Sounds of Summer

I heard the wind call out and say,
Arise my child; it's a brand new day;
School is out; it winds up with a sigh,
And the kids are dancing on feet that fly.

Flip flops and freckles burn in the sun,
Everyone's out there to soak up the fun;
The day is clear and the sky so blue,
Time to have fun and explore all that's new.

The bells on a truck roll up the street;
And we hear the pitter patter of soft little feet;
The delicious taste of sweet ice cream,
Tickles the palate of a child's dream.

Sandcastles built for the waves to consume,
Shells to be found in the sands of the dune;
Racing and diving in foam topped waves,
Exploring and playing in cool dark caves.

Roller skate downhill and double dutch rope,
A baseball game filled with hope;
Bubbles of pop that float up the nose,
 A tasty hotdog, down the tummy it goes.

The meadows are loud with joyful noise,
With the carefree shouts of girls and boys;
They run with the grass between their toes,
To chase the sky where the butterfly goes. 

There’s lots to eat, all things delicious,
Bottoms to spank if kids get officious;
But at end of day when all’s said and done,
It was a perfect day, so filled with fun.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Austin Avatar
July 25, 2012 at 9:25 AM
"They run with the grass between their toes, to chase the sky where the butterfly goes." A favorite line. Hard to find one of yours I haven't read. I'm happy to say, most of the smaller kids still behave much the same. Love, daver
Cooke Avatar
July 25, 2011 at 3:32 PM
such a wonderful day. another top notcher.
Zzzzz Avatar
July 17, 2011 at 1:34 AM
Sights and sounds of summer brought to life in a poem full of smiles. Nice one. Love Robert.
Ball Avatar
July 1, 2011 at 7:40 AM
Great write here my friend. Perfec rhyme and rhythm. Good Stuff. God Bless, JB
Johnson Avatar
June 29, 2011 at 1:46 PM
:):):):) A more enjoyable read, I haven't had in some time. You truly have left me with a smile in my heart.
Dietrich Avatar
June 28, 2011 at 11:02 PM
I love the summertime and always will. You presented a splendid version of a child's summer fun.
Neels Avatar
June 28, 2011 at 11:17 AM
I really enjoyed experiencing the joys of Summer through your words Elizabeth, it is Winter where I am at lol ;)
Brown Avatar
June 28, 2011 at 9:58 AM
Thank you for sharing your wonderful poetry with us today Elizabeth. It was a pleasure to read. Have a wonderful inspiration filled day my friend. Love, Carol
Sweetheart Avatar
June 28, 2011 at 8:43 AM
a delightful and light hearted poem elizabeth..feeling the flow of every scene and hearing the sounds of Summer ..my most fav time of year.. pleasant and perfectly written luv.. wish I could join in these fun lines luv..
Austin Avatar
June 28, 2011 at 8:38 AM
Love this one. Love poetry about kids. With kids everything is new and usually exciting. Absolutely perfect, Elizabeth. Love, daver
Poet Avatar
June 28, 2011 at 8:21 AM
Very refreshing.Rhyming down the page joyfully like a dancer.Enjoyed very much Elizabeth.
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