniel! much appreciated...

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