Simple Pleasures

When summer's in the meadow
and the bluebird's on the wing,
I love the simple pleasures
that a country morn can bring.
Then all the world's a cane pole
with a bobber and a line,
the catfish are a jumpin'
and all I have is time.

My back against a willow tree
the clouds float softly by,
the wind is gentle on the pond
as it mirrors the summer sky.
With bated breath and baited hook
I love the joy it brings
when summer's in the meadow
and the bluebird's on the wing.

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Date: 10/6/2023 12:54:00 PM
Such awesome rhythm (line 12 struggles a bit) and rhymes. Awesome introductory poem J
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J. Summers
Date: 10/6/2023 5:28:00 PM
Hello Tom, thanks for stopping by. John
Date: 6/8/2023 6:57:00 AM
I have read all the poems you have posted here, and I thank you for them. They have taken my mind to unfamiliar places and revealed portions of yourself. I like what I have seen of your spirit. We need more of that in our world. And you do know how to turn a phrase. Be safe.
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Date: 6/9/2023 11:21:00 AM
Thanks so much for going over my poetry. It means a lot. That you were able to glean something useful from it is most encouraging. Thank you. John
Date: 2/12/2023 2:41:00 PM
Simple pleasures give true meanings in life. A country morning and all is well with the world. Lovely rhyme.
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J. Summers
Date: 2/13/2023 1:48:00 PM
Thanks kindly for reading and responding, it is appreciated. John
Date: 11/28/2022 10:57:00 AM
I have never been interested in fishing, John, but this piece pretty well describes my brother perfectly.
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J. Summers
Date: 11/29/2022 2:48:00 PM
Thanks much for stopping in to read, a pleasure. John
Date: 3/22/2021 5:36:00 PM
The season is still a few months away, but it seems a little closer after reading this descriptive piece.
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Date: 3/7/2021 7:21:00 AM
I enjoyed giving this another read. ;0)
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J. Summers
Date: 3/8/2021 1:28:00 PM
My goodness Richard you have been so very busy. I can’t thank you enough for visiting and reading my poetry...all of it. Please don’t tell anyone but Limericks and I don’t generally get along. John
Date: 1/20/2021 2:42:00 PM
wow, your first poem here sealed it for me. i have added you to my followed poets!
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J. Summers
Date: 1/21/2021 2:32:00 PM
Thank you so very much Andrea. I’m very happy to have you reading my poems. John
Date: 1/15/2021 1:58:00 PM
Lovely poem and great imagery J, sounds so relaxing and beautiful, Emilia.
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J. Summers
Date: 1/15/2021 8:11:00 PM
Thank you Emilia for the kind remarks. Glad you liked it. John
Date: 1/9/2021 7:53:00 PM
Wow ~ what an awesome first post. Welcome to PoetrySoup. Very best wishes to you and your loved ones for 2021 ~
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J. Summers
Date: 1/10/2021 9:22:00 PM
Thank you so much, I appreciate youur time to read and comment
Date: 12/31/2020 3:37:00 AM
Easy to read, great job.
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J. Summers
Date: 1/3/2021 12:59:00 PM
James, thanks for reading and for the comments.
Date: 12/26/2020 5:06:00 PM
Against tree had been my back So you should cut me much slack Fall from tall cliff could be my end; Write many more poems do intend.
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Date: 12/27/2020 6:24:00 PM
Thanks for stopping by to read...much appreciated.
Date: 12/12/2020 2:26:00 PM
I like the scene you have rendered with your verse. A tremendous first offering to the soup. A belated welcome. Regards Rick.
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J. Summers
Date: 12/15/2020 1:29:00 PM
Thank you Rick, glad you liked it.
Date: 12/2/2020 2:33:00 PM
Beautiful. It took me right to that place. A little fishing is a favorite simple pleasure of mine too!
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J. Summers
Date: 12/5/2020 5:29:00 PM
Thanks so much, glad you liked it.
Date: 10/24/2020 10:47:00 AM
Wonderful J, I’m looking forward to many more of your poems coming this way. Belle
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Date: 10/25/2020 8:06:00 AM
Thank you Belle, I'm looking forward to reading your poetry too.
Date: 10/19/2020 8:04:00 AM
It sums up summer.great poem
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J. Summers
Date: 10/20/2020 3:43:00 PM
Thanks Simon.
Date: 10/14/2020 11:52:00 AM
Sounds lovely and I love summer days like these...
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J. Summers
Date: 10/16/2020 8:46:00 AM
Thanks much, I appreciate the time taken to read and comment.
Date: 10/14/2020 8:40:00 AM
I just love the serene joy and appreciative spirit of your beautiful poem, J. Your splendid imagery and lovely rhyme allows me to share in these simple pleasures with you. I admire your use of words in this line: "With bated breath and baited hook" - how wonderful! Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
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Date: 10/16/2020 8:49:00 AM
Thank you for reading, Susan. I look forward to reading your work.
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